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Publisher’s Changing where we live can be stressful at any age. So can renovating your home. Yet, as we get older we are faced with one and sometimes both of these challenges. Our housing editions are designed to offer some suggestions and information to those who are looking for a residential change, be it moving or remodeling. Knowing this to be a topic of interest to our readers, we have tried to find different ways to present the information, so that there is something for everyone. In addition to these twice annual special housing editions, we have a BC Housing Directory for Seniors on our website that has a vast and current database of varying types of accommodation. Recently, we partnered with retirementhomes.com to expand our housing listings across Canada. Our To Move or Not To Move book is another excellent source of information for seniors considering their future housing options. Should they stay in their own home and renovate? Should they move into a better-suited type of housing to accommodate reduced mobility or a decline in health? Or should they co-habitate with family members? All these alternatives are explored and explained in this helpful guide. You can order it from our website, fill out the order form in the magazine, or just call our office. Interestingly, it’s not just seniors who purchase this book. Family members find it useful as well. We’re often told that it helps seniors communicate easier with their adult children, and vice versa. We value your feedback on this edition of Senior Living. Please feel free to drop us a letter, or email us at office@seniorlivingmag.com 2

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SPECIAL HOUSING GUIDE FEATURES 6 Island Greens

52 A Gift of Independence

Senior volunteers train puppies for service.

Retired teachers focus their efforts on an island garden.

10 Aging in Place

Helping elderly parents stay in their home longer.

12 Assisted Living

Overseeing assisted-living residences in B.C.

14 Doorbell Dilemma Tackling a do-it-yourself home repair.

54 An Enduring Faith

Proﬁling author Emma Salmon-Plett.

56 Irresistible Ireland

Chasing rainbows on the Emerald Isle.

DEPARTMENTS 60 BBB Scam Alert

16 My Robot House

62 Classiﬁeds

20 Making the Best of the Directory

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A tongue-in-cheek look at the future of homes. Understanding different levels of care.

21-38 SENIOR HOUSING LISTINGS 40 Studio65

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42 Secure Your Home

Cost-effective ways to keep your home safe.

46 Financing Your Retirement

Things to consider in your retirement budget.

48 A Grand-Family Playground Exploring Maui for multi-generational fun.

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4 The Family Caregiver by Barbara Small

61 Ask Goldie

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63 Courageous & Outrageous by Pat Nichol

64 Reﬂections: Then & Now by Gipp Forster

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s they age, many people try to stay in their own homes as long as possible. This can put added stress on family caregivers as the health and independence of their aging family member declines. Many products and services in the community exist to help support seniors aging in place, and can aid in reducing the impact on the family caregivers. The types of services will vary dependent on the community and the costs will range from free to a fee-for-service. Below is a list of some of these services: Home support (community health workers) Provide assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene and toileting. Subsidized home support is available through your local health authority and is based on the income of the care recipient. Private home support agencies also provide these services on a fee-for-service basis. Some families have found that hiring live-in help has worked well for them and there are businesses that can assist with this including some that provide eldercare nannies. Medical Equipment and Aids A variety of aids and equipment are available for purchase or loan to help individuals with communication, mobility or specific personal care needs. These include medical equipment, incontinence supplies,

specialized clothing, mobility aids, vision aids and hospital beds. Community loan cupboards may exist from which you can borrow medical equipment. Several businesses focus solely on selling medical aids and equipment. Occupational and Physiotherapists Rehabilitation professionals are available through the Home and Community Care department of your local health authority. These individuals can do a home safety assessment to ensure that the home is safe and supports optimal functional independence. Home Adaptation Another step toward ensuring safe independence at home is to have the house adapted to be more accessible as mobility and health changes. The Home Adaptations for Seniors’ Independence (HASI) program through CMHC “offers financial assistance for minor home adaptations that will help low-income seniors to perform daily activities in their home independently and safely.” Emergency response and medical alert systems These are 24-hour-a-day monitoring services that connect to a live person in the case of a fall or other emergency. Some systems also provide automatic medication reminders.

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Volunteer organizations Provide home visitors, walking companions, and volunteers to assist with odd jobs, reading, letter writing and driving to appointments or shopping. Some agencies also provide reassurance calls to check-in with your family member each day to ensure they are okay. House cleaning services This is a useful resource for family caregivers and some will provide additional services, including laundry, moving furniture, taking out garbage and doing garden work. Private home support agencies often offer housekeeping services. Other support services may be available to provide help in the home and improve the quality of life for both the family caregiver and the care recipient. For resources in your local community, check the yellow pages, contact the Home and Community Care division of the health authority, visit a seniors’ centre or look under “Resources” on the Family Caregivers’ Network’s website at SL www.familycaregiversnetwork.org Next month: The Importance of Asking for Help Barbara Small is the Program Development Coordinator for Family Caregivers’ Network Society located in Victoria, BC. www.familycaregiversnetwork.org

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Community

ISLAND GREENS

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BY MIKE MATTHEWS

hile teacher Jim Harris contemplated leaving Ontario after his retirement, he did some research to identify the ideal spot to accommodate him and his wife, Margaret, also a teacher, in their later years. “I concluded that there were four places in the world that could suit us,” says Jim. “There was Perth in southwest Australia, the eastern shore of the Black Sea, the coast near Durban 6

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in South Africa, and the southern part of Canada’s West Coast. However, I knew Perth was probably not the perfect climate, the Black Sea area would present language difficulties, and that South Africa might have some cultural challenges.” For climate, language and culture, the B.C. coast seemed a good choice, and relatives living on Protection Island in Nanaimo’s harbour enticed the near-to-retirement teachers to visit. WWW.SENIORLIVINGMAG.COM

Walking near the south shore of the mile-long island, Jim experienced a revelation. “It just hit me that this was the perfect place. With a little over 200 people, the island was just about the right size, the ideal village,” he says, “and we’ve never looked back.” Of course, retirees are always looking for new adventures and challenges to get the best from these golden years. Jim’s teaching experience was in hor-

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ticulture, and it didn’t take him long to establish a productive garden in the new home on Protection’s western shore. Indeed, the Harris garden is an extraordinary example of beauty, variety and productivity. “Every day we try to eat from the garden,” says Jim. With their own garden well established, Jim came up with the idea of organizing a community garden where neighbours whose properties weren’t suitable for gardening could grow their own produce. Initially, there were concerns about slicing up public parkland into garden beds, and debate about fair allotment of plots. Finally, in 2007, with support from residents, City of Nanaimo planners and council members, the garden was established in a sunny park in the centre of the island. The Harris’ skills handily overlap. Margaret is a major force on the island. Her enterprises include fabric handicrafts – handbags, sewing bags, knitting bags – and organizing and scheduling a variety of fundraising activities that support the garden. “We have plant and baking sales, dessert auctions and dances,” Margaret says, “which bring community members together in ways that are fun for all of us and at the same time provide needed funds for the garden.” The Garden is managed by D.I.G.S., the Douglas Island Garden Society. An early name for Protection Island, Douglas Island saves the society from being named P.I.G.S. The D.I.G.S. garden attracts gardeners and visitors throughout the year. From first blooms in the spring to fall harvest and winter greens, the garden is an attractive spot for neighbours to meet, chat, exchange garden lore and borrow books from the D.I.G.S. library. As well, during the summer months, seasonal produce abounds. Donations for the produce are dropped into a gardener’s rubber boot at a historic lemonade stand at the garden gate. “It’s a central feature of Protection Island’s annual garden tour,” says tour organizer Heather Cooling. “Af-

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ter visiting individual gardens, which feature rockwork, reflecting pools, and ornamental displays, people enjoy putting together a picture of how the whole island shares a special place at the community garden. Not to mention the produce!” A distinctive feature of Protection Island’s community garden is its weekly sessions for youngsters: Little Diggers. As the adult volunteers cultivate, plant and weed the 100-square metres of communal beds or individual plots, children work busily alongside them planting and tending their own tiny beds and working on such co-operative projects as the Tater Towers – five-foot-high (1.5-metre-high) soil-filled enclosures of timber with potato plants thrusting through apertures at each level, which saves garden space. Margaret and Jim’s teaching experience shows its value in the education at the garden. “I’ve invited other adults to work with the kids, but it seems many people aren’t comfortable doing that. And I’ve had lots of experience,” says Jim. His skill in getting youngsters motivated and involved is seen at the Little Diggers Sunday sessions, with their enthusiastic teacher talking with them about compost, worms, bulbs and seeds. Little Diggers is a hit with kids and parents alike. “It’s wonderful,” says Josephine Kenchenten, whose two children are regulars. “They do things and they learn things, and it doesn’t end down at D.I.G.S. It continues! They bring things, ideas, home.” Jim does it all, yet always consults with other D.I.G.S. members about what should be done, and how, and where, and acknowledges their guidance. “I’ve had to learn things,” he says. “For example, at home I put copper sulphate on my tomatoes, to armour them against blight. I’ve been told by fellow gardeners that’s a no-no. So we don’t do that at the community garden.” “What’s so special about Jim Harris?” asks a D.I.G.S. volunteer. “High achievement! Low profile!” This year the City of Nanaimo initiated awards for local “green” enterprises and Protection Island was given two awards: one for a house built according to environmental consideration in materials and construction, the other for Jim Harris’ work. The award referenced Jim’s work with the Little Diggers, as well as his leadership at the community garden. At a gathering to celebrate the award, Jim characteristically transferred credit from himself to the D.I.G.S. members who simply “show up” week after week to work in the garden. No one shows up as regularly as Jim: weekends and weekdays, to gather seaweed or leaves for the garden’s compost, to sow and to reap, to weed and water, to build and repair, or to receive goods and services brought from town at the garden’s tiny headquarters shed. Jim, one-man gang, is like the legendary football hero who drops back to block and protect the passer, throws the pass, races downfield to catch SL it, then runs ahead to block for the pass receiver.

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Aging in Place

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BY VALERIE GREEN

recent University of Victoria lems for couples that are separated able to take care of my mother, whose study calls it “the grey tsuna- when one has to move to a long-term needs were far greater; after some mimi” – the fact that people live or extended care facility; it is painful nor strokes, she needed round-the-clock longer. And, in theory, this means that the for them both and can often result in care. They were both already in their medical system is overtaxed by the aging the imminent death of one or the other. early 90s by then, but they loved their population. However, this is not necessar- Even when in good health, a move can home and separation, after 70 years of ily true, despite the fact that centenarians be traumatic. Being elderly, sick and marriage, would have been heartless. separated from your loved one can add are no longer a phenomenon. Many resources exist in the commuAs people age, the decision to move to the trauma. nity, but first, it’s essential that the home or stay put is a dilemma many will face. Of course, there are many healthy is senior-friendly. Eliminate slip mats; More and more seniors choose to stay in seniors who prefer an assisted-living install grab bars in bathrooms; use the their own homes for as long as possible. facility where meals are available, many available tools that can be rented Many only need minimal assistance for activities are plentiful and a social from the Red Cross or purchased from tasks such as housecleaning, mainte- lifestyle is suitable to their specific health care stores; and a reclining chair, which lifts to facilitate standing nance and garden work. If seniors up at the press of a button is helpare able to retain reasonably good I learned a great deal and began health and can take care of themful. Even such simple gadgets as a device for helping a senior put selves in their own homes rather to understand how things could be than move to a care facility, they on their socks without having to bend down can be a lifesaver. are, in the long run, far happier greatly improved for those who make and save the medical health sysAnd a lifeline-alert device button the decision to stay in their own is definitely recommended for tem money. In order to attain this, however, seniors who live alone. home – preferably until life’s end. more financial assistance is needIn addition, the Public Health ed from the government. In BritAgency of Canada is developing ish Columbia, the Ministry of Health personal needs. That’s great for some more age-friendly communities. Provoffers some financial home support as- personalities but others wish for a qui- inces such as British Columbia, Alberta, sistance to allow seniors to stay in their eter, more limited lifestyle during their Manitoba, Ontario, Nova Scotia and own homes; the amount has increased by golden years, which many feel can Newfoundland are involved in this “se76 per cent in 10 years to approximately only be found in the familiar surround- nior-friendly community” plan. Work is $711 million by the year 2011. Still, this ings of their own home. underway to install more street corner only covers medical assistance, not supLike many others with elderly par- ramps and driveway ramps at sidewalks. port such as housecleaning. ents, I experienced this dilemma in the Another great service in Greater VicIn many cases, it has been proven that year 2000 and, because of my experi- toria is the introduction of a geriatric if support covered those other simpler ence with the “system” for the next physician who will make home visits needs it would save the medical health six years, I became a strong advocate on a monthly basis, with on-call apsystem money by keeping seniors out for “aging in place.” In the process, I pointments as needed. This is subject to of hospital or long-term care. A com- learned a great deal and began to un- a small fee, because it’s not covered by mon scenario is the frail senior who tries derstand how things could be greatly the B.C. medical plan. There is also an to do his or her own housework, trips improved for those who make the de- increase in private home care agencies and falls, and breaks a hip or worse. cision to stay in their own home – pref- specializing in assisting seniors in their Ultimately, this lands them in hospital, erably until life’s end. own homes. where they become the responsibility of To begin with, it is essential to In my parents’ case, I firmly believe the health-care system, which costs ev- have a good home-care plan in place. aging in place extended their time toIn my parents’ case, although my fa- gether by at least six years, and they were eryone more money. Living longer can also present prob- ther was reasonably fit, he was unable to spend those years in familiar sur10

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roundings. Major re-adjustments to their house, an excellent home care plan, a doctor who made home visits and my own stringent overseeing of all their caregivers definitely contributed to its success. The UVIC Policy Prescription for an Aging Population concluded its study by stating that although the socalled “grey tsunami” is supposedly threatening to swamp the health-care system, this is proving not to be the case. Seniors can spend their end years in their own homes without putting extra strain on the medical system. Although the journey can indeed be painful and extremely hard for family members who become caregivers (usually a daughter) to their aging parents, the rewards continue to far outweigh SL the problems. For more information and resources, read my story, Embrace the Journey, available through Senior Living Magazine’s bookstore, www.seniorlivingmag.com/bookstore

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Critical Choices Smart Seniors Make About Where and How They Want to Live WHILE YOU CANNOT CONTROL AGING or predict what life will bring, you should be able to have a choice about where you will live and how you will live. Too often these decisions are left until a problem arises. Then you may be pressed for a decision or someone else makes the decision for you without knowing your wishes. A little forethought, planning and communication can help ensure your voice is heard about what is important to you should circumstances take an unexpected turn. These questions are designed to assist you to state your preferences, identify resources required to support your choices and communicate your choices. • If I have physical difﬁculty with daily household duties, do I want to stay in my home and have someone come to help me, live with family or live in a facility? • If I become unable to take care of my personal health, do I want to stay in my home and have someone come to help me, live with family or live in a facility? • If I am able to stay in my home but have limited mobility, what activities would be important for me to continue? What resources can help me continue doing these activities? • If I choose to stay in my home but feel unsafe, would I want to have someone come to live with me? What should the arrangements be? • As I grow older, who would I depend on to provide support?

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veryone deserves to live in comfort, with dignity and a little enjoyment thrown in as well. This is what assisted-living residences provide,” says Susan Adams. As the Registrar of Assisted Living in B.C., Susan oversees the province’s 6,684 assisted-living units under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act, which came into effect in 2004. As well as providing advice to developers and builders, Susan and her staff of three are involved in registering assisted-living developments and administering provincial health and safety standards. The office also investigates complaints from residents. “Since opening in 2004, we have investigated 513 complaints about issues ranging from housekeeping to management,” says Susan, who is a lawyer by training. “When we investigate, we work with the registrant to ensure compliance with the provincial legislation. We also investigate possible unregistered assisted-living residences.” Susan, 50, has had no personal experience with assisted living. Her mother still lives in her own home. However, she is proud that her work supports the province’s larger aim of helping seniors remain independent as long as possible. “The fact that I can contribute to this invaluable service by ensuring it is provided in a manner that protects the health and safety of residents is enormously satisfying,” she says. Under the legislation, assisted-living complexes with a minimum of three units must be registered with the government.

