Lakehead - Orillia Wellness Centre presents "Mind, Body, Spirit" event

Managing Stress on the Go

(March 14, 2011 - Orillia, ON)

Health professionals from Lakehead's Wellness Centre will present a free presentation and discussion on Thursday, March 17, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at the University Avenue Campus. This event kicks off the Wellness Centre's new series that promotes healthy lifestyles.

The presentation offers a unique opportunity for participants to understand and learn how to manage stress from spiritual, physiological and psychological perspectives. Wellness Centre professionals taking part in the event include two personal counsellors, two chaplains, a doctor of naturopathic medicine, and Lakehead - Orillia's Aboriginal elder-in-residence.

"The holistic nature of the event will make this a special opportunity for members of the Lakehead and broader communities," explains Frank Cappadocia, Assistant Dean, Student Affairs at Lakehead - Orillia. "Those in attendance will benefit from the integrated approach we have taken with our Wellness Centre," says Cappadocia.

"In today's society, no one is immune from stress," says Deb Stephens, one of the Wellness Centre's personal counsellors. "At this first Mind, Body, Spirit event, students and others will gain insight into how stress affects all aspects of their lives and learn practical tips for managing stress."

Members of the audience are encouraged to bring questions and suggestions for future presentation topics. Mind, Body, Spirit events are free and all members of the community are encouraged to attend.

For more information, contact the Wellness Centre at orluwell@lakeheadu.ca or 705-330-4008.

Members of the Lakehead University - Orillia Wellness Centre (l to r): Chaplain Dan Tatarnic; Naturopathic Doctor Andrea Rudy; Counsellor Deb Stephens; Assistant Dean, Student Affairs Frank Cappadocia; Health Education and Promotions Assistant Katie Fraser; and Counsellor Jim Wylie. (Missing from photo: Chaplain Jan Sirek and Elder-in-Residence Ernie Sandy)