Sometimes things can be even a bit too much for our plates. We sometimes shut down or get overwhelmed. This can look like staring out into space, feeling tired, losing all motivation to care and not thinking clearly. Here are some ways to cope:
Do’s:
Play with stress balls
Take deep breaths
Take a walk
Take a break
Do a relaxing activity
Don’t do anything listed below:
Try to problem solve
Make decisions
Do anything you may regret
Prices for flowers and gifts have skyrocketed! The same flowers and chocolates from last year may gone up in price by 20% or more. (see CBS video/article here)
Does love and appreciation have to happen on the day of the holiday? NO.
From Hallmark’s Cards (80’s Hallmark commercial), to Hershey’s special wrapping their chocolates in pink and red foil, Valentine’s Day has been a very commercialized holiday of consumption.
Feelings/Advice:
Next Wednesday (2/9), for Swimming, pack your swim gear and towel because we will be going to Willamalane Park Swim Center (website) Located @ 1276 G St, Springfield, OR 97477. Phone: 541-736-4080; LTD routes: 13, 18, 19
Swimming is planning to start by 1:15 pm. The activity van will leave the 2120 building by 12:50 to maximize pool time.
The activity van should be able to offer an LTD-accessible drop off at the end of day.
Text/Call Morgan with any questions or concerns (541) 954-4496
Today – Friday 4th @ 1:00pm
Chelsea Miller will be the mystery guest speaker. She will present information about all the great things that OVRS can support with. If you want to have a paid job, or work in the community – this presentation is for YOU!!!
Join ZoomGov Meeting:
https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1615964743?pwd=K1N3cGx3NU9HUksvQVRFZEFyTkdzdz09
Meeting ID: 161 596 4743
Passcode: 964892
Please call or text Anders if you have any questions / concerns. 5419123618
Are you interested in working and may need some supports with finding and keeping a job? Connections recommends that you apply for Vocational Rehabilitation services and if you would like to learn more about it please come in to meet Chelsea.
There are no 4j classes on Friday due to progress report and professional development. If you take ABSE or LCC classes these will take place as scheduled. Check with you advocate or teacher if there are exceptions.
Here are a few web sites that may be useful to get more information about Covid-19 vaccinations (including booster shots) and testing sites in and around Eugene.
White Bird Clinic Phone: 541-342-8255
Additionally, you can call 211 for help in finding a testing or vaccination site. (They’ll ask for your 5 digit zip code, in order to locate tests). This is SUPER Helpful. They will search the internet for resources.
Starting 01/19/22 each household is able to order 4 free rapid antigen Covid tests for free.
They will be distributed by the USPS and all you have to do is provide your name, address and email.
Use the link for more information and to order.
Today will have Trysta from Goodwill Prosperity Program present to us.
See zoom link below:
| https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83734900331?pwd=Nno2VG84YnB3ZUdOTURmWjk1VmpWZz09 | |
| Friday, January 14, 2022, 1:00:00 PM – 2:00:00 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific |
https://www.goodwill-oregon.org/ProsperityCenter/
See link above for info. Handouts and further info is also available at the Connections building (please talk to your advocate).
There is no school on:
Monday January 17th due to honoring Martin Luther King Jr. birthday which is a federal holiday. ABSE classes will also have the day off.
Friday January 21st due to a teacher planning day. ABSE classes will be held as scheduled.
