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liff Thorburn, former World Snooker Champion, Member of the Order of Canada and inductee into numerous sports halls of fame cuts a striking figure when dressed in a tux and bowtie, the hallmarks of his trade. “I like dressing up,” he says. But in 1995 when software entrepreneur Peter Hyne attended a corporate event in Toronto, knocking a few balls around the pool table, Cliff blended into the crowd. At least that’s the way Hyne remembers it. “I start playing snooker with this fellow and I’m thinking, jeez, they must give you a lot of time off because you’re playing really well. He was in a tux, so I thought he was a waiter. One of my colleagues comes in, sits down and looks up and says ‘holy cow, do you know who that is?’ I said I think he’s the senior waiter because he’s got a lot of time on his hands. And my colleague said ‘that’s Cliff Thorburn. He’s the World Champion.’ What’s he doing in a pub serving beer? I said. ‘He isn’t,’ he said. “He’s part of the show.’” Hyne was gobsmacked. “I didn’t have a clue.” They met again years later when Hyne employed Cliff to help him promote his business. They played the convention circuit for years. Cliff performed snooker tricks to attract a crowd and Hyne sold product. They remain friends to this day. Cliff Thorburn was born in Victoria in 1948. His father worked for the City; his mother stayed at home. His parents divorced when he was two and he was temporarily placed in a foster home until he was reunited with his father and grandmother several months later. He remembers his father fondly, united in their shared love of sports. “My dad was a great guy,” he says. “We were always out doing stuff.”
Cliff often took the lead in games – as a goalie on his soccer team or as a pitcher on his little league team. Then, at age 12, an epiphany. He accompanied his dad to the local alley, where he heard an unfamiliar clicking noise amongst the clatter of the bowling balls. “I just followed the noise down the stairs and this fellow had banked an eight ball on the side,” continues Cliff. “A big groan went up and a bunch of guys threw money on the table.” The child was mesmerized. “There was the green cloth and smoke in the room and the haze and the bright coloured balls and the light shade. It all caught me at once and I was hooked.” To this day, Cliff can’t explain it. True, he was mathematically inclined. And yes, the element of control was attractive. A snooker player is always in command, trying to sink balls, of course, but trying to thwart his opponent as well. It’s like a chess game on cloth. “I was obsessed with it,” he says. “I’d play for hours and hours.” He hung out at the Cue and Cushion pool hall underneath the old Royal Olympic Hotel, where he practiced up to four hours a day until his father interjected. “You know,” Dad said, “this snooker is really getting in the way of your school work.” “So I quit school,” says Cliff matter-of-factly. Shortly afterwards, he quit Victoria. “I wanted to see the world. I wanted to see better players. I gambled and did the odd exhibition still trying to hone my skills,” he says of his early days in Toronto. “When you become obsessed with something, as long as you’re eating, you don’t think about anything else. I just knew I was going to be a professional snooker player. I don’t know why. I just kept on going.” Cliff perfected his safety game, a defensive strategy in which
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If you were to meet your 20-year-old self, what advice would you give him? “Do your best to have your own billiards room and have a place to hang your hat for the rest of your life and coach kids.” Who or what has influenced you the most? And why? “John Spencer (three-time world snooker champion) was a very good friend of mine. He sort of took me under his wing. He was great with people, a fantastic player and I learned so much from him.” What does courage mean to you? “Courage is putting your money where your mouth is, knowing there are going to be some rough things along the way but sticking to your guns.” What does success mean to you? “Being a gentleman, being a good father and having people respect you.”
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you deny your opponent the chance of a clean shot by burying the cue ball behind another ball or running it up against the rail, in effect trapping him. Hence the term, snookered. He started winning competitions. The Canadian Open, the Canadian Championship, the North American Championship, but to run with the big boys, he had to travel to England, where snooker was revered and snooker champs were gods. He arrived in England in 1973, at age 25, determined to join the brotherhood where his peers had nicknames like The Hurricane, The Whirlwind and The Tornado. Sadly, a British TV commentator saddled him with the moniker, The Grinder, because of his deliberate, defensive play. I’ve never liked it. It’s a bit harsh,” Cliff says of The Grinder nickname. “I wanted to be called Champagne Cliff because when I won I always sprayed champagne over the table. I like the nickname… and I don’t mind champagne,” he laughs. “They sure let me know who I was all the time,” he says, comparing himself to the Russian import who comes to Canada to play hockey. “He’s good but he’s not one of us, sort of thing,” he adds ruefully. No matter, he owned up to the name and wore it proudly. “If somebody’s going to be playing The Grinder they know they’re in for a tough match,” he adds. He rose quickly, advancing to the quarter finals of the world championships in 1975, making it to the finals in 1978 and finally, in 1980, in a hotly contested match at The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield against Irish bad boy, Alex Higgins, Cliff won the World Championship of snooker, the first non-Brit – and a Canadian to boot – to win the world title. “I was the first person to take the trophy out of the country,” he says proudly. Winning didn’t do much to change the snooty reception. Acceptance, indeed adulation, came three years later when Cliff became the first snooker player in the world to play the perfect game, 147 points, in competition. “It was an unbelievable moment for me. In the UK, that’s all they talk about, the 147, whereas, over here it’s the WWW.SENIORLIVINGMAG.COM
World Championship. In the UK, it was really big news. The happiest moment in my life, I think, was pocketing the last ball, but I’m much more proud of winning the World Championship.” “It really put snooker on the map for Canada and we ended up developing a strong selection of world class players after him as well,” says Randall Morrison, President of the Canadian Billiard and Snooker Association, the governing body for cue sports in Canada. “The safety game became the kind of style Canada became known for because of his profile.” In 1983, Cliff was named to the Order of Canada. In Britain, he was enjoying the high life. Snooker matches were now being televised and the public ate it up. (The BBC still televises his perfect game every time there’s a world championship). The Grinder was a celebrity enjoying parties, endorsements and hanging out with rock stars. He had achieved success, but it came at a cost. “There’s pressure to stay on top. I could see it coming,” he recalls. “Everybody’s getting better. Once I turned 40, it was tough.” At the 1988 world championship, he tested positive for cocaine. “They made it seem like a stimulant to help me, but it wasn’t at all,” he says. “I didn’t take it to enhance my playing, that’s for sure. I might have felt sorry for myself at the time. My wife didn’t feel sorry for me. She was very upset. There was a party. Bad mistake.” He was fined $20,000 and banned from major tournaments for two years, effectively taking him out of competition. Cliff bounced back, winning non-ranking tournaments and maintaining his public profile. His friend Peter Hyne believes Cliff’s professionalism helped him weather those dark days. “I think it was his connection to the game that kept him relatively stable through the rough patches,” says Hyne. “He has a real affinity for the game and that sustained him.” The Grinder played his last championship game in 1996, but remained active with exhibition matches and public appearances. In 2000, in what he calls a personal
highlight, he was inducted into the Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame. “That meant a lot to me, in my home town,” he says wistfully. In 2001, he was inducted into the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame. “I’ve seen him play the way he did in the ’80s,” says Hyne. “It’s all there, but it’s the circumstance, context and everything else that’s missing. In Canada, it’s more difficult because we don’t have the same attachment to snooker as the Brits.” Randall Morrison agrees. Snooker isn’t as popular at home as it is overseas. Moreover, a new game, pocket billiards, has taken over. The balls are bigger, the pockets larger and the table is smaller. It’s easier to master. But for fans of the traditional game, Cliff remains the gold standard. “Any aspiring snooker player today still looks to Cliff Thorburn in Canada,” says Morrison. “I had a wonderful time over there,” says Cliff, reflecting on his past glories and cherishing his many celebrity and noncelebrity friends. “Bill Wyman of the Stones came to my 40th [birthday],” he recalls. Peter Hyne remembers meeting another friend, Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters. “I saw this immense, phenomenal respect that Roger had for Cliff,” says Hyne. “There was nothing artificial about the relationship,” he says fondly. “Cliff’s just one hell of a nice guy, a giving person, very genuine. I would like this guy if all he had was a pickaxe in his hand and a shirt on his back.” Cliff now lives in Markham, Ontario, with Barbara, his wife of 35 years. “This is the happiest I’ve been in my life,” he says. “I can sleep in the odd time. Did I practice five, six, seven, eight hours a day? How did I ever do it? I just don’t know.” His two sons Andrew, a systems analyst, and Jamie, a contractor, live nearby as do his two grandsons. His sons do not play competitive snooker. They play for fun. But their Dad remains enthralled. “I’m still fascinated by the game. Anything to do with snooker, I do it,” he says. “I could still spend a couple of hours on the table by myself. I give lessons. I love teaching.” He solicits fans and students through his website www.cliffthorburn.ca and finds time to pursue his other passion, golf, as well. “I really want to give people a head start as far as the game is concerned or even life, too. I’m such a different person off the table. I really enjoy making people happy or making them laugh.” Did dedication pay off? Yes. Did practice pay off? Certainly. But Cliff learned another lesson. Dream big and ramp up expectations. “When I turned pro in ’73, I gave myself five years to get to the final of the World Championship. I didn’t even think about winning it.” He did, in fact, get to the finals within five years, but lost, he says, because he was satisfied with making the grade and was not psyched up to go the distance. “Set your goals high,” he says. “Even if they’re unobtainable, you still have to have a goal beyond the goal.” Two years later, he won it all, the first person outside the British Isles to win the World Championship and cementing his position as one of the top snooker players in the world. Cue the champ. The Grinder had arrived. SL
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consume throughout the year, preserved in the root cellar, frozen, canned or dried. With this method of eating, it’s easy to follow a seasonal diet. “We don’t eat lettuce or microgreens unless we have grown them, which, with our greenhouse, we can do from about March to November. Last year, because there was no big freeze in November, was the first time we had greens from the greenhouse on Christmas Day.” But Victoria’s initial food interest morphed. “As I started to grow food crops, I became more interested in perennials and shrubs,” she explains. “I consider myself a collector wanting to have one of everything. I do not have any formal training, but I read constantly and try to experiment a lot.” Victoria has been gardening in their present home, close to Winlaw, for 26 years. “We take pride in the fact that everything was built by us from the ground up. We cleared the area, lived in a tent for six months with two babies and moved in when the snow came in November. We worked on the gardens and the house as the years went by, and since both of us worked full-time at our day jobs, found what time was leftover to continue building,” explains Victoria. Over the years, they have added a greenhouse, root cellar, teahouse and sauna, as well as various additions to the house.
