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Vol. 8 No. 9
Consignment & Crafts
• free distribution throughout The South Cariboo • DECEMBER 13, 2013
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100 Mile House Wranglers players Matt Wojack, left, Brady Ward and Braeden St. Louis, and Shari Bachynski displayed colourful plush toys for a “teddy bear toss” initiative during a home game at the South Cariboo Rec. Centre against Revelstoke on Dec. 7. The crowd tossed the bears on the ice following a goal by the Wranglers. The bears were donated to Loaves & Fishes Outreach, RCMP Victims Assistance, 100 Mile House Food Bank Society and the 100 Mile & District Women’s Centre Society.
Be mindful of holiday pressures The holiday season can be a wonderful time of celebration and family; however, many people also find it to be a challenging period of stress, pressure, and even deep sadness. Sometimes this can become overwhelming and folks, or their family and friends, might need someone to talk to and a little help with how to cope with issue. South Cariboo Community Planning Council (SCCPC) executive co-ordinator Lea Smirfitt says it is such a busy time that it is easy to get overwhelmed, but she notes there is help available. “As we get caught up in the season, we must be mindful of others and of yourself. Sometimes we get caught up and forget to take time for a break. The season has become so busy; [taking a break] has become increasingly important.” Part of her message is the importance of
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touching base with friends and family who may be at risk of suffering from seasonal stress or sadness, and they need someone to talk to. Smirfitt offers some suggestions for who to call or where to look for assistance to deal with these challenges during the holidays, or any other time of year: • Interior Crisis Line Network 1-888-353-2273; • Children’s Help Line 310-1234; • Child & Youth Mental Health 250-395-5633; • Interior Health – Mental Health & Substance Use Services 250-395-7676; • 100 Mile District Hospital 250-395-7600; • www.kidshelpphone.ca 1-800-668-6868; • www.heretohelp.bc.ca 1-800-661-2121; • www.crisiscentrechat.ca 1-866-661-3311; • www.youthinbc.com 1-866-661-3311; • Seniors’ Distress Line 1-604-872-1234;
• www.crisiscentre.bc.ca 1-800-784-2433; • www.mindcheck.ca; and • www.ok2bblue.com. Local clergy are listed on the second community page in the 100 Mile House Free Press. Folks can also contact their Employee Family Assistance Program representative or Human Resources Department. The family doctor is another resource for help. In 100 Mile House, they are located at: • Exeter Clinic 250-395-2271 • Village Medical Clinic 250-395-3000 • Coach House Square Medical Clinic 250-395-1143 • Medical Clinic in Cariboo Mall 250-395-4010 To speak to a nurse at HealthLink BC, call 8-1-1, or visit www.healthlinkbc.ca for health information. In an emergency, always call 9-1-1.
My holiday wish for you is that happiness and good fortune will visit your home in the year ahead. Best Wishes for 2014. www.onepercentrealty.com
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