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6 Money Well Spent

34 Peppering the Planet with Finger Labyrinths

Weighing the costs and beneﬁts of moving into a seniors residence.

For Langley labyrinth artist Bill Godden, his creations are a labour of love.

8 The Emotional Process of Moving

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36 A Spa’s “Minus” is a “Plus”

Relocating can be a difﬁcult process, but senior residences are equipped to smooth the transition.

Travel writer Irene Butler plunges into -110C temperatures for the rejuventing experience of a Cryotherapy Cold Sauna treatment.

10 Designing Your New (Smaller) Space

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Making style and safety a priority as you move into a new home – and a new stage of life.

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12 Living Among Friends

Cohousing – self-contained units in a supportive self-made community – is catching the attention of like-minded seniors.

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14 Making the Most of the Directory

4 The Family Caregiver by Barbara Small

Understanding the different housing categories and needs levels of the directory.

40 Fit for the Adventure

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44 Reﬂections: Then & Now

An easy-to-read guide for those seeking housing options and care providers for seniors.

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THE FAMILY CAREGIVER

Relocating to Facilitate Caregiving

eing a long-distance caregiver for an extended period of time can be stressful and place a heavy burden on all areas of your life. One of your first reactions may be to minimize the distance and move your family member to where you live or uproot your life and move to where they live. Before you make this decision, consider first whether this move may be more disruptive and stressful for everyone involved than caregiving from a distance. Ask yourself the following questions: • Are you prepared to have your family member live with you in your home? What would this arrangement look like? Will your house need to be adapted or renovated to meet their health needs? How can you ensure that everyone has some degree of privacy? How do the other people in your home feel about this change? How compatible are everyone’s different lifestyles, eating schedules, sleeping habits, etc.? • Are you prepared to be your family member’s only social contact once they have moved away from what is familiar to them? What impact could that have on your free time and on your current

relationship with them? • What will be the impact of moving your family member away from what is familiar to them – their doctor, friends, church, favourite shops, a community they may have lived in for most of their life? • What is your family member’s health situation and what kind of care will they require? How could the stress of the move affect their health? How much assistance can you realistically provide given your current situation? • If they are coming from out-ofprovince or out-of-country, when will they qualify for medical services in your province? • What financial arrangements need to be discussed? Who will pay for what? • What has your past relationship been with your family member? How long has it been since you lived together in the same house or even the same town? Are there any unresolved issues between you that are likely to flare up again under the stresses of the new living arrangements or the stresses of a caregiving situation? • If the new living arrangement doesn’t work, what is the back-up plan?

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• Consider how you will manage the actual move. How long has your family member lived in their current residence and how much time will be involved in packing up the current home? • If you decide to move there, are you ready to give up your job, friends and home and move to a new location where your family member may be your only contact? This situation can become isolating. How will you deal with this change so you don’t become resentful? An open and honest discussion with your entire family, including the person needing care, is essential before making any decision about relocating. Take time to discuss how each person feels about the move, what their concerns are and what they imagine the outcome will be once the move has occurred. Everyone’s expectations need to be articulated. For some families, this change could work out well. For others, continuing to caregiver from a distance may be the SL best choice. Next month: Do You Know Someone who is a Family Caregiver? Also, watch for the 3rd edition of the BC Caregiving Guide.

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Money Well Spent Housing

BY JOHN THOMSON

n 2004, I checked out an assisted living residence for my 84-year-old mother. I was alarmed at the cost: $ 2,900 a month for a one-bedroom suite. Outrageous, I thought. Much more expensive than market housing. As it turned out, I elected to keep my mother at home and pay for live-in care, a decision that was motivated by factors other than cost. In retrospect, that $ 2,900 price tag was a bargain. What I didn’t realize, at the time, was that the rental fee included many services I had overlooked. I had lumped them into the cost of living without realizing they add up over time. Susan Gerard, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Amica Mature Lifestyles Inc. is well aware of this tendency to overlook everyday costs. Amica runs seven properties in BC, including the 114 unit Arbutus Manor in midtown Vancouver. Arbutus Manor offers both independent and assisted living units. “What we will do is spend as much time as necessary in the introductory meeting to explain what exactly the rent involves so there’s absolutely no misunderstanding whatsoever,” says Gerard. “We’ll sit down with a comparison list and ask them to compare the cost of living at home with daily maintenance and then compare that to the actual cost of rent because our rents are totally inclusive other than the cost of the telephone.” Gerard employs a technique many other residences follow. She asks potential residents to fill out a worksheet. What does it cost to maintain the garden every year? What about house repairs? Is property maintenance a physical hardship as well as an expense? When you add them all up, the real cost of maintaining a house or apartment becomes apparent. In a senior residence, those costs are taken care of or done away with entirely, plus meals, housekeeping, entertainment and a slew of activities are thrown in as well. “We find once we have explained to either a prospective resident or to their families what is included, there’s very little, how should I put it, resistance. They’ve done their due diligence. It’s like paying rent in a condo,” Gerard continues. “Community living encompasses so much more than market housing,” says Denise Tidman, Executive Director of Norgarden, an independent living community and The Peninsula, an independent and assisted living residence, in Sidney. “There are many intangible things besides the nuts and bolts. It’s about an activity program; it’s about being social, maintaining health and being proactive about health.” Margo McIntosh, Marketing Manager at The Wellesley in Victoria echoes that sentiment. “What we offer is security. You don’t have to grocery shop any more. We’re making your meals, organizing your activities. Peace of mind. I usually ask people ‘What 68

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kind of activities are you doing right now?’ Maybe they used to play bridge but they can’t get out. Well, we have bridge here three times a week. We have fitness classes right here. They don’t have to leave the building at night in the winter. They can come out of their suite and they have two or three activities to choose from.” You can’t put a price on companionship, says General Manager Gord Bibby at Oak Tree Manor, an independent and assisted living residence in Nanaimo. Isolation is a major cause of seniors’ depression and living communally gets lonely people out of the house. “Sometimes the only person they might see is the person dropping off Meals on Wheels or the home support person that comes in, and that’s the only contact,” says Bibby. “They don’t get any stimulation regarding activities or social interaction with their peers and that’s one of the big advantages of cluster care like Oak Tree. I’ve seen some amazing blossoming of people. They’ve formed friendships and you can see their whole health just pick up.” Moving into a senior residence offers companionship, consolidates expenses and gives both residents and their adult children peace of mind knowing their loved ones will be taken care of. Nevertheless, moving takes some financial planning. Private residences don’t offer direct subsidies or payment plans and there are extra costs to consider. “I would say that the rent component represents about 75 per cent of total costs,” says Dave MacLean, a senior investment advisor with Hollis Wealth in Vancouver. That leaves 25 per cent in discretionary income to pay for personal effects and extra services like personal grooming, dog walking and being driven to the doctor, which are residence add-ons. Visits from third parties such as nutritionists and physiotherapists are also add-ons although residents may get a partial or even total subsidy from their regional health authority according to their need. Some assisted living residences – The Wellesley is one – have a certain number of subsidized suites mixed in with their regular ones and residents can get help with their rent after being assessed by the regional health authority to determine their eligibility. Long-term care insurance, available in various premiums and pay-outs, is another way of handling additional costs. “What I try to tell my clients,” says MacLean “is that our life expectancy is increasing and so there’s a pretty high probability that there’s going to be a need for some sort of care down the road for all of us and there are two ways we can approach that. One way is to hope we can get through that and die gracefully and the other is to take some action and put the risk on, say, an insurance company.” Author and expert Patty Randall considers long-term care in-

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surance a no-brainer for anyone preparing for aging-in-place either at home or in a residence. “If you think of your financial plan in terms of a jigsaw; I’ve got my pensions, I’ve got my savings, I’ve got my special income – perhaps I’ve got a rental unit – then long-term care insurance becomes a very critical piece of the puzzle. You can use it for care at any age,” she adds, even before retirement. Independent living rents hover around $3,500/month for a one-bedroom and $4,000/month for a two-bedroom suite on the Island. Assisted living suites can be more if medical professionals are on staff or on call. Prices are higher in Vancouver. In addition to price, operators use other means to gain a competitive advantage such as location, decor, range of activities and the size of the suite. There are resiSL dences to fit every budget. Check out Senior Living’s Housing Directory online for more information and resources on what to look for and how to evaluate properties. www.seniorlivingmag.com/housingdirectory

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Housing

The Emotional Process of Moving BY VERNICE SHOSTAL

nything worth doing will have some form of anxiety attached to it. Life changes like getting married, having children, switching jobs or moving residences brings up a question of the unknown. What will the future be like? For seniors, moving into a retirement residence can be an intimidating life change. The upside is that most retirement communities recognize this apprehension and do their best to lessen the emotional stress that comes with a move. “We address those stressors (giving up a residence that a senior is accustomed to and moving into a retirement home) by letting them know that there are others that may have or are having those same issues,” says Denise Tidman, Executive Director, of the Norgarden in Sidney. “It may be the recent loss of a spouse or moving from the ‘family’ home after many years, or being overwhelmed with the amount of ‘stuff’ that needs to be disbursed or dealt with.” At the Norgarden, a counsellor/ chaplin works one-on-one, counselling residents and/or family to help the newcomer navigate through these later-inlife changes. “We try to match up new residents with others in the building that may have had similar experiences or

concerns,” says Denise. Gord Bibby, General Manager of Oak Tree Manor in Nanaimo, says, “The very fact that residents are enveloped in a warm and welcoming environment lessens the anxiety of relocating. For many, separation from one’s lifelong home is a loss and should be treated as such. Turning to friends and family in a time of grief is common when one experiences a loss, so imparting a sense of family among residents and staff has proven quite comforting for those suffering the distress of moving.” Oak Tree Manor, a smaller facility with patient, compassionate staff, helps a new resident to integrate into the “family.” New residents receive a welcoming gift basket and staff members spend time orienting them to the building and surrounding neighbourhood. Changes should be treated as significant and approached with the proper reverence. Victoria’s Minton House is a condominium complex that strives to maintain a supported independent living environment for seniors. General Manager Andrew Buhr says the atmosphere is one of “relaxation and comfort.” Minton House hosts weekly activities to help integrate residents into the community, offering a movie night, games, “happy hour” and will soon offer chair

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yoga sessions. Although rentals are available, new residents have the option to purchase their unit, giving them a sense of control over their circumstances. Minton House fosters a sense of community amongst residents while providing light weekly housekeeping, a daily dinner and emergency response services. Margo McIntosh, Marketing and Community Relations Consultant at the Wellesley (Retirement Concepts), also in Victoria, says, “For some people, it is a long journey from initial contact to move in.” After a tour of the Wellesley, a prospective resident is given the option of attending marketing events and/or receiving a monthly calendar of activities. The Wellesley offers a variety of presentations, workshops and seminars that a potential resident can attend to become educated about how best to face the move. They also offer a three-day free trial stay where a potential client can sample the food, interact with other residents and staff and try activities. “Allowing people to come into our community for functions, activities and entertainment makes them feel at home and comfortable. Very often they have made friends before they move in,” says Margo. To make the transition less impactful, Parkwood Place and The Kensington by Revera, both in Victoria, have gone a step further with the help of their experts, “our residents,” says Executive Director, Amber Reis. “Our resident ambassadors are an enthusiastic group of residents who are dedicated to making the first three weeks of a “move in” a smooth transition, whether it’s introducing a new resident to their neighbours, hosting a welcome wine and cheese, or showing new residents where to find and how to

use services and amenities in our community.” The ambassadors meet monthly to share experiences, develop training tools and expand the program further. “Our residents comment on how helpful it is to speak with people in their own age group who have made a similar transition,” says Amber. Moving into a retirement residence gives one a whole new family and people all around. Mickey Fleming, CEO at Alexander Mackie in Langford notes that things have changed in the last 60 years and are not what they used to be when the seniors were young. When seniors see the change after they move into a residence (busy with their peers and entertained year round), they find they are much happier than they expected to be. Alexander Mackie encourages family to help with the transition, to be there for the new resident and help him/her to get settled “because family is familiar. Family is welcome any time, and, in fact, encouraged to visit the residence,” says Mickey. “Once the new resident meets new people and becomes acquainted with them, their new friends become the familiar aspect.” Susan Gerard, Vice President of Marketing and Communications of Amica at Arbutus Manor in Vancouver suggests that the stress of moving is lessened if seniors move while

they are still independent. “Ask any of our residents and they will likely tell you ‘Make the decision to move when you are still capable of doing everything for yourself.’ Move while it’s a want, not a need. That way, you retain your independence and don’t feel you have given anything up and you are ready to enjoy a whole new lease on life.” To help with the transition, Amica encourages seniors contemplating a move to come for a trial stay in their private guest suites. Prospective residents can stay as long as they wish “to actually live the experience.” It is human nature to resist accepting the fact that as we age, we become less physically capable of taking care of some of the everyday tasks that used to be so easy to do. Having to accept a lifestyle change to accommodate this can be emotionally difficult and depressing because it is seen as a loss of independence. Unfortunately, those seniors who delay changing their lifestyle to accommodate their needs end up becoming even less independent, relying on family and friends to do what they are no longer able to do. Living in a retirement community can help alleviate boredom, loneliness and time to worry. A happier life is a healthier life. A good retirement community will assist in easing a seemingly stressful lifestyle change to make a smooth and SL stress-free transition for many years of good living.