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The latest addition is a plantroom, where Victoria will be able to grow microgreens and herbs all year long. Previously, they also put an addition onto the house to store food. “We used to keep it in the kids’ bedrooms in boxes, but I couldn’t find anything. Now I walk into a pantry with lots of shelves and easily pick out what I need,” she says. How much time is involved in maintaining a two-acre garden plot? According to Victoria, now that she is mostly retired (she continues to work a few days a month as an x-ray tech and volunteers on Thursdays at the local food bank), as soon as the snow starts to melt, each day she’s out the door and “playing” in the garden. “I usually work out there for about six hours. When my husband comes home from work around 3:30, we usually go out together for another couple of hours,” she explains. And she’s quick to clarify that’s rain or shine, “unless it’s really pouring or lightening.” The gardening work is seasonal. “I don’t do anything at all in December and January – that’s my down time. Then, seed catalogues start coming and I start my seeds in February,” she says. Spring and fall are the busiest seasons; spring with planting and weeding and fall with harvesting and cleaning up. But Victoria shares, “I pretty much have figured out how to keep the weeding down: mulch is your friend! It encourages slugs, but I’d way rather hunt slugs than pick weeds.” Because Victoria is so passionate about gardening, she says she didn’t realize how much work it was until last year when she had to do everything on her own because her husband was working on an addition to their house. Steve usually does the “hard work” like building things, such as the raised beds, banging stakes into the ground, or heavy wheelbarrowing. “He also does the tree pruning,” says Victoria with a smile, “because he wanted the fruit trees.” She continues, “Sometimes, we think we should be cutting down because our kids are no longer at home, but then we think there’s always someone to give food to, and now our oldest son is getting a freezer!”
Victoria admits that although she has always loved gardening, it used to be much more stressful before retiring and especially when her two children were young. “I don’t have to feel guilty now, when a kid has to come out to find me in the garden and say ‘I’m hungry, what’s
passion. “I love that the garden takes me to different rooms and I never know where the path will lead. The tea garden and pond are my favourite quiet, out of the way corners,” she confides. Over the years, Victoria’s gardening efforts have received some well-deserved accolades. Her Nass Valley garden was featured in Harrowsmith in 1985. Then in 2007, Victoria and Steve’s current garden was featured in Gardens West Magazine and, again in 2008, in Katherine Gordon’s book about eight gardens and their gardeners in the Slocan Valley called The Garden That You Are. They also previously participated in the Slocan Valley Garden Tour for about 14 years. Without a doubt, gardening to such a scale is a lot of work and Victoria jokes, “I don’t recommend it to anyone.” “But,” she pensively continues, “I love my food. And I love having my hands in the dirt. I love to watch things bloom and grow – it’s very addicting. Either you love it, or you don’t.” SL
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604-853-8993; 31622 Charlotte Avenue; www.hallmarkretirement.ca Capacity: 61 suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: nutritious lunch & dinner; coffee shop; weekly housekeeping & linen services; activities program; regular wellness clinics; bus outings; recreation calendar; small pets welcome
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604-859-0053; 3055 Princess Street; www.hallmarkretirement.ca Capacity: 69 suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 3 nutritious meals/day; 24hr caring wellness staff; wellness clinics; weekly housekeeping & linen service; cable; all utilities incl.; peaceful environment; bus outings; small pets welcome
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604-850-5416; 33386 Bevan Avenue; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: (AL) 35; (LC) 115 Starting Price: Varies with care; all meals included Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing care; housekeeping; laundry; activities; dietitian; hairdresser; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; homestyle meals; spa; outing bus
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250-850-1353; 1563 16th Avenue; www.berwickrc.com Capacity: 135 suites - studio, 1&2 bedrooms available Starting Price: Call for further pricing information Amenities/Services: amazing ocean views; 2 meals/day; weekly housekeeping; 24hr emergency response; social & recreational activities; interior courtyard; theatre; rooftop garden; lawn bowling
CHILLIWACK Chartwell Birchwood Retirement Residence n g
604-792-8793; 45650 Patten Avenue; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 80 suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Dining room; bistro; games room; activity room; lounge; hair salon; library w/ computer & internet; fitness area; 24hr security monitoring; weekly housekeeping; 2 meals
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250-546-0223; 3725 Wood Avenue; pdfergie@telus.net Capacity: 10 bachelor rooms Starting Price: $1275/month (personal phone not incl) Amenities/Services: lunch/dinner cooked for you; breakfast & snacks provided; 2 shower/bathing rooms; shared washer/dryer; 2 patios (only place smoking allowed); walk trail; small pets considered
BURNABY Harmony Court Estate g
604-527-3300; 7197 Canada Way www.agecare.ca/community/agecare-harmony-court/retirement-living Capacity: 130 Suites Starting Price: From $1850/month Amenities/Services: 3-daily meals, Full recreation calendar; housekeeping; fitness centre; 24hr emergency response; courtyards; walking paths; fireside lounge; garden room; laundry room; library; pet friendly. Independent Living with a Care Centre wing
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604-291-0607; 3755 McGill Street; www.setonvilla.com Capacity: (SL) 189; (AL) 28 Starting Price: see website Amenities/Services: balconies & spectacular views; 3 homemade meals/day; housekeeping; laundry; 24hr emergency response; salon; pool; gift shop; recreation program; exercise equipment; bus; parking
604-703-1982; 45555 Hodgins Avenue; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 98 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 24/7 staff/security; 3 course dinner; housekeeping; laundry; emergency call service; activities; pool table; theatre & games rooms; gated parkade; air conditioning; pets allowed
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604-792-0689; 9168 Corbould Street; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 121 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Spacious studios; 1&2 bdrm suites; weekly housekeeping & linen/laundry service; 1 meal/day; coffee/tea/ homemade snacks; 24hr monitoring; small pets welcome
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604-997-7337; 8980 Edward Street; cca@colchar.org Starting Price: 44 bachelor $469; 9 1bedroom $561 Amenities/Services: close to bus stops, hospital, shopping; free use of washer and dryer; garden; no pets allowed
Making Sense of the Housing Directory
his guide was developed an easy-to-read resource for those seeking housing and care solutions (for themselves, a friend or family member), to establish a solid starting point for understanding the seniors housing market. The Housing Directory on our Senior Living website has a complete list of all senior housing in British Columbia. You can find it at www.seniorlivingmag.com/housing We use three housing categories to define the residences – Independent/Supportive, Assisted Living and Licensed Care.
Independent/Supportive Living g (I) Independent/Supportive Living includes a combination of housing and hospitality services for retired adults who are capable of directing their own care.
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By law, all Assisted Living residences must be registered with the Assisted Living Registrar of BC. Assisted Living residences offer housing, hospitality services and personal assistance to adults who can live independently but require regular help with daily activities.
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Licensed Care units provide accommodation, care and supervision for retired adults who are no longer capable of directing their own day-to-day activities. Licensed Care settings typically provide a combination of housing and hospitality services, as well as extensive support services.
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250-850-1353, 1-844-418-1353; 1700 Comox Avenue www.berwickretirement.com Capacity: 134 suites Starting Price: call for rates Amenities/Services: chef prepared meals & snacks; weekly housekeeping; social/recreation programs; roof top garden/lounge; 24/7 emergency response; library; theatre; small pets allowed
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250-338-6311; 994 8th Street; www.abbeyfieldcomoxvalley.com Capacity: 10 spaces; non-profit Starting Price: $1820 Amenities/Services: near downtown/bus; Handydart served; private bathrooms/patios; free laundry facilities; all meals; utilities; cable TV/internet in common area; beautiful grounds; paved walkway
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604-936-8122; 560 Austin Avenue; www.ljchristmasmanor.com Capacity: 134 Units Starting Price: Studio $1300, incl. 1 meal Amenities/Services: 24hr staff; 1bdrm, studio & all-inclusive suites; dining room (3 meals/day available); afternoon tea; housekeeping/ lat linen service available; cable tier 3 & all utilities incl; music nights, social club; shuffleboard; bingo; yoga; hair salon; tuck shop
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604-939-5991; 739 Alderson Avenue; www.belvederebc.com Capacity: 56 Funded by Fraser Health; 92 Private Pay Starting Price: $195 per day Amenities/Services: recreation programs, 24hr on-site professional staff; dementia. palliative, respite care, all meals and snacks, hair salon; visiting pets allowed
604-939-1930; 750 Delestre Avenue; www.belvederebc.com Capacity: 54 Private Pay; 60 Subsidized Starting Price: $3300 or contact Fraser Health Amenities/Services: recreation/social programs; residence owned bus; 2 meals plus coffee/tea service; 24hr on-site staff; guest suite; tuck shop; library; housekeeping; games room
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604-941-7651; 1142 Dufferin Street; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 140 Suites Starting Price: call for rates Amenities/Services: An elegant independent community nestled on lush green acreage with open gardens. Boasting an award-winning Red Seal Chef that designs meals of the highest quality.
DELTA Columbus Lodge Delta (Rental)
604-597-3322; 8850 118A Street; www.colchar.org Starting Price: $1450 Studio; $2050 1 bedroom Amenities/Services: great meals cooked onsite; near shopping and buses; daily social acitivites; weekly outings; next to church; no pets
Waterford, The g
604-943-5954; 1345 56 Street; www.waterfordforseniors.net Capacity: (IL) 108; (LC) 36 Units Starting Price: (IL) $3250/month; (LC) $210/day Amenities/Services: Activity programs; close to amenities; hair salon; private dining room; cornerstore; 24hr reception; no pets
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604-948-4477; 1737 - 56 Street; www.briacommunities.ca Capacity: 65 Starting Price: $3750/month Amenities/Services: Activity programs; hair salon; private dining room; scheduled bus trips; cornerstore; 24hr reception; pets allowed
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A HOME WHERE FRIENDS ARE FAMILY
West Shore Lodge is an Independent Senior Community dedicated to the safety and comfort of all our residents, while inspiring a higher quality of life. Our friendly and helpful staff will provide an array of gracious amenities along with personal hands on dedication, giving you the opportunity to enjoy many social events and a chance to create long lasting friendships. 1828 Island Highway, Colwood, BC V9B 1J2
250 478 7527
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• Delicious Healthy Home Cooked Meals and Snacks • All Utilities Including Cable • Housekeeping & Laundry Services • 24/7 Emergency Response • Variety of Activities & Entertainment • Free Parking & Scooter Storage • Studio, One and Two Bedroom Suites with Kitchenettes • Spacious Balconies, Storage & Walk-in Closets Available • Furry Family Friends are Welcome • Very Competitive Rates
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DUNCAN Abbeyfield Duncan Pennells House g
250-748-1352; 5905 Indiana Road; abbeyfield@live.com Capacity: 10 rooms, 2 vacancies Starting Price: $1467 Amenities/Services: lovely older character home with modern upgrades; near Quamichan Lake; meals & cable included
FORT ST. JOHN Abbeyfield Houses of Fort St. John g
250-785-8381; 8112 96th Avenue; www.abbeyfieldfsj.org Capacity: 12 rooms Amenities/Services: not a “care home” but a facility which gives you the ability to lead your life your way; resident house manager; home cooked meals; couples rooms available; in-floor heating; lounge
GOLDEN Abbeyfield House Society St. Paul g
250-344-2344; 915 9th Street; gamackay@persona.ca Capacity: 10 rooms Starting Price: $1158 Amenities/Services: 300sqft rooms w/ walk in showers; free washer/dryer; shared living/dining rooms; live in house coordinator; lunch & dinner served, breakfast food provided; parking; storage; no pets
LIVE A LIFE FILLED WITH VERVE Every day, individuals discover new things about themselves, the people around them, and the world we live in. Visit us online or call to take part in a health, fitness or food experience.
