Letter from the Executive Director
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Dear Friends,
Have you ever thought, "I'd like to try acupuncture, but I don't have
anything wrong"? It occurred to me that a lot of folks think about acupuncture
the same way they think about taking a pill...it's good when you have a complaint...which
is certainly true. But acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and shiatsu are all terrific
as part of your preventive care as well.
With the rising costs of health care, we've all been hearing how
important it is for us to take charge of our own health: quit smoking, exercise,
eat right, get good sleep and reduce our stress levels. Your health and
wellbeing are important to us at Pathways, and we can support you in taking
care of your whole self.
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Help Pathways Win $25,000!
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Vote for Pathways every day in August to help us win $25,000!
Pathways is competing to win a $25,000 grant from Pepsi Refresh. The grant will be used to launch a smoking cessation acupuncture clinic at Tufts Medical Center for people with chronic illnesses.
In order to win we must be among the top ten vote-getters during the month of August.
Click here to vote for Pathways now! And then please bookmark the voting page and come back every day in August to vote again. With your help we can win!
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Ask the Acupuncturists
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Q. Do you have any recommendations for healthy
practices in summertime?
A.
In traditional Asian
medicine, summer is associated with the heart, which offers us the opportunity
to welcome joy and promote happiness in our lives.
Although the concept of the heart encompasses more
than the actual organ, many of the recommendations suggested for the summer are
related to the effects of heat and the environment on our circulatory system.
Summer is an
excellent time to "re-charge our health batteries". Here are some suggestions
for doing this:
· Integrating
activities that make us happy - being outdoors, seeing friends, being more
active· Avoid strain
of over-doing (exercise and over-work), especially when heat and humidity are
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How Your Support Helps
| Your generous
donations help clients like John (not his real name) a Vietnam vet who for many
years has suffered from the effects of Agent Orange and from post-traumatic
stress disorder (PTSD).
During
John's service in Vietnam he saw combat on a daily basis. 132 men served with
him in his unit--only 18 came back.
John began
receiving weekly free acupuncture treatments at Pathways a little over a year
ago. At that time
he was taking medications for back pain and for PTSD and was dealing with
chronic lung and breathing problems caused by exposure to Agent Orange.
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Saluting the Spirit is a Big Success!
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On Sunday May 16, Saluting the Spirit participants came
together at Exhale Spa for an amazing and inspiring day of yoga.
Together we raised over $30,000 for Pathways and yogaHOPE!
Many
thanks to our wonderful yoga instructors, participants, donors, volunteers and everyone who helped make
Saluting the Spirit a very special day.
All funds raised at Saluting the Spirit will help support Pathways' AIDS Care Project and YogaHope's yoga programs for women in substance abuse, homeless, and domestic violence shelters.
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The Season's Recipe for Wellness | Cold Beet Borscht (Soup)
By Julia Herskowitz, LAc
This soup's beautiful color and wonderful taste make it a delightful summer treat!
 3-4 medium to large beets (1 lb), diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium potato, diced
1 tbsp. butter or olive oil
3 tbsp. cider vinegar
4-5 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup sugar (optional, and to taste)
Salt, pepper, and ground nutmeg to taste
Large dollop of yogurt (plain) or sour cream
Chopped parsley for garnish
1. Saute the onions in butter or oil until transparent.
2. Add the beets and potatoes and about 4 cups of the vegetable
broth; simmer until vegetables are tender, usually 15-20 minutes, or longer if
pieces are larger.
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Community-Style Acupuncture
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| Experience the healing energy of a group
acupuncture session!
Sliding scale rates:
$22-$42 per treatment
All are welcome
Find out more!
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Acupressure Point
of the Season
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Shenmen/Mind Door
By Edie Snow, ABT
To locate this
point run your finger over the wrist crease where the hand and arm fold. The
point is at the hollow below and between the fourth and fifth fingers. Acupressure
to this point can promote
good sleep and calm anxiety, and
help to relieve poor memory and itchy skin.
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15% Discount for Referrals!
We greatly appreciate our satisfied clients' making referrals to
friends and family and, as a nonprofit, we depend upon it.
As thanks,
we offer a 15% discount voucher for each referral you make to Pathways.
This voucher is valid with all other discounts. For more information, call us at 617-859-3036, ext 0.
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Thank You for Sharing the Care!
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With your help we're able to provide free acupuncture for people with HIV/AIDS and low-cost care to many others who otherwise could not afford it.
The cost of your treatments helps pay for someone less fortunate. We also rely on donations to ensure that no one is denied our care.
Please Share the Care and help others who need our services. |
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Insurance Discounts
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| Are You a Harvard Pilgrim Plan Member?
If so, acupuncture may be covered under your
plan. Harvard Pilgrim recently instituted full coverage for acupuncture
treatments under certain plans. There is a $20 co-pay and coverage is for 20
treatments. Check with your benefits administrator to see if your plan
qualifies.
If your plan does not qualify, Harvard Pilgrim
members can still receive 25% off our standard rates for all services.*
Pathways Also Offers the Following Insurance
Discounts:
Blue Cross/Blue Shield members:
25% off standard rates for all services*
AARP members:
25% off standard rates for all services*
Medtac:
Members of LU26 receive the following:
- 20 free acupuncture treatments per year
- 12 free shiatsu bodywork treatments per year
- 12 free Chinese herbal consultations and
prescriptions per year
*no other discounts apply
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