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Designing Your New (Smaller) Space

There’s an Amica that’s Just Right for You! If you are a fully independent and active senior or one who requires a little assistance each day, it is good to know that our retirement communities offer choices that will suit your needs and lifestyle. Our trademarked principles of Wellness & Vitality™ encompass a philosophy that helps ensure that our services, activity programs and qualified on-site staff will enhance your enjoyment of life. Why not visit today and discover the Amica that is just right for you! Four locations on the Mainland and three on Vancouver Island. Ask about our Vacation stays! Amica at Rideau Manor 1850 Rosser Avenue Burnaby, BC 604.291.1792

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ick and Amber took great joy in raising their children. Yet with the three of them grown up and out of the house, the baby boomer couple were considering their next step. Many of their friends were selling their homes and moving into retirement communities, while others were opting to live independently in newly purchased condos. More and more, this generation is downsizing from their family homes to smaller spaces, and rightfully so. Who needs to clean four bathrooms and dust six extra rooms that sit empty? Who needs sofas in the den and the living room, when the latter can pass for a museum and hasn’t been used in years? A transition from a home that one has lived in for many years to a condo/smaller space marks a different stage of life, as well as a need to prioritize style and safety. The reality of moving on in years may render a person less mobile. This calls for taking extra safety measures while designing a new home. Awareness such as height and placement of furniture, width of doorways to accommodate possible wheelchairs or walkers and allocating places for specific items are all important considerations to make when designing a new space. So, where to start? Essentials are at the top of the list. We all need furniture, beds, linens and appliances, to list a few. Of these, evaluate whether the items you currently own are worth moving or need replacing, due to size and condition. A home should tell a story. Whether it’s a painting, photos or an antique rug that was purchased in East Africa, sentimental items play a huge role in the final outcome. So, choose what’s most important for you to have around and make sure to incorporate it into your new home. Finally, ergonomics takes a special place in design. The central theme of the design should be based around the person who will be utilising the space. Here are some examples on a tour of your kitchen, bedroom and bathroom: It’s imperative to keep the next 10-plus years in mind, so the current design will be timeless and there won’t be a need to renovate when certain spaces or items become obstacles. As the heart of any home, kitchens are usually viewed as multi– purpose rooms. While the primary use is for cooking, at other times, it is for socializing, partying, watching TV and so on. This is a room to hang out in, relax and have fun. One basic requirement of the kitchen is the closet space and how it suits the homeowner. When considering the height of the cabinets in the kitchen, bear in mind that it won’t always be so easy to climb up to the top shelf to reach a pitcher or the used–once–a–month food processor. When installing new upper wall cabinets, they can be modified according to height. Otherwise, plan placement carefully by storing more fre-

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quently used items on a lower shelf for easier reach. When it comes to flooring, consider durability, finish and ease of maintenance. Eliminate any option of flooring that is shiny and smooth, for fear of slipping. Along the same lines, remember, rugs are one of the primary causes for seniors falling in their homes. Removing rugs or tucking them under other furniture so the edges are not exposed could help ease potential risks. Many people, not only seniors, forget where they placed personal items. Therefore, while setting up a condo, creating specific places for specific items (with labels if needed) makes the task of finding these items a no brainer. The bedroom should be a place of relaxation and peace where you wind down, get a restful night’s sleep or take a nap. Telephones in the bedroom should have an easily fingered “mute” button (to avoid being startled during a nap). Night lamps should come with easy switches, especially for the middle of the night. Bathroom safety is probably the most crucial since splashed water or condensation can make floors and walls slippery. As we age, bathroom bars become an easy and helpful addition. Finally, consider the ergonomics of your sofa. Cushiony plush sofas are comfortable to sit down in, but they require extra strength to get up from. Therefore, a more optimal choice of a sofa would be a higher seat with a firmer cushion to top it off. The list of possibilities to consider when downsizing to a condo are countless, yet one golden rule remains: good design is SL where beauty meets function.

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Living Among Friends Housing

BY JUDEE FONG

riginating in Denmark, the concept of cohousing is no longer unique on the Canadian housing scene. The appeal of strata-titled, self-contained units, set in a supportive self-made community is catching the attention of families that want their children to grow up in a friendly and safe neighbourhood, plus active seniors who like the idea of “aging-in-place” among friends. In British Columbia, several successful cohousing developments have already been established such as Langley’s Windsong, the first and oldest built in 1996; Cranberry Commons in Burnaby; Yarrow Ecovillage near Chilliwack; Creekside Commons in Courtenay; and Pacific Gardens in Nanaimo. Since proposals for Victoria’s Fernwood Urban Village and Sooke Harbourside Senior Village were reported in Senior Living (February 2013), several more sites have been planned for Fort Langley, Parksville, Mill Bay, Qualicum and Invermere, and a new addition to Yarrow Ecovillage, called Elderberry Commons, is already under construction. Cohousing requires a group of like-minded and determined people who share a vision and have similar interests. Do they want an urban setting that encourages walking or biking to shops, medical services, library, restaurants and activity centres? Do they prefer a rural setting, giving them space to grow a portion or all of their food? Do they want active seniors only or do they want to be multigenerational? Getting a cohousing project to the ground-breaking ceremony is not a quick process. There are numerous decisions to be made before the shovel meets dirt. Gary Morrison, an experienced cohousing consultant and CEO of LiveWell Cohousing Development, says, “It’s not only lengthy, but sometimes painful and difficult for the people involved. Statistics in the United States have come up with 80 per cent of project failure at this stage because people can’t get over the site selection hurdle and this is the whole premise of cohousing.” A good example is Smithers. “There is lots of interest in cohousing [in Smithers], particular among seniors, but locating a suitable site has proved to be trickier than expected,” says Gary. “We are still looking for a site within easy walking distance to the centre of town.” In many of the current British Columbia cohousing proposals, the feasibility studies, information meetings, workshops, administrative paperwork and bureaucratic red tape can be facilitated by experienced cohousing consultants, like Gary or Ronaye Matthew of Cohousing Development Consulting (CDC). They can streamline and reduce the development process time by half. Owners can also do it on their own by hiring a project manager or advisor when needed, but the process may take longer as it 14 12

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would be a “learn-as-you-go” process for many. Some bureaucrats think cohousing smacks of the ’60s commune, but the concept appeals to many boomers and seniors. An affordable, sustainable and socially supportive community suits them. Participants decide if this is the lifestyle they want by attending a series of information meetings and workshops. A core of serious owners would begin joining together – socially meeting for updates, potlucks, barbecues or coffee. Retired professional gardener Peter Malach took part in an “Aging in Place” workshop with several other seniors. He liked the idea of cohousing and found the right fit at Yarrow Ecovillage. Currently renting there while waiting for his unit to be completed at the new seniors cohousing project, Elderberry Commons, Peter says, “I enjoy the community living. The 20 acres of organic farmland really attracted me. I have leased half an acre and have planted 800 blueberry plants. When I was a teenager, I liked working on Ontario farms in the summers. This feels like going back to my roots. Not bad for a 66 year old!” There is another side to cohousing. Being their own developer and under construction is not always easy for people planning to live at Yarrow Ecovillage’s newest addition, Elderberry Commons. Numerous decisions must be made and decided on by consensus. “The saying that cohousing is not for sissies is very true,” adds Peter. Nonetheless, the prospect of living in a farming community far outweighs any difficulties encountered in the construction process. Mel Coulson, spokeperson for the Bulkley Valley Senior Cohousing project, says their group had been working to secure a landsite in Smithers. Part of their group is now looking at Telkwa Village, a few miles away. With Smithers’ lack of affordable housing, the timing for senior cohousing is perfect. “How much better for seniors to take control of their own lives, come together in community, design and build their own place and live in retirement on their own terms rather than on the terms of others,” says Mel. The increased interest in cohousing remains active. In Fort Langley, boomers and seniors who want to downsize, yet stay in the same community, are excited about the project. The Town Planning Department in Qualicum Beach is supportive of the concept of cohousing. There is already an enthusiastic group wanting to build an eco-cohousing community adjacent to the Agricultural Land Reserve. Salt Spring Island and Invermere are eagerly considering cohousing while another Lower Mainland group, Veganville, want to build a community around their vegan lifestyle and diet. Margaret Critchlow reports on the progress of Sooke Har-

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bourside: “We have decided on Campbell Construction as our contractor. If all continues on schedule, we’ll begin construction in summer 2014 and move in a year later.” Bill McKechnie of Victoria’s Fernwood Urban Village says, “We are waiting for approval of our detailed building plans and the issuance of our building permit. We are looking forward to a ground-breaking ceremony this summer.” Cohousing is not for everyone. However, those who enjoy living in a community of similar philosophies; believe in sustainable living; like knowing that neighbours care about them and vice-versa; where housing is affordable; community expenses and chores are shared and matters relating to the common areas are decided by consensus, then cohousing is an ideal lifestyle. Cohousers still own their own home and enjoy the privacy of their own space. As an extension of their home, they have access to a separate common area for entertaining, group activities, meetings and community meals. “I think it’s time to rewrite the book on retirement,” says Gary Morrison. “The next generations don’t want to do what their parents did. I’ve been involved in a lot of building and I see the next stage is cohousing.” SL

Make Your Home Safe for Independent Living Are you a low-income senior or a person with a disability who wants to live safely and independently in the comfort of your home? Do you have difficulty performing day-to-day activities? Does your home need to be adapted to meet your changing needs? If so, you may be eligible for financial assistance under the Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program. Find out today if you are eligible and if you meet all of the requirements as a low-income homeowner or as a landlord applying on behalf of an eligible tenant.

To apply or learn more, visit www.bchousing.org/HAFI You can also contact BC Housing: Phone: 604-646-7055 Toll-free: 1-800-407-7757 (ext. 7055)

To Learn more, contact a cohousing development near you Yarrow’s Elderberry Cohousing: www.elderberrycohousing.ca Yarrow Ecovillage: www.yarrowecovillage.ca Telkwa Cohousing: contact Mel Coulson: melandevi@bulkley. net LiveWell Cohousing Development: contact: Gary Morrison: gary.morrison@live wellcohousing.ca Sooke Harbourside Senior Cohousing: www.harbourside.ca Fernwood Urban Village: contact Bill McKechnie: bmckechnie@shaw.ca Fort Langley: www.langleycohousing.com Parksville: parksville@livewellcohousing. ca Qualicum: qualicum@livewellcohousing.ca Smithers: smithers@livewellcohousing.ca

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ur goal in designing this guide is to develop an easy-to-read resource that helps 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 directory is arranged into regions, with residences listed alphabetically within each region. We use three housing categories to deﬁne the residences – Independent/Supportive, Assisted Living and Licensed Care.

Independent/Supportive Living

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Independent/Supportive Living includes a combination of housing and hospitality services for retired adults who are capable of directing their own care. Housing units typically provide a private living space with a lockable door, monitoring and emergency support, optional meal services, housekeeping, laundry, social and recreational opportunities. Housing units may be rented, owned or life-leased, depending on the structure of the residence. The Independent/Supportive Living category includes privately owned, non-proﬁt and subsidized housing.

Assisted Living  (A) 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. Accommodation can range from private rooms with lockable doors in a home, to an apartment-style building with private self-contained suites, usually their own bathrooms and cooking facilities. The residence provides a place where people can eat together and socialize. Assisted Living operators provide ﬁve hospitality services: meals, housekeeping, laundry, social and recreational opportunities and a 24-hour emergency response system. Residents also receive personal assistance with activities of daily living, such as eating, dressing, bathing, grooming, mobility and reminders or assistance with medications. Assisted Living is intended for people who are able to choose and direct their own care. Assisted Living services are delivered in both publicly funded residences (subsidized by VIHA and BC Housing) and in non-publicly funded (private pay) residences, in which residents are responsible for all costs. Some residences have both publicly funded and non-publicly funded units.

