On the 28th February 2011, a Depression and Low Mood Self-help guide workshop was held in CHIC. Shirley He, the Nurse Operational Manager facilitated this workshop and gave a detailed presentation about ‘Depression, Low Mood and the Self-help guide’ in Cantonese. The signs of symptoms, causes and self-care management of depression and low mood were well explained. The topic generated a lot of interesting discussion and interaction among the participants who shared some of their experiences. 22 people attended.
A group of 12 people aged over 60+ attended the Home Safety & Fall Prevention Awareness Workshop which was facilitated in Cantonese by Shirley He, Nurse Operations Manager of CHIC. Group discussion and an interaction were encouraged. The causes and awareness of the common types of home accidents including home fire, choking and food poisoning, burns ad scalding and fall were discussed and explained. Accidents occurred in the kitchen, stairs, bathroom, and living room were shared. The importance of having a safe home environment were promoted such as having sufficient light, installation OF smoke alarmed, wearing suitable shoes, be careful with boiling kettle, oil and soup, keep living room free of stuff, tidy and neat, avoid electric wires lying around, keep bathroom clean and dry to avoid tripping over and falls. Audience were encouraged to wear suitable walking shoes, do regular exercise.
On 22nd January 2011, after the children’s activities, followed by the Canal Walk. An Achievement Award was presented to 3 mothers and 6 children for completing the full 12 weeks walking programme.
“Osteoporosis & Joints” health talk on 11 January 2011. Dr. Howard Kong (GP) explaining in Cantonese the causes and risk factors ( including age, gender, diet) of osteoporosis to 23 people from the local Chinese community.
X’mas Luncheon Party on 13th December 2010. 70 people took part at the Little Yang Sing Restaurant. Appreciation Awards were presented by the chairman of CHIC Ken Shieu to the elderly for their diligent attendance in the Medical Class, Tai Chi Classes and Community Walking To Health Group. Mr. Ed Dowell, Census Community Officer (Manchester & Liverpool) took the opportunity to present the important message of completing the national census which is going to take place in March 2011.
