Not all things are within our control, however, that does not mean we are powerless. Rather it means we have the opportunity to think differently to find solutions that meet our needs outside of the current models. The intent being to have a respectful and open conversation to look at possible opportunities to support our community in growing in ways that meet our communities needs.
Mission: To have a respectful and open conversation to look at possible opportunities to support our community in growing in ways that meet our communities needs.
Goal: To identify signals and brainstorm ideas to create opportunities through business, programming and initiatives to support the health and wellness of the people of our community.
Asking ourselves what CAN we do together, so that our community will say:
- My voice matters here
- I am supported here
- I can grow here
- I belong here
- I can see a future here
So please join us our future conversations.
Our last conversation on Health & Wellness can be recapped as:
Improving communication, there are so many available services that the general population, native and new, simply do not know exist or how to connect with, so by centralizing our communities communications on the Town of Shaunavon website we can support providing a trusted source of information for both the user and provider to make connections that matter to the health and well-being of our community. This will require improving information systems with providers to open lines of communication to meet our communities needs. Please check out the upcoming presentation by the Saskatchewan Health Authority at the Opportunities Showcase to learn more about what is happening in our public healthcare system.
Encouraging more multi-generational activities, thereby improving the mental health and well-being of our community, particularly the vulnerable populations. Thereby, improving skill and social development of our youth and improving social engagement and sense of value for our seniors. Bringing our community closer together and making it more resilient to the impacts of change.
Supporting succession planning, providing opportunities for youth to better understand the various employment opportunities available within the community and the pathways required to take on these opportunities, through mentorship and apprenticeship. Supporting youth retention in the region, providing financially viable living for young people with promising careers, enabling mature adults the opportunity to step back and enjoy a less stressful lifestyle.
Finding creative ways to make space for new wellness initiative or to improve existing ones, for instance seniors fitness is held in the Veren Wickenheiser Centre on concrete flooring, which creates higher impact on joints which can be more damaging, thus finding a space with flooring more conducive to exercise with the space to meet the classes needs would improve the outcome for those who participate; a possible alternative location has been identified and will be explored for viability and access.
Preventative approaches, providing educational opportunities to support health and wellness of community members to build creating lesser impact on an already stressed healthcare system, providing for greater longevity and physical and mental ability.
Supporting educational opportunities, enhancing communication and awareness.
Support groups, sharing information and connecting people to those opportunties.
Through the Town of Shaunavon, Recreation & Wellness and Economic Development & Innovation we will strive to close these identified gaps and create more opportunities to enhance the quality of life of our residents, so we all can LIVE & THRIVE. If you have additional feedback or ideas to add to this conversation please share them at innovation@shaunavon.com.
“Victory comes from finding opportunities in problems.” - Sun Tzu