KAMLOOPS Berwick On The Park g
250-377-7275; 60 Whiteshield Crescent; www.berwickrc.com Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Activity programs; housekeeping; internet; cable; lounge; games room; fitness centre; billiards; computer stations; craft room; library; regular entertainment; theatre; tuck shop; salon
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Chartwell Kamloops Retirement Residence n g
778-376-2000; 628 Tranquille Road; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 97 suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: near mall; on-site home care; recreational & exercise programs; dances; holiday bazaars; games & fitness rooms; library; lounge; outdoor patio; salon; spa; theatre/auditorium
Chartwell Ridgepoint Retirement Residence g
778-376-2002; 1789 Primrose Court; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 105 suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 24hr staff; cafe; computer; common area; convenience store; dining room; fitness room; games room; gardens; greenhouse/plant nursery; library; salon; putting green
Kamloops Seniors Village n g
250-574-0037; 1220 Hugh Allan Dr.; www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: (LC) 114, 14 private, 100 Funded; (AL/IL) 101 Starting Price: AL/IL $2200 depending on suite size Amenities/Services: campus of care; views of the Thompson River valley; spacious accommodations; full range of services; delicious meals, housekeeping; recreational activities; small pets allowed
KELOWNA Abbeyfield Orchard City g
250-763-5254; 1531 Bernard Avenue; dianefle@shaw.ca A non-profit housing option for seniors. Seniors have the opportunity to have the privacy of their own living area with the support of a house coordinator who manages the building and cooks the meals.
Chartwell Chatsworth Retirement Residence n g
778-738-0623; 1831 Parkview Crescent; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 103 suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 24hr staff; cafe; convenience store; dining room; fitness & games rooms; gardens; library; nearby shops; outdoor patio; spa; salon; walking paths; wellness centre; theatre WWW.SENIORLIVINGMAG.COM
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Revera - The Dorchester g
250-860-0725; 863 Leon Avenue; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 148 Starting Price: call for rates Amenities/Services: health and wellness center; private dining room; private bus; culinary services; social community; country cafe; movie/lecture theatre; outings; Dorche”Store”; pets allowed
LANGLEY Chartwell Langley Gardens Retirement n g
604-888-0228; 8888 202 Street; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 301 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 3 meals daily; weekly housekeeping/linen; social events/activities; 24hr emergency response; underground parking; near shops; laundry facilities; lounge; salon; pets allowed
Harrison Landing n g
604-530-7075; 20899 Douglas Crescent; www.harrisonpointe.ca Starting Price: $2350 - $3150 Amenities/Services: toast/juice/coffee breakfast bar; 2 meals; light housekeeping; pub nights; socials; bingo; dining & fireside lounges; outdoor patios; recreation & wellness areas; fitness classes; theatre; library; computer access; 24hr security; pets allowed
Harrison Pointe n g
604-530-1101; 21616 52 Avenue; www.harrisonpointe.ca Starting Price: $2530 - $3150 Amenities/Services: toast/juice/coffee breakfast bar; 2 meals; light housekeeping; pub nights; socials; bingo; dining & fireside lounges; outdoor patios; recreation & wellness areas; fitness classes; theatre; library; computer access; 24hr security; pets allowed
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604-514-1210; 5840 Glover Road www.magnoliagardens.net Capacity: (IL) 145; (LC) 40 Starting Price: (IL) $2175/month; (LC) $190/day
Amenities/Services: Activity programs; billiards table; dietitian on-site; close to amenities; hair salon; guest suite; housekeeping; social programs; 24hr call system; certain pet restrictions
Renaissance Retirement Residence g
778-726-0842; 6676 203 Street; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 128 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: secure environment; healthy meals 3/day; spa; salon; 24hr emergency system; non-profit caregiver; daily activities; housekeeping/maintenance services; storage; small pets
Sunridge Gardens g
604-510-5091; 22301 Fraser Highway; www.SunridgeGardens.net Capacity: 145 Units Starting Price: $1895 Amenities/Services: Guest suite; trial stay suite; theatre; games room; fitness centre; wellness room; spa room w/ walk-in tub; private dining room, outing bus; greenhouse; pets allowed
MAPLE RIDGE Auburn Retirement Residences g
604-792-3545; 8531 Young Road www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: 66 units Starting Price: $2110 Amenities/Services: 3 chef made meals; bistro; housekeeping; 24hr emergency call system; 24hr staff on-site; recreation; entertainment; bus; fitness classes; library; salon; pets allowed
Chartwell Willow Retirement Community n g
Our Executive Chef invites you to experience his culinary touch. Chef Chan believes in quality, local ingredients and exceptional flavour in every dish, making meals one of our residents’ most anticipated times of every day. Visit us in Oak Bay to experience the flavour and fervour we invest in every meal. 250.595.1914
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604-466-8602; 12275 224 Street; www.chartwell.com Capacity: (IL) 100; (LC) 35 Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Dining room; games & activity rooms; lounges; salon; library; wellness spa; bar; country kitchen; smoke free environment; weekly housekeeping & linen; small pets allowed
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Revera - Sunwood Living g
604-463-5527; 12241 224 Street; www.sunwoodliving.com Capacity: 93 Starting Price: $2100 Amenities/Services: Daily activities & entertainment; bi-weekly bus trips; home cooked meals; happy hour; theatre; sports lounge; 24hr staff; emergency response system; pets allowed
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MISSION Chartwell Carrington House Retirement Community n g
604-826-4747; 32679 6th Avenue; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 125 Units Starting Price: Call for Rates Amenities/Services: dining room; craft room; activity room; lounges; movie theatre; hair salon; library; computer; storage lockers; 24hr security monitoring; weekly housekeeping; 3 daily meals
Chartwell Cedarbrooke Retirement Residence g
604-820-9300; 32331 7th Ave.; www.cedarbrookechateau.com Capacity: 138 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Therapeutic pool on-site; water wellness program; water tai chi; bingo; on-site physician; fitness room; movie theatre/chapel; craft room; hair & beauty salon; library; 24hr bistro
NANAIMO Berwick On The Lake n g
250-729-7995; 3201 Ross Road; www.berwickrc.com Capacity: (I) 120; (C) 36; private Starting Price: call for rates Amenities/Services: 3 meals/day & snacks; laundry services; weekly housekeeping; activity programs; 24hr emergency call system; transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; guest suites
Designed With YOU In Mind
We invite you to discover our beautiful deluxe suites in a friendly, worry free and supportive environment. › Bright and spacious 720 sq. ft. suite › Kitchenette with breakfast table › 2 private patios › Large living area and master bedroom › 24-hour emergency response included › 2 spacious bathrooms › Walk-in closet
Lakeside Gardens Retirement Community n g
250-756-0799; 4088 Wellesley Avenue; www.lakeside-gardens.com Capacity: 123 units Starting Price: call for info Amenities/Services: meals incl; assisted services; linens/towels cleaning; housekeeping; activities program; outings; emergency call system; dining room; library; small pets welcome
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BOOK YOUR DELUXE SUITE TOUR TODAY! Contact Joel 604.527.3323
7197 Canada Way, Burnaby BC agecare.ca/harmonycourt
Oak Tree Manor n g
250-716-1799; 325 Hecate Street; www.oaktreemanor.ca Capacity: 61 units Starting Price: $1250 Amenities/Services: central location; waterfront views; continental breakfast; 2 meals/day; housekeeping/linen service; 24hr medical alert button; activities program; pets on 1st floor
Origin at Longwood n g
250-751-7755; 6205 Oliver Road; www.originway.ca Capacity: 30 (LC); 143 (IL); AL in-suite if needed Starting Price: $2550 Amenities/Services: gourmet meals; 24hr emergency response; enrichment programs; arts/crafts; woodwork; fitness classes; pool; nordic pole walking; tech tips; think fit; housekeeping; pets welcome
Trillium Woodgrove Manor
250-390-1036; 6304 Metral Drive; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: 43 spaces Starting Price: $160/day; 3 meals/day plus snacks Amenities/Services: housekeeping; laundry services; activity program; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; home cooked meals; spa; sunroom; pets allowed
NEW WESTMINSTER Thornebridge Gardens n g
604-524-6100; 649 8th Avenue; www.verveseniorliving.com Capacity: 144 Units Starting Price: $2950 Amenities/Services: 3 meals, snacks; housekeeping; social activities; 24hr staff/emergency pendant; bus; courtyard; terrace; guest suite; pub lounge; store; Seal of Approval; pets allowed
Welcome home to ideal living. Looking for a place to call home for adults aged 55+? At BG Homes, we provide affordable, independent living suites in Vancouver. Lots of green space, great views and a friendly community. For rental applications, call BG Homes
604-255-7707 3350 East 5th Ave Vancouver www.bghomes.ca
BG Homes 3350 East 5th Avenue Vancouver, BC V5M 1P4
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QUALICUM BEACH
604-929-6361; 3142 Highland Boulevard; www.amica.ca Capacity: 117 Starting Price: All-inclusive, please call for rates and availability Amenities/Services: Premium on-site amenities and services such as: fitness centre, theatre/chapel, arts and crafts kitchen, library with internet, beauty salon, and On-The-Go bus
Chartwell Churchill House Retirement Residence n g
778-382-0099; 150 W 29 Street; www.chartwell.com Capacity: (IL) 60; (AL) 37 Units Starting Price: Varies, call for info Amenities/Services: Dining room, fitness room, theatre room, wellness spa room, tea room, pool table/lounge room, beautiful views, housekeeping, emergency response system, guest suite; pets allowed
Qualicum Manor
250-752-1262; 124 Fourth Avenue East; qualicummanor@shaw.ca Capacity: 60 units Starting Price: call for rates Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing care; activity programs; housekeeping; homestyle meals; hairdressing; dietitian; dental hygienist; dementia care; emergency call system; patios; visiting pets allowed
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PITT MEADOWS
604-273-1225; 7051 Moffatt Road; www.verveseniorliving.com Capacity: 107 apts (IL/AL); 31 studios w/ personalized 24hr nursing Starting Price: $3945 monthly Amenities/Services: 3 meals & snacks; housekeeping; rooftop garden; wellness consultation; 24hr emergency response; activities; outings; personalized support; BCSLA Seal of Approval; pets welcome
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604-460-7006; 12000 190A Street; www.thewesbrooke.com Capacity: 114 Units Starting Price: $1950 Amenities/Services: chef; 24hr care aides; ft nurse manager; wellness programs; seniors centre attached; personal care plans; activity programs; salon; billiards; movie theatre; pets allowed
250-724-5054; 3839 8th Avenue; www.abbeyfieldalberni.ca Capacity: 21 spaces Starting Price: $1425/month Amenities/Services: 2 meals prepared daily; free laundry, cable; hairdressing & housekeeping available; social director; activities; events; bus outings; shopping/banking, local bus walking distance
