PCHC New Year New ME
Happy New Year, from PCHC! When the calendar flips from the old to the new, it offers a brand new slate for all of us to leave the past in the past and chart a new course. In that spirit this month we’re going to be promoting our #NewYearNewME campaign, where we highlight programs and resources that can help you live a happier, healthier life. Whether you want to get more physically active, work on your mental health, or get out and be more social, we have you covered.
Like you, we can’t wait to see what 2023 has to offer!
MONDAY , Jan. 2, 2023
How to Make and Keep New Years Resolutions
The promise of a new year and a clean slate can be an exciting but also daunting idea for those that want to make meaningful change. The New York Times published a comprehensive article about how to make and more importantly keep your new years resolutions. Make sure this year you don’t just commit to a goal that you can easily discard. A little bit of planning now, will pay big dividends later on!
LINK: https://www.nytimes.com/guides/smarterliving/resolution-ideas
WEDNESDAY , Jan. 9, 2023
Question of the Week: What Goals Do You Have Set for 2023?
A new year, means new goals for 2023. We want to know what you’ve got planned. Give us your goals, hopes, dreams or resoultions for this year. Who knows you may inspire others to set a new course for the upcoming year!
FRIDAY , Jan. 6, 2023
YMCA Sign Up Day
As we age taking good care of our health becomes even more important. Our friends at the Bangor Region YMCA have all sorts of programs to help improve overall well-being as well as specific programs aimed at managing a number of health issues. These programs include:
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA
Diabetes Prevention Program
Cardiac Disease Prevention and Rehabilitation
Neuro Health Program
Arthritis & Bone Health Program
Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program
Learn more about all of these amazing programs by following the link: https://bit.ly/3HVTneJ
THURSDAY – Jan. 12, 2023
Question of the Week?
It’s natural for everyone to feel stress from time to time. Whether it’s because of your job, personal responsibilities, or social pressure, feeling stressed is a part of life. However, what makes a difference is how you unwind from these pressures. We want to know how you break away from those stressors and find moments of calm.
Take Charge of Your Mental Health
We learned the hard way through the pandemic that mental health has a big impact on our overall well-being. As we start the new year we want to help you take charge of your mental health. Executive Clinical Director, Colleen Owens, LCPC, discusses the impact mental health plays in our overall wellness, and steps you can take to find those moments of calm during your day.
FRIDAY , Jan. 6, 2023
YMCA Sign Up Day
THURSDAY – Jan. 19, 2023
Top 10 Eating Trends of 2023
Good nutrition is the foundation of our overall wellness. What we put into our bodies really dictates how we feel during the day. That’s why we wanted to share EatingWell.com’s Top 10 Eating Trends of 2023. If you’re looking for the latest nutrition hacks, they have you covered.
https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8018334/top-10-food-nutrition-trends-2023/
Wednesday – Jan. 25 – 2023
Meet Up Bangor Social Clubs
Getting involved in social settings can be difficult. We often times focus on our day-to-day tasks, going to work, personal errands, and neglect our need for social interaction. In 2023 – don’t let these obstcales get in the way getting involved in whatever it is you enjoy doing. Finding clubs, classes or just others who want that social touch can be the key to a happier, healthier life. Check out Meet Up Bangor below to find all sorts of groups and clubs. Find one that best fits you and get involved!
