Seniors Directory 2023

as we age

SENIORS RESOURCE GUIDE

Supporting families while promoting independence at

Centre of Attraction

Talk to the Qualicare team about flexible options for AM/PM and 24/7 care, short and long term, help with errands and appointments, specialized care plans for dementia, ALS, Parkinson’s, MS, palliative care, and more.

There’s an energy that comes from living at the centre of it all; a buzz that unites the people and places that connect a community. That’s the vibe we’ve created in our central Burnaby location – a bustling, spirited synergy with our surroundings inside and out.

At Mulberry PARC, we’ve paired luxurious suites with modern home comforts, and close-knit locales with fun communal spaces. It’s a comfortable, connected and vibrant place to live, with everything you need at your fingertips. You’ll catch the vibe the moment you walk through the door.

Come for a tour and see for yourself why Mulberry PARC has been voted the Best Independent Living residence in Burnaby.

The Tri-City News is pleased to present the sixth edition of As We Age, a wellness and activity guide for seniors in the Tri-Cities. This publication is a great resource for information about the needs of people over 50 in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra. As We Age aims to serve the Tri-City News’ more senior readers by shedding light on ways for those at or nearing retirement age to live active and heathy lives. This year’s edition offers an array of helpful guidance including engaging articles, community contacts, a directory of local organizations and resources, and more. Thanks for taking the time to read our publication. We’d be very happy to hear your comments on what you would like to see in future editions..

Lara Graham Publisher | The Tri-City News

It’s time to put you first

At Aspira we offer personalized retirement plans that will help you to stay active, inspired, and comfortable on your terms. A warm and vibrant community of like-minded peers awaits, so come in and view our stylish Independent Living and Assisted Living suites today.

While you’re there why not get a feel for our signature programs? Led by our executive chefs, Nourish by Aspira offers fresh, healthy delicious meals with a variety of choices for all courses. With Active by Aspira you can keep the pep in your step with fitness classes at your comfort level. Explore by Aspira allows to engage in a wide range of activities and enjoy an array of experiences. So, if you’re tired of chores ruling your retirement or you feel like you have no time for the people and things you love, then we have a plan for you. It’s time for Plan A, it’s time for Aspira. Call: 1-866-959-4848

As We Age is published annually by the Tri-City News and Glacier Media Inc.

Compassionate Senior Home Care

GOVERNMENT

YOUR FEDERAL MPS

Bonita Zarrillo

MP Port Moody–Coquitlam

1116 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-664-9229 I bonitazarrillo.ndp.ca

Ron McKinnon

MP Coquitlam–Port Coquitlam

101-3278 Westwood St., Port Coquitlam

604-927-1080 I ronmckinnon.libparl.ca

GOVERNMENT SERVICES:

FEDERAL

Service Canada

Service Canada provides a single point of access to a wide range of government services and benefits.

2963 Glen Dr., Coquitlam

1-800-622-6232

CPP & OAS:

1-800-277-9914 | servicecanada.gc.ca | canada.ca

Canada Revenue Agency

For information on income tax, RRSPs, TFSAs and other tax items.

1-800-959-8281 | canada.ca

Citizenship & Immigration Canada

1-888-242-2100 cic.gc.ca

Compassionate Care Benefit

This is a benefit that pays claimants who provide care or support to a gravely ill family member.

1-800-206-7218 | servicecanada.gc.ca

Disability Tax Credit

1-800-959-8281 | canada.ca

Prisoner of War Compensation

1-866-522-2122 | veterans.gc.ca

TIPS – Tax Information Phone Service

1-800-267-6999 | canada.ca

Veterans Affairs Canada

1-866-522-2122 | veterans.gc.ca

YOUR PROVINCIAL MLAS

Fin Donnelly

MLA Coquitlam–Burke Mountain

510-2950 Glen Dr., Coquitlam 604-942-5020 I

bcndpcaucus.ca/mla/fin-donnelly/

Mike Farnworth

MLA Port Coquitlam

107A-2748 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam 604-927-2088 I

bcndpcaucus.ca/mla/mike-farnworth/

Rick Glumac

MLA Port Moody–Coquitlam

2708 St. Johns St., Port Moody

604-936-8709 I

rickglumac.mla.bcndpcaucus.ca

Selina Robinson

MLA Coquitlam–Maillardville

102-1108 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-933-2001 I

bcndpcaucus.ca/mla/selina-robinson

GOVERNMENT

PROVINCIAL

Pharmacare

SERVICES:

Pharmacare helps BC residents with the cost of eligible prescription drugs and certain medical supplies.

604-683-7151 | gov.bc.ca

seniorsBC.ca

This website provides information about government programs and services for older adults. The goal is to provide the residents of BC with one place to go to find all the information they need to plan for and live a healthy, active aging lifestyle.