Licensed Care  (C) 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. These settings include intermediate care facilities, multilevel care facilities, extended care hospitals and private hospitals. Services may be delivered by private or non-profit organizations. Some units offer government subsidized care options. Care levels are determined by the health care requirements of the individual and could include: Complex Care; Intermediate Care Levels I, II, III; Multi-level Care; Extended Care; Special Care; Palliative Care or Respite Care. Great effort is made to be as accurate as possible, however, mistakes can occur and we apologize for any errors or oversights. This information should be used as a guide and reference only. We have provided contact names and phone numbers so you can verify that the information is correct and current. 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

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Alphabetical Listing of Senior’s Housing Accommodations on Vancouver Island BRENTWOOD BAY

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Brentwood House

Dovehill House 

250-652-0635; 1167 Stelly’s X Road; www.beaconcs.ca Capacity: 2 private suites; 15 subsidized suites Starting Price: $5900/month for private suite Amenities/Services: secure/safe environment; personalized care; social model of care; 24/7 LPN coverage; personal care; recreation programs; housekeeping; meals; laundry; no pets allowed

CAMPBELL RIVER Berwick by the Sea - Opens September 2014  

1-866-625-1690; 1563 16th Avenue; www.berwickrc.com Capacity: 135 suites - studio, 1&2 bdrm available Starting Price: Call for further pricing information Amenities/Services: amazing ocean views; 2 meals/day; weekly housekeeping; 24hr emergency response; social & recereational activities/events; interior courtyard; theatre; rooftop garden; lawn bowling.

Evergreen Seniors Home 

250-286-7274; 635A Evergreen Road; www.evergreenseniors.com Capacity: 14 subsidized, 21 (1 double room) private Starting Price: Private rate $160-$200/day dependent on care level; all meals/snacks included Amenities/Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; hairdresser; dietician; on-site podiatry; 24hr emergency call system; linens; towels & duvets; furniture; cable; computer station; outdoor gardens; visiting pets only (with prior approval)

Golden Grove Care Facility 

250-923-7049; 130 Strathcona Drive Capacity: 6 private rooms w/ half bath. Couples accepted Starting Price: Dependent on care needs Amenities/Services: all meals included; laundry; activities; escort to appointments; tv with cable; telephone in rooms; 24hr call system; personal call buttons; weekly activities; snacks; visiting pets only

Willow Point Supportive Living Society 

250-923-4824; 100 142 Larwood Road; www.wpsls.com Capacity: 30 1 bdrm; 10 2 bdrm suites, 7 patio homes. Some wheelchair accessible Starting Price: $600 Amenities/Services: Heat & hot water included; noon meals available; scheduled handi-dart; on transit route; close to amenities groceries, doctor, pharmacy, etc; ½ block from sea-walk; smoke & scent-free; environmentally friendly; small cats/dogs on approval

250-416-0332; 3326 Creegan Drive; www.dovehillhouse.com Capacity: 19 spaces; private Starting Price: $3000 (single); $4500 (double) Amenities/Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; exercise program; television lounge; dining room; access to communal kitchen; daily coffee/tea & snacks; private bathrooms; monthly church service; bingo; music; esthetician; horticultural club; art club; hairdresser; yoga; pets upon consideration

COBBLE HILL Gate House Adult Care

250-743-4913; 3380 Cobble Hill Rd; www.goshelford.com/gatehouse/ Capacity: 5 spaces; private Starting Price: $3350 Amenities/Services: on a hobby farm; all nursing care provided by on-site staff; medication administration; home cooked meals; housekeeping, hairdresser, certiﬁed RN for nail care; no meal charge for family visitors; transportation to appointments; no pets

COMOX Berwick Comox Valley  

250-339-1690; 1-866-625-1690; 1700 Comox Ave; www.berwickrc.com Capacity: 134 suites Starting Price: $2500 - call for more details Amenities/Services: Chef prepared meals/snacks; weekly housekeeping w/ linen laundry service; social & recreation programs for body, mind & spirit; on-site emergency response 24/7 on-site parking; guest suites; roof top garden & lounge; library; hair salon; ideally located in the heart of Comox, walking distance to mall, library, seniors centre, post ofﬁce, golf course & waterfront

Stevenson Place 

250-339-7012; 1683 Balmoral Avenue; www.novapaciﬁc.ca Capacity: 32 spaces; private Starting Price: from $2700 Amenities/Services: Chef prepared dinner; laundry facilities; housekeeping; emergency call system; resident driven activity program; full kitchen in units; near bus & shops; linens & towels; hair salon; parking; guest suite; small pets allowed; coffee/tea service; hair salon; library; lounge; craft room

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Abbeyﬁeld House Comox Valley 

Sunshine Manor 

Casa Loma Seniors Village  

250-287-7166; 850 - 14th Avenue; www.newhorizonscare.com Capacity: 86 VIHA Subsidized (4 couple rooms); 8 private pay Starting Price: Funded beds rate set by health authority (80% taxable income). Private rate $160-$200/day dependent on care level Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing care & supervision; spiritual programs & pastoral care; holiday celebrations; foot care; hairdressing/barber services; music therapy; horticultural activities 250-204-6033; 70 Jones Road; www.sunshineseniorscare.ca Capacity: 6 spaces; private Starting Price: up to $5000 depending on care level Amenities/Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; outings; foot care; emergency call system; transportation; linens; exercise program; hairdressing; in room telephone & cablevision jacks; wireless internet; raised garden beds; no pets

250-338-6311; 994 8th Street; www.abbeyfieldcomoxvalley.ca Capacity: 10 spaces; non-profit Starting Price: $1650 Amenities/Services: Close to downtown; close to bus; served by Handidart; all residents have own bathroom and a private patio; free laundry facilities; all meals; utilities; full cable; emergency call system; beautifully landscaped grounds with a paved walking area around the building; crafts; bingo; weekly movies; outings 250-331-4365; 4646 Headquarters Road www.comoxvalleyseniorsvillage.com Capacity: 126 spaces Starting Price: $2350 - $2775 private pay (VIHA Subsidized suites available) Amenities/Services: Shopping shuttle; housekeeping; bistro breakfast; lunch & dinner; recreation; entertainment; fitness classes; movie theatre; library; hair salon; tuck shop; pets in designated suites

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Comox Valley Seniors Village   

250-331-1183; 4640 Headquarters Road, V9N 7J3 www.comoxvalleyseniorsvillage.com Capacity: (AL/IL) 97; (LC) 136 Starting Price: $2750 - $3275 private pay (VIHA Subsidized suites available) Amenities/Services: Shopping shuttle; housekeeping; bistro breakfast, lunch & dinner; recreation & entertainment; ﬁtness classes; movie theatre; library; hair salon; tuck shop; pets in designated suites

Cummings Home 

250-897-0075; 1926 Cummings Road Capacity: 6 units, single rooms Starting Price: $3000/month Amenities/Services: Registered nurse on-site; personal and medical care provided; medications administered by staff; accompaniment to medical appointments; home cooked meals; comfortable; home setting; rural garden setting; housekeeping & laundry services; dog & cat on site; activities & outings; pets are negotiable

DUNCAN Abbeyﬁeld Duncan 

250-748-1352; 5905 Indian Road; www.abbeyﬁeld.ca Capacity: 9 spaces Starting Price: $1354 Amenities/Services: Beautiful character home on a 1 acre garden setting; quiet and rural; Quamichan Lake nearby; bedsitting rooms; all meals; companionship; cable; security; pets upon approval

Biscay Manor 

250-746-4173; 3034 Biscay Road; www.biscaymanor.ca Capacity: call for info; private rooms Starting Price: $2000 Amenities/Services: housekeeping; private laundry; bed linens; duvets and quilts; lifeline connection; outing vehicle for town trips; close to all amenities

Cerwydden Care Facility 

250-746-4432; 3243 Cowichan Lake Road; www.parkplaceseniorsliving.com Capacity: 4 private; 52 funded through VIHA Starting Price: $185/day for private pay Amenities/Services: housekeeping & ﬂat linen service; laundry; full service meals/snacks; on-site staff 24hrs/day; spa baths; secured facility; recreation programs; crafts & exercising; no pets

Deertrail Cottage Inc 

250-746-9641; 1711 Escarpment Way Capacity: 9 spaces; private Starting Price: $4300 Amenities/Services: Bathing; dressing; feeding; transferring; medicine dispensing; activities; home-made meals/snacks; laundry; housekeeping; no pets allowed

Sherwood House 

250-715-0116; 280 Government Street; www.sherwood-house.com Starting Price: $2775 all inclusive except telephone & cable Capacity: 62 spaces Amenities/Services: 3 chef prepared meals; 2 snacks; weekly housekeeping & linen service; 24hr emergency response pendant; heat; hydro; all activities and entertainment; cluster care; pets allowed

Wedgewood House 

250-746-9808; 256 Government Street; www.novapaciﬁc.ca Capacity: 40 spaces; private Starting Price: From $2700 (double occupancy); 1 meal included Amenities/Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; linens & towels; activity program; parking; emergency call system; lounge; dining room; full kitchen in units; garden, pet restrictions apply

LADYSMITH La Rosa Gardens  

250-245-1016; 1211 Cloke Road Capacity: (I) 39; (A) 21 spaces; private / subsidized Starting Price: Call for information Amenities/Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; activity program; outing bus; emergency call system; hairdressing; cable

Harbour View Manor 

250-245-2900; 468 Battie Drive; www.harbourviewmanor.ca Capacity: 7 rooms & 1 couple Starting Price: $4000 Amenities/Services: incl in rent: heat, power, TV; 3 meals a day; snacks; laundry; outings; assistance with daily living; 24hr monitoring; 24hr security; alarm or call bells in each room; 2 piece ensuite in room. Not included: pedicures; foot massages; hair cuts; phones are private lines. Pets upon approval, visitation under surveillance

Seaside Lodge 

250-245-4151; 3740 Shell Beach Road Capacity: 5 spaces; private Starting Price: from $2900; all meals included Amenities/Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; emergency call system; transportation & companion; regular entertainment; nutritious home cooked meals; hairdressing & pedicures available; personal assistance; all staff CPR & Foodsafe certiﬁed; small pets considered

LAKE COWICHAN Evergreen Place 

250-749-0190; 20 South Shore Road Capacity: 31 spaces; non-proﬁt/subsidized Starting Price: $475 to $600; no meals included Amenities/Services: laundry facilities; full kitchen in units; public bathing facility on-site; 24hr on-site manager; ﬁsh allowed; close to amenities; social programs; parking

Duncan Manor 

250-748-0521; 280 First Street; www.duncanmanor.ca Capacity: 113 units; private Starting Price: varies with income; meal packages available Amenities/Services: dining room; laundry facilities; hairdresser/ barber shop; entertainment; musical groups; movies; card playing; close to downtown

Heritage Manor 

250-748-3488; 1051 College Street Capacity: Call for info, private rooms Starting Price: From $2600 all meals included Amenities/Services: laundry services; housekeeping/linens; hairdresser; companion & transportation to appointments; 24hr qualiﬁed care in home environment; home cooked meals; respite care

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NANAIMO Berwick On The Lake   

250-729-7995; 877-525-3111; 3201 Ross Road; www.berwickrc.com Capacity: (I) 124; (C) 36 spaces; private Starting Price: call for rates Amenities/Services: 3 meals daily (chef prepared) and snacks; laundry services; weekly housekeeping; activity programs; 24hr emergency call system; transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; guest suites; parking

Dufferin Heights 

250-755-1633; 1651 Dufferin Crescent; www.npreit.com Capacity: 63 Units Starting Price: Wait list $800 Amenities/Services: Large 1 & 2 bedroom suites w/ vaulted

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Dover House 

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250-756-4222; 6155 Hammond Bay Road Capacity: 24 private rooms Starting Price: Varies with level of care. Includes home cooked meals and in-house baking. Amenities/Services: Personal and ﬂat laundry services; housekeeping; emergency call system; activity program; hairdresser; esthetician; guest suite with internet access

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Dwelling Place 

250-756-3008; 2630 Labieux Road; www.dwellingplace.ca Capacity: 16 spaces; private Starting Price: varies with level of care; all meals included Amenities/Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; cable; guest suite; transportation; music therapy; near shops; 24hr care; outing bus; courtyard garden