604-271-7222; 4088 Blundell Road; www.gilmoregardens.com Capacity: 117 Units Starting Price: $2790 Amenities/Services: homestyle dinner; weekly housekeeping; 24hr emergency response; recreational activities; wellness coach/nurse; BCSLA Seal of Approval; Canada’s Order of Excellence; pets allowed
250-655-3536; 10017 5th St.; standrewsabbeyfield@weebly.com Capacity: 9 spaces Starting Price: income-based, approx $1500 Amenities/Services: meals; single bedsitting suites w/ 2 piece bath; family-like atmosphere; entertainment; independence; private & shared garden; close to town; transportation; TV; no pets allowed
LOCATIONS ACROSS BC, ALBERTA & QUEBEC BC LOWER MAINLAND Auburn Retirement Residences Dufferin Care Centre Guildford Seniors Village Langley Seniors Village Maple Ridge Seniors Village Peace Portal Seniors Village Renfrew Care Centre Rosemary Heights Seniors Village The Terraces on 7th Waverly Seniors Village White Rock Seniors Village
VANCOUVER ISLAND Beacon Hill Villa Comox Valley Seniors Village Nanaimo Seniors Village Selkirk Seniors Village Stanford Seniors Village The Gardens at Qualicum Beach The Wellesley
ALBERTA Millrise Place Monterey Place
QUEBEC Manoir de Casson
BC INTERIOR Kamloops Seniors Village Summerland Seniors Village Williams Lake Seniors Village
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Amica at Beechwood Village n g
250-655-0849; 2315 Mills Road; www.amica.ca Capacity: 104 Starting Price: All-inclusive, please call for rates Amenities/Services: Premium amenities/services such as: fitness centre, library, internet, salon, landscaped gardens, On-The-Go bus
Norgarden g
250-656-8822; 2300 Henry Avenue; www.norgarden.com Capacity: 42 suites Starting Price: $2700 Amenities/Services: individualized lifestyle; underground secure parking; salon/spa; activities; bus; spacious suites; full refrigerators; family owned; close to all amenities; guest suite; pets welcome
Beauty, dignity and the best value in Victoria. The Oak Bay Kiwanis Rose Manor Society invites you to join us at Rose Manor, a comfortable, warm and friendly home in downtown Victoria. 3 meals and 3 tea times Weekly laundry & housekeeping Activies & much more Suites Available Now Call today for a viewing appointment (250) 383–0414
Peninsula, The n g
250-656-8827; 2290 Henry Avenue; www.norgarden.com Capacity: (IL) 42; (AL) 25 Starting Price: $3000 Amenities/Services: individualized lifestyle services; underground parking; salon/spa, activities; bus; spacious suites; local family ownership; near amenities; guest suite; pets welcome
SURREY Amenida n g
604-597-9333; 13855 68 Avenue; www.homecareliving.ca Capacity: (IL) 134; (AL) 20 Units Starting Price: $1675 Amenities/Services: fitness & recreation programs; easy access to: park, senior/recreation centre, library, shopping & services; visiting medical professionals - no long office waits; pets welcome
Amica at White Rock (Opening 2018) n g
778-545-8800; 15333 16th Avenue; www.amica.ca Capacity: 152 Starting Price: All-inclusive, please call for rates and availability Amenities/Services: Premium on-site amenities and services such as: pool, fitness centre, theatre, arts and crafts kitchen, beauty salon, roof terrace with greenhouse, and On-The-Go bus
857 RupeRt teRRace, VictoRia (250) 383–0414 www.rosemanor.ca
Chartwell Crescent Gardens n g
778-736-0346; 1222 King George Highway; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 110 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Nutritious 3 meals/day; weekly housekeeping; fireside lounge; private dining room; bistro; library; billiards; salon; greenhouse; courtyard; recreation activities; pets allowed
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Chartwell Imperial Place Retirement Residence n g
778-735-0541; 13853 102 Avenue; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 104 Suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Warm caring staff; elegant dining room; home cooked meals; morning bus shuttle; short term stay suites; walking paths; beautiful spacious landscaping; small pets welcome
Revera - Fleetwood Villa n g
604-590-2889; 16028 83 Avenue; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: (IL) 106; (AL) 60 Starting Price: call for rates Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing staff; emergency call system; Doctor/PT/OT/RMT; courtyard; 3 meals/day, housekeeping; recreation; bistro; media & craft room; salon; library; small pets allowed
Revera - Whitecliff n g
604-538-7227; 16601 16 Avenue; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: (LC) 35; (IL) 51; (AL) 40 Starting Price: $2415 Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing staff; emergency call system; outing bus; near amenities; Dakim; patios & gardens; lounges; media room; tea room; exercises; library; pets on main floor
Suncrest Retirement Community n g
604-542-6200; 2567 King George Boulevard; suncrestbc@telus.net Capacity: (LC) 124; (IL/AL) 78 Starting Price: $3000 - $4200 Amenities/Services: 24hr professional care; all meals (LC), 2 meals (IL/AL); recreation; transportation to local appts; lounges & outdoor space; tea/coffee & snacks; resident/family centrered care
Carefree Activities, Outings & Great Meals Call forLiving a Lunch– &Peace Tour Today! Carefree of Mind
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Call 250-478-4888 250-478-4888 753 Station Station Avenue, Avenue, Victoria Victoria www.cherishliving.ca www.hayworth.ca AUGUST 2016
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Westminster House
Columbus Tower Vancouver (Rental)
604-538-5291; 1653 140 Street; www.westminster-house.org Capacity: 117 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing services; housekeeping; food service; recreation & leisure programs; pastoral care; full laundry; 24hr cafe; secure environment; outing bus
604-992-1344; 5233 Joyce Street; cca@colchar.org Starting Price: $609 Amenities/Services: close to skytrain, shopping, bus stops, St. Mary’s parish; some TV channels included; TV lounge; patio; free parking; washer & dryer; no pets allowed
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604-261-5531; 1275 W 67 Ave.; www.abbeyfieldvancouver.com Capacity: 16 & 1 guest room Starting Price: approx $1400 Amenities/Services: Security; companionship; meals included; emergency call system; wheelchair accessible; elevator; laundry facility; balcony/patio rooms avail; small dogs allowed ground suites
Amica at Arbutus Manor n g
604-736-8936; 2125 Eddington Drive; www.amica.ca Capacity: 114 Starting Price: All-inclusive; please call for rates & availability Amenities/Services: Premium on-site amenities and services such as: beautiful patios and landscaped gardens, home theatre room, fitness centre, beauty salon, and On-The-Go bus
Beulah Garden Homes n g
604-255-7707; 3350 East 5th Avenue; www.bghomes.ca Capacity: (IL) 193; (AL) 89 Starting Price: depends on the unit Amenities/Services: activity rooms; storage lockers; parking; laundry facilities; dining room; garden; library; social programs; chapel
Columbus Millenium Tower (Rental)
604-408-3547; 1175 Broughton Street; cca@colchar.org Starting Price: 46 Studio $980; 10 1 bedroom $1530 Amenities/Services: meal plans available; near downtown, parks, St. Paul’s Hospital; basic cable included; piano lounge; TV rooms; patios; chapel; parking; hair salon; no pets allowed
604-676-1418; 438 W King Edward Ave., www.opalbyelement.com Capacity: 56 IL/AL Rentals; 44 IL/AL Condos; 30 LC Starting Price: Avail Sept’16 Discovery Centre 555 W 12 Unit 130 Amenities/Services: flexible packages; intergenerational space; farm-to-table culinary program; spa; instructor-led movement; courtyards & patios; brain fitness; theatre; shuttle bus; town car
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604-263-0921; 2803 West 41 Avenue www.reveraliving.com/retirement-living/locations/crofton-manor Capacity: 187 Starting Price: $4000 Amenities/Services: beautiful gardens & courtyards; close to amenities; free car service; private bus for outings; on-site medical room; visiting physician, dentist, podiatrist; pets allowed
Shannon Oaks g
604-324-6257; 2526 Waverly Avenue; www.shannonoaks.com Capacity: 145 Units Starting Price: $3670 - 1bdrm; $4000 - 1bdrm+D; $4930 - 2bdrm Amenities/Services: 3 daily meals; housekeeping; activities; 24/7 emergency response; fitness studio; private dining room; library; computer lounge; coffee bar; salon; and more; small pets welcome
South Granville Park Lodge
604-732-8633; 1645 West 14 Avenue; www.sgplodge.com Capacity: 108 units Starting Price: $6800 Amenities/Services: warm & gracious complex & palliative care; private rooms w/ bathrooms; 24hr RN’s, certified care aids; delicious dietitian approved meals; therapeutic programs; laundry/housekeeping; daily supervised walks; all necessary healthcare providers
We are now a member of the Amica family! Edgemont Senior Living is now called Amica at Edgemont Village. We will provide first-class, all-inclusive living with premium amenities, services and staff. Plus, you’ll have 24/7 access to professional care and support. Choose from one of our three neighbourhoods with dedicated dining, activities and staff: Independent Living • Assisted Living • Memory Care
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Call 604-929-6361 or visit amica.ca Our Presentation Centre is open 7 days a week! 3142 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver, BC, V7R 2X6, (604) 929-6361
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VERNON Abbeyfield House of Vernon Society g
250-542-3711; 3511 27th Avenue; www.abbeyfieldvernon.ca Amenities/Services: 3 house coordinators; live-in staff; house/yard maintenance; rooms have cable, ensuite, emergency call system
Chartwell Carrington Place Retirement Residence n g
1-866-237-1512; 4651 23 Street; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 144 suites Starting Price: call for rates Amenities/Services: best of modern retirement living; restaurantstyle dining; 24hr care aides; cafe; convenience store; fitness & games rooms; gardens; walking paths; salon; nearby shopping
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250-479-6140; 1133A Reynolds Road; www.abbeyfieldstpeters.org Capacity: 12 Spaces Starting Price: $1350 Amenities/Services: Includes 3 meals daily; private bathrooms; laundry facilities; storage; cable TV; garden; emergency call system; housekeeping available; games room/library; no pets allowed
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250-478-4888; 753 Station Avenue; www.cherishliving.ca/mackie Capacity: 126 suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: emergency call system; laundry facilities; housekeeping; leisure program; outing bus; tea kitchens in units; near bus & shops; spa room; computer stations; homestyle meals
Amica at Douglas House n g
250-383-6258; 50 Douglas Street; www.amica.ca Capacity: 101 Starting Price: All-inclusive, please call for rates and availability Amenities/Services: Premium on-site amenities and services such as: fitness centre, gardener’s greenhouse, business centre with internet, and On-The-Go bus
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Every line tells a story Look into the faces of seniors.
Every hard-earned line is a legacy, and lessons for us all. Since 1981, we’ve championed quality of life for all seniors. Let us help you add a wonderful new chapter to your story.
Sunrise of Victoria provides:
• Exceptional licensed residential care • Excellent accommodation and hospitality services • A special neighbourhood for memory care
Please call 250-383-1366 or drop by for your personal tour. Also visit our website for a virtual tour.