Costs for assisted-living units vary widely, depending on location and amenities. Some are for sale, while others are rental. Sixty-four per cent of B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assisted-living units are publicly subsidized, based on the occupantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s after-tax income. A health authority case manager determines eligibility for publicly subsidized assisted living. People qualify if they are eligible for home and community care services; require hospitality services and personal assistance (help with bathing or medications); can make decisions that will allow them to function safely in an assisted-living residence (or if they have a spouse that can make decisions on their behalf); and are at significant risk in their current living environment (falls, isolaSL tion, poor nutrition). For more information, go online to www.health.gov.bc.ca/assisted, or call 604-676-1414 or 1-866-714-3378.

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Doorbell Dilemma

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BY JANET MCMASTER

hen our doorbell suddenly stopped working in the midst of a bitter cold spell last winter, we did not consider it a big problem. My husband Tom was facing some major medical challenges at the time so fixing the doorbell was not a priority. We naively hoped that when the weather warmed up, the doorbell would thaw out and once again announce our visitors. Well, spring turned to summer and summer turned to fall, and our doorbell still didn’t work. Our friends and family learned to knock loudly when they arrived, but we realized it was time to take action. We discussed our doorbell situation with a number of people over several months. Tom talked to an electrician and we mentioned it to several friends, some of whom are very handy with home repairs. No one offered to help, and the universal comment was “don’t know anything about doorbells.” When our home was built over 20 years ago, the front and back doorbells were wired in. As a first step, Tom took the front doorbell off and checked the ringer in the inside box to see if there were any loose wires, but everything seemed to be connected and nothing

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looked out of place. Next, he checked the fuse boxes in the basement to see if perhaps one had blown. When he opened up the cabinet, he discovered a recently deceased mouse caught in a mousetrap! Other than that, the fuses all looked fine. Our next stop was the neighbourhood home improvement centre. We were amazed at the variety and types of doorbells available. The newer ones are wireless and easy to install but, unfortunately, the doorbells in these sets are shorter and wider than our existing bell, so this option wouldn’t work. There are entire kits of wired-in doorbells available, but without an electrician and our limited abilities, we did not want to tackle this option. Eventually, we sought the help of a salesperson, who asked us several questions and then announced the problem was likely the transformer. Who knew that doorbells have a separate transformer? So, off we went, with a new transformer – and a replacement doorbell – in hand. Once we returned home, however, we had another surprise. Not only do we have one transformer wired into our fuse box, we have three: one was hot; one was warm; and one was completely cold. On top of that, there are

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no markings to tell us the difference. This necessitated a long-distance phone call to a good friend who has worked in the utility business for most of his life, and now advises companies throughout North America about electrical safety. He gave us a couple of suggestions and then went and “felt his transformer” in his basement to see how warm it was. This proved to be enough excitement for one day, but bright and early the next morning, Tom went downstairs with a determined look in his eye. He turned off the power to that side of the house, selected the cold transformer, and removed it easily. When he started to connect the new one, however, he received a series of small electrical shocks. After the third shock, he felt that his long-departed father was there beside him to help him to get it hooked up properly. With this new-found electrical energy and advice from the great beyond, we soon had a doorbell that worked! For homeowners who routinely undertake home repairs, this would not be a big event, but in our case, we had a real feeling of accomplishment. In fact, I rang the bell a couple of more times just to make sure it worked, and we were quite pleased with ourselves. Shortly after we had put everything away, we were surprised to hear the new doorbell ring. I thought to myself, “How many unexpected calls like this have we been missing?” Our visitor turned out to be a friend and neighbour canvassing for a charity, so naturally we felt obligated to give him a donation. After we chatted with him and he went on his way, it occurred to me that, while not having a doorbell had been an inconvenience, it likely saved us SL some money in the long run.

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My Robot House

BY NAOMI BETH WAKAN

n the interests of avoiding retirement or nursing homes when I am old-old, I dream of building a home that will use cutting-edge technology. Such a home is apparently called

a “smart” home; since I haven’t been smart about much in my life, I am approaching the whole project with some caution. By cutting-edge, I don’t just mean a wheelchair-accessible home with low counters and wheel-in showers. When I say cutting edge, I mean a home with floors that respond should I fall on them. They’ll be electronically attached to a call station that will alert an emergency crew that will immediately respond. I hear “bouncy” floors (a raw egg can bounce on them unbroken) are now available to soften my future falls and, as extra protection, I will, of course, wear hip-protectors to help me bounce back up, should I trip. Such devices are called assistive domotics and they include devices already in use

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Featured Business and gas have simplified our lighting and heating, and thermostats our temperature control. We are already used to machines, so how much further can that idea go? However far, I want to incorporate these ideas in my old-old home. Furniture in my home for when I’m really old, and even my clothing, will have micro devices in them to recognize when I am at risk. I might find it useful to wear a Smart Shirt to pick up my vital signs and send them to a 24-hour control medical centre, which would also store my medical records. This transmitter would somehow not be dependent on batteries. I wonder how such a shirt would be washed. Security tools, fall prevention devices (did you know that not having loose rugs is probably the biggest fallprevention action you can take?) and automatic timers will all go a long way to alert nearby caregivers. I’m not wild about having video cameras installed; I rarely do anything embar-

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Housing rassing now but I may in the future. However, a tracking device that would pinpoint where I am as I move around my new home is fine with me. My oven will recognize the ingredients in the dish it’s cooking and switch off at the right time, thus preventing wastage of food because I was in the garden weeding and became so absorbed that I completely forgot about the meal. Controls that could distinguish a dry floor from a wet one would be useful should I be unable to deal with pipe bursts, taps left on accidentally, or flooding from outside rains. Of course, cameras are already available to tell who is at the door, and I would use a cellphone to let the new arrivals know if they weren’t welcome. A remote would let visitors in and lock the door behind them. In a fire emergency, for people like my husband who have lost their sense of smell, the usual smoke alarm would sound, but also, the lights would flicker

wildly and if the danger was extreme the fire department would be alerted. An automatic reminder system would be a handy addition to my ideal home, connected either to my computer or a loudspeaker system to an-

When I say cutting edge, I mean a home with ﬂoors that respond should I fall on them. They’ll be electronically attached to a call station that will alert an emergency crew that will immediately respond. nounce “time for your pills,” or “your library books are due.” Perhaps it could also turn lights on as I enter or leave a room. It would be great if all this could go on a Dick Tracy wristwatch.

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Elsewhere in the house, the central computer system will also control lighting, temperature and everything else. I have seen a photograph of just such a patch panel and it is daunting, but then my robot would take care of the repairs. Should I get rather feeble, there will be devices to dispense pills. I believe there are already glucose monitors for diabetics. I hope I will never need a spoon-feeding robot, although it might be welcome in other homes. I recently saw an automatic arm that offered a glass of water to a quadriplegic. A vacuuming robot is already available and apparently, the care-providing-robot-friend can help me prepare meals and might even help me meet my writing deadlines. Of course, it will be a long time before such technology will totally replace caregivers, and for those of you ready to rush out and throw money at such devices, I should warn you that they are meant to augment, not replace.

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New Horizons (VIHA Afﬁliate)

Cormorant Island Health Centre (VIHA)  VIHA (250) 949-3411; 49 School Road; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

CAMPBELL RIVER Evergreen Seniors Home (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

Road oad (250) 286-7274; 635A Evergreen R Monthly Rent: Private rate $160-$200/day dependent on care level; all meals/snacks included Capacity: 14 subsidized, 21 (1 double room) private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; hairdresser; dietician; on-site podiatry; 24hr emergency call system; linens; towels & duvets; furniture; cable; computer station; outdoor gardens Type of Care: complex care; respite/palliative care services available Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA, 24hr nursing care, recreational staff, on-site chefs, PT/OT,, non-medical staff hefs, access to private PT/OT Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only (with prior approval) Other Comments: Cozy, home-like atmosphere

Golden Grove Care Facility 

(250) 923-7049; 130 Stratchcona Drive Monthly Rent: Start at $3500/month dependent on care needs Capacity: 6 private rooms w/ half bath. Couples accepted. Hospitality Services: all meals included; laundry; activities; escort to appointments; tv with cable; telephone in rooms; 24hr call system; personal call buttons; weekly activities; snacks Prescribed Services: medication administration; exercises; individual nursing care plans Type of Care: complex care and respite care Staff on site: Staffed 24/7, access to PT/OT, foot care services; hairdresser Restrictions: No smoking; no pets

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Alphabetical Listing of Senior’s Housing Accommodations on Vancouver Island

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(250) 287-7166; 850 - 14th Avenue www.newhorizonscare.com Monthly Rent: Funded beds rate set by health authority (80% taxable income). Private rate $160-$200/day dependent on care level Capacity: 86 VIHA Subsidized (4 couple rooms); 8 private pay Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; hairdresser; dietician; on-site foot care; 24hr emergency call system; furniture; cable; computer station; outdoor gardens; bus for outings Type of Care: complex care; respite/palliative care servies; special care secure dementia unit Staff on Site: RN/LPN/RCA, 24hr nursing care, recreational staff Restrictions: smoking in designated area only, visiting pets Other Comments: Join us at New Horizons Community of Care where we care for our community.

Sunshine Manor

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(250) 204-6033; 70 Jones Road www.sunshineseniorscare.ca Monthly Rent: up to $5000 depending on care level Capacity: 6 spaces; private Hospitality 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 Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: (IC) 1-3 / multi-level care / extended Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / manager Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: caring staff; step-in showers; respite services when room availabe

Yucalta Lodge (VIHA)

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(250) 286-1051; 555 Second Avenue; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info. 1-866-928-4988

Ken & Murray Forde House 

(250) 923-4824; 142 Larwood Road; www.wpsls.com Monthly Rent: $600 to $750; SAFER Program available; VIHA Cluster care on site; no meals included Capacity: Non-proﬁt, 40 1 & 2 bedroom suites, some wheelchair accessible, plus 7 patio homes Hospitality Services: regular group activities; large day room with full kitchen; handyDart; hot lunch program on site; near bus; walking distance to every amenity; full kitchens Staff on Site: manager Restrictions: no smoking; small pets allowed; 55+ Other Comments: 1/2 block from ocean; coin laundry on each ﬂoor

Ironwood Place (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

VIHA (250) 830-2222; 1351 Ironwood Street; www.viha.ca Capacity: 54 units Hospitality Services: restaurant serving lunch and dinner; games room; crafts room; wellness clinics; scooter garage; pendant personal alarm system; 24 hr on-site emergency response Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info. TYPES OF HOUSING SERVICES PROVIDED

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CHEMAINUS Chemainus Health Care Centre (VIHA) 

9909 Esplanade Street; www.viha.ca; 75 Units Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info. 1-877-734-4101

Dovehill House 

(250) 416-0332; 3292 Ash Road www.dovehillhouse.com Monthly Rent: $2800; all meals included Capacity: 19 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; exercise program; television lounge; dining room; access to communal kitchen; daily coffee / tea and snacks; private bathrooms; monthly church service; bingo; music; esthetician; horticultural club; art club; hairdresser; yoga Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets on consideration Other Comments: age-in-place; ﬂexible personalized service to meet resident’s individual needs; raised gardens with patios; beautiful ocean views; no stairs; walker friendly; in Village of Chemainus

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and transportation; auditory monitors in bedrooms Type of Care: 24 hr nursing; palliative care; seniors daycare & emergency respite when space available Staff on Site: nursing staff Other Comments: special diets accommodated

Steeples, The (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

(250) 246-1805; 9910 Esplanade Street Monthly Rent: varies with income; 2 meals included Capacity: 16 one bedroom suites; subsidized Hospitality Services: towel and linen laundry services; weekly light housekeeping; social program Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff; not 24 hrs/day Restrictions: designated smoking area outside; small pets upon approval Other Comments: located across from Chemainus Health Care Centre; near bus shops and beach; wheelchair accessible Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info

COBBLE HILL Gate House Adult Care

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(250) 743-4913; 3380 Cobble Hill Road Monthly Rent: (L1) $2750; (L2) $2950; (L3) $3150; (Palliative) $3400; all meals included Capacity: 6 spaces; private Hospitality Services: housekeeping; laundry services; shared bathrooms; regular activities; foot care nurse Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care; IC 1-3 / palliative / respite care Staff on Site: LPN / RCA Restrictions: smoking outside; in house dog and cat Other Comments: located on a hobby farm; large grounds; raised gardens; patio; space for 1 elder day care per day

(250) 339-7012; 1683 Balmoral Avenue; www.novapaciﬁc.ca Monthly Rent: from $2340; 1 meal included Capacity: 33 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; emergency call system; resident driven activity program; full kitchen in units; near bus & shops; linens & towels; hair salon; parking; guest suite Staff on Site: non-medical staff 24/7 Restrictions: small pets allowed Other Comments: ownership options available

COURTENAY Abbeyﬁeld - St John the Divine 

(250) 338-6311; 994 8th Street; www.abbeyfield.ca Monthly Rent: $1575 including utilities and full cable; all meals incl Capacity: 10 spaces; non-profit Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; activity program; exercise program; near bus; all units on ground floor; emergency call system; internet; special diets available Staff on Site: live-in house coordinator Restrictions: designated smoking areas; some pets allowed Other Comments: 5 blocks from downtown core

Casa Loma Seniors Village (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

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(250) 897-4033; 4646 Headquarters Road www.retirementconcepts.com Monthly Rent: $1850 to $2700; 2 meals included Capacity: 125 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; activity program; daily snacks; exercise program; outing bus; parking; hairdresser; guest suite; emergency response; library; computer station; kitchenette in units Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed Other Comments: rural setting; 1.5 km to downtown Courtenay; view of Beaufort Range & Comox Glacier

Berwick Comox Valley 

Comox Valley Seniors Village (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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(250) 339-1690; 1-866-625-1690; 1700 Comox Avenue www.berwickrc.com Monthly Rent: call for information; meals and utilities included Capacity: (I) 133 Hospitality Services: chef prepared meals and snacks; laundry services; weekly housekeeping; activity programs; 24 hr emergency call system; hairdresser; tuck shop; guest suite; parking Type of Care: call for information Staff on Site: 24/7 non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: roof-top lounge with view of water and mountains; atrium; library; private dining room; computer stations; movie theatre; television lounges; games room; country kitchen; outdoor dining terrace; Island owned and managed; conveniently located within walking distance to the town’s amenities

(250) 331-4104; 4640 Headquarters Rd. VIHA (250) 898-2255 or 1-866-928-4988 www.comoxvalleyseniorsvillage.com Monthly Rent: call for info; (C) all meals included; (A) 2 meals Capacity: (C) 136; (A) 96 Hospitality Services: laundry services; weekly housekeeping; activity program; outing bus; linen & towels; emergency call system; guest suite; spa services Prescribed Services: bathing, grooming, & medication Type of Residential Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking outside; small pets allowed in (A) only Other Comments: lounge; gardens; bistro; library, games room, general store, hair salon; underground parking; different services available for Assisted Living or Residential Care suites

The Views at St. Joseph’s General Hospital  (VIHA Afﬁliate)

(250) 897-0075; 1926 Cummings Road Monthly Rent: from $3000; all meals included Capacity: 6 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; linens; towels; activity program; emergency call system; hairdresser; tea served in garden; companion & transportation; medications given by staff; medical supervision and accompaniment to medical appointments Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care; IC 1-2 Staff on Site: RN / RCA provides personal and medical care Restrictions: smoking and pets reviewed on individual basis

VIHA (250) 338-5453, The Views (250) 339-1556; 2137 Comox Avenue, Comox BC V9M 1P2 www.viha.ca Capacity: 125 beds; some private, semi-private and standard 4-bed rooms; Eagleview has one respite room Services: complex care; extended care; professional nursing; direct care giving; recreation/activation programs; occupational therapy; physiotherapy; music therapy; pastoral care; hairdressing; nutritional and social services Other Comments: open visiting hours; families welcome to participate in activities

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(250) 331-8522; 2696 Windermere Avenue; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

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(250) 748-1352; 5905 Indian Road Monthly Rent: from $1290; all meals included Capacity: 9 spaces; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; resident driven activity program; regular handyDart service; dining room Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets (visiting pets allowed) Other Comments: gardens; close to bus stop; wheelchair access

Oceanview Retirement 

Biscay Manor 

(250) 246-4967; 8035 Vye Road; www.oceanviewretirement.com Monthly Rent: $2000; all meals included Capacity: 17 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; medical lab support; exercise program; horticultural therapist Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: Care aide / staffed 24/7 Restrictions: smoking outside; pets allowed Other Comments: located on the Pointe at Crofton; Oceanside candlelight dining; community garden; summer tea house; 8 acres landscaped gardens. Oceanview was ranked “most socially, physically, psychologically and culturally alive” in BC by an independent indepth Bathway_SLM_7.25x4.75.qxd:Layout 1 7/13/11 2:10 PM study carried out by the University of Bath, England.