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General George R Pearkes Senior Citizens Housing  250-753-5031; 10 Buttertubs Drive Capacity: 82 Units Starting Price: $500 - single plus % of income Amenities/Services: Dinner meal; Lifeline; laundry rooms; cable; parking; level entry; daily activities; one pet allowed (small dog or indoor cat)

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Good Samaritan Wexford Creek   

250-753-4044; 80 10 Street; www.gss.org Capacity: (IL/AL) 40 suites, (LC) 110 - Funded Starting Price: (IL) $2075; call for info on funded rates Amenities/Services: Close to all amenities; chapel; private dining; salon on-site; walking paths; friendly & caring staff; recreation & exercise programs; spacious suites; safe & secure environment; ﬂexible monthly accommodation packages; small pets allowed

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Harmony House 

250-753-2316; 2316 Arbot Road Capacity: 6 spaces; private Starting Price: varies with level of care; all meals included Amenities/Services: private home setting; laundry services; housekeeping; personalized activity program; full spectrum nursing care

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Kiwanis Village

Campus of Care with the following Housing/Care Options: www.kiwanisvillage.ca Kiwanis Manor - (BC Housing Afﬁliate)  Capacity: 30 one-bedroom apartments Starting Price: Contact BC Housing at 1-800-257-7756 to qualify and apply; 1201 Kiwanis Crescent Kiwanis Villa / Kiwanis Soroptimist Suites  Capacity – 39 Supportive Living suites Starting Price: From $1400/month, call 250-740-2815 for more information and to apply Amenities/Services – dinner, housekeeping & linen service, activities and emergency response system; 1237 Kiwanis Crescent, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5Y1 Kiwanis Soroptimist Suites/Kiwanis House  1233 & 1234 Kiwanis Crescent Capacity: 82 studio and one-bedroom units Kiwanis Village Lodge 1223 Kiwanis Crescent Capacity: 75 units Contact VIHA Home & Community Care at 250-739-5749 Other Comments: on-site restaurant, hairdresser, general store, computer stations and guest rooms

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Keeping House 

250-716-1920; 2263 Jingle Pot Road www.keepinghouseseniorshome.com Capacity: 8 long term, 1 respite; private

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Starting Price: Varies with level of care and assessment Amenities/Services: Personal care; housekeeping; medication; monitoring; call bells; 3 meals plus snacks; laundry; transportation; activities/recreation; no pets allowed

Lakeside Gardens Retirement Community  

250-756-0799; 4088 Wellesley Avenue www.lakeside-gardens.com Capacity: 123 spaces; private Starting Price: call for information; all meals included Amenities/Services: Assisted services available; linens & towel cleaning; housekeeping; full activities program; bus outings; emergency call system; dining room; library; guest suite; ﬁtness equipment; small pets welcome

Longlake Chateau 

(800) 786-5991; 3035 Ross Road; www.holidaytouch.com Capacity: 110 spaces; private Starting Price: contact community for info; all inclusive Amenities/Services: 3 meals; laundry facilities; housekeeping; activity program; shuttle bus; hairdresser; emergency call system; cable included; near amenities; full or part kitchen insuite; small pet welcome

Mount Benson Arms 

250-755-1633; 350 Terminal Ave; www.npreit.com Capacity: 52 Units Starting Price: $650 Amenities/Services: wheelchair accessible; elevator; close to shopping; laundry; huge fully renovated suites & hallways; adult oriented; harbour views; storage facilities on-site; small pets welcome

Nanaimo Seniors Village & Highgate    250-760-2325; 6085 Uplands Drive www.nanaimoseniorsvillage.com Capacity: (IL) 56; (AL) 152; (LC) 150

Starting Price: (AL) $2155; (IL) $2600; (LC) $195/day Amenities/Services: (AL) two meals per day; (IL) one meal per day; (LC) three meals plus snacks per day; (AL) home support available; (AL), (IL), (LC): 24hr emergency response; recreation; amenities include: hairdresser, (AL) & (IL): library, craft house, ﬁtness room, corner store, bus trips to/from doctor’s appointments, weekly housekeeping; small pets allowed in (AL) & (IL)

Nanaimo Serenity Lodge 

250-753-0387; 940 Hecate Street www.nanaimoserenitylodge.com Starting Price: call residence for rates; all meals included Amenities/Services: free doctor appointment shuttle; games room; billiards; shufﬂeboard; tv; movie nights; bingo nights; all suites equipped with Lifeline; weekly housekeeping; red seal chefs

Prideaux Manor 

250-755-1633; 21 Prideaux Street www.npreit.com Capacity: 52 Units Starting Price: Wait List $725 Amenities/Services: Large 1 & 2 bedroom suites; storage lockers; laundry rooms; parking & 24hr emergency; maintenance on call; close to many amenities; wheelchair accessible; Handydart pickup available; small pets welcome

Oak Tree Manor  

250-716-1799; 325 Hecate Street; www.oaktreemanor.ca Capacity: 61 units Starting Price: $1250 Amenities/Services: Reasonable rates; central downtown location; superb waterfront views; continental breakfast & 2 home cooked meals daily; weekly housekeeping & linen service; individual 24hr medical alert button; activities program; secure underground parking; pets allowed on ﬁrst ﬂoor only

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250-751-7755; 6205 Oliver Road; www.originlongwood.ca Capacity: (IL) 110; (AL) 36; (LC) 30 Starting Price: from $2400; continental breakfast, gourmet lunch and dinner included Amenities/Services: Flat laundry service; housekeeping; outing bus; emergency call system; spa/salon; pool; library; billiards; computer stations; greenhouse gardening program; private dining; pub; theatre; exercise room; general store; ﬂexible meal options; craft kitchen; small pets allowed

Woodgrove Manor 

250-390-1036; 6304 Metral Drive; www.woodgrovemanor.ca Capacity: 41 spaces Starting Price: varies with care; all meals included Amenities/Services: housekeeping; laundry services; activity program; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; home cooked meals; spa room; sun room; towels; linens; pets allowed

PARKSVILLE Emerald Estates VIS2645 (Rental)

250-240-4288; 264 McVickers Street, & 265 Mills Street Capacity: 48 privately owned units Starting Price: $1000 - 1bed/1bath; $1200 - 2bed/2bath Amenities/Services: weekly housekeeping; optional dining w/ a 5pm supper Mon-Fri (prepaid one month in advance); pets are considered

Halliday House 

250-248-2835; 188 McCarter Street Capacity: 22 spaces; private / subsidized Starting Price: From $140 per day; all meals included Amenities/Services: laundry services; housekeeping; ﬂexible meal schedule; activity program; emergency call system; linens & towels; hairdresser; foot care; furniture

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Free workshop led by professional move manager, Anney Ardiel of Act Together Moving Services.

MOVING MOM AND DAD WORKSHOP Saturday, February 15th, 10am - noon 2800 Blanshard St. Presentation followed by Complimentary Lunch at The Wellesley. Parking available. Space is limited for this $100 value oﬀer. Call Margo to reserve your space. 250.419.6807

Little Mountain Manor Seniors Facility 

250-248-4591: 959 Little Mountain Road www.littlemountainmanor.com Capacity: 8 Starting Price: $2500 and up (dependent on level of care) Amenities/Services: free cable; activity program; home cooked meals; beautiful ocean and mountain views

Madison Court VIS5480 (Rental)

250-240-4288; 261 Mills Street Capacity: 16 privately owned units Starting Price: $1000 - 1bed/1bath; $1200 - 2bed/2bath Amenities/Services: weekly housekeeping; optional dining w/ a 5pm supper Mon-Fri (prepaid one month in advance); pets are considered

Stanford Place 

250-951-0811: 250 Craig Street; www.stanfordplace.ca Capacity: (LC) 32 private, 160 funded; (AL) 22 private & 30 funded Starting Price: (LC) $190/day; (AL) $2100/month Amenities/Services: Hospitality services; recreational programs incl. social events; Restorative care program; 24/7 professional interdisciplinary care in LC & emergency response system in AL; hair salon; other professional services available

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PORT ALBERNI Abbeyﬁeld Port Alberni 

250-724-5054; 3839 8th Avenue; www.abbeyﬁeldportalberni.homestead.com Capacity: 21 spaces Starting Price: $1225 ﬂat rate Amenities/Services: Two meals provided daily; hairdressing; laundry facility; activity programs; social gatherings; bus outings; shopping within walking distance; housekeeping & internet available

Returning the Favour Care Home 

250-724-1520; 4517 Redford Street Capacity: 11 spaces Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: laundry facilities; emergency call system; housekeeping; activity program; transportation; personal furnishings; near bus & shops; foot care; hairdresser

QUALICUM BEACH Gardens at Qualicum Beach, The   

250-738-2253; 650 Berwick North; www.thegardensatqualicum.com Capacity: (IL) 67; (AL) 30; (LC) 85 funded, 11 private; 34 Condos Starting Price: $2445/mo; condos (rental/purchased) call for info Amenities/Services: Daily meals; housekeeping; 24hr staff onsite; activity coordinator; billiards/games room; bar; ﬁtness room and programs; activities bus; theatre room; emergency program; pets allowed with restrictions

Hawthorne Place 

250-752-4217; 750 Memorial Avenue; www.novapaciﬁc.ca Capacity: 33 spaces; private Starting Price: $2660 (1 bedroom); $2960 (2 bedroom) Amenities/Services: Hairdresser on-site; non-smoking; activities; entertainment; close to town and shopping; housekeeping provided; dinner meals provided; Lifeline buttons; parking; pets allowed

Qualicum Manor 

250-752-1262; 124 Fourth Avenue East; www.tcgcare.com Capacity: 60 units Starting Price: Dependent upon care level, contact facility for rates Amenities/Services: Nursing care; homemade meals; laundry; housekeeping; hairdressing/barber; dietitian; dental hygienist; friendly pets can visit but not reside

SALTSPRING Heritage Place for Seniors  

250-537-8340; 120 Crofton Road; www.heritageplace.info Capacity: 27 all licenced Starting Price: $2275 Amenities/Services: Rent includes: evening meal; weekly cleaning/ linen laundry; Lifeline; all utilities but phone; rich activity program. Optional care services: memory care; activities of daily life; medication management; companionship. No pet policy. 250-538-1995; 121 Atkins Road; www.meadowbrookssi.com Capacity: 37 Units Starting Price: $2170 Amenities/Services: Evening meal/morning coffee; housekeeping; linen/laundry; entertainment; group outings; exercise classes; games night; 24 hour onsite emergency response; Residents’ Council; food shopping service; pets allowed with administrators approval

250-655-3536; 10017 5th Street; standrewsabbeyﬁeld@weebly.com Capacity: 9 spaces Starting Price: Dependent on applicant’s income, ranges between SENIOR LIVING

250-655-0849; 2315 Mills Road www.amica.ca Capacity: 104 IL suites; lease Starting Price: All-inclusive; please call for pricing & availability Amenities/Services: close to ferries & airport; beautiful gardens; fountain; close to waterside parks & marinas; 24/7 concierge; fresh dining; Wellness & Vitality™; games room; gardening/greenhouse; beauty salon; library/lounge; parking

Norgarden 

250-656-8822; 2300 Henry Avenue www.norgarden.com Capacity: 42 suites Starting Price: $2500 Amenities/Services: individualized lifestyle services, underground secure parking included in rent, salon/spa, activities, bus, spacious suites, full height refrigerators, local family ownership, wonderful location close to all amenities, guest suite; pets welcome

Peninsula, The  

250-656-8827; 2290 Henry Avenue www.norgarden.com Capacity: (IL) 42; (AL) 25 Starting Price: $2800 Amenities/Services: individualized lifestyle services, underground secure parking included in rent, salon/spa, activities, bus, spacious suites, full height refrigerators, local family ownership, wonderful location close to all amenities, guest suite; pets welcome

SHOAL Centre 

250-654-0536; 130 - 10030 Resthaven; havencare@shaw.ca Capacity: 54 private units Starting Price: $1450/month Amenities/Services: Unfurnished units – 1 or 2 bedrooms; 5 appliances - fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave & stacker/washer dryers; storage lockers; reserved parking spaces; planned events/ programs; the only Seniors Centre with an on-site public activity centre and public dining room; small pets with approval