920 Humboldt Street
www.sunrisevictoria.com
250-220-8000; 994 Gorge Road West; www.amica.ca Capacity: 146 Starting Price: All-inclusive, please call for rates Amenities/Services: Premium on-site amenities and services such as: fitness centre, theatre, arts and crafts kitchen, games room with billiards, beauty salon, and On-The-Go bus
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250-380-9121; 540 Dallas Road; www.amica.ca Capacity: 134 Starting Price: All-inclusive, please call for rates Amenities/services: Premium on-site amenities and services such as: pool, fitness centre, library with Wi-Fi, beauty salon, private landscaped gardens, and On-The-Go bus
Berwick House n g
250-721-4062; 1-866-721-4062; 4062 Shelbourne Street www.berwickrc.com Capacity: (IL) 100; (AL) 35; (LC) 38 spaces; private Starting Price: call for info; meals and utilities included Amenities/Services: chef prepared meals/snacks; weekly housekeeping; linens; activity programs: 24hr emergency call system; transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; guest suite; parking
Berwick Royal Oak n g
250-386-4680; 1-866-721-4680; 4680 Elk Lake Drive www.berwickrc.com Capacity: (IL) 162; (AL) 40; (LC) 27 Starting Price: call for info; meals and utilities included Amenities/Services: chef prepared meals and snacks; weekly housekeeping; activity programs: 24 hr emergency call system; transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; guest suite; 125 seat theatre
Carlton House of Oak Bay g
250-595-1914; 2080 Oak Bay Avenue; www.carltonhouse.ca Capacity: 88 Starting Price: Call for rates; prices all inclusive Amenities/Services: experienced chefs using local ingredients; all inclusive; social activities; heated underground parking; taxi service to appointments; 24hr staff; emergency call system; pets welcome WWW.SENIORLIVINGMAG.COM
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Chartwell Ross Place Retirement Residence n g
250-381-8666; 2638 Ross Lane; www.chartwell.com Capacity: 186 units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: all-inclusive rentals; light housekeeping; linen service; meals; recreation activities; weekly bus outings; outdoor & roof patios; secure green areas; 24hr emergency call system; respite suites available; small pet friendly
The Cridge Village Seniors’ Centre n
250-384-8058; 1307 Hillside Avenue; www.cridge.org Capacity: 36 private, 40 VIHA Starting Price: $2515 - private pay Amenities/Services: beautiful heritage building; walking paths; excellent food; modern construction; grand lounge; recreation coordinators; common areas; no pets allowed, visitation welcome
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250-383-4164; 606 Douglas Street; www.theglenshiel.bc.ca Capacity: 68 units Starting Price: $1200 Amenities/Services: social activities; movies; exercise classes; three home cooked meals a day; daily housekeeping; laundry facilities; hair care available; overlooks Beacon Hill Park; no pets
Sunrise of Victoria
250-383-1366; 920 Humboldt Street; www.sunrisevictoria.com Capacity: 93 suites; private Starting Price: $5200/month Amenities/Services: 3 meals/day; weekly housekeeping & laundry; daily spot cleaning; activities; wellness visits by nurses; trained staff 24/7; bistro; salon; entertainment lounge; HD TV; pets considered
Trillium Clover Point Care
1-855-437-8196; 90 Linden Avenue; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: 14; private Starting Price: varies with care; all meals Amenities/Services: 24hr care; emergency call system; activity programs; memory & dementia care; music therapy; arts & crafts; dental hygiene; hairdresser; church; walking clubs; spa; pets allowed
Trillium Craigdarroch Care Home
250-595-3813; 1048 Craigdarroch Rd; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: 18 spaces; private Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 24hr care; emergency call system; activity programs; memory & dementia care; music therapy; arts & crafts; dental hygiene; hairdresser; church; walking clubs; spa; pets allowed
Trillium Douglas Care
250-478-1328; 328 Wale Road; www.westridgelanding.com Capacity: 63 Starting Price: $650 Amenities/Services: secure underground parking; 6 appliances; insuite washer/dryer; balconies; rooftop patio; 9ft ceilings; adjacent to JFD seniors centre & busses; cats, birds, small animals ok, no dogs
250-383-9011; 660-647 Niagara Street; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: 28 complex care units Starting Price: varies with care; all meals included Amenities/Services: 24hr care; housekeeping; laundry services; activity program; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; homestyle meals; spa room; pets allowed
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250-380-4977; 1070 Southgate Street; www.mintonhouse.ca Capacity: 26 suites Starting Price: $1450/month; condo rates vary Amenities/Services: 24hr security; 3 course dinner, weekly housekeeping; medical alert; on-site first aid; activities; near Cook St. Village & all amenities; close to Beacon Hill; pets allowed under 15lbs
Revera - Parkwood Court
250-598-1575; 3000 Shelbourne Street www.reveraliving.com/retirement-living/locations/parkwood-court Capacity: 79 Units Starting Price: $5630/month Amenities/Services: Registered nurses 24/7; complex, palliative care; safe & secure environment; dietitian onsite & chef prepared meals; private courtyard; extension recreation programs; no pets
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250-598-1565; 3051 Shelbourne Street; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 100 suites Starting Price: $1795 Amenities/Services: spacious studios; 1&2bdrm suites; chefprepared meals; fitness equipment; 24hr service & emergency response; Dakim; shuttle service; close to amenities; pet friendly
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250-477-1232; 3965 Shelbourne Street; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 113 Suites Starting Price: $2000 Amenities/Services: chef prepared meals; 24hr emergency system; housekeeping; recreation/fitness; gardens; walking path; community vegetable plot; library; salon; lounges; patios; pet friendly
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250-383-0414; 857 Rupert Terrace; www.rosemanor.ca Capacity: 70 suites Starting Price: $1250 Amenities/Services: 3 meals and tea times daily, weekly laundry and housekeeping, entertainment and activities; no pets allowed
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250-595-6257; 2000 Goldsmith Street; www.shannonoaks.com Capacity: 102 suites Starting Price: $3560/month Amenities/Services: housekeeping, bed linen and towels supplied; 3 meals/day; activities; gym; A/C & heating unit in-suite; 24hr emergency response; bus; chaplain; salon; small pets allowed in suite
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1-855-437-8196; 1961 Fairfield Road; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: 20 spaces; private Starting Price: varies with care Amenities/Services: 24hr care; emergency call system; activities; memory & dementia care; arts & crafts; dental hygiene; foot doctor; walking clubs; homestyle meals; spa; housekeeping; pets allowed
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1-855-437-8196; 1538 Cedar Hill XRd.; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: 54 units Starting Price: $2500 Amenities/Services: 3 meals; housekeeping; 24hr staffing; 24hr emergency call system; salon; all utilities; activity & fitness rooms, library, lounges; outdoor patios, parking; small dogs/cats okay
Trillium St. Charles Manor
250-595-4255; 1006 St. Charles St.; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: 53 spaces Starting Price: $1875 to $2475 Amenities/Services: 24hr care; housekeeping/laundry; activities; dietitian; hairdresser; physiotherapist; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; homestyle meals; spa; bus; patios; no pets
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250-478-7527; 1828 Island Highway; www.trilliumcommunities.com Capacity: 62 Units Starting Price: $1399 Amenities/Services: 3 meals/day; housekeeping; activities; 24hr staffing & security; 24hr emergency call system; salon; all utilities incl.; activity room, library, lounges; parking; small dogs/cats okay
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250-514-5114; (IL) 2800 Blanshard Street (AL) 2811 Nanaimo St. www.wellesleyvictoria.com Capacity: (IL) 140; (AL) 64 suites Starting Price: Call for info Amenities/Services: 2 chef made meals; 24hr emergency call system; laundry; library; outings; housekeeping; activities; high tea; parking; workshop; fitness room; billiards; small pets allowed
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604-921-9181; 659 Clyde Avenue; www.amica.ca Capacity: 119 Starting Price: All-inclusive, call for rates Amenities/Services: Premium on-site amenities and services such as: pool, fitness centre, theatre, arts and crafts kitchen, billiards room, beauty salon, and On-The-Go bus
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604-531-6198; 15869 Pacific Avenue www.concordretirementresidence.com Capacity: 43 Units Starting Price: Cottages $1650-2550; Main $2375-$3500 Amenities/Services: 3 home cooked meals & snacks; weekly housekeeping & laundry; 24hr emergency response; recreation & transportation; concierge service; pet friendly
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604-250-3422; 1183 Maple Street; www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: (IL) 72; (LC) 60 funded, 11 private pay Starting Price: IL - $2200/month Amenities/Services: 3 meals/day; weekly housekeeping/linen; complimentary taxi; 24hr emergency response; activity bus; recreation/fitness programs; small pets allowed; theatre lounge; salon
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Housing
It’s Time to Move: How to Choose
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aking the decision to move into a senior residence can be daunting, partly because of the amount of housing options that are available. Most senior supportive and assisted living residences offer a basic range of core services, such as meals, security, housekeeping, recreation and home care. However, the variances between each residence are apparent in the room size, affordability and location, level of extravagance, the quality of meals, and the recreation opportunities. Gord Bibby, General Manager of Oak Tree Manor in Nanaimo, points out that for many seniors, “this choice [of a residence] may be the last voluntary move of their life,” so it’s important to research and narrow down the options before settling on one. Before you begin your search, consider how big of a suite is required and at what cost. Bibby suggests you decide on a firm budget by determining what you’re able to afford and for how long – the best-case scenario in terms of the amount of years you have left. Many seniors can over-extend their finances because they don’t believe they will live as long as they actually do; you don’t want the worry or stress of home ownership by living beyond your means in anticipation of a shorter stay in a residence. If you’re planning to rent, be sure to ask how often rent is raised and at what level, Bibby advises. Many residences raise their rent once a year as a matter of policy. If you have a lower budget, visit lower-priced buildings or publicly funded residences. Don’t let limited finances discourage you: if a facility is a registered assisted living residence, then it’s overseen by the Ministry of Health (and should therefore be safe, clean and offer great value). An extravagant residence can be tempting, but if you have lived a modest lifestyle thus far, the novelty of a fancy atmosphere can wear off quickly and then you’re stuck paying for amenities you don’t utilize. As with any real estate investment, location should be a high priority. Candy Ho, Director and Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Relations at Element Lifestyle Retirement in Vancouver, says that most seniors move to a residence within their local community. She’s found that about 80 per cent of Element Lifestyle’s residents come from a two-km radius. This
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is usually decided by nearness to children or grandchildren. It’s important to note that just because a transition is necessary, it doesn’t mean the greater environment has to change (including how often you see your family). Another location factor to assess is the proximity to shopping centres or other neighbourhood amenities (medical facilities, for example). Most residences have vans or buses for transportation, but they are usually run on a strict schedule. If this limitation is an inconvenience to your independence, shops or services that are a short walk away is optimal. However, Bibby says seniors must be prepared to give up a certain degree of independence. Most residences have schedules (for meals or laundry, for instance) or other set rules that can affect curfew or the use of your suite (for a home-based business or hobbies). Bibby adds that seniors should keep in mind that once they have moved in, they may be required to move from that suite to another wing or building should their health falter or if they require more support. It’s also unlikely that the majority of one’s possessions will fit into a suite, so residents have to be ready to downsize their inventory. Although these considerations may seem like a sacrifice at an age when change is harder to reconcile, a residence offers freedom from chores and upkeep that comes with maintaining a household. Residences are designed to accommodate wheelchairs, scooters, or those dealing with particular health issues. Instead of isolation (often an inevitability as family or friends pass on), a residence offers a sense of community and a rotation of engaging activities. It’s imperative to set realistic priorities to narrow down options and save time and effort. Touring properties can be an extensive process and, after a while, they can blur together instead of the right option standing out. Ho suggests that when you visit a residence, pay attention to the morale of the residents and staff: Is there low participation or engagement in recreational activities? Is the staff sincere? Does the food look appealing or cater to your specific needs (if you have an allergy, for instance)? These details can make the difference. The residence you choose is one you could be in for more than a decade, so it’s important that it’s tailored to your individual needs, allowing you to advance into the next chapter with ease. SL
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After Your Move: How to Adjust