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VIHA (250) 338-5453 or GVL (250) 338-1451; 2450 Back Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 8B5; www.glacierviewlodge.ca Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 101 spaces + 1 respite; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: personal laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; outing bus; emergency call system; dietitian; hairdresser; music therapy; transitional care, Restorative Care Program, Tuck Shop Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: beautiful location; adult day program; community bathing program; respite program; gardens and walking paths; facility cats

(250) 746-4173; 3034 Biscay Road; www.biscaymanor.ca Monthly Rent: $2000 to $3000; all meals included Capacity: call for info; private rooms Hospitality Services: housekeeping; private laundry; bed linens; duvets and quilts; lifeline connection Staff on Site: 24 hr non-medical staff Other Comments: outskirts of Duncan; garden; ﬂexible meal times; special diets accommodated

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Cerwydden Care Facility (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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(250) 746-4432; 3243 Cowichan Lake Road Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 56 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; linens; towels; emergency call system Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: private & semi-private rooms

Deertrail Cottage

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(250) 746-9641; 1711 Escarpment Way Monthly Rent: from $3800; all meals included Capacity: 9 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; linens; towels; activity program; emergency call system; transportation Prescribed Services: bathing; personal care & medications Staff on Site: RN 24/7 / RCA; 24/7 non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: country setting; outdoor ponds; gardens

Duncan Manor 

(250) 748-0521; 280 First Street; www.duncanmanor.ca Monthly Rent: varies with income; meal packages available Capacity: 113 units; private Hospitality Services: dining room; laundry facilities; hairdressor/ barber shop; entertainment Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: Conveniently located close to downtown shopping, doctors’ offices, post office, financial institutions, public transportation.

Heritage Manor 

(250) 748-3488; 1051 College Street Monthly Rent: From $2600 all meals included Capacity: Call for info: private rooms Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping and linens; hairdresser; companion and transportation to appointments Prescribed Services: bathing; personal care and medications Staff on Site: 24hr RCA Restrictions: outdoor smoking; certain pet restrictions Other Comments: Restored Heritage House with beautiful grounds and covered deck for year round enjoyment. Near the Cowichan District Hospital. Family environment.

Capacity: 40 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; linens & towels; activity program; parking; emergency call system; lounge; dining room; full kitchen in units Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking allowed; small pets allowed; 55+ Other Comments: gardens & patios

LADYSMITH Ladysmith Health Centre (VIHA)

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VIHA (250) 245-7399; 1111-4th Avenue; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

La Rosa Gardens (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

(250) 245-1016; 1211 Cloke Road Monthly Rent: (I) $1400 to $2100; (A) call; 2 meals included Capacity: (I) 39; (A) 21 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; activity program; outing bus; emergency call system; hairdressing; cable Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: designated smoking area outside; small pets allowed Other Comments: 2 blocks from Ladysmith Hospital

Lodge on 4th (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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(250) 245-3318; 1127 4th Avenue Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: (C) 89; (Mental Health Complex Care) 12; subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; towels; linens; emergency call system Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / CA’s Restrictions: smoking outside; visiting pets only Other Comments: in Ladysmith

Seaside Lodge 

(250) 245-4151; 3740 Shell Beach Road Monthly Rent: from $2800; all meals included Capacity: 5 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; emergency call system; transportation & companion; regular entertainment; personal assistance available Staff on Site: LPN / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed by consideration Other Comments: situated by the ocean; ocean views; quiet setting; bird watching; gardening

Sherwood House 

(250) 715-0116; 280 Government Street; www.sherwood-house.com Monthly Rent: call for information; includes all hospitality services Capacity: 62 spaces; private Hospitality Services: three meals a day and snacks; personal emergency call system; laundry facilities; activity program; housekeeping; six separate lounges; private dining room; kitchenette in units; ﬂat linen service; parking; some units have stoves Staff on Site: non-medical staff / security 24 hr Restrictions: smoking allowed outside; pets allowed Other Comments: near bus & shops; hairdresser on-site

Sunridge Place/Meadows at Sunridge  (VIHA Afﬁliate)

(250) 746-9808; 256 Government Street Monthly Rent: From $2700 (double occupancy); 1 meal included

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Evergreen Place 

(250) 749-0190; 20 South Shore Road Monthly Rent: $475 to $600; no meals included Capacity: 31 spaces; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; full kitchen in units; public bathing facility on-site Staff on Site: live-in manager Restrictions: no smoking; no pets

Nanas House 

(250) 748-8048; 361 Bundock Avenue; www.sunridgeplace.ca 50 Assisted Living units; 160 Complex Care units Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Wedgewood House 

LAKE COWICHAN

(250) 749-3326; 57 Park Road Monthly Rent: $3000 and up all meals/snacks included Capacity: 6 spaces; private; Licensed Hospitality Services: laundry services; house keeping and linens; hairdresser; footcare nurse; companionship; personal emergency call system; acitivy program; cable and 24hr monitoring Prescribed Services: bathing; personal care; medication Staff on site: 24hr RCA

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Restrictions: no smoking Other comments: in beautiful Lake Cowichan; close to shops and bank; large bird avery in garden ﬁlled yard

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Berwick On The Lake  

(250) 729-7995; 877-525-3111; 3201 Ross Road; www.berwickrc.com Monthly Rent: call for rates Capacity: (I) 124; (C) 36 spaces; private Hospitality Services: 3 meals daily (chef prepared) and snacks; laundry services; weekly housekeeping; activity programs; 24 hr emergency call system; transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; guest suites; parking Type of Care: independent; licensed care Staff on Site: 24/7 LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: walkway and pier on the lake; gazebo; patio & sunrooms; library; private dining room; computer stations; television lounges; country kitchen; café; games room; Island owned

Dover House

Friendly Neighbours • Home Cooked Meals Located down town next to Beacon Hill Park All inclusive monthly rates starting at $1100

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(250) 756-4222; 6155 Hammond Bay Road Monthly Rent: Varies with level of care. Includes home cooked meals and in-house baking. Capacity: 24 private rooms Hospitality Services: Personal and ﬂat laundry services, housekeeping, emergency call system, activity program, hairdresser, esthetician and guest suite with internet access. Type of Care: Licensed Care (Intermediate, complex and palliative care. Respite care when bed available). Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / support staff Restrictions: visiting pets only Other Comments: Beautiful summer gardens with walking paths, open air protected courtyard adjacent to dinning room and two large sheltered verandas. Secure building and DVA approved.

Dufferin Place (VIHA)

606 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC Call 250-383-4164 to arrange a tour

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VIHA (250) 755-6229; 1200 Dufferin Crescent; www.viha.ca; 126 units Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Dwelling Place

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(250) 756-3008; toll free 1-877-884-CARE; 2630 Labieux Road www.dwellingplace.ca Monthly Rent: varies with level of care; all meals included Capacity: 16 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; cable included; guest suite; transportation; music therapy; near shops; 24 hr care Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care; IC 1-3 / palliative / respite Staff on Site: RN / LPN Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed by consideration Other Comments: Specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care

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General George R Pearkes Senior Citizens Housing 

(250) 753-5031; 10 Buttertubs Drive Monthly Rent: & Senior Supportive Housing cost, income based, 50% of monthly income Capacity: 58 studio; 24 single bedroom Hospitality Services: housekeeping, dinner meal, 24hr monitoring Type of Care: independent living with some supportive services Restrictions: 1 small pet permitted

Harmony House

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(250) 753-2316; 2316 Arbot Road Monthly Rent: varies with level of care; all meals included Capacity: 6 spaces; private Hospitality Services: private home setting; laundry services;

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housekeeping; personalized activity program; full spectrum nursing care Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA Restrictions: smoking outside; pets allowed Other Comments: specialize in high care needs

Hecate Gardens 

(250) 751-4933; 940 Hecate Street; www.hecategardens.com Monthly Rent: $995 to $2100; all meals included Capacity: 81 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; emergency call system; transportation; underground parking; ﬁreplace lounge; hairdressing; smoking room Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff / home support Restrictions: smoking in designated areas only; pets allowed Other Comments: mountain views; close to all amenities

Kiwanis Village 

Campus of Care with the following Housing/Care Options: www.kiwanisvillage.ca Kiwanis Manor - (BC Housing Affiliate)  1201 Kiwanis Crescent. Nanaimo, V9S 5Y1 Applicants must register with BC Housing Registry at 1-800-257-7756 Kiwanis Villa / Kiwanis Soroptimist Suites  For information contact: (250) 740-2815 1237 Kiwanis Crescent, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5Y1 Kiwanis Soroptimist Suites/Kiwanis House (VIHA Affiliate)  For information contact: VIHA in Nanaimo (250) 755-6229; 1233 & 1234 Kiwanis Crescent Kiwanis Village Lodge (VIHA Affiliate) For information contact: VIHA in Nanaimo (250) 755-6229 1221 Kiwanis Crescent

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Keeping House 

(250) 716-1920; 2263 Jingle Pot Road; www.keepinghouseseniorshome.com Monthly Rent: From $2400/mo; all meals & cable included Capacity: 8 spaces; private; 1 respite Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; transportation; regular outings; hairdressing; emergency call system Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: RCA / Non-medical staff / owner/ manager live-in Restrictions: no smoking Other Comments: bright rooms; French doors from rooms to courtyard; 2 piece bathrooms

Lakeside Gardens Retirement Community  

(250) 756-0799; 4088 Wellesley Avenue; www.lakeside-gardens.com Monthly Rent: call for information; all meals included Capacity: 123 spaces; private Hospitality Services: linens & towels; housekeeping; activity program; outing bus; emergency call system Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; small pets allowed Other Comments: lakeside location

Longlake Chateau 

1-800-786-5991; 3035 Ross Road; www.holidaytouch.com Monthly Rent: contact residence for info; 3 meals included Capacity: 110 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; activity program; outing bus; hairdresser; emergency call system; transportation; cable included; near library; full or part kitchen insuite Staff on Site: non-medical staff / live-in manager Restrictions: smoking in designated areas; pets allowed Other Comments: lake views; 5 star accommodations

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Malaspina Gardens (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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(250) 754-7711; 388 Machleary Street; www.chartwellreit.ca Monthly Rent: call for information; all meals included Capacity: 135 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; emergency call system; hairdressing; outing bus Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / RCA / LPN / non-medical staff Restrictions: call for more information Other Comments: 22 beds for Alzheimer’s & dementia care

Nanaimo Seniors Village (VIHA Afﬁliate)   

(250) 729-9524 or (250) 760-2325 (Rentals); 6085 Uplands Drive www.retirementconcepts.com; (RC) = resident(nursing)care Monthly Rent: call for rates; (I) 1 meal; (A) 2 meals; (RC) 3 meals Capacity: (I) 56; (A) 152; (RC) 150 private / subsidized Hospitality Services: (A/I) emergency call system; housekeeping (incl ﬂat laundry service); full activity and entertainment program; scheduled bus outings; cable and utilities included Prescribed Services: (RC) activities of daily living & medication Type of Care: complex care; intermediate; extended; palliative and dementia care Staff on Site: (A) non-medical staff 24/7, RCA; (RC) RN / RCA / LPN / recreation and hospitality staff Restrictions: smoking outside; small pets only in (A and I) suites Other Comments: underground resident parking; surface guest parking; bistro; general store; library with internet access; beauty salon/barber shop; greenhouse/gardening; lounges; guest suite; plenty of outdoor decks and space

Nanaimo Travellers Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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(250) 758-4647; 1298 Nelson Street; www.nanaimotravellerslodge.com Capacity: Home to 90 full time residents Serves an additional 160 people with Alzheimer’s and dementia who live at home through three adult day programs; Day Break, Stepping Stones and Community Bathing Type of Care: Only facility that specializes in compassionate, complex dementia care in the Mid-Island Admissions: VIHA Home & Community Care directs admissions, more information can be found directly through NTL by contacting Day Program Manager Sharen Plecas at 250-760-2639 or Director of Care Carolyn Kavanaugh at 250-760-2630 Other Comments: NTL is Non-proﬁt & registered charity that offers a warm, home-like environment, with friendly and caring staff. NTL is moving towards being a Recognized Eden Alternative home.

Oak Tree Manor 

(250) 716-1799; 325 Hecate Street; www.oaktreemanor.ca Monthly Rent: From $1685; all meals included Capacity: 66 suites; private Hospitality Services: laundry services (linen & towels); housekeeping; activity program; emergency call system; secured underground parking; hairdresser; cable included Type of Care: independent supportive and assisted living Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; small pets allowed in ﬁrst-ﬂoor suites Other Comments: panoramic ocean & mountain views; walking distance to waterfront and all amenities

Origin at Longwood 

(250) 751-7755; 6205 Oliver Road; www.origin.ca Monthly Rent: from $2300; gourmet lunch and dinner included Capacity: 176 suites; private Hospitality Services: ﬂat laundry service; housekeeping; outing bus; emergency call system; general store; library; computer stations; greenhouse gardening program; private dining; pub Staff on Site: medical staff; client services; recreational staff; concierge from 7am – 11pm

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Restrictions: No smoking; small pets allowed Other: recreation program; swimming pool; movie theater; yoga studio; full service spa; full gym with Keiser equipment

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(250)753-4044 (C) or (250)713-1696 (I & A Rentals); 80 - 10th St. V9R 0A8; www.gss.org Monthly Rent: (I & A) from $1999, (C) VIHA Subsidized Capacity: (I & A) 40, (C) 110 Hospitality Services: laundry; housekeeping; utilities included; cable; recreation and activity programs; parking; emergency call system; private dining room; hair salon; up to three meals (I & A), all meals (C) Staff on Site: RN / LPN / HCA, recreational, hospitality, client services Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care, medication admin Type of Care: Independent/Assisted living and Complex Care Restrictions: no smoking; no pets [small pets in I/A] Other: On a bus route in a beautiful setting with outdoor courtyards, walking paths; close to shopping; restaurants; physicians; dentists

Woodgrove Manor (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

(250) 390-1036; 6304 Metral Drive Monthly Rent: $4000 to $4800/month; 3 snacks served daily (in addition to meals) Capacity: 41 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; towels & linens; emergency call system; hairdresser Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care; IC 1-3 Staff on Site: LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: no scooter use indoors; individual patios, free cable hookup

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PARKSVILLE Arrowsmith Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 951-9500; 266B Moilliet Street; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Cokely Manor (VIHA and BC Housing Afﬁliate) 

(250) 947-9777; 266A Molliet Street Monthly Rent: varies with income; 2 meals included Capacity: 30 suites (some one bedroom); non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; emergency call system; outing bus; dining room; computer station; near bus & shops; church services; lounge; general store; cable TV; Lifeline Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical 10am - 7:30pm Restrictions: smoking outside; small pets allowed Other Comments: excellent restaurant/bistro on site; craft room

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Halliday House (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

(250) 248-2835; 188 McCarter Street Monthly Rent: From $140 per day; all meals included Capacity: 22 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; ﬂexible meal schedule; activity program; emergency call system; linens & towels; hairdresser; foot care; furniture Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care; IC 1-3; respite care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff - 24 hr Restrictions: smoking outside; small pets allowed Other Comments: sundecks; ocean view

Little Mountain Manor Seniors Facility

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(250) 248-4591: 959 Little Mountain Road; www.littlemountainmanor.com Monthly Rent: $2500 and up (dependent on level of care) WWW.SENIORLIVINGMAG.COM

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Capacity: 8 Hospitality Services: free cable; activity program; home cooked meals; beautiful ocean and mountain views Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: respite; assisted living; complex; palliative Staff on Site: RN 24/7 lives on site

Stanford Place (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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(250) 951-0811: 250A Craig Street Monthly Rent: varies; call for details Capacity: (CC) 181 rooms; private & subsidized; (A) 52 suites; private and subsidized Type of Care: 24/hr complex nursing care; respite care; independent/assisted living Restrictions: smoking in outdoor designated areas only Other: warm; home like atmosphere in prime central location close to shopping; bus routes; library; medical ofﬁces; ocean. In-house hair salon; art studio; market; daily recreational acitivities; exterior spacious courtyards with water fountains.