Sidney All Care Residence 

778-351-2505; 2269 Mills Road www.allcarecanada.ca Capacity: 88 Units Starting Price: Based on care needs - Call to book an appointment Amenities/Services: 24 hour nursing care, convenient to the airport, ferries and downtown Sidney; 3 meals and 2 snacks daily; housekeeping; recreation activities/outings; games room; TV lounge; guest suite; respite services; convalescent care (Adult 19+) in a fully furnished suite; secured and safe building; visiting pets allowed

Ayre Manor Lodge 

250-642-1750; 6764 Ayre Road; admin@ayremanor.ca Capacity: (AL) 25; (LC) 32 Units Starting Price: (AL) $2850/month; (LC) $200/day Amenities/Services: Housekeeping services; nutritional services; recreation services; laundry service; nursing services; emergency attendants; affordable and comfortable living; pets not allowed

Seniors in Sooke 

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Meadowbrook Seniors Residence 

Abbeyﬁeld St. Andrews 

$1200-$1400 inclusive of food, utilities Amenities/Services: Meals; single bedsitting suites with 2 piece bath; social family-like atmosphere; entertainment; independence; private & shared garden; close to town; transportation; exercise groups; TV; computer services; no pets allowed, house dog on-site

250-642-6009; 3036 Phillips Road www.seniorsinsooke.com Capacity: 2 suites Starting Price: From $2100, all meals included Amenities/Services: ﬂexible meal choices; utilities; parking

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UCLUELET Forest Glen  

250-726-2789; 1783 St. Jacques Blvd Capacity: (AL) 5; (IL) 5 units Starting Price: Based on income Amenities/Services: 10 one-bedroom suites w/ common layout; full kitchen in-suite; fridge & stove included; walkin shower; private balcony or patio; all suites are handicap & wheelchair accessible; laundry room on both ﬂoors; dinner meal provided in common dining area; library, games area & big screen TV.; elevator access; main entrance locked 24/7 w/intercom security; Lifeline security; 24 hr. onsite emergency response; one small pet with board approval only

250-383-6258; 50 Douglas Street; www.amica.ca/douglas Capacity: 101 suites incl. IL, AL & Continuum of care suites; lease Starting Price: All-inclusive; please call for pricing & availability Amenities/Services: in charming & historic neighbourhood of james bay; overlooking Beacon Hill Park; ocean views; fresh dining; Wellness & Vitality™; activities; on-site professional care; beauty salon

Amica at Somerset  

VICTORIA

250-380-9121; 540 Dallas Road; www.amica.ca/somerset Capacity: 134 IL suites; lease Starting Price: all-inclusive; please call for pricing & availability amenities/services: intimate & thoughtfully designed residence; ocean views; close to shopping, parks, and downtown; 24/7 concierge; Wellness & Vitality™; pool; lush private garden; theatre; beauty salon; chapel

Abbeyﬁeld House St. Peter’s 

Berwick House   

250-479-6140; 1133A Reynolds Road www.abbeyﬁeldstpeters.org Capacity: 12 Spaces Starting Price: $1000 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

250-721-4062; 1-866-721-4062; 4062 Shelbourne Street www.berwickrc.com Capacity: (IL) 100; (LC) 38 spaces; private Starting Price: call for info; meals and utilities included Amenities/Services: chef prepared meals and snacks; weekly housekeeping; activity programs: 24hr emergency call system; transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; guest suite; parking

Alexander Mackie 

Berwick Royal Oak   

250-478-4888; 753 Station Avenue; www.hayworth.ca/mackie Capacity: 126 suites Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: emergency call system; laundry facilities; housekeeping; leisure & activity program; outing bus; tea kitchens in all units; near bus & shops; spa room; computer stations; homemade fresh baked goods coffee/tea service twice daily; cable; elegant dining room w/ professionally prepared ‘home-made’ meals every day

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Amica at Douglas House   

250-386-4680; 1-866-721-4680; 4680 Elk Lake Drive www.berwickrc.com Capacity: (IL) 173; (AL) 30; (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

Here’s your chance to start with dessert! Join us for our Chocolate Lovers Event at Revera – Parkwood Place. Everyone loves a decadent treat now and then, so our culinary experts have created an assortment of chocolatey delights, paired with a selection of local wines at our Chocolate Lovers Event. While you indulge, learn about the background and history of chocolate from a Purdy’s Chocolates representative. Don’t even try to resist!

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Camelot 

Cherish at Central Park (Purchasable/Rental)

Carey Place (Rental)

Clover Point Care 

250-384-3336; 455 Kingston Street; www.novapaciﬁc.ca Capacity: 34 spaces; private Starting Price: from $2300; 1 meal included Amenities/Services: emergency call system; night response; laundry services; housekeeping; linens & towels 250-414-7280; 3812 Carey Road; www.baptisthousing.org Capacity: 55 1 bedroom apartments Starting Price: Subsidized/Affordable $725/month Amenities/Services: Full size appliances in kitchen; resident amenity room; underground parking; on bus route; part time chaplain; full service shopping nearby; major walking trail nearby

Carlton House of Oak Bay 

250-595-1914; 2080 Oak Bay Avenue; www.carltonhouse.ca Capacity: 87 units Starting Price: Call for rates; prices are all inclusive Amenities/Services: In the heart of Oak Bay Village; experienced chefs using local ingredients; all inclusive, including social activities; heated underground parking; complimentary taxi service to Doctor/ Dentist; 24hr staff; emergency call system; locally owned; pets welcome.

The Cedars at Dawson Heights Housing  

250-477-4850; 3710 Cedar Hill Road www.dawsonheights.ca Capacity: (AL) 10; 43 private pay Starting Price: $2200 Amenities/Services: varied recreation programs; 24hr emergency response; nature walking trail; excellent meals prepared from scratch; comfortable apartments with balconies/patios; 6.5 acres of ﬂowers; shrubs and families of deer wandering through a Garry Oak forest; visiting pets only; safe housing; nurturing community

250-478-4438; 111 - 2787 Jacklin Road; www.cherishliving.ca Starting Price: Call for information Amenities/Services: Restaurant; bistro; party room; lounges; library; crafts & workshop; outdoor gardens; luxurious suites. Cherish at Central Park will be Cherish Community Living at its best! 1-855-437-8196; 90 Linden Avenue; www.cloverpointcare.ca Capacity: 14; private Starting Price: varies with care; all meals included Amenities/Services: housekeeping; laundry services; activity program; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; home cooked meals; dietician; spa room; sun room; towels; linens; pets allowed

Craigdarroch Care Home 

250-595-3813; 1048 Craigdarroch Road www.craigdarrochcarehome.ca Capacity: 18 spaces; private Starting Price: $5500 Amenities/Services: Activity programs; hairdresser; music therapy; arts & crafts; dental hygiene; foot doctor; exercise programs; walking clubs; drives; family style ambiance; smoke free; dementia care available; no pets due to allergies

Cridge Village Seniors Centre 

250-384-8058; 1307 Hillside Avenue www.cridge.org Capacity: 76 Units - 36 private, 40 VIHA subsidized Starting Price: $2456 - private pay Amenities/Services: beautiful heritage building plus large new wing; lovely settings; walking paths; excellent food; renovated and constructed 2006; grand lounge; full & half recreation coordinators; common areas with views; no pets allowed, visitation welcome

CREATE NEW AND LASTING FRIENDSHIPS. “IF I HAD ANY IDEA HOW MUCH FUN IT WOULD BE, I WOULD HAVE MOVED IN SOONER!”

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250-383-9011; 660 - 647 Niagara Street; www.douglascare.ca Capacity: (IL) 27; (AL) 12; (LC) 27 suites Starting Price: varies with care; all meals included Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing care; housekeeping; laundry services; activity program; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; home cooked meals; spa room; towels; linens; pets allowed

Elgin Gardens 

250-592-2231; 1787 Elgin Road www.baptisthousing.org Capacity: 43 Units Starting Price: Subsidized, rent geared to income Amenities/Services: Full kitchen; lounge; access to activities; convenient location; chaplain

Esquimalt Lions Grafton Lodge  

250-384-3434; 506 Grafton Street; Greater Victoria Housing Society www.greatervichousing.org Capacity: (AL) 12; (IL) 27 Starting Price: Based on Income Amenities/Services: Activity programs; cable tv; housekeeping; laundry service; some meals provided; parking; social programs; dining room; ocean view; wheelchair access; no pets allowed

Glenwarren Lodge by Revera 

250-383-2323; 1230 Balmoral Road; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 130 spaces; private / VIHA subsidized Starting Price: varies with income; all meals included Amenities/Services: personal furnishings; laundry services; housekeeping; towels; linens; activity program; pastoral care; cable & internet connections; physiotherapy; hairdressing

Glenshiel Retirement Residence 

250-383-4164; 606 Douglas Street www.theglenshiel.bc.ca Capacity: 68 units Starting Price: $1135 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 allowed

COMMUNITY KITCHENS FOR SENIORS COMMUNITY KITCHENS FOR SENIORS Join a fun group of seniors to cook and share a �� healthy, nutritious meal. Meet new friends, �� try new recipes. $10/session ��

February Creole Cooking February 11:11: Creole Cooking

Chicken gumbo, jambalaya, braised collard �� green, bourbon bread pudding. �� Gordon Head Rec Centre: 250-475-7100 ��

February Valentine Treats February 14:14: Valentine Treats

Crab cakes, w/lemon aioli, savoury slaw, dark �� chocolate pudding. Pearkes: 250-475-5400 ��

Gorge View Society, The 

250-360-1977; 11 Chown Place; www.gorgeviewsociety.ca Capacity: 107 units Starting Price: $279 - $665 Amenities/Services: affordable housing for independent seniors 55+ in a pastoral setting; ﬁsh or birds allowed, no cats or dogs

Greater Victoria Housing Society 

250-384-3434; 1 - 772 Bay Street; www.greatervichousing.org Rental apartments for low income seniors in Victoria, Esquimalt, Saanich and Colwood.

Central Vancouver Island’s Premier Active Lifestyle Community

Hart House Seniors Residence 

1-855-437-8196; 1961 Fairﬁeld Road; www.harthousevictoria.com Capacity: 20 spaces; private Starting Price: varies with care; all meals included Amenities/Services: housekeeping; laundry services; activity program; foot care; hairdresser; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; home cooked meals; spa room; outing bus; towels; linens; pets allowed

Highgate Lodge  

250-472-0077; 1538 Cedar Hill Cross Road; www.highgatelodge.com Capacity: 54 Units Starting Price: $2000 to $3500 Amenities/Services: 3 meals a day; 24 hour stafﬁng and emergency response; weekly housekeeping; linens; transportation to dental and medical appointments; activities and outings; woodworking shop; exercise program; no pets allowed

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6205 Oliver Road, Nanaimo (At Uplands)

250-751-7755 www.originlongwood.ca

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Island View Place 

250-652-1706; 7013 East Saanich Road Capacity: 19 spaces Starting Price: $4950 Amenities/Services: Full laundry service; housekeeping; all meals included; afternoon entertainment; emergency call system in every room; 24hr care staff on-site; total personal care; small pets with approval

Legion Manor Victoria  

250-652-3261; 7601 East Saanich Rd; www.legionmanorvictoria.com Capacity: 68 Units - 25 (AL) Starting Price: $2290 singles; $2690 couple Amenities/Services: 2 meals lunch and dinner; weekly housekeeping; cable included; hydro included; medical alarm; close to shopping centre; on bus route; small pets allowed on ﬁrst ﬂoor only

Luther Court Society   

James Bay Care Centre by Revera

250-388-6457; 336 Simcoe Street; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 115 Units Starting Price: Based on income Amenities/Services: beautiful secured outside garden; resident lounge spaces on every ﬂoor; entertainment rooms; large multipurpose room; hair salon; spa rooms on each ﬂoor; lovely views of the city and ocean; close to James Bay Village Centre

250-477-7241; 1525 Cedar Hill Cross; www.luthercourt.org Capacity: (IL) 28; (AL) 30; (LC) 60; Adult Day Program 12/day Starting Price: (IL) $449 - $639; (AL) Per VIHA; Adult Day Program $50/day Amenities/Services: campus of care; weekly wellness clinic; a hair salon; laundry facilities (no charge); gardens; security; pastoral care; dietician; near public transit; near shopping; near library; visiting pets only

Joan Crescent Manor 

Marrion Village  

250-595-1315; 1045 Joan Crescent; www.joancrescentmanor.com Capacity: (LC) 15; (AL) 3 Units Starting Price: $4900 Amenities/Services: laundry services; housekeeping; linens; towels; transportation; activity program; hairdresser; foot care nurse; emergency call system; home cooked meals; no pets allowed