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ou’ve visited countless senior residences (or a select few, if you heeded the advice of the “How to Choose” article, page 22). You’ve picked what could be your home for the next 10+ years. You’ve decided which of your things you’ll take with you. You’ve moved in and are about to start the next chapter. Now what? Adjusting to your new home can be an arduous transition. Through each of the aforementioned steps, you may have come to terms with the impending change, or tried to avoid the thought altogether. Regardless, the moment has arrived and you are Prioritize the activities you confronted with a new suite, new like and commit yourself. faces and a new routine. The amount of time it takes you to fully adjust to a residence is dependent on the circumstances. However, Helen Brown, Community Relations Manager at Berwick Royal Oak Retirement Community in Victoria, suggests that clients give themselves a minimum threemonth period to adjust; often, if the decision to move was made by the resident, that period of time will be much shorter. Alleviation of the adjustment period can happen before entering the residence. If extended family members are helping with your move, Linda Lord, Community Relations Manager at Berwick House in Victoria, suggests that one of them take you away from “the action” on moving day (if they don’t suggest it, you can). If you’re off doing something fun, stress about the overall change won’t be compounded by the transportation of items. The first few days can be especially overwhelming, but the staff and other residents are aware of these challenges and make an effort to include new residents and show them around. Think of the first few days as “toe-dipping” – a time to orient yourself with the building. The staff does what they can to aid transition (welcome signs, invitations to activities, etc.), but mentality and proactivity are the keys to adjusting. Brown says attitude is the biggest determiner of success – seniors with a “glass-half-full approach” are the ones who enjoy themselves earlier on. You don’t have to “do it all” to prove you’re making an effort, but prioritize the activities you like and commit yourself; the emphasis should be on “trying.” If the decision to move wasn’t entirely yours, Denise Tidman, Executive Director of Norgarden and The Peninsula, says to keep reminding yourself of the advantages a community can offer. 26 24
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Seniors may think they’ve lost power over the decision-making process, but there are several activities they do have control over. Sarah Smith, who works at The Cridge Centre for the Family in Victoria, tells residents to look out for opportunities to learn something new. Most residences have weekly lectures or exploratory outings. By taking advantage of educational offerings, you’ll not only broaden your mind, but you’ll start to see your new environment as a chance for growth. As mentioned by Tidman, a driving feature of a residence is the sense of togetherness it brings. Although, many residents say they worried about “fitting in” before they moved, as soon as they made one or two friends, that anxiety went away. A routine time that connections are made is during community meals. Even if you’re a quiet person who is reticent about activities, a presence at mealtimes ensures a lessened feeling of isolation. Whether you’re doing the socializing or merely surrounded by it, you’ll begin to feel like you’re a part of the community. Comfort-level is individual, and may be gradual, but immersing yourself into an active environment upon arrival helps to form bonds and prevent over-thinking. If the adjustment is especially difficult, reach out. It’s important to remember the other residents have gone through the same transition, so they can offer advice or support that outside friends or family may not understand. There will likely be newcomers arriving on a regular basis, so the people who have recently moved in will be a good source for making those connections. Residents with a shared background or common interests will lead to strong friendships, so take those opportunities to socialize. Regardless of the residence programs in place to ease the move, transitions are still a major adjustment. However, Brown offers a sentiment of reassurance: “Ninety-five per cent of residents say one of two things: ‘I should have done this a couple of years ago’ and ‘I didn’t realize how lonely I was.’” It may take you longer than anticipated to adjust, but make small goals to interact with new people and activities; with time, patience and a good attitude, you will find comfort in your surroundings (and may, like Brown’s clients will attest, consider it the best years yet). SL
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Laneway Housing Trend BY JANINE FOAN
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ith sky-rocketing real estate prices and a lack of micro lofts, and suites within suites; even UBC is getting into rental units, laneway housing is becoming a viable the act with their recent unveiling of micro student housoption for many people. They go by several names: ing. Then there’s the Tiny Co-housing movement, also called granny flats, garden suites or laneway house, to name a few. “pocket neighbourhoods,” where an entire neighbourhood of But what is a laneway house? Well, although the allowable size tiny private homes is clustered around a common area, sharing and other details vary from city to city, they are small houses resources and amenities. built on an existing lot alongside an existing house. But are these little homes affordable? And can anyone with The increasingly popular trend may be suitable for those a house and a lot have one? This is where you need to check who wish to house their aging parents or adult children. It’s with your municipality first. Each municipality has its own set also a rental income alternative for those who may not have of rules or bylaws regarding laneway homes, and if they are additional space in their home to accommodate it. Building a permitted. Check your municipality’s website for information. separate little house could be more appealing than adding on or The City of Vancouver has a thorough resource guide you can renovating the main house. download from their website. Talk to a building contractor that The idea of the laneway house is not new. Although the specializes in the construction of laneway homes. Compare the initiative was first approved by Vancouver council in 2009, costs of building a laneway home to adding on. Explore the there are some laneway houses in that city that date back to the possibility of converting a freestanding garage. Talk with your 1890s. At that time, these little houses were used as servants’ neighbours about your plans. They may have concerns regardR OO T E D I parking, N L O V Eincreased ~ GROW I N GorI noise. N COM M U N Ithem T Y in quarters or as a guest house. Some were used as accommodaing privacy, traffic Include tion for homeowners while their main house was being built. the process. Now, laneway homes are being promoted as a great way to If you want to have a look at some examples of laneway ROOTED IN LOVE ~ GROWING IN COMMUNITY preserve the feel of a neighbourhood while adding density. In housing, the Vancouver Heritage Foundation puts on a tour other words, more homes without knocking down a heritage every fall to raise money for heritage preservation in that city. one in the process. You can find out more about the tour and see photos from past Over the last few years, we’ve seen a variety of creative tours by going to their website (www.vancouverheritagefoun“small” ideas on how to pack more people into an everdation.org). dwindling supply of affordable housing. There are popular Whether you are looking for housing solutions, ways to TV shows that showcase mobile tiny homes that utilize a very reduce your ecological impact, help with the mortgage, or preLONG TERM small amount of space in clever, innovative ways. There are serve heritage, laneway housing is a great option to consider. SL
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ne of the most important things we do is create our homes; our haven where everything has its place. Moving can present the perfect opportunity for organizing and downsizing for a rewarding new beginning in a new home. The proven step-by-step process starts by having a purpose in mind that fits your needs for each room in your new home. This should help you decide what you truly don’t need and what to bring forward. Take measurements or have the square footage of each room to create floor plans and furniture arrangements. Carry a copy for handy reference, if you’re out shopping, especially when selecting larger pieces. Start sorting and downsizing today. Begin by going through each room one at a time, one item at a time. Create and categorize sorting bins and label as Keep, Donate, Sell, Recycle or Garbage. Ask yourself, “Do I love it, use it or need it?” Qualified items to keep are either practical, beautiful or inspirational. Stop saving the good stuff for special occasions. Treat yourself to the best every day. Items with sentimental attachment worth creating a space for are worth saving. You may have twice as many duplicate items as you need. Release and pass them on to someone who does. An outlet that accepts donations or a consignment store are two options. Consider replacement versus repair costs of broken items you haven’t used in over six months. Purge what doesn’t belong in
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your vision, and value what’s left. Remind yourself they’re just objects. In the end, you won’t miss them. When sorting clothes, let go of anything that doesn’t fit or that you haven’t worn in the past two years that may not best complement you. Chances are they probably never will. Paper is the number one source of clutter. Gather up all your documents, files and bills and sort into six piles, subsequently creating folders for each. Bills, bank statements, pay stubs / investments / tax returns & supporting docs / insurance policies, home & car ownerships / warranties, user manuals / will, birth & marriage certificates. Store folders in an easily accessible, portable, waterproof folder box. Shred anything that’s trash. Simplifying our lives gives us time and energy to do the things that really matter to us. If you feel overwhelmed or don’t have the time to declutter on your own, request help. Get the family involved or hire a professional organizer. Whether your move is imminent or in the future, it’s never too early to get organized. With less clutter in your home – and your life – you’ll feel lighter, freer and better equipped to begin new adventures. SL Barb Gustafson is a Professional Organizer and Interior Decorator based in Victoria extending to the Okanagan Valley.
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ld age for boomers may be just a little more comfortable than it is for seniors now. Not because we’ll have more money, although some of us will. And not because we’re healthier, although some of us may be. We could manage old age with a bit more ease because we’re flexible. Isobel Mackenzie, BC’s Seniors Advocate (pictured), says one of the real struggles for many older citizens now is the move from their single family home: their house that requires upkeep, likely has stairs and which comes with all the responsibilities and stresses of home ownership. It’s a hard and emotional transition when the time comes that they simply can’t manage and need to move to a condo, an apartment, assisted living or a care facility. Boomers, on the other hand, often choose condo living for its ease and many may miss the trauma of moving from their house to a building with shared walls entirely. We’ll also be more inclined to be involved in choices about our health and our independence. “As long as we’re competent, most of us will insist on making our own choices,” says Mackenzie. “We’re a generation that’s attuned to making plans and decisions for ourselves. We’re not inclined to simply accept what others tell us.” That doesn’t mean the elderly boomer won’t be frustrated by health challenges nor by changes to mobility. Mackenzie expects adapting to changes in our transportation modes will be tough for many boomers. We’re drivers, and while we know we should use public transit more, right or wrong, we often choose our car over the bus. British Columbia seniors got a champion in their corner when the government named Mackenzie as BC’s – and Canada’s – first Seniors Advocate in 2014. Mackenzie monitors and makes recommendations on the system of services for seniors, especially as they pertain to health care, housing, income, personal supports and transportation. From Tofino to Dawson Creek, she’s spoken with thousands of seniors about the issues that matter to them; what’s working and what’s not. To understand life and the challenges of seniors
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today, she’s held dozens of town hall meetings, spent time in scrubs in hospital emergency departments, held the hands of dementia patients and listened closely to the stories of Vancouver seniors who can’t afford housing and to rural seniors who can’t find it. In all her travels and conversations, Mackenzie has encountered one recurring theme experienced by seniors everywhere: ageism. To older people, ageism looks like this: they feel invisible, looked over and looked past. Their choices and decisions are questioned and sometimes denied them, and their contributions dismissed. Many feel devalued and diminished. Mackenzie can make recommendations to government about housing, transportation and healthcare, but ageism is infuriatingly difficult to address. It is pervasive and insinuates itself into all corners of society, including the media. Mackenzie took Globe and Mail columnist Margaret Wente to task recently for a column she described as a “generationally divisive and stunningly inaccurate generalization of a group of people based on their age.” When a widely read columnist like Wente accuses affluent seniors of “robbing” future generations – hardly the picture of senior life that Mackenzie sees every day – ageism is a tough nut to crack. “This generalization and homogenization we do of people based on their age is overarching,” she says. There are misguided notions that because people are older, they need help with decisions. “Some people do need assistance,” says Mackenzie. “But if people are competent – and most are – it’s their life and they’re entitled to make their own decisions; even if they are poor decisions. “We mean well, but we really need to have greater respect for the choices people make.” Mackenzie pulls no punches in letting government know the state of seniors’ services in BC. She has issued reports on caregiver stress (BC has the one of the highest rates of unpaid caregiver distress in Canada), aggression in residential care homes (slightly fewer hours of direct care in facilities experiencing the most incidents of resident to resident aggression), and on housing (not as available nor as affordable as it needs to be).
