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The August Edition | August 10, 2023

Welcome to the August Edition of the Comfort Connection!

August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month, so in recognition of that, we've gathered resources to help you (and your loved ones) learn more about this stomach condition.

"I’ve had mild GP flare ups my entire life. I used to sometimes wake up in the night with stomach pain and odd stomach contractions as a kid. I had more than one Upper G.I. test, but they never did provide any answers. Then the symptoms would go away again and I’d forget about it.

Then, in my late 40’s the symptoms suddenly started again, but worse..."

Read the full story

What you'll find in this issue:

1. Monthly Spotlight: Gastroparesis Awareness Month
2. Caregiver of the Month
3. Recipe of the Month: Omelet Muffins
4. Video: Why Should We Care About Our Digestive Health?
5. Self/Family Managed Care
6. Kind Words

Monthly Spotlight: Gastroparesis Awareness Month

Gastroparesis is a debilitating stomach condition for which there is NO CURE. The stomachs of people who suffer from gastroparesis experience a form of paralysis, which means food cannot move on to the bowel.

Here's what to know about signs and symptoms and who is most at risk of gastroparesis...

Keep reading & learn more

Caregiver of the Month

Congratulations to our latest Caregiver of the Month, Debbie W.!

Debbie always advocates for her clients and even brings them something special, like baked goods, to lift their spirits.

She keeps up-to-date with the care plan, communicates well with our office staff, and is always professional and on time. Debbie is always up for a challenge!

She enjoys the independence of this work and is always there for her clients. In her spare time, Debbie enjoys working out, riding a bicycle, and taking care of her daughter.

Thank you, Debbie, for all that you do and for the wonderful care you give!

Recipe of the Month: Omelet Muffins

Enjoy baked egg muffins filled with cooked spinach and low fat shredded cheese—a nutritious mini meal idea appropriate for those with mild to moderate gastroparesis:

Get the recipe

Video: Why Should We Care About Our Digestive Health?

Trillions of bacteria in your gut influences your immune system, the development of chronic disease, and affects your mental health:

Watch the video

Self/Family Managed Care

Did you know? Manitoba offers Self and Family Managed Care to eligible home care recipients!

This program offers money in exchange for home care services, which can be used to hire a care company such as Comforts of Home – Care. By going this route, not only do you have a say about who comes into your home, you can ensure consistency and quality of care.

Learn more about how it works and apply today

Kind Words

"I enjoy working at Comforts of Home - Care because I can interact with clients and understand their day to day issues, and try to resolve them at my level best. Comforts of Home - Care has given me a chance to build relationships with all my clients. Thank for so much for hiring me and giving me a chance to work with such a dynamic group of people."

- Deepak

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