250-592-2231; 1968 Bee Street; www.baptisthousing.org Capacity: (IL) 121; (AL) 50 spaces Starting Price: Subsidized. Rent geared to income Amenities/Services: Full kitchen; computer access; activities program; lounge; outing bus; meals served for Assisted Living; chaplain

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Minton House (Purchasable) 

250-477-1232; 3965 Shelbourne Street; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 114 Suites Starting Price: $2311 Amenities/Services: chef prepared meals; 24hr emergency system; weekly housekeeping w/ linen & towel service; recreation program; gardens w/ walking path & community vegetable plot; library; a variety of lounges & patios; conveniently located for shopping, walking & medical services; no smoking; pets considered

250-380-4977; 1070 Southgate Street www.mintonhouse.ca Capacity: 26 suites; private Starting Price: $1350/month; condo rates vary Amenities/Services: 24hr security; 3 course dinner, weekly housekeeping; personal health monitoring; on-site ﬁrst aid responders; close to all amenities; walking distance to Beacon Hill Park; pets allowed

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250-598-1575; 3000 Shelbourne Street; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 79 Units Starting Price: $5640/month Amenities/Services: Registered staff on 24/7; private studio and one bedroom suites; therapeutic recreation and leisure programs; brain ﬁtness program; transportation for outings; housekeeping and laundry service; heat, hydro and cable included; 3 meals daily with therapeutic diets and choices provided; dietician and director of culinary services supervising meal plans; visiting pets only

Serving Langley for 40 years! ��

Parkwood Place by Revera 

250-598-1565; 3051 Shelbourne Street; www.reveraliving.com Capacity: 100 suites Starting Price: $2295 Amenities/Services: Spacious studios, 1&2 bedroom suites; chefprepared meals w/ dining options; ﬁtness equipment especially designed for seniors; inviting amenity spaces & services; 24hr service & emergency response system; Dakim; shuttle service; close to amenities & parks; pets allowed

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Renaissance, The 

250-386-1188; 1188 Esquimalt Road; www.renaissancevictoria.com Capacity: 59 suites; private Starting Price: $2275 - $3395 Amenities/Services: near shops; near bus; full kitchens; laundry facilities; activity program; common dining room; meal packages available; housekeeping; courtyard; library; billiard room; guest suite; hair salon; large deck; exquisite rose garden

Rose Bank Gardens (Purchasable) 

250-472-0677; 1485 Garnet Road Capacity: 41 suites Starting Price: condo rates vary; 1 meal included Amenities/Services: Daily dinner; weekly housekeeping; 24hr security; medical alert; activities; close to shops; medical building; lab; banking & post ofﬁce; pets under 15lbs upon approval

Rose Manor 

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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Ross Place Retirement Residence  

250-381-8666; 2638 Ross Lane; www.chartwellreit.ca Capacity: 186 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: All inclusive rentals consisting of: light housekeeping; linen service; meals; recreation activities and weekly bus outings; emergency call system; respite suites available; small pets accepted

St. Charles Manor 

250-595-4255; 1006 St. Charles Street; www.stcharlesmanor.ca Capacity: 53 spaces Starting Price: varies with care; all meals included Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing care; housekeeping/laundry services; activity program; dietician; hairdresser; physiotherapist; companion; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; home cooked meals; spa room; towels; linens; senior outing bus; entertainment every day m-f; patios; no pets

Selkirk Place 

250-940-1028; 385 Waterfront Crescent; www.selkirkplace.ca Capacity: (AL) 25 funded, 16 private; (LC) 185 funded, 32 private Starting Price: (AL) $2250/month; (LC) $195/day Amenities/Services: Hospitality services; recreational programs incl. social events; 24/7 professional interdisciplinary care LC; emergency response system AL; hair salon; other professional services availabke

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Shannon Oaks 

250-595-6257; 2000 Goldsmith Street www.baptisthousing.org Capacity: 102 suites Starting Price: $3300/month Amenities/Services: Flat linen service, bedding & towels supplied; 3 meals/day; wide range of activities; gym; a/c & heating unit in-suite; 24hr emergency response; computer & internet access; Shannon Oaks bus; chaplain; on-site hair salon; small pets allowed in suite

Saint Francis Manor By The Sea 

250-382-7999; 1128 Dallas Road; www.saintfrancismanor.com Capacity: 13 suites Starting Price: $1775 Amenities/Services: Spectacular ocean/mountain views; 24hr on-site manager; supportive care; all meals; ﬂexible meal choices; personal laundry; transportation to appointments; near Cook Street Village & Beacon Hill Park; one unit available for pets which has direct outdoor access

Sunrise of Victoria 

250-383-1366; 920 Humboldt Street; www.sunrisevictoria.com Capacity: 93 suites; private Starting Price: $5200/month Amenities/Services: Our residents have their choice of suites; three meals a day; weekly housekeeping plus daily spot cleaning; weekly laundry; daily activities; wellness visits by nurses; trained staff 24 hours a day; bistro for refreshments and snacks; hair salon; entertainment lounge with HD TV; pets allowed if resident is able to care for them independently

Victorian, The 

250-477-1912; 1773 Feltham Road; www.the-victorian.net Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 3 nutritious, chef prepared meals daily; full

calendar of activities, events & volunteer opportunities; complimentary shuttle service; exclusive travel program; weekly housekeeping & linen; free cable & utilities; free laundry facilities; ﬁtness room; billiards lounge; media room; pets warmly welcomed

Victorian at McKenzie, The 

250-381-9496; 4000 Douglas Street; www.holidaytouch.com Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 3 nutritious, chef prepared meals daily; full calendar of activities, events & volunteer opportunities; complimentary shuttle service; exclusive travel program; weekly housekeeping & linen; free cable & utilities; free laundry facilities; ﬁtness room; billiards lounge; media room; pets warmly welcomed

Wellesley, The  

250-383-9099; (IL) 2800 Blanshard St., (AL) 2811 Nanaimo St. www.wellesleyvictoria.com Capacity: (IL) 140; (AL) 64 suites Starting Price: $2320 Amenities/Services: two chef prepared meals; laundry service; housekeeping; 24hr emergency call system; activity program; bus outings; high tea 3 times/week; underground parking; general store; workshop; ﬁtness room; billiards; library; theatre; rooftop gardens; courtyard; (IL)small pets allowed; (AL)small pets w/ some restrictions

West Shore Lodge  

250-478-7527; 1828 Island Hwy (Colwood); www.westshorelodge.com Capacity: 62 Units Starting Price: $1299 Amenities/Services: three meals a day; housekeeping; activities; 24hr stafﬁng; 24hr security; 24hr emergency call system; in house beauty salon; all utilities included in monthly rate; activity room, library, lounges; underground parking for cars and scooters; small dogs and cats allowed

Alphabetical Listing of Senior’s Housing Accommodations on the Lower Mainland ABBOTSFORD / ALDERGROVE / MISSION Bevan Village 

604-850-5416; 33386 Bevan Ave., Abbotsford; www.bevanvillage.ca Capacity: (AL) 35; (LC) 115 Starting Price: Varies with care; all meals included Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing care; housekeeping; laundry services; activity program; dietician; hairdresser; foot care; emergency call system; memory care; pharmacy care; home cooked meals; spa room; towels; linens; senior outing bus

Dufferin Care Centre 

BURNABY / NEW WESTMINSTER / TRI-CITIES

604-552-1166; 1131 Dufferin St., Coquitlam www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: 153 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing coverage; recreation staff; physiotherapist; dietitian; music therapist; hairdresser; fun and ﬁtness; crafts; church services; cards and games; aromatherapy

Amica at Mayfair  

Dunwood Place 

604-552-5552 2267 Kelly Avenue, Port Coquitlam; www.amica. ca/mayfair Capacity: 84 Independent Living Suites; lease Starting Price: All-inclusive; please call for pricing and availability. Amenities/Services: Located minutes from Port Coquitlam’s town centre. Shopping, parks, transit, & recreation close at hand. Amenities incl; 24/7 concierge, Wellness & Vitality™ program, activities, theatre, beauty salon, private dining room, fresh dining, full service staff, bistro, lounge, private courtyard gardens & patio, gardening greenhouse, library, parking and more

Amica at Rideau Manor   

604-291-1792; 1850 Rosser Ave., Burnaby; www.amica.ca/rideau Capacity: 140 Independent Suites; lease Starting Price: All-inclusive; please call for pricing and availability Amenities/Services: situated in Central Burnaby; you will appreciate living in an active community close to parks; churches; malls; restaurants & transit; amenities include a Wellness & Vitality™ program;

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604-521-8636; 901 Colborne Street, New Westminster dunwoodplace@telus.net Capacity: 191 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Insuite full or part kitchen; hair salon; lounge for many activities; near public transit; wheelchair access; woodworking room; 24hr onsite manager; lockable suite doors; cafe with patio and dining club; country club atmosphere

Harmony Court Estate 

604-527-3300; 7197 Canada Way, Burnaby www.harmonycourtestate.ca Capacity: 132 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Full recreation calendar; housekeeping; ﬁtness centre w/ personal trainer; 24-hour emergency response; two courtyards; walking paths; ﬁreside lounge; garden room; billiards room; library; all utilities included; pet friendly

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604-526-2248; 7230 Acorn Avenue, Burnaby; www.themulberry.ca Starting Price: $2170 Amenities/Services: In-house chef; weekly housekeeping; heat; hydro; cable TV; 24hr video security; laundry; pets allowed; guest suite; near recreation centre; lounge; library; billiards table

Royale Astoria, The  

604-998-1616; 2245 Kelly Ave., Coquitlam; www.astorialiving.ca Capacity: 135 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 2 meals a day prepared by a Red Seal Chef; continental breakfast; open seating concept dining room; weekly housekeeping/linen service; bus trips & scheduled shuttle service; social & recreational programs; amenity & activity rooms; library; movie theatre; ﬁtness room; high speed internet; secure parking

Seton Villa  

604-291-0607; 3755 McGill Street, Burnaby; www.setonvilla.com Capacity: (SL) 189; (AL) 28 Starting Price: see website for current rates Amenities/Services: All suites with balconies & spectacular views; 3 full homemade meals daily; weekly housekeeping & laundry; 24 hr emergency response (our own staff on duty); hair salon, pool, gift shop; recreation program, exercise equipment, bus; parking. Unable to accommodate wheelchairs or scooters.

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CHILLIWACK / PITT MEADOWS / MAPLE RIDGE Auburn Residences 

604-798-1594; 8531 Young Rd., Chilliwack www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: 67 Units Starting Price: $1950 Amenities/Services: Suites are 1 bed/den or 2 bed; 3 meals/daily, weekly light housekeeping; emergency call pendant; each suite has fully equipped kitchen, stacked washer/dryer, balcony & A/C; secured parking; guest suite; recreation program; small pet allowed

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Columbus Manor (Rental)

604-970-8444; 8980 Edward St., Chillwack; www.colchar.org Capacity: 53 Units Starting Price: $450 Amenities/Services: Close to Catholic church; close to bus stop, downtown shopping and Chilliwack General Hospital; free laundry facilities and free parking; no pets allowed

Maple Ridge Seniors Village   

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.