Trillium Lodge (VIHA)

VIHA (250) 951-9500; 401 Moilliet Street; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Abbeyﬁeld Port Alberni 

(250) 724-5054; 3839-8th Avenue; www.abbeyﬁeldportalberni.homestead.com Monthly Rent: from $1195; all meals included Capacity: 22 spaces; non-proﬁt Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; activity program; outing bus; cable included; computer; emergency call system Staff on Site: non-medical staff; overnight staff Restrictions: smoking outside; pets allowed Other Comments: call for more information

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VIHA (250) 720-0334; 4200 10th Avenue; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Fir Park Village (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 720-0334; 4411 Wallace Street; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Heritage Place (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

(250) 723-0480; Site Manager Doug Murray 250-731-6297 4200A-10th Avenue Monthly Rent: varies with income; 2 meals included; Lifeline Capacity: 26 suites; 1 bedroom, 650 sq. ft, air conditioned Hospitality Services: housekeeping incl ﬂat laundry; activity program; computer station; near bus & shops Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: Care staff provided by VIHA Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: therapeutic baths

Returning the Favour Care Home 

(250) 724-1520; 4517 Redford Street Monthly Rent: from $1950; all meals included Capacity: 12 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; emergency call system; housekeeping; activity program; transportation; personal furnishings; near bus & shops; foot care; hairdresser Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: cozy home-like environment SENIOR SENIOR LIVING LIVING

Westhaven (WCGH) (VIHA)

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(250) 731-1313; 3949 Port Alberni Highway; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

PORT HARDY Eagle Ridge Manor (VIHA)

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VIHA (250) 949-3411 or (250) 949-3443 9120 Granville Place; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

QUALICUM BEACH

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VIHA (250) 951-9500; 777 Jones Street; www.viha.ca; 75 units Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Gardens at Qualicum Beach, The    (VIHA Afﬁliate) (250) 752-2818; 650 Berwick North Road

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VIHA (250) 720-0334; 6151 Russell Place; www.viha.ca; www.rainbowgardens.bc.ca; 10 Assisted Living units Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Eagle Park Health Care (VIHA)

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Echo Village (VIHA Afﬁliate)

Tsawaayuus Rainbow Gardens (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

www.chartwellreit.ca Monthly Rent: call for information; 2 meals included Capacity: (I) 101; (A) 30; (C) 96 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: various service & care packages available; linen services; housekeeping; activity program; emergency call system; kitchenettes in rental units; private dining; tea house Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: non-medical staff / RCA / LPN Restrictions: call for more information Other Comments: full spectrum of accommodations & care available

Hawthorne Place 

(250) 752-4217; 750 Memorial Avenue; www.novapaciﬁc.ca Monthly Rent: from $2300; 1 meal included Capacity: 33 spaces; private Hospitality Services: light housekeeping; emergency call system; resident driven activity program; near bus & shops Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking for leasers; pets allowed Other Comments: gazebo; gardens

Qualicum Manor (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

(250) 752-1262; 124 Fourth Avenue East Monthly Rent: varies with level of care; all meals included Capacity: 60 spaces (both subsidized and private) Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; emergency call system; hairdresser Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RCA / LPN / RN / 24 hr nursing /PT/OT/ qualiﬁed chef Restrictions: no pets

SALTSPRING Braehaven (BC Housing & VIHA Afﬁliate) 

VIHA 1-888-533-2273 or Greenwoods Eldercare Society (250) 537-5561; 137 Blain Road www.greenwoodseldercare.com Monthly Rent: varies w/ income (subsidized); two meals incl Capacity: 30 1 bedroom units w/ kitchen - for 1-2 residents Hospitality Services: emergency call system; laundry; housekeeping; lounges; dining room; computer station; activity program; foot care; hairdresser available; near shops

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Prescribed Services: home care services as required - determined by Community Case manager Type of Care: assisted living Staff on Site: non-medical staff during daytime only Restrictions: No smoking on the premises, no pets

Greenwoods Eldercare Society (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

VIHA 1-888-533-2273 or (250) 537-5561; 133 Blain Road www.greenwoodseldercare.com Monthly Rent: varies with income (subsidized); all meals included Capacity: (C) 49; 1 respite - individual rooms Hospitality Services: full care including activity program; footcare and hairdresser available Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RCA / RN / non-medical staff Restrictions: No smoking

Heritage Place for Seniors 

(250) 537-8340; 120 Crofton Road; www.heritageplace.info Monthly Rent: from $2082; ﬂexible meal choices Capacity: 27 Hospitality Services: cable television; housekeeping; laundry facility; parking; special diets; community kitchen; insuite cooking Type of Care: Independent Independent/Supportive /Supportive Living Staff on Site: Non-medical Staff 24/7; Front Desk; Housekeeping; Maintenance; Manager; Resident Home Maker Restrictions: Certain pet restrictions apply

Lady Minto Gulf Island Hospital

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 135 Crofton Road; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Meadowbrook Seniors Residence (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

(250) 538-1995; 121 Atkins Road Monthly Rent: $1890 to $2590; 1 meal included Capacity: (A) 10 spaces (I) 27 spaces; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; emergency call system; security; cable; morning coffee; kitchenette in units Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; small pets allowed

SHAWNIGAN LAKE Acacia Ty Mawr (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273 or (250) 743-2124; 2655 East Shawnigan Lake Road; www.viha.ca Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 35 spaces + daycare; subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; towels; linens; emergency call system; activity program Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: specializes in dementia care; rural setting

SIDNEY Abbeyﬁeld St. Andrews 

(250) 655-3536; 10017-5th Street; www.abbeyﬁeld.ca Monthly Rent: $1340 - $1400; all meals included Capacity: 9 spaces; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; activity program; near shops; near bus; emergency call system; scooter parking Staff on Site: non-medical staff WWW.SENIORLIVINGMAG.COM

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Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: family setting; sunrooms; near Library

Ayre Manor Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)

Amica at Beechwood Village  

(250) 655-0849; 2315 Mills Road; www.amica.ca Monthly Rent: From $2365; 3 meals optional Capacity: 101 spaces; private Hospitality Services: activity program; coffee / tea and snacks; internet lounge; library; hairdressing; housekeeping; laundry facility; foot care; outing bus; billiards; kitchenette or kitchen in unit; bar; esthetics; garden club; near bus & shops Staff on Site: 24/7 security / non-medical staff / LPN Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed Other Comments: greenhouse; gardens; courtyard

Norgarden 

(250) 656-8822; 2300 Henry Avenue; www.norgarden.com Monthly Rent: $2000 to $4000; 2 meals included Capacity: 42 suites; private Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; housekeeping; underground parking; activity program; outing bus; near bus & shops; linens/towels Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed Other Comments: sitting areas; garden boxes; gazebo

Peninsula, The  

(250) 656-8827; 2290 Henry Avenue; www.peninsulaatnorgarden.ca Monthly Rent: $2250 to $4600; 2 meals included Capacity: (I) 54; (A) 13 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; near bus & shop; emergency call system; lounge; hairdresser; underground parking; esthetician; ﬁtness facility Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed Other Comments: locally owned/operated; beautiful wellness centre

Rest Haven Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 2281 Mills Road; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Saanich Peninsula ECU (VIHA)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 2166 Mount Newton; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Sidney Care Home (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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Seniors in Sooke 

(250) 642-6009; 3036 Phillips Road; www.seniorsinsooke.com Monthly Rent: From $2100, all meals included Capacity: 2 suites Hospitality Services: ﬂexible meal choices; utilities; parking Type of Care: Assisted Living; respite; supportive; IC1 Staff on Site: RCA 24/7 / non-medical staff Restrictions: designated smoking areas; certain pet restrictions

UCLUELET Forest Glen (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

VIHA (250) 720-0334 or (250) 726-2789 1783 St. Jacques Boulevard; www.viha.ca Monthly Rent: based on income; 2 meals included Capacity: (A) 5; (I) 5; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; near shops; emergency call system; parking; transportation; computer station; library; utilities included Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: manager / non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking outside; small pets allowed Other Comments: new facility

VICTORIA

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 9888 Fifth Street; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

SHOAL Centre (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

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(250) 642-1750; 6764 Ayre Road; admin@ayremanor.ca Monthly Rent: varies by income, all meals included Capacity: (A) 25 1 bedroom apartments w/ fridge & microwave (C) 32 private rooms w/ ensuite bathrooms Hospitality Services: (A) housekeeping; laundry towels and linens; activity programs (C) same as A w/ personal laundry Prescribed Services: (A) bathing; grooming; medication (C) nursing assesment; treatments and medication adminstration; personal care and bathing; foot care available Type of Care: Complex Care & Assisted Living Staff on Site: (A) Community support worker (C) 24/7 RN/RCA/ Recreation/Support Staff Restrictions: no smoking in building, no pets Other Comments: operated by Beckley Farm Lodge

Abbeyﬁeld House St. Peter’s 

(I) (250) 654-0536 and (A) (250) 656-5537 ext 111; 10030 Resthaven Monthly Rent: (I) $1450 (rented & privately owned); meals not included; additional services optional on a pay-by-service basis; (A) rent determined by income with a VIHA Case Manager Capacity: (I) 54 - public-private partnership; (A) 30 subsidized units Hospitality Services: (I) full kitchens in units with 5 appliances; restaurant on premises; near shops; near bus. (A) bed linen laundered weekly; fridge and microwave; 2 meals per day provided; emergency call system Prescribed Services: (A)bathing, personal care & medication as needed; activities of daily living and medication Staff on Site: (A) community home support workers Restrictions: (A) no smoking; small pets allowed Other Comments: Beacon Community Services care providers on site; compounding pharmacy; access to community activities

(250) 479-6140; 1133A Reynolds Road www.abbeystpetervicbc.shawwebspace.ca or www.abbeyfield.ca; abbeyfieldhousestpeter@shaw.ca Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 12 spaces; non-profit / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; emergency call system; near shops; near bus; parking; cable included; hairdresser; computer station; activity program Staff on Site: qualified chef / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: quiet neighbourhood; beautiful gardens; private patios; small personal flower garden 4 x 6

Aberdeen Hospital (VIHA)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 1450 Hillside Avenue; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Alexander Mackie 

(250) 478-4888; 753 Station Avenue; www.hayworth.ca Monthly Rent: from $2250; 2 meals included Capacity: 135 suites; non-proﬁt Hospitality Services: emergency call system; laundry facilities;

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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 Staff on Site: 24/7 non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed Other Comments: tuck shop; family atmosphere

Amica at Douglas House  

(250) 383-6258; 50 Douglas Street; www.amica.ca Monthly Rent: (I) $2295 to $4200, 2 meals included; (C) $5200 to $6500, all meals included Capacity: (I) 65; (A) 38; (C) 38 spaces; private Hospitality Services: activity program; laundry services; housekeeping; coffee / tea & snacks; internet lounge; library; foot care; hairdressing; guest suite; outing bus; parking; age-in-place Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication; (I) medical consultation; pharmacy & dietary reviews; daily nursing assessments and referrals Type of Care: complex care / IC 1-3 Staff on Site: 24/7 RCA / RN / security / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed Other Comments: observatory decks overlooking ocean & park

Amica at Somerset  

(250) 380-9121; 540 Dallas Road; www.amica.ca Monthly Rent: From $2550; 1 meal, utilities & cable included Capacity: 161 suites; private Hospitality Services: kitchenettes in each suite; meal packages available; laundry facilities; housekeeping; activity programs including ﬁtness centre/programs (MPower™); games rooms; bus outings; daily coffee/tea & snacks; private dining room; internet lounge; guest suites; hairdresser; minutes from bus and shops; billiards; emergency call system - Lifeline Staff on Site: 24/7 security / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed Other Comments: ﬁve-star dining; pool; hot tub; massage therapy clinic; chapel; theatre; library; billiards; landscaped walking gardens; secured underground parking; suites; conservatory; observation deck and patios overlooking ocean; ocean parks and beautiful walking trails

Beauty, dignity and the best value in Victoria.

Anderson Manor Nursing Home Ltd. 

(250) 385-5321; 90 Linden Avenue www.andersonmanor.ca Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals; 4 snacks; cable/utilities Capacity: 16 spaces; subsidized Hospitality Services: activity program; housekeeping; laundry services; linens; outing bus; parking; foot care; hairdresser; emergency call bell systems; cameras; safe area Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / RCA / LPN 24/7 Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: one block from the Ocean, Parks, and Cook St. Village; bus stop access

Beacon Hill Villa (VIHA Afﬁliate)

The Oak Bay Kiwanis Rose Manor Society invites you to join us at Rose Manor, a comfortable, warm and friendly home in downtown Victoria. 3 meals and 3 tea times Weekly laundry & housekeeping Activies & much more Suites Available Now Call today for a viewing appointment (250) 383–0414

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VIHA (250) 388-2273 or (250) 383-5447; 635 Superior Street www.retirementconcepts.com Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 80 spaces; private, semi-private / subsidized Hospitality Services: exercise classes; security system; walking groups; outing bus; linens & towels; emergency call system; electronic security Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: near Beacon Hill Park; near bus and shops

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Beckley Farm Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273 or (250) 381-4421; 530 Simcoe Street www.viha.ca Monthly Rent: varies with income; non-proﬁt / subsidized; all meals Capacity: 65 rooms; private with ensuite bathrooms Hospitality Services: housekeeping; personal laundry/linens; common dining rooms; outing bus; coffee/tea and snacks prepared on site; activity programs; dining/lounges in each wing; hairdresser Prescribed Services: nursing assessment; treatments and medication administration; personal care and bathing; foot care and dental hygiene available Type of Care: Licensed Complex Care and Respite Care Staff on Site: RN / RCA / Activation / Support Staff - 24/7 Restrictions: no smoking in building; no pets Other Comments: in James Bay; newly renovated; subsidized programs include Adult Day Program, Mobile Day Program, Community Meal Program, Community Bathing Program

Berwick House  

Hospitality Services: laundry; housekeeping; exercise programs; activities; music appreciation; day trips; personal furnishings; electronic monitoring; secure building and yard; parking Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: licensed dementia care Staff on Site: LPN 24/7, RCA/activity staff. RN, non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking Other Comments: Cozy, home-like setting, 1.5 blocks to Brentwood Village

Camelot 

(250) 384-3336; 455 Kingston Street; www.novapaciﬁc.ca Monthly Rent: from $2300; 1 meal included Capacity: 34 spaces; private Hospitality Services: emergency call system; night response; laundry services; housekeeping; linens & towels Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed

Carlton House of Oak Bay  (250) 721-4062; 1-866-721-4062; 4062 Shelbourne Street (250) 595-1914; 2080 Oak Bay Avenue; www.carltonhouse.ca www.berwickrc.com Monthly Rent: $2195 to $6000; all meals, parking and cable included Monthly Rent: call for info; meals and utilities included Capacity: (I) 100; (C) 38 spaces; private MEDICAL RESEARCH Capacity: 87 suites; private WARRANTY Hospitality Services: On site chef; all meals prepared in-house; Hospitality Services: chef prepared meals and snacks; weekly �� weekly housekeeping and laundry; exercise and activity programs; 24 housekeeping; activity programs:�� 24 hr emergency call system; hr emergency call system; transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; foot transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; suite;Sydney, parking Universityguest of Technology, Australia - Postural steadiness improved Hotguest Health Systems Ltd. warranty the significantly after 8 weeks of training and was most significant in those with the most care, massage therapist; suite. Type of Care: call for information diminished postural control. Whole Body Vibration Trainer for 3 (three) Staff on Site: 24 hrs per day Staff on Site: 24/7 LPN / RCA / �� non-medical �� staff �� Restrictions: no smoking, pets considered years for parts, service and labour within �� Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only �� Other Comments: elegant Georgian décor; located in Oak Bay Other Comments: lovely gardens; gazebo; library; private dining a radius of 250 km from the home office of School of Rehabilitation, Medical Sciences, Tehran University, Tehran, Iran. - Whole Village; library; computer station; outdoor dining;AB. guest suite room; computer stations; television games room; country Lethbridge, bodylounges; vibration training improved proprioception and balance in athletes with reconstructed ACL. available; on bus route; tours available; Victoria owned and managed kitchen; outdoor dining terrace; Island owned and managed ��

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Sports Sciences Resident, Graduate Education * Research, Canadian Memorial forCedar 3 (three) years with manuals and/or (250) 477-4850; 3710 Hill Road; www.dawsonheights.ca (250) 386-4680; 1-866-721-4680;Chiropractic 4680 Elk Lake College - ManyDrive studies have reported an increase in muscle performance after whole-body vibration, but none have evaluated the possibility of vibration Rent: $2115 DVD videos available for self-service Monthly to $2780 market, AL determined by VIHA;of 2 www.berwickrc.com application as therapy for functional restoration after injury. The results of this case study imply that vibration therapy has the potential to aid in the meals management of included parts replacement. Monthly Rent: call for info; meals and utilities included acute soft tissue injury and the sequel of disuse and immobilization. Capacity: 53 units (43 market & 10 VIHA) Capacity: (I) 203 (C) 27 �� Hospitality Services: laundry -----------------------facilities; linens & towels; Hospitality Services: chef prepared meals and snacks; weekly �� recreation program; hairdressing; kitchenettes of Exercise Physiology, Universiteit, Belgiumhousekeeping; - Knee extensor housekeeping; activity programs:Department 24 hr emergency callKatholieke system; strength increased significantly after 24 weeks of training. It has the potential to Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication assistance transportation; hairdresser; tuck shop; guest 125 seat theatre induce strength gainsuite; to the same extent as resistance training at moderate intensity. We home are so confident that you will love available through outside support services Type of Care: call for information �� your Vibration Trainer that we are pleased Staff on Site: non-medical staff Staff on Site: 24/7 non-medical �� staff, LPN, RCA to offernoa pet 15-day money-back guarantee Faculty of Health and Welfare, St. Catherine University, Matsuyama, Japan Restrictions: no smoking; Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only - Background: Increased arterial stiffness (hardening of the arteries) is a wellOther Comments: City living in aTHAT rural setting; on bus route; near PROVIDED all packaging materials established cardiovascular risk factor. WBV mechanically stimulates abdominal Other Comments: lovely gardens and water features; library; and leg arteries and may decrease arterial stiffness. WBV is feasible in vulnerable shopping and medical services; walking trail are retained and the Trainer is returned private dining rooms; computer stations; television lounges; games and immobilized humans. These results suggest that WBV acutely decreases arterial stiffness. room; country kitchen; chapel; English pub; glass wine cellar; fireside in ALL of its original packaging and in its �� Central Care Home (VIHA Affiliate) lounge; fitness centre; spa; outdoor dining terrace; Island owned original condition by means of the original �� (250) 384-1313; 844 Johnson Street; www.baptisthousing.org Katholieke Universiteit, Belgium - After 24 weeks vibration training significantly shipper. Money will be returned as soon Monthly Brentwood House increased bone mass density of the hip and might be useful in the prevention of Rent: varies with income; all meals included osteoporosis. No vibration side effects were observed. This may be an effective way as the Trainer is received by Hot Health 146 spaces; non-profit / subsidized (250) 652-0635; 1167 Stelly’s Cross Road to modify well-recognized risk factors for falls and fractures in older Capacity: women. Systems Ltd. Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity Monthly Rent: varies with income; ��subsidized �� program; towels and linens; emergency call system; outing bus; Capacity: 14 spaces; private

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Craigdarroch Care Home (Private)

(250) 595-3813; 1048 Craigdarroch Road www.craigdarrochcarehome.ca Monthly Rent: Based on Care Level. From $5500 Capacity: 18 spaces; private Hospitality Services: exceptional staff to resident ratio; laundry services; housekeeping; hairdresser; activity programs; drives; walking clubs; exercise programs; unique circle time; foot care; dental hygiene; vegetarian diet; arts & crafts; music therapy Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: intermediate through palliative; some post surgery options Staff on Site: RN, LPN, RCA Restrictions: cater to individual needs Other Comments: small and intimate; fabulous meals, family-style ambiance; Victoria-owned; fresh air; daily neighborhood walks

Cridge Village Seniors Centre (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

(250) 384-8058; 1307 Hillside Avenue; www.cridge.org Monthly Rent: private from $2432 all inclusive/VIHA subsidized rates Capacity: 76 suites (40 VIHA + 36 market); subsidized/private pay Hospitality Services: recreation programs; housekeeping; laundry facilities; emergency pendant alarm; outings; chapel; linens & towels Prescribed Services: activities of daily living & medication management Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: guest suite; on bus route; near shopping; 12 acres of Garry Oak meadows; paved walkways

Douglas Care Community   

(250) 383-9011; 660 - 647 Niagara Street; www.douglascare.ca Monthly Rent: from $1480 (C) private care rates; all meals incl. Capacity: (I) 33; (A) 7; (C)26 suites; private Hospitality Services: meal packages available; laundry services; housekeeping, emergency call system, activity programs; foot care; hairdressing; professional services such as physiotherapy upon request Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: independent - complex care, incl palliative; respite Staff on Site: RN/LPN/RCA and non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking, some pets Other Comments: in James Bay; close to park and water; warm community atmosphere; multi-generational community

Esquimalt Lions Grafton Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)  506 Grafton Street; Greater Victoria Housing Society www.greatervichousing.org; (250) 384-3434

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 1780 Fairfeld Road; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Glenwarren Lodge - Revera Long Term Care 

(250) 383-2323; 1230 Balmoral Road; www.reveraliving.com Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 130 spaces; private / VIHA subsidized Hospitality Services: personal furnishings; laundry services; housekeeping; towels; linens; activity program; pastoral care; cable & internet connections; physiotherapy; hairdressing Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking outside; no pets Other Comments: quiet areas; beautiful courtyard

Glenshiel Retirement Residence 

(250) 383-4164; 606 Douglas Street; www.theglenshiel.bc.ca Monthly Rent: $1135 - $2150 all inclusive rates including meals, cable, phone Capacity: 68 units; non-proﬁt Hospitality Services: Included in rent are three meals a day; 3 coffee & tea services; housekeeping; activity program; laundry facilities; linens. Other services include: parking; hairdressing; foot care; seamstress. Staff on Site: non-medical staff 24 hr Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: next to Thunderbird Park & museum; close to Beacon Hill Park and downtown; tuck shop; affordable housing

Gorge Road Hospital (VIHA) 

VIHA (250) 388-2273; 63 Gorge Road East; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Communit Care for more info.

Gorge View Society, The 

(250) 360-1977; 11 Chown Place (off Harriet Rd.) www.gorgeviewsociety.bc.ca Monthly Rent: $263 singles; $405 couples; no meals included Capacity: 99 suites; non-proﬁt Hospitality Services: personal furnishings; laundry facilities; resident run activity program; full kitchens; guest suite Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets; 55+ Other Comments: cottages with bachelor suites; assistance provided to ﬁnd housekeeping and food services if required

Greater Victoria Housing Society 

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

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Hart House Seniors Residence

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(250) 598-3542; 1961 Fairﬁeld Road; www.harthousevictoria.com Monthly Rent: call for more information; all meals included Capacity: 20 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; hairdresser; foot care; outing bus; emergency call system; towels; linens; home cooked meals Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking outside; pets allowed Other Comments: heritage house; outside patios

Heritage House (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

(250) 381-5243; 507 Government Street Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 10 spaces; subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; exercise program; near bus; emergency call system; towels; linens Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: live-in housekeeper Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: restored heritage house; bed sitting with bath; in James Bay; medical centre nearby

Highgate Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

(250) 472-0077; 1538 Cedar Hill Cross Road www.highgatelodge.com Monthly Rent: $2000 to $3200; all meals included Capacity: (I) 49, (A) 5 suites Hospitality Services: housekeeping; emergency call system; 24 hr snack / fruit bar; entertainment; transportation; activity program; parking; linen services

Staff on Site: non-medical staff / 24 hr emergency services Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: sunrooms; woodworking room; pool table

Hillside Terrace (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

VIHA (250) 388-2273; 1460 Hillside Avenue; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Island View Place

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(250) 652-1706; 7013 East Saanich Road Monthly Rent: from $4500; all meals included Capacity: 19 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; private rooms; activity program; theme nights; dining room on each ﬂoor; foot care; dental hygienist; hairdressing; towels; linens Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: recreation programs

James Bay Care Centre (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 336 Simcoe Street; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Jesken Aerie (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

VIHA (250) 388-2273; 817 Goldstream Avenue; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Joan Crescent Manor

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(250) 595-1315; 1045 Joan Crescent Monthly Rent: call for information; all meals included Capacity: 18 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; linens;

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towels; transportation; activity program; hairdresser; foot care nurse; emergency call system; home cooked meals Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication; dementia care; nursing care; physiotherapy; individualized care Type of Care: complex care / IC 1-3 / respite / palliative Staff on Site: RN / RCA / non-medical staff / physiotherapist Restrictions: no smoking; pets allowed on individual basis Other Comments: across from Craigdarroch Castle; safe walking areas in garden; outside patio; heritage home

Kensington, The 

(250) 477-1232; 3965 Shelbourne Street; www.lrc.ca Monthly Rent: From $2732; evening meal included Capacity: 120 suites; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; emergency call system; activity program; outing bus; hairdressing; guest suite; kitchenettes; meal packages available Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; small pets allowed Other Comments: near all amenities; near bus; quiet area; beautifully landscaped courtyards; large bright suites

Kiwanis Pavilion, The (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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(250) 598-2022; 3034 Cedar Hill Road; www.obkp.org Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 116 beds subsidized; 6 beds private pay Hospitality Services: laundry services; linens & towels; housekeeping; activity program; spirituality program; end-of-life care; age-in-place care Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Residential Care: complex care / dementia care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; visiting pets only Other Comments: garden access

Legion Manor Victoria (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

(250) 652-3261; 7601 East Saanich Road www.legionmanorvictoria.com Monthly Rent: $2290 singles; $2690 couple; 2 meals included Capacity: 25 subsidized assisted; 43 supportive units Hospitality Services: daily lunch and dinner prepared on site, houskeeping, laundry facilities, activity program, emergency response system, hairdressing, podiatry. Small pet allowed in some units, medical appointment transportation, non-smoking building Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; small pets only Other Comments: tranquil; country setting

Lion’s Cove - View Royal (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

(250) 514-9781; 290 Old Island Highway; www.novapaciﬁc.ca Monthly Rent: $2900 for non VIHA assisted suites; second person accommodated for additional $600; 2 meals (lunch & dinner) heat; hydro; hot water; in-suite laundry; emergency call system & basic cable included Capacity: 65 suites; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: weekly housekeeping; activity program Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: live-in houseparent Restrictions: no smokingallowed on property, pets permitted please inquire about pet deposit and pet policy Other Comments: 55+ building in a Serene country setting; all suites are 2 bedroom. Most with 2 bathrooms, balcony, en-suite laundry, 5 full size appliances; underground parking is available with extra charge.

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 4579 Chatterton Way; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Live Well and Stay Active WHEN YOU LIVE AT SHANNON OAKS YOU’LL HAVE MORE TIME TO ENJOY LIFE. An independent seniors living community, experience the freedom and independence to do exactly what you want, when you want. Stay active and live well. Life at Shannon Oaks includes a great selection of daily activities to choose from, delicious home-cooked meals, and weeklyhousekeeping of your private suite. Visit us today for a personal tour and come see why you’ll want to make Shannon Oaks your home. V ICT ORI A 2 5 0 .5 9 5 . 6 2 5 7

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Luther Court (VIHA Afﬁliate)   

(250) 477-7241; 1525 Cedar Hill Cross; www.luthercourt.org Monthly Rent: varies with income; call for more information Capacity: (I) 28; (A) 30; (C) 60; (Adult Day Program) 60 clients; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; gift shop and cafe; wellness program; library; foot care; hairdressing; personal furnishings; emergency call system; pastoral care Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: Campus of Care Staff on Site: non-medical staff / RN / LPN / RCA Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: private rooms, garden access; home support

Marrion Village (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

(250) 592-2231; 1950 & 1980 Bee Street; www.baptisthousing.org Monthly Rent: varies with income; 2 meals + 2 snacks included for Assisted living residents only Capacity: (I) 119; (A) 50 spaces; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry facility; housekeeping; activity program; linens; emergency call system; near bus & shops Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: LPN during business hrs; non medical staff

Minton House 

(250) 380-4977; 1070 Southgate Street Monthly Fees: incl varied strata fees & service fee package; 1 meal Capacity: 26 suites; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; emergency response system; exercise program; resident driven activity program; full kitchens in units; scooter parking Staff on Site: 24/7 staff provide security and emergency response (ﬁrst aid & CPR) Restrictions: no smoking; small pets allowed; no personal care home support from VIHA or private Other Comments: own your own home; well maintained; sunny patio

Mount St. Mary (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 861 Fairﬁeld Road; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Mount Tolmie Hospital (VIHA)

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(250) 370-6600; 2251 Cadboro Bay Road Monthly Rent: (I) $1360 to $2400; (C) varies with income; all meals included Capacity: (I) 36; (C) 247 rooms; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: housekeeping; laundry services; activity program; parking; hairdressing; foot care; bed & breakfast room Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / multi-disciplinary team Restrictions: no smoking; no pets

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Parkwood Place 

(250) 598-1565; 3051 Shelbourne Street; www.reveraliving.com Monthly Rent: Suites starting at $2500, ﬂexible meal plan Capacity: 102 suites; private Hospitality Services: meal packages available; laundry services; housekeeping; recreation programs; kitchenettes; emergency call system; complimentary coffee / tea & snacks; linens & towels Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; small pets allowed Other Comments: shuttle service; waitlist beneﬁts

Parry Place (VIHA) 

VIHA (250) 388-2273 or (250) 382-4443; 408 Parry Street; www.viha.ca 21 one bedroom suites Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Piercy Respite Hotel (VIHA)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273 or (250) 370-5641; 1454 Hillside Avenue Respite Care Only - individuals may be able to book a stay at the hotel if they are age 55 and over, live at home in the community, require minimum to moderate assistance, and receive assistance or support from family or friends to maintain their independence. Cost: Call VIHA for reservations and pricing Capacity: 12 suites; furnished; private Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

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VIHA (250) 388-2273; 567 Goldstream Avenue; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

(250) 385-2241; 1002 Vancouver Street; www.baptisthousing.org Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 83 spaces; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; towels; linens; emergency call system; outing bus; hairdresser; foot care; occupational therapist; courtyards Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA Restrictions: no smoking in building; no pets Other Comments: courtyards

Oak Bay Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

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(250) 598-1575; 3000 Shelbourne Street; www.reveraliving.com Monthly Rent: from $4540; all meals included Capacity: 79 suites; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; emergency call system; activity programs; hairdressing; complimentary coffee/tea & refreshments; outing bus; chef on staff; dietician on staff; linens & towels Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care; IC 1-3; Extended Care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: family and friends encouraged to participate in all resident activities; 24 hour professional nursing on site

Priory & Heritage Woods (VIHA)

VIHA (250) 388-2273; 3690 Richmond Road; www.viha.ca Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

Mt. Edwards Court Care Home (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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Renaissance, The 

(250) 386-1188; 1188 Esquimalt Road; www.renaissancevictoria.com Monthly Rent: $1925 to $2850; breakfast and dinner included Capacity: 59 suites; private Hospitality Services: near shops; near bus; full kitchens; laundry facilities on each ﬂoor; activity program; common dining room; meal packages available; housekeeping Staff on Site: non-medical staff / security Restrictions: no smoking; no dogs Other Comments: 12 special chef cooked dinners annually

Rose Bank Gardens 

(250) 472-0677; 1485 Garnet Road Monthly Rent: condo rates vary; 1 meal included Capacity: 41 suites; private Hospitality Services: laundry facilities; activity program; housekeeping; emergency call system; exercise program; near bus; near shops; guest suite Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking in suites only; small pets on 1st ﬂoor Other Comments: quiet location; near University Heights

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Ross Place Retirement Residence  

(250) 381-8666; 2638 Ross Lane; www.residencesallegro.com Monthly Rent: (I) $1500 to $5500; (A) varied Capacity: (I) 146; (A) 40 Hospitality Services: All inclusive rentals consisting of: light housekeeping; linen service; meals; recreation activities and weekly bus outings; emergency call system Staff on Site: non-medical staff 24 hours/day Restrictions: no smoking; small pets (dog or cat only) allowed Other Comments: Deluxe suites offer a scenic view of Victoria! Deluxe suites include in-suite laundry, kitchenettes, private balcony and ﬁreplaces. Some suites overlook gardens and courtyards, indoor/ outdoor parking, beautiful rooftop patios with views of the city, located on main bus routes, close to shopping, medical ofﬁces and two major hospitals, onsite hair salon and coffee shop. Guest suites and short term rental program available for respite or convalescence.

