10 - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
COVID and addiction — the unseen connection Editor’s Note — This article is part of the monthly health related articles being produced by the Leamington Area Family Health Team. This month’s article was written by Jim Waldon, MSW. In the past year, much has been written and communicated about
the negative impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the population. Pressures have ranged from financial, family, health, illness, social functioning, recreational, to name a few. The pandemic has also served to highlight the struggles many of us face related
OPP asking for help with robbery
KINGSVILLE — On February 9 at approximately 7:00 p.m., members of the Kingsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft that had just occurred. The suspect took a quantity of items valued at over $1000 from a store in the 300 block of Main Street in Kingsville. Security camera footage captured two person(s) of interest who police are attempting to identify. Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, Kingsville Detachment or Community Street Crimes Unit. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
to our mental health and addiction. Area social workers have noted specifically, two populations of people who, as a result of the pandemic, have had their feelings of well-being negatively affected. The first group is people who were struggling with addictions prior to the pandemic. The second group, are those who have developed an addiction during the crisis of the past 12 months. Counsellors working in the addictions field confirm that stress and anxiety are the number one
contributors to relapse for anyone in recovery from an addiction. Currently, the number of people experiencing increased stress and anxiety has never been greater, as many of us worry about ways COVID-19 is affecting ourselves and our families. This dramatic increase in stress and anxiety has been a significant contributing factor in many relapses into substance use. Local media reported six opioid overdoses between January 18 and 20, 2021. This was a dramatic increase, compared to the
William a. “Bill” Williams September 9, 1920 - February 29, 2016
! u o y k Than Thank you for all the condolences, prayers, cards, kind words, memorial donations, floral arrangements, food, phone calls and other acts of kindness we have received for the recent loss of our dear son/brother
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Two of the most effective and safe ways to manage and cope with mental health challenges, are exercise and social support. Incorporating exercise — especially walking — into your daily routine can be useful to clear the mind while also offering the opportunity to stay connected (at a safe distance) to the support people in your life. If you, or anybody in your life, is experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis, please call the Community Crisis Line at 519-973-4435.
CARD OF THANKS
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
same timeframe last year. Substance use can often appear very attractive to people who are looking for a coping tool that will assist to more effectively manage COVID-19 pressures. However, the consequence of using substances long term to cope with stressors, is this behaviour can lead to an addiction. It is essential to find healthy ways to manage stress and anxiety before they become overwhelming. Learn mentally healthy ways to cope with your anxiety when spikes occur.
Through your face we cannot see In our hearts as you will always be.
Edgar J. Chevalier
November 26, 1970 - January 24, 2021
Emilia Chevalier & Family
Missing you, with love from your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren IN MEMORIAM
IN MEMORIAM
Memory drifts to scenes long past, time rolls on but memories last; Sunshine passes, shadows fall, love’s remembrance outlasts all.
In Loving Memory of our dear Husband, Father, Opa
Anton GossmAnn April 27, 1928 – February 26, 2020
You left our home, but not our hearts. Forever loved by your wife Rosa (Ma), children Lilli, Peter, Anthony and their families. We miss you. Rest in Peace.
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Frances Holland
~ June 4, 1926 - February 25, 2018 ~
Missing your laughter and smiles that would “light up” everyone.
Mary Margaret Prince (Holland) ~ March 5, 1949 - May 4, 2017 ~
Happy “Heavenly” Birthday Mary Margaret!
Love Monte, Linda, Jay, Dave, and Families
