MIHCA September Update
Alert First Aid Course: October 31st at the Ag Hall:This fast-paced course covers basic first aid and CPR training, including AED use. It also includes spinal injury management, & airway management. You’ll also learn treatment for bleeding, broken bones, heart attack, stroke, sprains & strains. Refreshments will be provided.
The cost of the course is $40 per person payable to MIHCA and attendance is limited to 21.
Email: communitywellness@mihcaboard.ca to register.
Additionally, you can receive a Canadian Red Cross Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C certificate by completing a 4 hour online component. Call 1-866-282-5378.
Client Navigation Program: Mon-Fri (Appointment Only) at MIHCA’s Mobile Office.
If you don’t currently have a health care provider, our Wellness Coordinator can help you navigate healthcare systems such as booking online appointments with doctors, renewing your prescription, referrals to a specialist, finding info on wellness programs/services, and more. If you have any questions, we are happy to help. Make an appointment by calling 250-539-8212.
We now have Drop-in Hours as well on Tuesdays, 12-2pm at the Mobile Office, located on the lower parking lot of the Health Centre.
Strength and Balance Program: Hosted by Tim Begley, this popular program will be returning for the fall season beginning in October at the Community Centre. To register, please contact Tim at tim@positiveshiftacademy.com
Ears to You (ETY) Audiology Service: ETY will be returning to Mayne for two days on October 8th and 9th. The past two sessions filled up quickly, so if you are interested, call ETY at 250-449-1648 to make an appointment.
Dance Wellness Program: Dance Wellness on Mayne has been thriving over the summer through June, July and August. Word has traveled and we are now helping Pender Island’s Wellness team get dance wellness established there. On September 6 we will give a demonstration and Ceilidh in Dinner Bay Park. October 3 we will host a tea dance, and have invited the Victoria dance group.
Research on the mental and physical health benefits of social dancing emphasizes positive outcomes in older adults by improving balance, posture, gait stability, and cardiovascular endurance, while simultaneously stimulating cognitive function and reducing loneliness through meaningful community connection.
We also have a lot of fun. Smiling, laughter, encouragement, and verbally “checking in” occurs each week. Please join us on Sundays at 3 pm at the Agricultural Hall. Or come to one of our special events on September 6 or October 3. We are ready to welcome you.
Chiropractor: Dr. Andrew Chin, Gulf Island Chiropractic, will be at the health centre on the following dates. September 14th, November 9th, December 14th and January 11th. To book an appointment: Phone: (250) 537-9399.
Donations and Memberships:
Your donations and membership fees not only support the above programs, but also support ongoing education, and other programs and services not funded by Island Health or other agencies. When you make a donation to MIHCA or register for a course, please make a note on your cheque or e-transfer what the donation is for.
Cridge Pharmacy is interested in bringing community pharmacy services to Galiano and Mayne Islands.
Here is a message from Jason Cridge, CEO and Founder of Cridge Pharmacy.
Hi Mayne islanders!
I'm looking at opening a pharmacy on Galiano and eventually Mayne. It would be VERY helpful if you would respond to this survey so we can determine if it would be viable! Thanks in advance!
[https://forms.gle/gtNgkmai6wsefJ6q7](https://forms.gle/gtNgkmai6wsefJ6q7)
Our pharmacy would be established on Galiano (Sturdies Bay), and depending on demand, would be open 5 to 7 days a week.
We would also deliver prescriptions to homes on Mayne daily as well (5 to 7 days a week, depending on demand).
Galiano gets a pharmacy, Mayne gets prescription delivery every day.
If both islands are busy, we'd open a pharmacy on Mayne as well.
What's the advantage for Mayne residents?
-Daily home delivery (especially important for acute medications, antibiotics, forgotten prescriptions)
-Over the counter medications
-Minor ailment prescribing (UTIs, birth control, eye infections)
-No added delivery fees
-Your pharmacy would be a 5 minute boat ride, vs hours spent on the ferry
Thanks for helping us bring pharmacy services to communities in need! - Cridge Pharmacy Team