Sandringham (VIHA Afﬁliate) 

250-595-2313; 1650 Fort Street; www.reveraliving.com Monthly Rent: call for info Hospitality Services: spiritual programs and pastoral care; diners club; holiday celebrations; foot care; personal laundry/valet services Staff on Site: 24/7 Registered Nurse Other Comments: All our rooms are comfortably furnished.

Selkirk Place (VIHA) 

(250) 940-1028; 385 Waterfront Crescent; www.selkirkplace.ca Capacity: (A) 41 Units, (C) 185 Suites Private/Subsidized Call VIHA Home & Community Care for more info.

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(250) 383-0414; 857 Rupert Terrace; www.rosemanor.ca Monthly Rent: $1250 to $2600; all meals included Capacity: 70 suites; non-proﬁt Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; parking; onsite beauty salon; near bus & shops; foot care; guest meals; one guest suite; bed linens & towels Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: beautiful gardens; call for more information

Shannon Oaks 

(250) 595-6257; 2000 Goldsmith Street; www.baptisthousing.org Monthly Rent: All-inclusive rental. Price varies based on suite Capacity: 102 suites; non-proﬁt Hospitality Services: Variety of daily activities; full services dining, weekly housekeeping and 24-hour emergency response. Adjacent to shopping and Oak Bay Recreation Centre. Staff on Site: Live-in Resident Managers Restrictions: no smoking; some pets allowed Other Comments: Beautifully appointed with inviting suites, spacious lounges and lush gardens. Amenities include a private dining room, guest suite, library, games room, exercise room and more. Call today for your personal tour.

Shelmarie Resthome (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273 or (250) 598-3212; 630 Foul Bay Road www.viha.ca Monthly Rent: set rate per diem for all residents, as per VIHA; all meals and laundry included Capacity: 21 spaces; subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; outing bus; close to Royal Jubilee Hospital Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: mental health Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking outside Other Comments: women residents only; all female staff; converted 100 year old house

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Nanaimo Seniors Village 250.760.2325 nanaimoseniorsvillage.com

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Slugget House 

(250) 652-0635; 1336 Marchant Road, Brentwood Bay Capacity: 16 Hospitality Services: activity programs; laundry facilities; all meals; Prescribed Services: bathing. personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care; dementia care; supportive care Staff on Site: LPN (24/7; RCA, non-medical staff Restrictions: no alcohol; no pets (visiting pets allowed); no smoking

St. Charles Manor

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(250) 595-4255; 1006 St. Charles Street Monthly Rent: varies with care; all meals included (3 meals /day) Capacity: 53 spaces; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; outing bus; 3 snacks daily; physiotherapy; dietitian; footcare nurse; hairdressing; emergency call system; secure environment; linens provided Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care; IC 1-3; extended care, palliative; respite Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / 24hr professional nursing care Restrictions: no smoking Other Comments: specializing in dementia care; in Rockland area; expansion complete

St. Francis Manor By The Sea 

(250) 382-7999; 1128 Dallas Road; www.saintfrancismanor.com Monthly Rent: $1800 to $2300; all meals included Capacity: 12 suites Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; hairdressing; foot care; kitchen areas on each ﬂoor; emergency call system; personal furnishings Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff - 24 hr emergency response on-site Restrictions: no smoking; no pets Other Comments: ocean front bordering park

Sunrise Senior Living

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(250) 383-1366; 920 Humboldt Street; www.sunriseseniorliving.com Monthly Rent: from $4500; all meals included Capacity: (A+R) 93 suites; private Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; hairdressing; massage therapy; foot care; esthetics management; wellness program; outing bus; personal furnishings; kitchenette in units; near bus & shops Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: licensed complex care; respite and Alzheimer’s care Staff on Site: RN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking outside; pets allowed Other Comments: beside Beacon Hill Park; specializing in Dementia Care; quiet residential neighborhood; lovely gardens

Sunset Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)

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VIHA (250) 388-2273 or (250) 385-3422; 952 Arm Street www.viha.ca Monthly Rent: varies with income; all meals included Capacity: 108 spaces including 2 respite beds; non-proﬁt / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; emergency Other Comments: ﬁreside lounge; workshop area; in Western Communities; garden patio; some gardening for residents; patios call system; parking; towels; linens Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Type of Care: complex care Staff on Site: RN / LPN / RCA / non-medical staff Restrictions: non smoking; no pets Other Comments: adult day programs; located on Gorge

(250) 477-1912; 1773 Feltham Road; www.the-victorian.net Monthly Rent: From $2575; all meals included Capacity: 91 suites; private Hospitality Services: housekeeping and linen services; activity program; scheduled bus service; bus outings; emergency call system; all utilities included (except telephone); hairdressing and barber service; on-site free laundry facilities; free parking; chapel; library; billiards room and exercise room Staff on Site: Live in managers available to you day and night Restrictions: small pets allowed Other Comments: Quiet location, beautiful garden with pond, individually controlled heat and air conditioning in each unit, chef prepared meals made from scratch daily, private dining room for intimate dinner parties, green house for residents use, innovative travel program, short stays available in furnished suite.

Victorian at McKenzie, The 

(250) 381-9496; 4000 Douglas Street; www.holidaytouch.com Monthly Rent: $2500; all meals included Capacity: 114 suites; private Hospitality Services: housekeeping; laundry services; outing bus; activity program; chapel; parking; TV room; emergency call system; near bus; hairdresser; billiards room; library; beauty parlor; activity/ ﬁtness/crafts room Staff on Site: live-in manager Restrictions: smoking in designated areas; small pets allowed Other Comments: golf course nearby; short stays available in furnished suite

Wellesley, The (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

(250) 383-9099; 2800 Blanshard Street / 2811 Nanaimo Street www.retirementconcepts.com Monthly Rent: (I) $2125 to $4500; 1 meal included + optional lunch / (A) $2225 to $3600; 2 meals included Capacity: (I) 140; (A) 64 suites; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: laundry services; housekeeping; activity program; underground parking; emergency call system; chapel; lounge & bistro; high tea 3 times weekly; foot care Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff / LPN / 24 hour security Restrictions: no smoking; pets in independent living; no pets in (A) Other Comments: roof-top garden; library; billiards; hobby room; ﬂexible meal scheduling; outing bus; exercise program; esthetics; hairdressing; general store; guest suite; computer station; woodworking room; theatre room and stage area for entertainers

West Shore Lodge (VIHA Afﬁliate)  

(250) 478-7527; 1828 Island Highway (Colwood); www.westshorelodge.com Monthly Rent: monthly rents from $1,200 to $2,300 Capacity: (I) 50; (A) 12 spaces; private / subsidized Hospitality Services: emergency call system; utilities included; activity program; housekeeping; laundry services; elegant dining room; computer station; underground parking Prescribed Services: bathing, personal care & medication Staff on Site: non-medical staff Restrictions: smoking outside; pets allowed Other Comments: conveniently located across from the Juan de Fuca Recreation and Senior Centre, close to shopping, Victoria General Hospital and all major bus routes.

Victoria Chinatown Care Centre (VIHA Afﬁliate) (250) 381-4322; 555 Herald Street; 31 beds *Adult Day Program available Call for more information.

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Studio65

Arts & Entertainment

BY VERNICE SHOSTAL

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Studio65 artist-in-residence Jeffrey Boron.

artistic focus, at the time, and many of his carvings found homes in collections throughout Canada and the U.S. After moving to Victoria 20 years ago, Jeffrey’s love of painting and sketching was rekindled by the beauty of the coastal environment. Painting in oil and acrylic has reenergized his love of landscape and marine painting. He attempts to capture the play of light and colour on the natural world in his paintings – a joyful experience he hopes he can convey to the viewer through his art, “those areas of nature where we live but so often overlook in our busy lives.” Many of his smaller pieces are painted amongst the hills, meadows and along the ocean shores of southern Vancouver Island. Never timid, his colours vibrate with life and soul. Showcasing his art, Jeffrey says, “A lot of this work touches my inner being. I connect through my eye to the light and the natural things I see. I try WWW.SENIORLIVINGMAG.COM

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tudio65, Victoria’s newest art gallery showcasing the 65-year or older artist, welcomed over 100 first-time visitors when it opened its doors on June 30. Located on the sixth floor of the Ross Place Retirement Residence, the gallery features the works of artist-inresidence Jeffrey Boron, artists in the community at large and artists residing at the Ross Place Retirement home. The idea of encouraging creativity among seniors while establishing a link with the outside community quickly grew to giving studio space to an artist-in-residence, where seniors would be able to see the processes involved. Seniors are invited to come and see, watch and learn. “We see Studio65 as an art hub that celebrates our senior artists, whether they are internationally recognized artists or trying a medium for the first time,” says General Manager Andrew Trinder. As many people enjoy taking up art in later life when they have more time, at Studio65, workshops will be developed for the artist not yet actively creating. Born in southern Ontario, artist-inresidence Jeffrey Boron became a professional artist 10 years ago. He will be painting at Studio65 twice a week. Art has always been a part of Jeffrey’s life. As a child, he began sketching and painting watercolours of his rural neighbourhood. “I tried to connect with what I saw and to really be a part of what I was seeing.” His creativity led to an early career in the graphic arts. While working in Ontario’s north, Jeffrey’s love of birds and nature led him to woodcarving. Waterfowl and shorebird carvings became his main

to emulate them in my paintings.” Jeffrey combines the bold colour elements of Impressionism with a contemporary representational painting style, which he calls Canadian West Coast Impressionism. His work, recognized for its strong sense of light and confident brush strokes, has gained much popularity in Victoria and beyond. Jeffrey will split his time between Studio65 and the outdoors that inspire his work. “Celebrating art and the creative process is an important human desire,” he says. “It is one of the things that makes us human. The creation of art at any level or age allows us ‘to come out and play’ and ‘let loose the child in us all.’ When we are in the processes of creating, our age has no meaning. The therapeutic implications of making art have been well documented.” Referring to Studio65, Jeffrey says he is thrilled to be part of this new venture.

Studio65, a three room studio, highlights Jeffrey’s art and studio in the first section, art from the community in the second section and art by artists living in the retirement home in the third section. Many of the pieces on display are for sale. Artists who wish to sell their work will be pleased to find that it is non-commissionable. Proceeds of all sales go directly to the artist. Exhibits will be changed on a regular basis,

giving many people the opportunity to showcase their work. Gallery hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays between 1 and 4 p.m. Viewings may be arranged at other times by appointment. For more information about Studio65, the artists or their work, send an email to jjboronart@shaw.ca, or atrinder@residencesallegro.com, or call Andrew at 250-384-9941. SL

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One of the community artists showcased in the gallery is Jim McFarland. Born and raised in British Columbia, Jim has participated in solo and juried shows and art contests for almost a decade. Good work is on display in the gallery both by residents and the community, says Jim. “Studio65 gives seniors the opportunity to show their work in a quality setting.” Peter Crowe, a resident whose art is displayed at the gallery says, Studio65 “is absolutely magnificent.” Peter has been painting all his life, mostly battleships, he says, “when I was drafted into the navy.” His current exhibits reflect a fondness for nature as well. Referring to one of her “wind” paintings, resident artist Lillian Main points to a watercolour of a young woman with skirt flying in the wind – a self-portrait, says the smiling artist who feels the gallery has opened up a new connection with seniors. Besides being able to show off some of her own work, Lillian says, “It’s so nice to see other people’s work. There’s a chance to talk to everybody else who does the same thing.”

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Housing

SECURE YOUR HOME BY ROBERT MCDOWELL

y wife and I are in our late sixties. We live in a decent neighbourhood, but a few years ago, a home, a couple of blocks down, was broken into and burglarized. The home had standard doors and locks. The invader simply kicked the door in! Unsettled and worried about our keepsakes, and personal well being, I decided to research ways to make our home more secure, yet still attractive from the curb, and within our budget. This way, we would feel more comfortable when away from our home. My first thought was having a burglar alarm installed. My research was surprising. Many sources stated the same position: having secure windows and doors should be given first priority before even thinking of purchasing a home alarm. Why? Simply, why allow thieves inside your home when

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you can keep them outside? There are two types of home alarms: Type “B” alarms just make noise, which many burglars ignore as they quickly pick up valuables and are out

of the house in one minute. Residential thieves know where to look and how to loot quickly. After so many times of false alarm activation, police will not respond unless a neighbour calls af-

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ter hearing breaking glass. Type “A” alarms are connected to a security centre that immediately notifies police. With alarms, help comes after criminals desecrate the inside of your home, which means they probably entered through a door or window. So, the premise of windows and doors being the first line of defence to consider is valid. Windows The type of windows most prevalent in homes is the “double hung” type; you pull it up to open. The first thing that should be considered is the lock. I have seen and heard of people closing their windows and forgetting to turn the lock on top. It doesn’t take much effort to open it from the outside if you did not lock it on the inside. So, I always make sure the windows are locked before we go anywhere. This is mostly true in summer, where my

Featured Business office window faces the front yard. It may be open for a while, but then locked before I exit the room. In winter, the windows stay locked until spring. Even in summer, our windows are rarely opened. If the heat gets too stifling, then we are fortunate to have air conditioning. There was a TV show I once watched called It Takes a Thief where homes of couples and families of all ages, in all kinds of neighbourhoods, would be broken into by the show’s experts. The owners approved all of this and most of them thought their homes were impregnable. The lesson here was that, most of the time, the “thieves” got in simply because someone had neglected to lock a window or door. This was mostly due to a very active family where one of the family members would forget to lock a window or door. Many seniors over 55 have literally invited thieves to break into their homes because of unlocked doors and windows. Single pane glass is easier to break than double pane glass. If you can afford it, replace the single pane windows in your home. If you can’t, then read on. To protect the window glass, I decided on “safety film.” From my research, I have learned that criminals are opportunists. They look for the easiest residence to gain entry into. If a window on the side or back of your home is breakable with one strike, then that’s their target. Now imagine a home invader striking a window many times and still it doesn’t break, but just cracks. He is more apt to move on to a less secure home. A few years ago, I purchased 75 feet (22.9 metres) of safety clear film – 4 mm thick 36” x 25” (91 cm x 63.5 cm) roll. I placed the film myself with instructions from the manufacturer’s website. The result is acceptable safety filmed windows. I placed the film on the windows located at the back of the house – downstairs, upstairs and the sliding glass door. I made sure to cover

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Pleasant, loving, and approachable is how employees are described by residents at Alexander Mackie Retirement Community. And with staff like that, how could residents not feel at home? One resident recently said, “I feel like we are all family, and I feel like I belong,” which is so important when choosing a place to grow even older. Perhaps the reason behind seniors feeling like they belong at Alexander Mackie is because there are variety of exciting events always taking place. From birthday bashes, exercise and art classes to western themed parties and gatherings at which folksingers

I feel like we are all family, and I feel like I belong entertain with audience participation, The Alexander Mackie Community is bustling with activity for seniors of all ages. Residents can even enjoy a new art studio led by talented instructors who

offer acrylic painting and textural art classes plus much more. And not only are residents entertained, but everyone in the community also encourages visits with pets and children. A playground and park area is just a step outside of the building. Family is a number-one priority at Alexander Retirement Community. For an affordable living option in a friendly environment, the Alexander Retirement Community is the right place to live. To learn more, please log onto www.hayworth.ca.

