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2020

May Wellness Month in a Time of Social Distancing

By Sasha Zalyvadna 0

Happy May Wellness Month!

May Wellness Month occurs annually to help promote the wellbeing of residents. In the past, we have done contests and events for residents to participate in and attend, such as the “What’s Your Happy Place?” contest and the Whitecaps game. This year, circumstances are different, and we thank all of our residents for their continued dedication to patient care, and encourage our members to keep to social distancing set out by the province.

Social distancing being in place, however, doesn’t mean that our May Wellness Month won’t go on! RDBC and our Health & Wellness Committee have worked hard to create a Wellness Month you can participate in, from the comfort of your own home.

This year, we are introducing themed weeks and activities each week that we invite you to participate in. Every Monday, we will be sending out an email detailing the full events of that week and how you can participate.

To celebrate the start of May Wellness Month, here is an overview of this month’s events:

MAY 4 – 8: NUTRITION

  • Every day during May (excluding weekends and stats), we will be conducting a random draw from our entire membership (there is no need for you to do anything) and a lucky winner will get to select a $25 gift card to one of five major retailers.
  • A themed, weekly “Happiness in Isolation” contest with a $100 Skip the Dishes gift card draw every Friday. Previous entrants of the April contest are eligible to enter.

MAY 11 – 15: FINANCES

  • You asked, and FLC and MNP have stepped up! We are very grateful to both FLC and MNP for arranging virtual tax clinics to assist residents with their taxes. Registration opens TODAY, so keep an eye on out on your email later this afternoon for the official website and registration link!
    • MNP is offering services that usually cost residents $375 after their discount, so be sure to only register if you are able to attend. If you need to cancel, please give MNP 48 hours notice to ensure that this time slot can be given to another resident in need
    • There will be no U.S based returns or for more than three schedules. A fee will be quoted for these services if you require them
    • All further information will be provided later today!
  • Every day during May (excluding weekends and stats), we will be conducting a random draw from our entire membership (there is no need for you to do anything) and a lucky winner will get to select a $25 gift card to one of five major retailers. More info to come on Monday!
  • A themed, weekly “Happiness in Isolation” contest with a $100 Skip the Dishes gift card draw every Friday. Previous entrants of the April contest are eligible to enter. More info to come on Monday!

MAY 19 – 22: PHYSICAL FITNESS

  • It’s difficult to work out at home if you are used to the gym. That’s why various fitness studios have agreed to partner with us to offer you FREE virtual classes during this week. We will be releasing more information closer to May 19. Studios include:
    • Movement 108
    • Barre Belle
    • Lagree West
    • TightClub Athletics
  • Every day during May (excluding weekends and stats), we will be conducting a random draw from our entire membership (there is no need for you to do anything) and a lucky winner will get to select a $25 gift card to one of five major retailers. More info to come on Monday!
  • A themed, weekly “Happiness in Isolation” contest with a $100 Skip the Dishes gift card draw every Friday. Previous entrants of the April contest are eligible to enter. More info to come on Monday!

MAY 25 – 29: COMMUNITY AND INTERPERSONAL

  • Every day during May (excluding weekends and stats), we will be conducting a random draw from our entire membership (there is no need for you to do anything) and a lucky winner will get to select a $25 gift card to one of five major retailers. More info to come on Monday!
  • A themed, weekly “Happiness in Isolation” contest with a $100 Skip the Dishes gift card draw every Friday. Previous entrants of the April contest are eligible to enter. More info to come on Monday!

Our Residency Wellness Resources page continues to be regularly updated with various free resources you can utilize at this time, from restaurants offering discounts, to how to keep kids entertained, to virtual museum and safari tours.

We look forward to having you participate in May Wellness Month with us!

If you have any questions about May Wellness Month, please send an email to info@residentdoctorsbc.ca. 

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author: Sasha Zalyvadna