--Apple-Mail=_5775935D-DC45-4A48-B2CF-2C3B8AC90D31 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8 Its fine. A bit short and thin on content. Let Sandra look at it. We will have another article=E2=80=A6right? Tim Thomas Home Care Assistance (Montr=C3=A9al) 4464 Ste. Catherine Ouest Westmount, Qu=C3=A9bec H3Z 1R7 Tel: 514 907 5065 <> Fax: 514 907 5067 <>=20 tthomas@homecareassistance.com www.homecareassistancemontreal.ca www.facebook.com/hcamontreal www.twitter.com/hcamontreal > On Feb 9, 2018, at 3:46 PM, Timothy Thomas = wrote: >=20 > thoughts? >=20 > maxines first article >=20 > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Maxine Silverman > > Date: Fri, Feb 9, 2018 at 11:15 AM > Subject: Re: valentines > To: Timothy Thomas > >=20 >=20 > Are you feeling SAD? Learn more about Seasonal Affective Disorder! >=20 > Winter months can be rough on most however there are more risks for = older adults given their fragility. With a decrease in sunlight and = extreme cold weathers, older adults are more at risk for falls and are = more likely to be social isolated in the colder months since leaving = home becomes more difficult and strenuous.=20 >=20 > Older adults are particularly at risk for SAD which refers to seasonal = affective disorder. =E2=80=9CSeasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form = of depression that cycles with the seasons. It can occur during any time = of the year, but it typically affects people during the winter = months=E2=80=9D. The lack of sunlight can play a role in depression, = especially for those who spend most of their days at home. >=20 > These effects can be worsened if a person cannot or does not want to = regularly spend time outdoors, which is particularly impactful to those = who are housebound or live in areas prone to ice and snow. >=20 > Some symptoms to look out for include: >=20 > Hopelessness > Loss of energy > Changes in appetite and sleeping habit > Irritability > Loss of interest in socializing and other activities. > What can you do to alleviate symptoms? > Get a good nights sleep > Listen to music to create a fun home environment > Change your diet to avoid processed foods or sugars > Meditation > Light physical activities such as : tai chi or yoga > Encourage visits with family and friends > February 14th is VALENTINES DAY. Spend the day with loved ones. >=20 > If you believe you or someone you know may be experiencing SAD urge = them to speak with their family doctor to determine a plan in order to = live a long, healthy and meaningful life. >=20 >=20 > = https://www.iadvanceseniorcare.com/article/winter-depression-elderly-can-b= e-sad = > = https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder= /in-depth/seasonal-affective-disorder-treatment/art-20048298?pg=3D2 = >=20 > On Fri, Feb 9, 2018 at 10:59 AM, Timothy Thomas = > wrote: > = https://www.google.ca/search?q=3Dhome+care+assistance+valentines+day&oq=3D= home+care+assistance+valentines+day&aqs=3D