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Housing the single pane windows first, which gave them more strength. (www.do-ityourself-window-tinting.com)

and bought a “security” striker plate for the deadbolt of my side door, which leads onto the side deck. It’s much longer than the original plate, wider and the screws are about 2 1/2 inches (6 cm) long. The deadbolt strike plate is 8” long x 2” wide (20 cm long x 5 cm wide), which is a lot more vertical wood to prevent the door from being kicked open.

Sliding Glass door The biggest addition you could make to your sliding glass door is a horizontal “Charley” bar. It keeps the door solidly pressed into the wall and when not in use, it folds up simply against the side wall. Unfortunately, many bars break easily. I know this from experience. You have to touch (if you can), examine, research and make sure that you buy quality. I discovered and purchased an effective Charley bar advertised on the Internet that should last for years, if not indefinitely. It was easy to install, easy to use and attractive. Did I mention that it is also very strong?

Shoring up the strength of your doors and windows is an investment in your peace of mind; uncomplicated home security consists of just strengthening your doors and windows at a minimal cost.

Door Jam Strike Plate The average strike plate only protects you with one inch of wood and usually the screws are not very long. A person can easily kick the door open, even if the door is solid wood. If the lock is ineffective, the thickness of the door does not matter. To make a more secure door, I went down to a well-stocked hardware store

Twenty years ago, my wife and I lived across the street from a new home. We heard someone breaking into the front door of that house. I immediately went out and caught the thief coming out with a TV. He had used a crowbar to separate the frame from the wall. This can be easily remedied by reinforcing your frame by inserting

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three-inch (7.6-cm) screws along your framework, which will go into your wall stud. Of course, it makes sense to also invest in the best deadbolt lock you can afford. Security Screen Door For around $75, we purchased a steel-mesh security screen door that not only prevents anyone from physically penetrating it, but is also attractive from the curb. The screen door locks with a secure deadbolt. The extra benefit is the inability of anyone outside seeing into the house. I can stand one foot (.3 metres) away from the screen and the person outside cannot see me at all, but I can see him or her clearly. This is a good security measure because the person outside can’t determine your height or age. Shoring up the strength of your doors and windows is an investment in your peace of mind; uncomplicated home security consists of just strengthening your doors and windows at a minimal cost. Once your house is secure, you can relax and enjoy both your time away SL and your time spent at home.

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FINANCING YOUR RETIREMENT BY GEORGE ZADOR

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ne of the “funnies” my friend forwarded to me the other day by email was a website that can forecast my life expectancy if I plug in the relevant details. I figured why not? I uploaded the requested data and the answer was 101.5 years! Well, I am in my early seventies in pretty good shape and look after myself, my mom died at 96, statistics claim centenarians are becoming one of the fastest growing demographics and medicines are keeping us alive even longer. There is a reasonable chance that my demise at the age of 101.5 is not a joke. There is only one problem: I will have far outlived my retirement funds!

...while our income was more or less ﬁxed... our needs were increasing. When I retired 10 years ago, like most people, I calculated the cost of living on the basis of 60-70 per cent pre-retirement income, a foundation still used today. I did all my due diligence with a budget and with the mortgage paid off, and no other debts, I thought that my wife and I were well within the comfort zone of income coming in from investments and pensions. It wasn’t too long before reality surfaced – nothing drastic, just “things” that were never given a heading in the old budget. More to the point, it was the realization that while our income was more or less fixed (forget the pathetic indexing of government pensions) our needs were increasing. What are your missing items? If you are about to retire, and counting your chickens, listen up! If you are well into retirement, you can just nod and say, “Yup, he’s got that right!” BIG TICKET ITEMS If you’ve decided to stay in your house, budget for that new roof or other major maintenance. If you’ve downsized and moved to a townhouse or condo, strata fees will increase regularly and there are regular assessments. For those who haven’t switched to riding a bike or a scooter, you’ll eventually need to replace your car. Allocate funds for these items unless future depletion of capital is not a problem. FAMILY God bless them, those kids and grandkids – the more

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the merrier. With their significant others, how many birthday and Christmas gifts need to be purchased? What about grads and weddings or other special occasions? Put aside a chunk of money for these expenses. Oh, and let’s not even talk about the potential cost of helping out children coming home after a marriage break up, job loss or other financial disaster – the kind of events that could trash any budget. HEALTH If you were lucky to keep your extended health insurance from employment, great! If not, you pay the premiums, which increase with age and health problems. If you pay the freight as you go along, just some simple blood pressure meds, vitamins and supplements, eyeglasses and perhaps a hearing aid, physio and dental may run into thousands. As you age, these costs keep going up! And have you considered critical illness insurance?

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TRAVEL That was on the top of the list for your retirement activities, right? Before you go anywhere, you had better have travel insurance and hope to be healthy, because on top of the agebased increases in premiums, the extras for various health problems are significant. Then you need to allow for the ever-increasing cost of all travel-related functions and hope that in 10 years’ time you can afford to travel further than Calgary! INVESTMENTS Even with the best financial advisor managing your funds, another trashing by the markets like a couple of years ago, may put a major damper on your financial future. You’ll need all the help you can get unless you are a financial wizard or independently wealthy, in which case, none of the above would bother you. Happy retirement!

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A Grand-Family Playground

Travel & Adventure

BY RICK & CHRIS MILLIKAN

ur children grew up enjoying sunny vacations on Maui. Together, we built fanciful sandcastles, rode roaring waves and, after lessons on snorkel gear in the pool, explored worlds of underwater fascination. Returning now as grandparents, we happily check out possibilities for future family fun around West Maui. Our research begins with an exploration of its coastal heritage trail – perfect for grandchildren. Stretching from Napili Bay to Dr. Fleming Beach, this spectacular easily navigated three-kilometre route skirts four picture-perfect sugar sand beaches. Beyond the magnificent white crescents of Napili and Kapalua Bays, this trail continues over plush resort lawns and onto a rugged lava moonscape. Then winding down onto a boardwalk, it parallels Oneloa Bay where pohuehue, purple-blossomed beach morning glories, and naupaka, white-flowered shrubs, border golden sand dunes. At the bay’s north end, the trail rises between clusters of luxury condos and across the Ritz Carlton’s immense lawn. Stopping at an extensive hedge enclosing an ancient burial ground, we admire a lava sculpture reflecting the site’s sacred essence. This intriguing artwork depicts two mo’o lizards and two humans around a concentric hole, representing the portal where Hawaiian souls are guided to ancestral spirits. Detouring downward alongside the golf course, we cross Maui’s oldest lava flow and pause to shuffle though a New Age meditation labyrinth before proceeding toward the jagged shoreline. There, cen-

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turies of sea salt spray have whitened a row of flat upright rocks. These notable “Dragon’s Teeth” will surely enchant young imaginations. Returning to the trail, we glimpse a remnant of the 17th century trail that encircled Maui. At Fleming Beach, puzzled by a regatta of powerboats and outriggers offshore, a local explains, “Today, club canoe paddlers race nearly 52-kilometres across the channel to Molokai.” While we picnic under shady ironwood trees, red-crested cardinals and colourful java sparrows dive for our tidbits. During a morning nature hike, guide and plant guru Jaclyn welcomes us aboard the Jean Cousteau Ambassadors’ shuttle. At the trailhead, she explains, “You will be seeing both a unique rainforest and extraordinary arboretum. Every rise in elevation rewards nature lovers large and small with fascinating ecological niches. In ascending Maunalei Arboretum, you’ll see the layers of Maui’s plant history, first sighting founder Dr. Fleming’s early plantings.” Reforesting earlier clear-cuts of prized koa and sandalwood trees, this visionary arborist planted varieties of international species including the now huge rubber trees. Gigantic banyans present natural playgrounds for youngsters. Bouncing on one root trampoline, Jaclyn points out the gnarly climbing branches and tough swinging vines. Easily propagated, guava trees growing everywhere drop golden fruit that sweetly perfume the air. Passing next through a dense coffee grove, Jaclyn explains, “Maui’s royal ali’i once owned the lands. Here, commoners grew these beans to pay for property.” The second level reveals many of the plants brought in canoes by ancient Hawaiians. Preserved and labelled, these native plants reflect a lifestyle that persisted for centuries. Jaclyn shows us hala fronds used for basket weaving, ahuhu for sedating fish, olona vines for making nets or fishing line and medicinal herbs to treat ailments. Gradually ambling upward, she explains the dense greenery: “Our rainforests produce an equivalent biomass to other rainforests, but uniquely at ground level.” A mix of endemic flora and fauna flourish at the highest altitude. A cacophony of cheery chirps emanates from ohia trees above us; frilly red blossoms ooze perfect nectar for elusive yellow and red-winged honeycreepers that flit from

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branch to branch. Rare ferns and weird mushrooms grow amid the tumultuous greenery. Horizontal spiderwebs appear ready to snare Hawaii’s endemic wingless insects. At the summit, we view sweeping coastal panoramas and faraway Molokai. Descending, we chat about this as very delightful, insightful walk for young inquiring minds. Later, at well-protected Kapalua Bay, we rejoin Jaclyn and several multi-aged ambassadors of the environment learning about underwater ecology and the use of waterproof digital cameras. On an ocean of motion, we’re encouraged to focus on less animate animals like coral heads, sea cucumbers and sea urchins. “Those boring urchins below are actually interesting!” Jaclyn grins, “See how they’ve cut deep grooves in the coral? They patrol them on their spiny tube feet.” Allowing these toxic critters to continue their groovy work, she later dives, brings up creatures and takes pictures of us as we cuddle a benign orange pencil urchin and decorator urchin. Gaining confidence, and realizing our cameras’ gigabyte potential, progress goes from clicking lazing lizardfish and shy boxfish to snapping darting triggerfish and splashy parrotfish. Educated earlier on how varieties of yellow butterfly fish mate for life, several romantic couples become memorialized! This adventure would be a sure hit with kids! Daily snorkels at this and other local bays reveal blue neon wrasses cleaning up lineups of large fish and snowflake morays twisting among the coral searching for food, while colourful fish follow, perhaps hoping something tasty would be stirred up! A brown octopus slithers onto a coral head, and morphs into an indistinguishable speckled white lump in an act of truly magical camouflage. Swimming in a nearby cove, eight graceful turtles surround me, including two huge mottle-shelled residents – maybe fellow seniors! Such remarkable undersea dramas can be shared with grandchildren. Snorkels in Napili Bay consistently end in time for us to attend Hawaiian cultural talks. Resorts like our Napili Kai Beach Resort often include such enriching presentations. Helping ourselves to icy lemonade and fresh pineapple bits, we sit among interested families listening to speakers tell about canoe building, historic fishing techniques, coconut husking and basket weaving. On-site, Sea House Restaurant provides tempting island breakfasts: frittatas layered with purple sweet potatoes, red peppers and local goat cheese; volcano pancakes erupting with pineapple and local apple-bananas. Yet, simple breakfasts on our lanai are also very pleasant. Concerning comfort foods and special diets, Maui’s condo living facilitates homecooked meals. Supermarkets offer familiar products, succulent tropical fruit and delis that provide a range of Hawaiian delicacies and plate lunches, popular on-the-go meals served first during Maui’s plantation days. When lacking grand babysitters like us, island nanny services allow moms and dads to slip away on romantic dates or adult-oriented ventures. Investigating such on-site activi-

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ties, we attend a putting social. Sipping Cuba Libres we hook, slice and generally maintain a high score in this game where low scores triumph. Grinning, we win the booby prize! At next evening’s sunset mai tai party, folks reminisce about traditional family vacations playing games, relaxing together poolside and going whalewatching. They tell about group outings to Haleakala volcano, Maui’s zoo and its large new aquarium as well as mov-

even has Portuguese horseshoes! Napili Kai Foundation maintains a 40-year tradition of weekly, first-class Polynesian shows. Joining folks from all over Maui, we watch talented keiki youngsters perform storytelling Hawaiian hulas and dances from Tahiti and New Zealand. Inspired by this young troupe involved in rich island culture, we picture our granddaughter enrolling in future hula lessons, maybe with Grandma!

Chris watches an Outrigger race from the beach.

ies, spectacular evening luaus and live shows in nearby Ka’anapali or Lahaina. We also learn how many resorts like ours offer small pitch and putts, shuffleboard and volleyball, and how ours

This island paradise offers myriads of activities for children of all ages! Now updated on West Maui’s fun, we can hardly wait to return for some SL grand-family holidays!

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Volunteering

A GIFT OF INDEPENDENCE

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heaping dose of patience, a terrific sense of humour and a love of dogs are traits shared by the Volunteer Puppy Raisers for the BC Guide Dog Services. Art and Sandy Raven have always had dogs. “It’s hardest when you lose your pet to illness and old age,” says Sandy. “It’s like losing a member of your family. Being first-time volunteer puppy raisers is a compromise for us. We get to enjoy our first pup, Victoria, for 18-months before she goes for more intensive training.” From the beginning, puppies are trained to wear their “Guide Dog in Training” jackets, allowing them access wherever their volunteer puppy raiser goes. Victoria, a first generation golden lab/golden retriever cross, rides in the family car, travels the transit system, strolls through shopping malls, visits coffee shops and restaurants, attends Golden Rods and Reels meetings, has been to Sandy’s gym and experienced much more while wearing her jacket. She is often on the family boat and once endured a horrendous hailstorm with the loudest thunder Art had ever heard. “Victoria just stood up in the boat, looked around with this expression of ‘What’s the big deal?’ before lying down again,” recalls Art. Firmness and consistency are strictly followed when teaching basic commands to the puppies. “There are no puppy treats; no rewards – just lots of love, hugs and affection,” says Sandy. Having owned several dogs, the Ravens agree that Victoria is unique. Art laughs as he recalls another incident. “Victoria learned to ring a set of bells hanging on the door every time she needs to go out. Initially, you ring the bell so that she associated ringing the bell with going outside. This worked well for toilet training. But then you get a dog with a bit of ‘spark.’ She sees me just relaxing, so she rings the bell. I get up to open the door. She’ll just sit there with this mischievous look so you know she only wants to play. It’s amazing how she learned this d by herself!” Nancy Klinger an Chalmers at Pet Nancy Klinger, Expo 2011

a retired schoolteacher, always loved dogs and felt volunteering as a puppy raiser would be a way to give back to her community. Chalmers is her third guide-dog puppy. Like Victoria, Chalmers wears his jacket when he is “working,” accompanying Nancy on all her errands, appointments and social engagements. Both dogs are practising their guiding skills and adapting to different situations whenever they’re outside their homes. Guiding in malls is a challenge as they navigate through crowds including travelling on escalators and elevators. Laughing, Nancy tells a story involving Finn, her second pup. “It was summer and as I left the mall, I put on my sunglasses to walk to the car. The old jackets the dogs wore had many sponsors written on it, so the words ‘in training’ weren’t easily seen,” recalls Nancy. “When we came to the car I said, ‘Find car door’ and Finn was to sit and wait until invited into the car. Just as I gave the command, a bewildered voice behind me, in all seriousness, said, ‘Lady, if you tell me you are blind and you get into that car and drive away, I am

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An Enduring Faith

BY VERNICE SHOSTAL

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job in a Mennonite settlement in Paraguay. While working there, another new opportunity presented itself: immigration to Canada.