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This is the Cridge Village, this is Home. �������������������������������������� This summer, she launched a ground-breaking initiative to interview every competent resident of every publicly funded residential care facility in the province. Volunteers are being recruited and trained to conduct the interviews that will provide the Advocate with first-hand information about residents’ experiences in care. Mackenzie has worked with seniors for most of her career. Prior to becoming the Seniors Advocate, she led BC’s largest not-for-profit agency. She also led the implementation of a new model of dementia care, and the first safety accreditation for homecare workers. When she became Seniors Advocate, she was struck by the disparity of services and the lack of standardization throughout the province. South Vancouver Island, where she’d spent most of her career – while not without its own issues – she found to be relatively well resourced compared to some other regions and communities. Still, seniors everywhere deal with the same challenges, but from differing perspectives. Housing, for example, is a challenge across the province. In the Lower Mainland and Victoria, affordability is a major issue, while in rural BC availability is the challenge. “In some communities, there’s nothing available,” she says. “The private sector isn’t coming to build.” Public transportation is readily available to seniors in southwest BC, but not necessarily so for the rural senior who can no longer drive. More than 820,000 people 65 and over live in BC – 17.5 per cent of the population and growing. Mackenzie and her staff are looking at seniors’ experience in this province from five angles so, whether you live in Cranbrook or Prince Rupert, the system has a better chance of getting it right. SL For information about the Office of the Seniors Advocate, visit the website at www.seniorsadvocatebc.ca Gery Lemon is a Victoria journalist and communications consultant who specializes in seniors’ issues and interests.
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inally! A trendy top that hits all the marks for those of us who are over 55. The open shoulder – or cold shoulder – top is popping up everywhere this summer, and for women who feel uncomfortable with sleeveless tops, this is a perfect fashion solution. The open shoulder top has sleeves, with slits cut in the upper, outer shoulder area that allow the shoulders to peek through while keeping the upper arms covered. The best part is they come in a variety of styles – from casual t-shirt to dressy glitz – taking you from the park to the party! This chic little number exposes the part of your shoulder that is smooth and shapely, and disguises the underpart where many of us have a little skin wiggle. It’s a very sexy look that women of all ages can wear with absolute confidence. These marvelous tops can come in any type of fabric, any length, and they pair with everything from skirts and shorts to capris and pants. The sleeves can range from short cap to full-arm length. Many sleeveless garments don’t provide a good fit. Often designers will make the armholes too large, apparently to make Simon Chang them roomy enough for different sized arms. Design Lifting your arm can leave a gaping hole, Spring/ exposing whatever is underneath for all Summer the world to see. The open shoulder shirt 2016 avoids this wardrobe malfunction. The practicality of the open shoulder design leaves a wide enough band at the top of the shoulder to cover your bra straps. This lets you wear a supportive bra (very important to make anything you wear look great). Because of the ventilation provided by the slits, it’s a perfect garment for a hot day. Just remember to wear sunscreen or you’ll end up with a burn the shape of a football on each shoulder. So, go ahead and bare those shoulders this summer – and let your sexy peek out! SL
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ind your step. Mind out. Mind. When I was a child, my mother used these expressions to warn me to be careful, pay attention and slow down. My nickname was the “electric hare,” so-named after the mechanical rabbit than ran ahead of the greyhounds at the races. I likely needed these reminders to “mind” on a regular basis to stop me from racing around mindlessly, not noticing the world around me. British expressions, common in the 1950s in London, England where I was born, come into my mind now as I think about
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the concept of mindfulness and the practice of “mindfulness in everyday life.” Mindfulness is the act of focusing attention on our experiences at the moment they are happening. This requires an attention to the external world around us as well as noticing our inner experiences and our emotional reactions. Cognitive psychologists describe this ability as being able to take a metaposition to our thoughts, a metaphorical “stepping outside” of our self.
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In reality, for much of our waking lives, we function on “auto-pilot” mode. We find ourselves driving to work when we planned a trip to the store, or in a conversation and suddenly realize we have no idea what the other person is talking to us about. “Sorry. My mind was wandering. I was miles away.” While occasional lapses such as these cause us no real harm, if we are habitually unaware of what’s going on around us, we miss the richness of our world. When mindful, in contrast to auto-pilot mode, we are consciously aware of our surroundings, actions, reactions, emotions and thoughts. We notice things that we usually ignore such as the sensation of feeling our next breath as it begins, noticing sounds, feeling our eyes as they scan a page. We pay attention to what we experience without judgment or expectation. We simply observe whatever it is we are aware of right now, just as it is, with moment-to-moment, non-judgmental awareness. Mindfulness is at the heart of Buddhist meditative practice, and modern medicine is now catching up with ideas the ancient yogis have known for hundreds of years. Several decades of research shows physical, social and psychological benefits of practicing mindfulness. Results from hundreds of international studies describe how incorporating mindfulness into our daily lives can boost the immune system, lead to positive changes in the brain, improve memory and attention, alleviate depression, and reduce stress and negative emotions. Mindfulness research at the University of Massachusetts demonstrated benefits for patients in the management of pain, anxiety disorders and other forms of illness. In the UK, the technique was found to reduce the risk of depression relapse by 50 per cent. Subsequently, Britain’s National Institute for Clinical Excellence now recommends mindfulness meditation in cases of chronic depression. Jon Kabat-Zinn was the first to bring mindfulness practice into the mainstream of the western world. Based on his background in biomedicine and molecular biology, combined with his study of Buddhist teachings, Kabat-Zinn founded the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School in 1979. The course he developed for his stress reduction clinic has evolved over the years and is now known as Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), a program offered at many medical institutions to help patients deal with chronic pain, disease and stress. Like most new skills, mindfulness techniques take an effort to learn. Learning to be mindful is a process that happens gradually with meditation being one of the main tools for developing mindfulness.
Mindful breathing is a simple exercise to learn and can be done anywhere and at any time to incorporate a “mindful moment” into your day. Begin by being still and noticing your breathing. Breathe out, slowing blowing the air out through your mouth. Do a full exhalation. Then, slowly breathe in through the nose. As you breathe in, be aware that you are breathing in. Feel the breath on your nostrils, feel your diaphragm going down as the lungs expand while you take a full inhalation. Next, breathe out slowly through your mouth. As you exhale, be aware that you are breathing out. Do a full exhalation. Many people report that this simple exercise helps them to immediately feel calmer in stressful situations. Kabat-Zinn describes that “Any moment during the day that you bring your attention to your breathing in this way (noticing the breath, in and out, not forcing the breathing but just being aware of your breathing) becomes a moment of meditative awareness. It is an effective way of tuning in to the present and orienting yourself to your body and what you are feeling, not only while you are ‘meditating’ but while you are going about your daily life.” A web search for the term “mindfulness” shows how prevalent this topic has become in modern culture. Google yields 10,000,000 results for the term mindfulness; Google Scholar (showing published, peer reviewed research) shows links to 225,000 research articles; Amazon lists 420 books on mindfulness. The web provides a useful, albeit overwhelming, source of information and suggested readings on the topic. A trip to the library for recommendations on useful resources, participation in a course on mindfulness, or simply getting together with friends to talk about what you are reading on the topic and sharing techniques are all good starting points for further exploration and practice. Evidence of the “electric hare” tendency is evident in the behaviours of many of us as we race through life trying to accomplish more and more. At the end of the day, we lament, “I don’t know where the day went.” My mother’s reminder to “mind” may be just the message needed to help us to slow down and notice the world around us. As poetically stated by Thoreau, “Only that day dawns to which we are awake.” Perhaps the next step along your path to mindfulness may be as simple as incorporating the “mindful moment” breathing technique into your day. SL
Results from hundreds of international studies describe how incorporating mindfulness into our daily lives can boost the immune system, lead to positive changes in the brain, improve memory and attention, alleviate depression, and reduce stress and negative emotions.
Dr. Diane J. Salter has over 30 years of experience teaching in higher education as Professor, Dean and Vice Provost at research-intensive institutions in Canada and abroad.
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ou do not need to deserve happiness. Happiness is free. There are no conditions. What was your reaction when you read those first seven words? There are times in our lives when we believe they are true. BUT, the next seven words change the whole concept of those first seven words. So, this month, I want you to focus on happiness. Your happiness, the happiness of your friends and, if you push yourself out of your comfort zone, the happiness of the people around you. Your happiness is a gift to you and to others. Think of what happens when you are happy – what happens around you? Seriously, think about it. Think about how the atmosphere changes, how people change, how everything seems to lighten up. Ask yourself, from 0 to 100% how open am I to happiness? Your challenge this month: What would it take for me to be 100% open to happiness? Start with now as you are reading this issue of the magazine. “Today, I am going to be more open to life.” Today, I set my intention. Not only will I be happier, I want to ensure those around me will also be aware of their potential for happiness. I will become a happiness agent. We begin with only four intentions. In each of them, we are only looking to notice the effect that our intention has on us, on others around us, and on our day as a whole. Accepting: Today I will be 10% more accepting of myself, of others, and of my life.
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Receptive: Today I will be 10% better at receiving help, love and support from others. Grateful: Today I will be 10% more grateful for BY PAT NICHOL everything that is happening in my life right now. Present: Today I will be 10% more open to the idea that I really am in the right place at the right time. There, your challenge for the month of August. I want to hear from you as to how you do with this experiment in happiness. Happiness is not a search, it is a choice. Choose to be happy. SL
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A Remote Village Offers Dramatic Natural Discoveries STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARILYN JONES
An Arctic sunset is the perfect way to end a day of polar bear watching.