604-466-3053; 22141 - 119 Ave, Maple Ridge www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: (AL & IL) 81; (LC) 108 Starting Price: $2225 Amenities/Services: 24hr staff; beautifully appointed studio 1 & 2 bedroom suites; utilities included; lunch and dinner included; home cooked meals; weekly housekeeping & ﬂat linen service; recreation activities; exercise classes; bistro; general store; barber/salon; small pets allowed

3 meals and 3 tea times Weekly laundry & housekeeping Activies & much more Suites Available Now Call today for a viewing appointment (250) 383–0414

Waverly Seniors Village   

604-792-6340; 8445 Young Rd., Chilliwack www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: 119 Units Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: Board and card games; ﬁtness room; freedom spa tub; bus trips and outings; Wii; church services; crafts; movies; musical entertainment; music therapy; bingo TYPES OF HOUSING SERVICES PROVIDED

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Mulberry, The 

Guildford Seniors Village 

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RICHMOND / DELTA 604-970-8444; 8850 - 118A Street, Delta; www.colchar.org Capacity: 31 Units Amenities/Services: meals prepared by fully qualiﬁed chef; free laundry; occasional transportation for local trips, outings and appointments; large multi-media room; living room w/ ﬁreplace & piano; superior site security; close to senior’s community center, library, pharmacy/drug store, grocery store, no pets allowed

604-582-0808; 14568 - 104A Ave., Surrey www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: 89 Units Starting Price: $180/day Amenities/Services: Planned activity programs w/ recreational therapist; 24hr skilled nursing care, special Alzheimer’s care unit for residents requiring a secure environment, 3 meals/day & snacks, specialized bathing facilities; salon; private rooms with 2-piece ensuite, emergency call bells; beautiful gardens & courtyards; no pets allowed

SURREY / WHITE ROCK / LANGLEY

Langley Lodge 

Columbus Lodge 

Amenida  

604-597-9333; 13855 68 Ave., Surrey; www.homecareliving.ca Capacity: (IL) 134; (AL) 20 Units Starting Price: $1650 Amenities/Services: Gardening; billiards; bocci; shufﬂe ball; exercise classes; day trips; games nights; movies; happy hour; birthday parties; 24hr security; hair salon; comfortable lounges; convenience store; emergency call system; dining room; pets allowed

Concord Retirement Residence 

604-531-6198; 15869 Paciﬁc Ave., White Rock www.concordretirementresidence.com Capacity: 44 Units Starting Price: $1800 Amenities/Services: 3 home cooked meals & snacks/ocean view/ quiet garden setting/pet friendly/emergency response/full activity program and bus for outings/spa services/ housekeeping & laundry

Christina Place 

604-541-4663; 1183 Maple St., White Rock; www.christinaplace.ca Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 3 delicious meals per day in dining room; tea, coffee & snacks available every afternoon; weekly housekeeping & linen service; laundry rooms on each ﬂoor; emergency call system; hair salon; activity coordinator; organized events & outings

604-530-2305; 5451 204 St., Langley; www.langleylodge.org Capacity: 27 Private; 112 Funded Starting Price: Private Pay per diem rate; call for information Amenities/Services: Nationally accredited; services at no additional cost include physiotherapy, music therapy, full range of activities and outings; bus; horticulture therapy; we are a non-proﬁt provider; visiting pets only

Langley Seniors Village 

604-539-9934; 20363 - 65 Ave., Langley www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: 121 Units Starting Price: $2970 Amenities/Services: Large bathrooms w/ walk-in shower & linen closet; in-suite storage area; emergency response system; lounge; bistro; bright open dining room; library; theatre; pets allowed

Peace Portal Lodge 

604-535-2273; 15441 - 16 Avenue, White Rock www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: 84 Units Starting Price: $180/day Amenities/Services: 24hr nursing care; spacious rooms; ﬁreside lounge; beautiful views; salon; activity & entertainment programs; music therapy; 3 meals/day & snacks; dietician; pets not allowed

Home is where your friends are. out b a k s A in Move- es iv Incent Auburn Residences (Chilliwack, BC) Comox Valley Seniors Village Casa Loma (Courtenay, BC) Christina Place/OceanView (White Rock, BC) Duﬀerin Care Centre (Coquitlam, BC) The Gardens at Qualicum Beach Guildford Seniors Village (Surrey, BC)

Kamloops Seniors Village Summerland Seniors Village Langley Seniors Village Terraces on 7th (Vancouver, BC) Maple Ridge Seniors Village Waverly Seniors Village (Chilliwack, BC) Nanaimo Seniors Village The Wellesley of Victoria Highgate (Nanaimo BC) Williams Lake Seniors Village Peace Portal Lodge (White Rock, BC) Rosemary Heights Seniors Village (Surrey, BC)

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Shannon Oaks 

778-545-5000; 15240 34 Avenue, Surrey www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: (LC) 90; (AL/IL) 63 units Starting Price: (LC) $198/day; (AL/IL) $3300/month Amenities/Services: (LC) 2 piece ensuite; all meals & snacks; specialized bathing facilities; planned activity programs; 24hr staff. (AL/IL) lunch & dinner daily; morning & afternoon snacks; bistro bar; weekly housekeeping & linen service; 24hr staff; small pets allowed

604-324-6257; 2526 Waverly Avenue, Vancouver www.baptisthousing.org Capacity: 145 Units Starting Price: $3410 Amenities/Services: 3 meals a day; 2 coffee breaks; snacks; weekly housekeeping; flat linen service; 5 levels of fitness classes; weekly shopping excursions; activities & entertainment; 24/7 emergency response system; small pets allowed on main floor if already owned

Royale Paciﬁca, The  

Terraces on Seventh  

Royale Peninsula, The  

604-538-2033; 2088 152 Street, Surrey www.peninsulaliving.ca Capacity: 127 Units IL with AL services if needed. Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: All inclusive dining; social events; adventures; and exercise; weekly ﬂat & linen laundry service; concierge services; therapeutic pool; cyber room; movie theatre; dance ﬂoor; library; 24hr on-site staff; assisted living services available; private bus

Sunridge Gardens 

604-510-5091; 22301 Fraser Highway, Langley www.SunridgeGardens.net Capacity: 145 Units Starting Price: $1750 Amenities/Services: Guest suite; short stay suite (trial stay); movie theatre; games room w/ billiards, shufﬂeboard & more; ﬁtness centre; wellness room; spa room w/ walk-in tub; private dining room, outing bus; greenhouse (gardening club); pets allowed

VANCOUVER Amica at Arbutus Manor  

604-736-8936; 2125 Eddington Dr., Vancouver www.amica.ca; Capacity: (IL) 95; (AL) 19 Starting Price: $3350 Amenities/Services: located in the heart of prestigious Kerrisdale set amidst acres of private landscaped grounds; there is easy access to nature walks; golf courses; public transit. amenities include; Wellness & Vitality™ program; theatre; beauty salon; private dining room; lush inner garden courtyards; library; lounges; bright open spaces

604-738-8380; 1570 West 7 Avenue, Vancouver www.retirementconcepts.com Capacity: 61 Private Pay Suites - AL services available for purchase Starting Price: $4130 Amenities/Services: Modern building; spacious 1 & 2 bedroom suites w/ balconies; suites w/ spectacular views; full kitchen; daily lunch, 3 course dinner & weekly buffets; cozy wood paneled library; sunny patio; bistro bar; theatre; 24hr concierge; well-behaved pets w/ responsible owners accepted (must be on leash in building)

WEST & NORTH VANCOUVER Amica at West Vancouver  

604-921-9181; 659 Clyde Avenue, West Vancouver www.amica.ca Capacity: 119 Units; Starting Price: $3300 Amenities/Services: situated in the heart of West Vancouver with quiet nature trails and Park Royal Shopping Centre close by; Wellness & Vitality™ program; fully equipped ﬁtness centre; aquaﬁt pool; theatre; games room; gardening areas & greenhouse; private dining room; creative kitchen/crafts room; library; business centre; lounges & much more

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604-484-0588; 2525 King George Boulevard, Surrey www.pacificaliving.ca Capacity: 130 Units IL with AL services if needed. Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: All inclusive dining; social events; adventures; exercise; weekly flat & linen laundry; therapeutic pool; cyber room; movie theatre; dance floor; library; 24hr on-site staff; private bus

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Rosemary Heights Seniors Village   

Columbus Tower (Rental)

604-970-8444; 5233 Joyce St., Vancouver www.colchar.org Capacity: 80 Units Starting Price: $600 Amenities/Services: located a few steps away from the Joyce Street skytrain station; free laundry facilities; free on-site parking & free local channels; large screen TV located in our comfortable main ﬂoor lounge; located next to St. Mary’s church; no pets allowed

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Legacy Senior Living - Leo Wertman Residence 

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604-240-8550; 611 West 41 Avenue, Vancouver, Oakridge www.legacyseniorliving.com Capacity: 91 suites Starting Price: $3,700 Amenities/Services: Resort style with gourmet restaurant & maitre’d service; flexible meal plans; concierge; daily town car service; full recreation; brain & physical fitness programs; wellness navigation service. Superb location in Vancouver’s Oakridge area with mountain and city views. Creative arts centre; guest suite; theatre; fitness studio & spa. Pets welcome

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Cedar Springs 

604-986-3633; 3633 Mt. Seymour Parkway, North Vancouver www.cedarspringsresidence.ca Capacity: 135 Units Starting Price: $2995 for 1 bedroom, call for pricing on other options Amenities/Services: 3 meals/day & afternoon snacks; housekeeping; 24hr emergency call service; car/bus service for appointments & scheduled excursions; ﬁtness & social activities; library; business centre; salon; hobby shop; pets allowed

Summerhill Retirement Residence, The 

604-980-6525; 135 W 15 St, North Vancouver; www.thesummerhill.ca Capacity: 108 Units Starting Price: $3070 Amenities/Services: Meals (continental breakfast, full lunch and full dinner); weekly housekeeping & bed linen change; driver service for errands and appointments; heat; hydro; cable, 24hr emergency response; recreation and planned social activities; small pets allowed

OTHER BC REGIONS Berwick On The Park 

250-377-7275; 60 Whiteshield Crescent, South Kamloops 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; hair salon

Fernbrae Manor  

250-979-0600; 295 Gerstmar Road, Kelowna www.fernbraemanor.unicarehomes.com Starting Price: Call for information

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Amenities/Services: Close to Orchard Park Shopping Centre & Rutland Town Centre; peaceful small-town setting; morning excercises; bingo; bus service; gazebo; 24hr emergency response system; activity coordinator; computer lounge; hair salon; ask about our $2000 referral program!

Kamloops Seniors Village   

250-571-1804; 1220 Hugh Allan Drive, Kamloops www.kamloopsseniorsvillage.com Capacity: (IL/AL) 101 suites; (LC) 114 suites Starting Price: $2199 - $3400 Amenities/Services: Recreation program; pet friendly; stunning view suites; elegant dining/food service; age in place community; beautiful landscaped walking paths; outdoor patios with view; general store; central location

Summerland Seniors Village   

250-404-4400; 12803 Atkinson Rd., Summerland www.summerlandseniorsvillage.com Starting Price: Call for information Amenities/Services: Music & music therapy; games - bowling, bingo, cards board games, Wii; crafts; baking; exercise groups; walking groups; special occasion celebrations; bus outings; guest suite; small pets allowed

Williams Lake Seniors Village   

250-305-3318; 1455 Western Ave., Williams Lake www.williamslakeseniorsvillage.com Capacity: (AL) 80 private 21 subsidized; (IL) 17; (LC) 113 Starting Price: Call for rates Amenities/Services: 24 hour emergency response; Chef inspired meals; daily social activities; many weekly outings; housekeeping & linen service; exercise equipment; transit service at our front door; billiards; media room; library; computer availability; hair salon; general store; chapel services; friendly community and pet friendly

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Community Leaders

A Dynamo on the Hill... and in the Community BY HANS TAMMEMAGI

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MP Elizabeth May outside her Sidney constituency ofﬁce.

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oliticians are not held in high regard these days. Not surprising given international attention for mayoral drunken stupors, Senators’ mishandling of funds, pervasive graft in Montreal and a former PM pocketing envelopes stuffed with cash. In the midst of this dark cynicism, Elizabeth May stands out like a beacon. I first met her at a Town Hall meeting on Pender Island, shortly after her election as Member of Parliament for the Saanich-Gulf Islands riding and the lone Green Party MP on the Hill. (On December 13, Bruce Hyer changed from Independent to Green, doubling the size of the Green Party.) She was practicing her philosophy: “the best way to stay in touch with voters is direct and face to face.” Not only does she hold two town hall meetings per year in every part of her riding, but in 2013 she took the tour, titled Save Democracy from Politics, across the country. A smiling face, highlighted by twinkling blue eyes, exuded confidence and charisma. May showed no pomposity, no aura of selfimportance. Instead, she was friendly, down-to-earth and brimming with vitality. She was like the Energizer Bunny, in constant motion, and with an impressive mental agility. “It’s such a thrill to be a Member of Parliament,” she enthused and thanked us for electing her. At one point, she did a little jig to confirm the success of her recent hip replacement. Since then, I have followed her career closely. Elizabeth Evans May was born in Connecticut in 1954 and moved to Nova Scotia with her family at age 18. She entered Dalhousie University, having received a letter of reference from then Governor of Arkansas, Bill Clinton, a family friend, and graduated with a LLB in 1983. Subsequently, she worked on a number of highprofile environmental cases. From 1989 to 2006, she was the (founding) executive director of the Sierra Club of Canada. She is a member of the Order of Canada. She has a daughter, Victoria May Burton, who is studying at university, and May’s voice fills with love and pride when she speaks about her. May has been a dynamo on the Hill. Fellow MPs voted her Parliamentarian of the Year in 2012 and Hardest Working Parliamentarian in 2013, impressive accolades for a backbencher. One of May’s passion is to bring civility to the House, something notably lacking, especially during Question Period. “I decided to sit down whenever I was heckled during a speech,” she says. “I didn’t think it would work, but to my surprise, the Speaker liked my approach and now asks for quiet and then gives me the

floor again. My approach is to never insult anyone. I want to create greater collaboration across party lines.” May likes to think outside the box, she may even be considered eccentric. Her office on Parliament Hill, for example, is so crammed with staff that, to save space, she uses her small desk in the House of Commons. She works there even when the House is sitting, thus attending far more debates than any other MP. And, when appropriate, she stops her work and speaks up and votes. Her riding is well represented indeed.

