FUTFS Newsletter 44 (November 2024)

For You Telecare Family Service (FUTFS) assists individuals and families from all walks of life to overcome cultural, emotional, and psychological barriers through a wide range of counselling and educational services and programs. In collaboration with other social service organizations, we raise awareness of social issues and support clients in the community through the progression of a healthy lifestyle and gradual integration into Canadian society.The projects we provide at FUTFS are for anyone who is willing or interested in participating. Anyone can easily register through our website (www.futfs.org).

Programs & Services in November 2024

1. Prep for Second Career

Practical Workshop for Those Preparing for a Second Career!

This workshop, hosted by For Your Telecare Family Service and Pacemaker Career Consulting, offers practical guidance for those looking to prepare for a new career path. Learn resume building, interview preparation, and strategies for making a successful career transition.

2. Youth Mentoring Program

We have the privilege of forming relationships with mentors who inspire us and help us grow, especially during tough times. This mentoring program will help young students develop leadership skills as peer mentors, guiding others to become their best selves. It’s an important opportunity to understand what it truly means to be a leader in our community.

3. Wellness Group

Participants can share their experiences and grow together. We will talk about different topics, inspire each other, and find solutions to problems. The group will discuss mental, physical, and social health, sharing advice and planning activities for positive change. We invite you to join us and hope this experience helps improve your life!

4. English Cafe

FUTFS holds an English cafe class every Tuesday from 10:30 to 12:00 to improve volunteers' upgraded English speaking skills. Participants in this class will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face at the Young Center Plus to chat and speak English. The class is led by Instructor Heather Sheildrick.



5. Family Growth (Family Counseling)

For the mental health and happiness of your precious family, if you wish to have preventive family counseling through a gentle conversation with experts, please apply. We are here for you. Applications are accepted at all times, so if you are interested, please pre-register through our website or via the QR code, and we will contact you.

6. Mentor-Mentee Matching Program

This allows mentors to share lessons from experiences while fostering a spirit of exploration. Mentors and mentees will engage in conversations and exchange diverse perspectives. Through storytelling sessions, participants can connect with each other. The program includes activities that promote teamwork and creativity.

7. Counseling Service

FUTFS offers a range of counseling services for those in distress, career, or in need of emotional support. We provide counselling services as all possible ways as possible such as Zoom, email, phone for any regions in Canada, and additionally provide in-person counselling for Toronto only such as telephone counseling, individual counseling, family counseling, outreach and more.



My Personal Tips for Preventing Dementia

At 77 years old, I lead an active and vibrant life, much like that of a younger person. This lifestyle is supported by a balanced approach to physical and mental well-being. To maintain my physical health, I follow a structured eating routine. I begin each day with a well-balanced breakfast that includes both proteins and vegetables, and I make sure to have a nutritious lunch and dinner daily. Physical activity is also a crucial part of my life. I cultivate a garden in the Korean community center’s backyard, walking around 8,000 steps each day. Twice a week, I play table tennis for three hours at the

center, and at home, I swim for 45 minutes, use the treadmill for 20 minutes, and do stretching exercises for another 20 minutes. Equally important to me is preserving my mental sharpness. I practice daily intellectual exercises, such as translating Korean books into English. This bilingual translation work engages my problem-solving skills and requires me to re-interpret expressions in two languages, which strengthens my focus and linguistic abilities. Translating books on diverse topics stimulates various regions of the brain, enhancing memory, language, and logical thinking. In particular, translating meditation books provides cognitive stimulation and a meditative experience that reduces stress and promotes emotional stability, which is beneficial for preventing degenerative diseases. Currently, I am translating Live with NQ (Network Quotient) and have discovered the importance of NQ, a concept that encourages active social engagement. I hope that by continuing my steady practice of physical, mental, social and spiritual activities, I can maintain a fulfilling and healthy life up to 100 years old.

Chong Nam Kim (FUTFS Volunteer)