including restaurants, hotels, a grocery store and a couple gift shops line the main street through town. During the summer months, Churchill is a busy seaport where the province’s grain crops are transported by rail to be loaded onto ships and sent to countries all over the world. Every October and November, though, polar bears take centre stage as they migrate back onto the ice to hunt seal, and visitors have the opportunity to see these great white mammals in their natural habitat. Add to this the Northern Lights, Eskimo Museum and a chance to take a dog sled ride and you have the perfect cold-weather adventure. Churchill’s History
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Europeans first arrived in the area in 1619 when a Danish expedition wintered here at the mouth of the Churchill River. Only three of the 64 expedition members survived the winter and they returned to Denmark. They were followed by the Hudson Bay Company. In 1717, the first permanent settlement was built and named after John Churchill, who was governor of the Hudson Bay Company in the late 17th century. The settlement was built mostly to capitalize on the fur trade. The best way to visit Churchill, learn its history and see the polar bears is on an organized tour. I chose Churchill Nature Tours. On the first day, we head for the heliport to take a helicopter ride over the frozen tundra. After flying over Prince of Wales Fort, built between 1731 and 1741 by the British, we head out over
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couple from Toronto and a woman from Los Angeles. That evening, our guide tells us to be ready at 9 p.m., in case there are Northern Lights. During the late afternoon and early evening the cloud cover moves on with the Arctic wind and once we leave Churchill to a remote area in the bus, there they are; glorious green and red lights dancing like a ballet in the heavens. The wind is brutal. Even with our layers of clothing, we often hop back into the bus to warm up before going
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back out into the night to watch this natural performance. Our second day on the tundra, we search in vain. The bear migration to the ice is early this year. Most of the bears are now far out on the bay, where they will remain until spring when the ice melts and they make their way back to land. Cubs are born during the summer months. On the final day, we spend the morning at the Eskimo Museum that features beautiful works of art created over the past several centuries keeping aboriginal history and culture alive. Our afternoon is spent in the boreal forest, where we meet Wapusk Adventures’ owner David Daley. He explains his “love and respect” for dog training, and the sport of dogsled racing. We all take turns on the dogsleds before being introduced to adorable three-week-old puppies. The beauty of the frozen wilderness, the opportunity to see polar bears in their natural environment, the Northern Lights and learning about Canada’s aboriginal people, making new friends and getting to know the locals; a trip to Churchill is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. SL For IF YOU GO information, visit www. seniorlivingmag.com/articles/churchillpolar-bears
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Chemainus Theatre Festival Three summer productions are coming your way... Footloose: The Musical – Dancing is banned in Bomont when music-anddance-loving Ren arrives from the big city. He rallies his fellow teens against the oppressive rule. Re-live the high-energy and open-minded fun of this hit 1984 film. Pet the Fish – Josephine dreams. With her unwilling brother in tow, she sets out on a journey that magically transforms their lives. Their impossible tale takes them to a talking oyster, a riddling troll, and out to sea to catch the Big One. (For ages 4+) Falling: A Wake – One starry night, a young man falls from the sky onto Harold and Elsie’s farm and affects a profound transformation in his hosts. A haunting and surprisingly funny play about love, loss and the redemptive power of letting go. www.chemainustheatre.ca. See ad page 40.
Do You Know Someone
Kick-Ass?
Who do you know that plays full out? Who takes risks? Who isn’t slowing down, but ramping it up? Our December issue will feature people who are truly taking life by storm and making every day count for something! INSPIRED Senior Living would like your help finding people who inspire the heck out of us! If you know someone who is ‘kick-ass’, please send us an email. Individuals must be over the age of 55 and be a resident of BC or have lived in BC for a significant period of time and still have a close connection. Email: editor@seniorlivingmag.com
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PNE Fair This year’s Fair at the PNE is full of returning favourites like SuperDogs and Craft Beer Fest plus NEW AND ONLY THIS YEAR shows and attractions like the marquee show UNBELIEVABLE: A Magical Experience, Angry Birds™ Universe Exhibition, Alien Worlds and Androids Exhibit and nightly concert acts. www.pne.ca See ad page 41. Vancouver Symphony Orchestra The VSO’s 2016/2017 season offers two series of matinee concerts: Tea & Trumpets features light classical music and complimentary tea and cookies before the concert; Symphony Sundays feature worldrenowned artists and some of the greatest symphonic music ever written. www. vancouversymphony.ca See ad page 41. Victoria Operatic Society Back by popular demand! Come see Monty Python’s Spamalot at the McPherson Playhouse. Spamalot is an international musical comedy adapted from the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Like the film, it is a highly irreverent parody of the Arthurian Legend. www.vos.bc.ca See ad page 40.
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The Family Caregiver
Taking Mom Home
“H
ome is where the heart is.” If you asked Tiiu McCormick what this means to her, she’d answer, “By the ocean in Sointula.” Severely affected by three strokes, Tiiu, now 78, lives in a complex care facility in Comox, BC. Born in Estonia, Tiiu and her family came to Canada as refugees after WWII. Her love of the outdoors is something all her children remember. Summers always included a trek from Ontario to BC to visit with Tiiu’s sister, Mai, and to be by the ocean. She passed on this love of the outdoors to her four children. Her youngest child, Julia remembers being outdoors all the time. “We were always outdoors, in a kayak, in a canoe, wilderness camping or just out playing in nature.” When her children were grown, Tiiu applied to a variety of teaching positions in British Columbia. She got her first posting in Alert Bay and never looked back. She eventually bought a piece of land on Malcolm Island and with the help of her four children, built her stunning home overlooking the ocean in Sointula. One of the greatest losses for people having to move into complex care is the loss of their home. In Tiiu’s case, she was hit doubly hard as the stroke affected her independence, specifically her ability to walk and talk. Being almost completely dependent on others, coupled with the loss of her home and her freedom to be outdoors was a very difficult transition for Tiiu. Her four children wanted to find a way to honour their
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mother’s love of the ocean and nature. With the help of a team of professionals and her family, Tiiu is able to get outside in nature three days per week. But the family didn’t stop there. Her eldest son, Peter, could see how much his mom would benefit from spending time in her home in Sointula. This meant taking on the daunting challenge of not only making her home accessible for someone in a wheelchair, but being able to provide similar care levels for Tiiu. One wet and cold February, Peter and Tiiu made the trip to Malcom Island to build a ramp and adapt the home to make it possible to provide personal care. They also found a local home care professional who could provide the same level of care Tiiu receives in complex care. For the past two years, Tiiu has spent as much time as possible in her home. One of her favourite places to be is on the deck enjoying the ocean air. This story of family caregiving, love and honour doesn’t end here. The family’s next goal: getting their mom on the ocean in her boat. SL
Wendy Johnstone is a Gerontologist and a consultant with Family Caregivers of British Columbia in Victoria, BC. Visit www.familycaregiversbc.ca or call 250-3840408 for more information.
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COLLECTOR SEEKING vintage/collectable cameras, binoculars and microscopes. Nikon, Leica, Contax, Rolleiflex, Zeiss, Canon, etc. Mike 250-383-6456 or e-mail: msymons6456@telus.net (Victoria)
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home, mine or on a walk. Visit clairemarieweightloss.ca or call 250-812-3694.
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HOLISTIC HEALING HANDS Enjoy a relaxing, rejuvenating and therapeutic massage at our spa location 164 W Burnside Rd, or in the comfort of your home. Serving Victoria, Sidney, Langford and surrounding areas. Linda 250-532-2206 or send an email to westburnsidehhh@gmail.com HOME / APT CLEANING & DOWNSIZING. Friendly, professional, trustworthy.
References available. Saanich, Victoria areas. Reasonable rates. Call or text Sherry 250-217-1645
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ALWAYS GREAT FEET. Nanaimo’s professional mobile foot care nurses. Debbie Mason LPN and John Patterson LPN. Home, facility, and hospital visits. Experienced, qualified nursing foot care for toenails, corns, calluses and ingrown nails. Direct billing for DVA clients. 250-390-9266. WANTED: OLD POSTCARDS, old photographs, and pre-1950 stamped envelopes. Also buying old coins, medals and badges. Please call Michael 250-652-9412 or email fenian@shaw.ca CORNERSTONE SENIORS ADVOCACY Assisting Seniors through
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Character home. Single family residence. Bed and breakfast revenue for more than 20+ years. Victoria, BC. Owner selling due to additional commitments. For more information http://www.pembertonholmes.com/ listing/sab http://media.xposureapp.com/brochure/6/59/36659_1466460209992.pdf Call Rachel Doost 250-508-0171.
SENSUAL MASSAGE. Are you missing touch? I’m a Certified Sexological Bodyworker, I work with Couples and Individuals. Sher 250-889-4166 or sexeducator@telus.net
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Leaders in Transition
It is time to consider your next chapter. ARE YOU READY? Leaders in Transition is a unique interactive program for women 50+ who wish to explore ideas and possibilities for what comes next. APPLY NOW! Next Session Starts September 2016 (604) 683-7635 ext 228 theminervafoundation.com transitions@theminervafoundation.com AUGUST 2016 4539 OCTOBER 200943
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Highlights: Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Rüdesheim, Miltenberg, Wertheim, Glass Museum, Würzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Evening Budapest Cruise, Folklore Show
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Regular Rates: Lower Outside Cabin Rates: Double $6,899 CAD Middle Outside CabinDouble Rates: - Cdn $4,999 $4,799* Double $7,424 CAD Single - Cdn $5,469 $5,269 Upper Outside Cabin Rates: Triple - Cdn $4,969 $4,769* Double $7,829 CAD in Price: Round Trip Air from Vancouver Intl AirSuite Cabin Rates:Included port, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $630 per person Double $9,454 (subject CAD to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers Not Included in Price: included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of Round Trip Air from Vancouver Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges $350 per person.ofRound Trip Air from Victoria Interna$540 per person (subject to increase until paidtional in full), Hotel Transfers Airport available, please add $130 per person to * All Rates are Per Person and are subject change rates thetoabove
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Exercising Your Personality
hoose an activity suited to your personality. You’re more likely to enjoy it and therefore stick with it longer. Most of us realize this, but character traits are often overlooked when we’re searching for exercise choices. Extroverts (the highly sociable type) will, of course, enjoy team sports or group activities: aerobic dance, bowling, golf, curling, skiing, baseball, etc. Introverts will choose activities they can do alone or with one other person: walking, running, hiking, weight training, kayaking and racquet sports. Aggressive and competitive individuals would enjoy Tae-Bo, kick-boxing, powerlifting, weight training, all team sports and contact sports like baseball, soccer, football or hockey. Non-competitive activities include brisk walking, hiking, boating, aerobic dance, golfing or other activities where you are not necessarily competing with others and there’s no pressure to please teammates. Creative individuals would suit ballet, tap dancing or jazz. Yoga and Tai Chi are other suggestions, as is bodybuilding. Training with weights allows you to “sculpt” your physique (no matter your age). Bodybuilders say their sport is truly an art. The chronic worrier, or very organized person should choose full-attention sports and activities, where strategy is used. Concentration is needed in golf or tennis, and the strategy needed in many team activities (like basketball, curling or bowling) could keep the “deep thinker” from dropping out of their fitness quest. A chronic worrier may also benefit from relaxation activities like mediation, yoga or Tai Chi. Highly disciplined and meticulous people will enjoy strict activities like martial arts, Tai Chi, bodybuilding and other sports that require persistence and dedication. Swimming is an ideal activity for any type of individual. It’s especially beneficial to those who are overweight or injured. The water’s buoyancy allows for safe, slower motions and cushions the joints. Whether you’re the sociable type, or you like to be left alone, a day at the beach or pool can suit you. If you have trouble staying physically active, experiment with an activity suited to your personality. You may be in for a pleasant – and lasting – surprise! SL Eve Lees is a Certified Nutrition Coach, a Health Writer & Speaker, and a former Personal Trainer with over 30 years experience in the health/ fitness industry. www.artnews-healthnews.com
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OLDER ADULTS STRATEGY 2017-2022
WE WANT YOUR INPUT! Saanich Parks & Recreation is creating a new Older Adults Strategy to guide the direction of programs, services, facilities and outdoor spaces for the next five years. We want to hear from you! Set up a group engagement session anytime between May-Oct, or attend the public sessions:
Gordon Head Recreation Centre Tuesday, August 9th, 6:00-7:30pm
Saanich Commonwealth Place Wednesday, Sep 28th 3:30-5:00pm
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