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A few weeks later, she and I sat in her Sidney constituency office with Spunky, her blonde Shitzu dog, playing under the table. I asked how May chose this riding and if it was just a stop of convenience. “This was one of the greenest ridings in Canada,” she explained. “Furthermore, I have good connections in British Columbia.” When I asked where she sees herself in 10 years, she answered emphatically, “Here! I want to represent this riding as an MP for the next 20 years, until I retire.” May, a boomer, is 59. But can she help her constituency as the lone Green Party member? “I’m in a unique position where I don’t have to toe any party line,” says May. “I’m far more effective than any backbencher.” She didn’t mention that she also has good leverage because she receives far more media attention than most other MPs, even cabinet ministers. One of the pillars of May’s success is her incredible work ethic. Her Operations Manager Jonathon Dickie explains, in awe, “Elizabeth works 15 to 18 hours a day. She’s constantly on the go.” May also has a large staff of 10 paid employees and about 30 volunteers between her Ottawa and Sidney offices. May looked tired as she said, “We handle 400,000 pieces of mail each year. We’re seriously underfunded.” She infrequently takes a day off. “To relax, I enjoy cooking and inviting friends over,” she says. “Of course, I also love to write.” She has written seven books and is currently penning her eighth. Carlton University Masters student Craig MacNaughton is an intern at May’s office: “I feel strongly about democracy and liberty,” he says, “and I admire Elizabeth for fighting for these issues.” He adds, “There’s a real feeling of excitement working for her.” Our talk turned to the recent Senate scandal and the state of federal politics. May proposed several solutions. “First, we need to re-establish the independence and scientific capacity of the civil service. Second, we should get rid of first-past-the-post elections and have proportional representation. Third, we should get rid of the requirement for the party leader to sign nomination papers for party members to run.” She also proposes a large reduction in the power of the Prime Minister’s Office. Furthermore, she added, “Climate change is a frightening threat that we must confront.” On the local riding level, May is helping individuals unravel problems they are having with the federal bureaucracy. That she cares for her constituents shows. “At any given time, we have about 200 cases on the go,” she says. “I’m delighted we were able to prevent the closure of the Centre for Plant Health in Sidney. I am also working to ensure the proposed National Marine Conservation Area for the southern Strait of Georgia proceeds,” she says. “Furthermore, I would like this area to become an Innovation Laboratory. The Saanich Chamber of Commerce is boosting affordable housing, and this area is ahead of the curve in developing local food security and decreasing the carbon footprint. There is huge potential and we need to be creative.” Our meeting ended and I headed onto the darkening Sidney street. I was quietly pleased to have seen that inside this politician SL resides a warm and caring person.

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Artist Proﬁle

Peppering the Planet

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ast year marked the first time the “Gathering” of The Labyrinth Society (TLS) was held in Canada. TLS is an international organization whose mission is to support all those who create, maintain and use labyrinths, and to serve the global community by providing education, networking and opportunities to experience transformation. A huge success, the event was attended by labyrinth practitioners and enthusiasts from around the world. With workshops held at Parksville’s Tigh-Na-Mara Resort and pilgrimages taking participants to the many labyrinths from Victoria to Campbell River and across to Port Alberni, this conference also featured, for the first time, a display of some of the most striking of the many and various wooden labyrinths created by Canada’s Bill Godden. “What a wonderful, unique contribution Bill is making to the worldwide labyrinth community,” observed TLS President Dr. John Rhodes. “Each of his labyrinths is individually and lovingly crafted, and then generously donated. This is so reflective of the generous, giving spirit one generally finds within the broader labyrinth community.” Holly Carnegie Letcher, an Occupational Therapist who uses the labyrinth when offering health and wellness workshops, was the Coordinator of the 2013 Labyrinth Gathering and is a great admirer of Bill’s work. “The display he created for the conference was like a labyrinth museum,” she says, “with replicas of labyrinth designs from churches and cathedrals all over the world.” Bill and his wife, Anne, first encountered labyrinths during an ElderCollege course about pilgrimages. One of the sessions took them to the Vancouver School of Theology where they walked the beautiful labyrinth located in the garden behind the Iona building. Trained as a navigator during World War II, Bill was immediately fascinated with the design of the labyrinth. “I think I could make one of those,” he announced to Anne. That was in 2003. Ten years on, Bill has created over 2,000 finger labyrinths in a variety of sizes and patterns. Labyrinths are found in many cultures around the world, and the practice of walking labyrinths is one that people of many different faiths have used for meditation and contemplation or as a means of prayer. With early European labyrinths dating back 4,000 years, there has been a continuing interest in these installations. Over the past 20 years, enthusiasm for the creation of new labyrinths has escalated and there are now well over 100 labyrinths in British Columbia. The revival of interest in labyrinths means that Bill Godden’s 36 34

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Labyrinth artist Bill Godden in his workshop.

work attracts a great deal of attention and admiration. His labyrinths have been distributed to hospitals, hospices, retreat centres and schools in many countries, including Peru, Chile, Mexico, Britain, Holland, the United States and Canada. Bill has received dozens of thank you letters from people in these various locations, and there is no doubt his generosity is appreciated. “Bill has an enormous generosity of spirit,” says Holly, “and he is making a great contribution to the world by peppering the planet with finger labyrinths.” Many people ask if they can purchase one of Bill’s labyrinths, which he finds “gratifying” but, although he allowed them to be sold at the TLS conference for a fundraiser, he will not accept money for his labyrinths and prefers to distribute them to schools, hospitals and to labyrinth facilitators who can use them in their work. Friends have pointed out to Bill that in many places hand-made finger labyrinths sell for over $100, and that if he’d sold his for as little as five or 10 dollars, it would have funded some nice holidays for the Goddens. “I’ve thought of that,” says Bill, “but I just don’t think it would feel right to charge for them.” For him, creating labyrinths is a labour of love, and he doesn’t like the idea of commercializing them. Anne, a former nurse, shares her husband’s passion for labyrinths. The couple frequently give presentations, and Anne enjoys introducing the labyrinth to others, especially those working with palliative care patients who find walking the finger labyrinth a comfortable and relaxing meditation. “I’m grateful that Bill, who is an active person by nature, has found an activity that gives him so much satisfaction.” Visiting and creating labyrinths has become a way of life. The

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Goddens have visited 34 labyrinths in different parts of the world, including ones all over British Columbia, San Francisco, Oregon, France, Italy, Alaska, Aruba and the UK. Visiting the labyrinth at the Chartres Cathedral was, Bill says, “a humbling experience” and the design of that labyrinth is the one he finds most interesting. Of course, life is not all about labyrinths. Between them, the Goddens have seven grandchildren who are a great focus of their attention. They are also both very involved with the Langley Seniors Resource Centre. Through the years, they have led workshops and courses about the use of labyrinths and they’re still supporting the work of hospice volunteers, who find the labyrinth a useful resource. And, although they are no longer active with the local community garden, they still produce a wealth of marmalades, jams and jellies each year, goods which often accompany their gifts of labyrinths. When asked how long he will continue to create these labyrinths, Bill chuckles. “By the end of 2013, I reached 2,600 and will have been hand-making finger labyrinths for almost 11 years, he calculates. “I hope to continue my work as long as I am able and would love to reach 5,000. Based on my past results, I will then have reached the great age of 100 years!” People are watching as Bill continues on his own creative labyrinthine path. “The world is enriched with every labyrinth he completes,” says Dr. Rhodes. “Personally, I hope he makes SL it to 5,000!”

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all. “The abrupt extreme dry cold triggers adrenaline and endorphin rushes, and because the air is greatly condensed you inhale almost twice the amount of oxygen per breath. Surface blood vessels shrink for increased blood flow to the inner core, which in turn improves joint and muscle function.” Kevin hands me a light surgical mask to cover my nose and lips, a headband for my ears and thick gloves to protect against frost-bite in the places most likely to succumb. My toes and feet are protected by my socks and running shoes donned earlier for this “event.” Not too flattering a get-up with my only other apparel – a bathing suit, as the more skin exposed the better. Kevin, in light-weight cotton scrubs and the same extremity coverings, will accompany me into the Cold Sauna. Kevin’s assistant Amy will count down the minutes once we enter the -110C chamber. Three minutes is the maximum and “my” goal in this Polar environ (or more accurately “outer-space” environ, as the coldest temperature recorded on earth is -88C in Siberia). “Ready?” asks Kevin. I nod affirmatively. He opens the door and we proceed into the first chamber, -15C. Hmmm, not bad, I can stand this. We quickly

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The author inside the Cryotherapy Cold Sauna inner chamber.

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pass through a second door – Whoosh! Icy fingers grab me. Before my body’s natural response to shiver sets in, Kevin immediately opens the last door. I am overcome with an alien sensation, my exposed skin pinches like being jabbed by miniscule needles. Kevin reminds me to roll my shoulders to avoid tensing (which he says may be painful) and we move our hands, flex our fingers and

walk in a circle to keep muscles moving. I hear Amy’s voice call out, “one-and-a-half minutes.” I become aware of Bob Marley’s, “Don’t worry, be happy,” and Kevin singing along, which has me chuckling and joining in. My skin now feels solid… then like it’s not there at all! “Two-and-a-half minutes,” says Amy. We keep shuffling. “Five, four, three, two, one,” Amy counts down, and the full three minutes are up! Kevin back-tracks us through the chambers and unlatches the door to glorious warmth. Wow! My endorphins are doing somersaults and backflips. “Where’s the nearest marathon,” I grin at Rick, “I feel I could run one.” Those who are treating an ailment with this method normally book 10 sessions, and it is decided with the technician how many per day. Alas, my marathon feistiness petered out within a halfhour. In our toasty robes, Rick and I head for the tea-room to leisurely sip herbal brews while reading and watching the variegated patterns of sunshine on the Monashee Mountains. I can hardly believe a mere 24 hours has passed since we began our “spa-stay gift” from our children and grandchildren. In the aurora-borealis ambiance of over three million Swarovski crystals throughout the facility (hence the “Sparkling” in the Resort’s name), we did well covering both leisure and fitness. Bouncing back and forth between a series of spa treatments, we walked “water paths” that alternate between cold and warm to aid good circulation, soaked in the hot tub with powerful tension-relieving jets, then Rick’s favourite of

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our room under the milky-way of a crystal-studded ceiling lulled us into a heavenly sleep. Our time ran out before trying out the hiking trails overlooking Lake Okanagan – but we’ll be back… and, for sure, our return will include the Cryotherapy Cold Sauna, with Rick’s directive to SL “book for two.”

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uch of the criticism about positive thinking is the accusation that “looking through rose-coloured glasses” is an unhealthy form of denial. But thinking positively does not mean pretending bad things aren’t happening in your life. Looking at the positive side of a situation is about perspective. It’s simply putting a different focus on the issue. For example, instead of being angry or frustrated that your car is a rusted, backfiring relic, think about how grateful you are that you even have a car! While you are smiling about that thought, calmly make plans to gradually fix the defects of your vehicle. Yes, it is true that it’s not healthy to completely ignore the negative. It’s okay to get angry and let the emotion

take place, instead of bottling it up inside you. Cry if you have to, then get over it, and get on with it. Quit focusing on or worrying about the negative aspects and find something positive about the challenge facing you (by the way, seeing it as a challenge rather than a problem is thinking positively). Real positive thinking involves facing and dealing with the issue constructively – not destructively, such as worrying about all the things that can go wrong. Deal with the issue to the best of your ability and, at the same time, focus on all the things that could go right! Once you’ve dealt with the issue or challenge (remember, think “challenge” not “problem”) then put it out of your mind. Constantly worrying about it won’t fix it. You’ve done the best you

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