Letter from the Executive Director
|  Dear Friends,What makes a comfortable, inviting home in your mind? We all spend time and effort creating that comfort in our physical homes. But what about our bodies? Our bodies are essentially our lifetime homes, and we want to feel just as comfortable in our bodies as we feel in our homes--good waking up in the morning, going through our days--playing, working, loving--with energy, zest and joy--and comfortable and peaceful going to sleep at night. But for many of us, this is not the experience we have; something gets in the way. Our bodies require regular maintenance, and sometimes, significant investments to make them comfortable, just like our homes. If we ignore the maintenance of our homes--cleaning filters, fixing broken pipes or faucets, trimming trees--the chances of something bigger going wrong--a fire, a flood, a broken limb on our roof or car--increases. Our bodies are like that too. Regular maintenance--exercise, nutritious food, sleep and relaxation activities--help our cells to perform the necessary maintenance our bodies need. Click to continue. . .
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Pathways Makes House Calls!
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Now you can experience the healing power of acupuncture in the comfort and convenience of your own home or office. Home treatments, provided by Pathways highly trained and licensed clinicians, offer a private and relaxing way of caring for yourself.
To schedule your home or office appointment, or for more information, please call 617-859-3036, x32.
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A Client's Story
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When I first walked into the Pathways clinic, I felt I was transported to a safe place where physical and spiritual healing could happen. Immediately I felt unconditional positive regard from the staff and the caring, curative hands of the acupuncturists. I was disabled by peripheral neuropathy brought about as a side effect of HIV medications. The pain went from both knees to the bottom of my feet. I had difficulty walking and required a cane to ease the pain. Within the first 10 months of treatments at Pathways, I dropped the cane and was able to walk faster with little pain. That was 1998, the year I became disabled from work as a guidance counselor at a Boston public school, a job I had held for 21 years. Click to continue. . .
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Saluting the Spirit Returns on June 5!
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Join us on Sunday June 5 at Healthworks Back Bay for Saluting the Spirit, a yoga fundraising event that benefits Pathways to Wellness, yogaHOPE, and The Healthworks Foundation.
Now in its eighth year, Saluting the Spirit brings together some of Boston's best yoga teachers to lead participants in a challenging three-hour flow. It's a powerful day of inspiration, yoga, and fun!
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Ask the Acupuncturists
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Q. This winter I've been feeling tired and slow, and sometimes find myself feeling lonely. I know that all the snow has made it harder to get out and see friends, but I wonder if anything else might help?
A. The weather surely has been a challenge this winter! But you're right, there are steps we can take to keep our bodies and minds balanced in this cold, dark season. Chinese medicine tells us that our kidneys are the "furnace" of the body and, in the winter, we want to keep that furnace stoked with warm foods and drinks. Avoid cold beverages and salads, and focus on hot cooked foods like roasted or steamed veggies. Eating cold food requires more energy from the body for metabolism, and that means less energy to keep you warm. Keep your core warm with an extra layer, vest or sweater, and make sure your shoulders and neck stay warm as well. |
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The Season's Recipe for Wellness | | Baked Stuffed Calamari By Bob Hornstein
A delicious and healthy alternative to the fried version!
8 large clean squid tubes
8 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
6 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 tbsp. fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 tsp. dried)
2 tsp. fresh basil, chopped (or 1 tsp. dried)
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
3 scallions, chopped
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Rinse squid tubes under cold water and make sure that they are free of cartilage. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
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New Saturday Herb Clinic
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Pathways now offers additional herbal consult hours on Saturday mornings from 9am to 12noon with Sandra Gray, licensed acupuncturist and board certified herbalist.
Sandy has been practicing acupuncture at Pathways since 2002. She has studied herbal medicine with our own Dr. Tao and with other renowned herbalists, and has prescribed herbs in private practice for many years.
To schedule an herbal consult, please call 617-859-3036, ext. 0.
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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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Large Intestine 11
Pool at the Bend
By Edie Snow, ABT
To locate this point bend your arm hand to shoulder, and place your finger on the end of the crease on the outside of the arm; open your arm and stimulate the point.
Acupressure to this point has extremely wide ranging action in support of the immune system, and influences many different types of conditions.
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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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