Author Emma Salmon-Plett

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orn and raised in Paraguay, Emma Salmon-Plett, author of An Enduring Faith, a novel chronicling the trials of the Mennonites while they moved from country to country looking for a place to freely practise their faith, has personally endured and persevered to overcome language, health and financial obstacles. In her book, Emma traces the Mennonite background to its beginnings in 16th century Holland where a group of people adopted the theology of killing as a sin. They did not believe in repaying evil for evil, did not want to go to war and said they would rather die than kill in self-defence. In order to practise their faith openly, the Mennonites moved from Holland to Germany, where they lived until 1789 when the king issued an edict that stopped the growth of the Mennonite settlements. As a result, the Mennonites moved to Russia where Catherine the Great, who considered agriculture the backbone of a healthy economy, decided to populate the area with experienced farmers. She asked Mennonites and other German farmers to come to Russia, and offered them freedom of religion, free land, free transportation and support until they could produce enough income to support themselves. After the czarina’s death, the succeeding rulers were less generous to the Mennonites and, by the end of the Second World War the religious group was on the move again, this time to Paraguay, a landlocked country in South America, where Emma, the fourth child in the Plett family, was born. Money was scarce in the family of 12 and after Grade 6, instead of continuing her education, Emma picked cotton for two years until her parents found a way to have her continue her education. Four more years of school and two years of teacher training opened the door for Emma to get a teaching

“Exchanging Canada for Paraguay was beyond any imagination,” says Emma. “To us, it seemed to be synonymous to going to Canaan, the country where milk and honey would flow in abundance.” The Pletts sold their 16-hectare farm, including three hous-

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es and a barn, which gave them enough money for only half the airfare. With a Canadian uncle’s financial help, the family made the journey to Canada. They landed in Toronto and took a train across the country to Sardis, British Columbia, where they settled and the entire family, except for Emma’s mother, went to work to repay their debt to the uncle. Fluent in German and Spanish, but not English, Emma spent her evenings in Canada learning the new language at night school. A year later, she enrolled at UBC and, in 1962, received a bachelor’s degree. Meanwhile, a mole on Emma’s neck had turned into melanoma and required surgery. During the procedure, doctors had to remove much of her right shoulder muscles, and she was unable to do any kind of work with her arm, including writing; however, she managed to get a job at the library where she had worked before. The same year, the German department at UBC initiated a program in graduate studies leading to a PhD. Emma registered. Still unable to write, Emma had a friend make duplicate copies of her notes until she discovered she could type. “Using both hands for typing seemed to put less pressure on the shoulder,” says Emma. To add to her good luck, she was given a scholarship and a teaching position. While in graduate studies, Emma met John Salmon whom she married in 1969, the same year she received her PhD, something she had never dreamed of. Throughout her life, Emma has travelled extensively, including lengthy visits to Quito, Ecuador, where she wrote and hosted a Low German radio broadcast. Another entrepreneurial undertaking included opening a language school in Nanaimo. Emma likes to spend time with her two children and a granddaughter, as well as gardening. “I have a miniature ‘Butchart’ garden,” she says. “I keep my memory sharp by being involved in church, planting and teaching Bible at our Bible study meetings.” Every life is a journey. Emma Salmon’s faith journey gave her the strength to overcome financial hurdles, a language barrier and cancer surgery that left her partially incapacitated to achieve a doctoral degree, marry, raise a family and live a SL full life. An Enduring Faith is available at Amazon. com or from Emma at 250-743-2387.

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Irresistible Ireland Travel & Adventure

BY JAN ROSS

“Ireland is where strange tales begin and happy endings are possible.” –Charles Haughey

etermined not to be those slack-jawed North Americans who stare at the unfamiliar in Ireland in incredible awe – we fail. But this is different. This is incredible. This is a castle. We stand outside the first hotel of our stay on our escorted tour of Ireland and try to be cool and calm when inside we are as giddy as schoolkids at the thought of staying and sleeping in an actual castle.

Dromoland Castle

On our first night in Ireland, after travelling for many hours, we collapse onto our bed at a little hotel near the airport. The next morning, strolling around waiting for our ride, we notice the palm trees growing around the hotel. We are astonished to see palm trees in Ireland, but apparently, the climate is so temperate that a wide variety of foliage can be found here. After this eye-opening introduction to Ireland, we board our shuttle and head out to experience Ireland. The country is remarkably beautiful. Fields are as bright green as a newly polished emerald surrounded by stone fences carefully laid by hand hundreds of years ago. The cold, grey Atlantic smashes against craggy cliffs and rocks, creating a sombre mood, but, just when you wonder how the Irish people stand that depressing weather, a perfect rainbow appears and lifts your spirits. If you plan your outings around a sunny day, you will never leave your hotel. Just do what the 56

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Irish do and wear a raincoat with a hood that you can throw back when, inevitably, the wind blows away the rain clouds and the sun comes out. If you miss seeing a rainbow, don’t worry, there will be another one shortly. We’ve never seen as many rainbows as we saw in Ireland. A mystical, ancient land, there are crumbling towers next to modern neighbourhoods because the superstitious Irish people don’t believe in tampering with history. But it’s not only their love and reverence for their history that makes the Irish people so interesting, as we found with our friendly and voluble tour guide, it’s also their knack for storytelling. Dromoland Castle, our first hotel stay, is an ancient castle converted into a luxury hotel. This is by far the most fantastic place we have ever stayed. We drive through the stone gateway and wind through gorgeous acres of lush grass, while we view the green rolling hills of the world-class golf course and beautiful, old trees covered with gold and copper fall leaves. As we pull up to the ivy-covered front of the grey stone-walled castle, we realize this could very well be the highlight of our trip. One of the most famous baronial castles in Ireland, it was the ancestral home of the O’Briens, Barons of Inchiquin. The O’Briens are one of the few native Gaelic families in Ireland and direct descendants of Brian Boroimhe (Boru), the High King of Ireland in the 11th century. Donough O’Brien, a son of Brian Boru, was the lord of the castle when Dromoland was just a defensive stronghold. The Queen Anne Court was built in 1700 with 29 guestrooms and is a century older than the rest of the castle, which was rebuilt in 1800 with stone from a nearby quarry on the Dromoland Estate. In 1962, the castle and part of the grounds were sold and converted into a luxury hotel, but the O’Brien family retained a home and part of the estate and continues to live there. Walking out of the cold, rainy, grey Irish day into the comfortable front lobby, it could be any luxury hotel until you notice the grey stone castle walls and the two suits of armour

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displayed by the front desk. Marvelling at the beauty of the furnishings and the lusciously appointed guest rooms, we stroll around the grounds, visiting the turret Sir Edward O’Brien built so he could watch his racehorses; he once gambled the entire estate on a race but, luckily, his horse Sean Buis won. The horse was later buried under the Temple, 100 yards from the entrance to the castle. Everywhere are colourful and fearless pheasants that run across the path in front of us and dart into the thick undergrowth. The best way to see the grounds, if you are short on time, is to rent a golf cart; we drive all around the lush grounds of the golf course and have a wonderfully different view of the castle over the beautiful Dromoland Lough.

The author tours the Dromoland Castle estate in a golf cart.

This trip to Ireland is an escorted vacation with Brendan Vacations, but several tour operators provide escorted vacations in Ireland. Those who enjoy cruises or all-inclusive resorts will truly enjoy an escorted vacation. The all-inclusive price and someone else taking care of all our transportation needs while moving our suitcases from one gorgeous hotel to another is lovely. The comfortable motor coach waits for us each morning and we clamber aboard to be transported from one incredible experience to another. There is also plenty of time to head off on your own for adventures, if you are so inclined. From Dromoland, we venture out to the Cliffs of Moher for our first full day of sightseeing at this incredible location. You should be aware that Ireland, although it does have highways, is mostly comprised of small, winding roads and those with motion sickness should definitely talk to a doctor before travelling. After becoming used to green fields, still lakes and craggy rocks, it’s a shock to see the Atlantic Ocean stretching to the horizon. It’s easy to forget that Ireland is an island until you arrive at the beautiful coastline. Most movies about Ireland contain a clip of the Cliffs of Moher. Rugged and grey, they tower over the Atlantic while white lace-capped waves crash against the shore. Seabirds

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chocolates and we stock up on several boxes of Lily O’Brien, Butler and Skellig chocolates. Most of the beautiful Irish sweaters and capes found in the shops are not actually made in Ireland, but you can find beautiful Irish linen as well as the delicious chocolates. Lovely silver necklaces and rings in interesting Celtic shapes are also great souvenirs. The next day is spent marvelling at the fabulous landscapes in the famous Ring of Kerry or the Iveragh Peninsula. This unspoiled region is a tourist trail in County Kerry, which runs from the fantastic coastline inland to scenic, ancient stone forts and rolling, green fields where slabs of limestone rock poke through the tundra to create an alien yet compelling landscape.

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From the Cliffs of Moher, we drive to Rathbaun Farm, a working Irish farm, where we are thrilled to watch a collie herding sheep in a demonstration set up just for us - but we are even more thrilled with the lovely farm lunch. We devour the fresh Irish scones, heaped with black current jam and delicious, whipped cream. It’s worth a trip to Ireland just for those scones. Ireland, surprisingly, is known for its excellent homemade

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• Ireland is temperate so, even in November, the weather is pleasant. The temperature remains moderate throughout the year. • Take a light jacket or sweater for layering as well as an umbrella or raincoat because it rains often – although that usually results in a rainbow! • An escorted tour is one of the best ways to see the highlights of Ireland. We were very pleased with Brendan Vacations (brendanvacations.com). • An escorted vacation is an especially economical way to travel since many meals are included as well as entrance fees to attractions, etc. (from around $1,000 pp and up, not including airfare. • Dromoland Castle (www.dromoland.ie) is a wonderful, historical and fascinating place to stay and conveniently located in County Clare, close to the Shannon airport. • Don’t miss the magniﬁcent Cliffs of Moher (www.cliffsofmoher.ie) • Stop for lunch and a visit at Rathbaun Farm (www.rathbaunfarm. com) and experience an authentic Irish farm. • The Foynes Flying Boat Museum (www.ﬂyingboatmuseum.com) is interesting and well worth a stop. • Try to spend as much time as possible in the beautiful city of Dublin (www.visitdublin.com).

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The traditional village of Adare is located in County Limerick and advertises itself as the “prettiest village in Ireland” – we don’t argue. With traditional, thatchedroof homes, an ancient and beautiful church and a scenic stream running through town, Adare is so scenic the sun shines brightly during the entire visit as we admire the scenery and the bright flowers. Next, we find ourselves at the Killarney Park Hotel, one of the five-star hotels selected for the tour; our room has a TV in the bathroom, right above the deep Jacuzzi tub. How luxurious! Not particularly excited about our next planned stop at The Foynes Flying Boat Museum, where the most interesting claim to fame includes a replica of Pan Am’s Yankee Clipper, I am pleasantly surprised. Irish Coffee was first concocted in the small airport at Foynes and they give free samples during the museum tour. The most interesting part is the Yankee Clipper. Generous bunk beds, seven-course meals, room to stroll around – if only we could fly like that today! From the museum, we wander across the street to a local pub for lunch. The pubs in Ireland, although they do serve alcohol, are like family restaurants. With dark wood decor, heavy glass serving dishes, and wonderful, filling and inexpensive food along with friendly people, the pubs are a wonderful place to stop for a meal. After spending several nights at Dromoland Castle, we are ready for more castle adventures and excited to be visiting Blarney Castle. Seeking eloquence, my husband and I both willingly kiss the Blarney Stone after a steep, tight and unnerving climb to the top of the castle. My mental image of an impressive stone with some sort of brass plaque is dashed; the stone is nothing like that. Visitors kiss the side of the castle. Somewhat anti-climactic, but at least I can say I’ve kissed the Blarney Stone! Our tour of Ireland ends in the beautiful and historic city of Dublin, where we are impressed by the Book of Kells, but even more impressed by our tour of the Guinness Storehouse. Originally the Guinness factory, the savvy Guinness Company transformed the factory into one of the most popular tourist destinations in Dublin. Designed to resemble a glass of Guinness with golden foam surrounding you, the building includes a lot of original equipment used to make the tasty brew, as well as a bar where tour goers can learn the correct way to draw a Guinness – and get a free drink in the process! Everyone then heads to the very top of the building with free drink passes where a large round room includes a bar in the centre and huge, glass windows that provide the best view of Dublin in the whole city. As we fly out of Dublin the next morning, I mull over Ireland – incredible coastline, gorgeous green fields strewn with boulders, ancient castles, churches and cities, scenic pubs, and incredibly hospitable people. Our first visit to IreSL land – but not our last! WWW.SENIORLIVINGMAG.COM

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s we move through this century, more and more ways are being found to keep us living longer; many more of us are becoming centenarians. But what is the point of living longer, if we simply exist? According to Stephen Post in his book Why Good Things Happen to Good People, practising generosity and gratitude help us live healthier lives. According to Stephen, some of the benefits are: When we focus on what we are grateful for, our bodies create more antibodies that are natural. So, create vitamin C by simply being kinder to a friend or neighbour you’ve had trouble with lately. If you’ve had a lingering cold this season, kindness just may make you feel better. Gratitude helps us mentally focus. When we are grateful and give of ourselves, we are less vulnerable to clinical depression. It is logical that when giving and connecting to others, there’s less time to be concerned about minor daily irritants. So rather than getting upset with drivers who cut you

off in traffic, just smile and send them on their way. Generosity and gratitude also help us to be calmer. Decide to be less demanding and in turn keep your blood pressure in line AND decrease the wrinkles! Gratitude and generosity also make us stronger physically, mentally and emotionally. Caregivers, share with each other all those things that make each of you smile and add them to your “Happy List.” People who have received a donated organ have a heightened sense of well-being and heal faster. So, according to Stephen, gratefulness and generosity help build natural defences and strength, sharpen wits, calm the spirit and facilitate healing. Sounds like an easy solution to staying well as we move along in this lifetime. Think about what you are grateful for and each day jot down five of them SL in a journal. Pat Nichol is a speaker and published author. Reach her at www.patnichol.com

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remember when everything shut down on Sundays – pubs, theatres, department stores, banks. Some called it the Sabbath, but it wasn’t and isn’t. Saturday is the Sabbath. Sunday is the “Lord’s” Day. You remember the Lord; the one the Bible is all about. Certain things were revered in those days. Not like today when the public only seems to revere irreverence. There were limits then. Not like now when everything and anything goes. Some used to whisper about smut, while now it is advertised and recognized as an art form. I guess I’m old fashioned. I still believe in morality, honour, respect and integrity. At one time, these values were real and not debated like they are today. They were honoured and not laughed at. Now, like many things of old, they have become antiquated and put in mental museums. Some of the young, I am told, don’t even believe that such values once held dominance. Much the pity! I miss those days when the guys warned all to stay off their blue suede shoes, Al Capp presented Sadie Hawkins Day once a year and, in the summer, staying out until near dark playing “May I?” and “Hide ‘n’ Go Seek.”

I remember when girls wore crinolines under their skirt or dress when they dolled up and their hair in those huge pin curlers with a kerchief over their heads in preparation for Saturday night. I remember pedal pushers and pegged pants. I remember fender skirts on cars and root beer floats and the Shadow claiming he knew everything. I remember the Hit Parade and flypaper, clotheslines, Howdy Doody, Clarabell and Jim Anderson. Going “steady” was almost like being engaged. And I remember kids’ lemonade stands on the corner with a jug of lemonade made with real lemons (five cents a glass!). I remember strutting around all week, but being quiet on Sunday because we didn’t want to offend God. Chip wagons and Saturday afternoon cowboys on the silver screen. I still buy the odd box of Cracker Jacks and dig for the prize because I dare to remember. I remember the bogeyman that caused me to hide under the covers when night got darker than night. Twelve-cent movies, five-cent ice-cream cones and I remember yo-yos, bollo bats and doublewinner marbles. I remember getting the strap in the principal’s office. What I see and hear around me now almost dares me to remember “then”

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and realize the treasures I took for granted and will never have again. But I guess each generation, when the twilight comes, say similar things about their present and their past. I remember our cottage in Central Canada. We used coal oil lamps, candles and a flashlight to guide us out to the outhouse on a coal black night. How excited my mom was when the hand pump was put in the cottage kitchen and she (or we) didn’t have to haul the bucket of water from the lake – a lake that could be a playground or a bathtub, depending on the circumstances. My friends say I remember too much. But I don’t think a person can have too much of a good thing. Especially when it dared you to believe and now dares you to remember. I remember when a penny was a giant, a nickel a treasure and a quarter a fortune! We went out to play seeking adventure. Using our imagination to capture “pretend” and make it work for us. I watch pale-faced kids today locked into violent video games for 99 per cent of their free time. Their heroes wear makeup and pound on guitars. I remember Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, Mel Torme and Vic Damone, Nat King Cole and Frankie Lain, big bands like The Dorseys, Glen Miller, Guy Lombardo and Benny Goodman. I could understand the lyrics and the beat then. Not so much now. But I guess today’s generation will, one day, look back on now and realize it has turned into “then.” Somehow, I just can’t imagine an old couple covered in tattoos sitting in their rockers saying, “Oh listen, they’re playing an oldie! It’s Lady Gaga shouting out our song. Oh, SL those good ol’ days.”

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