ServiceBC

This number will provide information on any Government of BC service or program.

604-660-2421 or 1-800-663-7867 | gov.bc.ca

Deaf or hard of hearing:

604-775-0303 | gov.bc.ca

Seniors Supplement

An automatic top-up to the federal payment for eligible individuals. gov.bc.ca

Vital Statistics Agency

Registers all births, marriages, deaths and name changes in BC. It also maintains a wills registry.

1-888-876-1633 | gov.bc.ca

GOVERNMENTS:

TRI-CITIES

CITY OF COQUITLAM

3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam coquitlam.ca | 604-927-3000

ENGINEERING EMERGENCIES:

Water, sewer, roads

604-927-3500 | email epw@coquitlam.ca

ONLINE SERVICES DIRECTORY coquitlam.ca/9/How-Do-I

CITY OF PORT COQUITLAM

2580 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam

604-927-5411 | portcoquitlam.ca

EMERGENCIES:

Fire/smoke, medical or police: 911

ENGINEERING EMERGENCIES:

Water, sewer, roads

604-927-5496

After hours: 604-543-6700

CITY OF PORT MOODY

100 Newport Dr., Port Moody

604-469-4500 | portmoody.ca

EMERGENCIES:

Fire/smoke, medical or police: 911

OPERATIONS OR PARKS EMERGENCIES:

604-469-4574

WILDLIFE — BC CONSERVATION OFFICER:

1-877-952-7277

BYLAW COMPLAINTS: 604-469-4541

GARBAGE AND RECYCLING: 604-469-4574

HEALTH SERVICES

AUDIOLOGISTS/ HEARING AIDS

AAA audio lab

137 Glacier St., Coquitlam

604-941-6276

Connect Hearing

304-2963 Glen Dr., Coquitlam

604-944-4595 I connecthearing.ca

Connect Hearing

1115 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-931-8484 I connecthearing.ca

Costco Hearing Centre 2370 Ottawa St., Port Coquitlam

604-552-3660

Hear at Home Mobile Hearing Clinic

778-340-1101 I hearathome.ca

Kennedy Hearing Centre

378-3025 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam

604-942-4080

Network Hearing

2748 Lougheed Highway, Port Coquitlam 604-552-4503 I networkhearing.ca

NexGen Hearing

100-2976 Glen Dr., Coquitlam

604-474-2038 I nexgenhearing.com

CANCER SUPPORT

Advanced Healing Arts

201-2615 St. Johns St., Port Moody 604-939-4325 I advancedhealingarts.ca

BC Cancer - breast screening

108-3242 Westwood St., Port Coquitlam

604-927-2130

bccancer.bc.ca/screening/breast

Cancer Connection

Support from trained Cancer Connection volunteers is available to any adult.

1-888-939-3333 I cancerconnection.ca

FRAUD ALERT

A Scammer may request unusual forms of payment such as gift cards, pre-paid credit cards or cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.

Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO)

COSCO is an advocacy group devoted to seniors’ concerns.

604-576-9734 I coscobc.org

Crossroads Hospice Society

Crossroads volunteers and staff provide life-affirming care for patients and their families, helping them with emotional, physical and spiritual concerns that often arise as the end of life approaches.

604-945-0606 crossroadshospice.org

Port Moody Health Integrative Medicine and Cancer Care

202-101 Klahanie Dr., Port Moody 604-949-0077 I portmoodyhealth.com

FRAUD ALERT

When you get a call, email or text that seems off, stop and listen to your voice of reason. Never give numbers for your credit card, bank account or passport, or any other personal details.

COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES

Fraser Health - Home Health Services

Home Health offers a variety of at-home and community programs and services depending upon your care needs and eligibility. To identify your most appropriate care options, Home Health professionals consider the needs related not only to your physical symptoms, but also to other dimensions of your life such as your emotional well being and the support available through your family, friends and close community ties. No matter what the circumstances are, Home Health professionals take the time to understand your unique needs and situation so they can plan the best care solutions for you.

Tri-Cities Home Health Office

700-220 Brew St., Port Moody

604-777-7300 | fraserhealth.ca

Home Health Service Line: 1-855-412-2121

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Adult Day Programs Henderson Place Mall

2058-1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam

Multi-Level Care Society supports seniors to stay healthy and happy in the community, which

prevents hospitalization.

604-468-6000 | successbc.ca

DENTURISTS

Anderson Prasad Denture Clinic

470-3025 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam

604-942-6722 I andersondenture.ca

Brite Smile Dentures

3212 Jervis St., Port Coquitlam

604-724-0031 I denturist.health

Burke Mountain Denture Clinic

6211-2850 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam

604-944-4910

burkemountaindentureclinic.com

Denturist Association of BC

604-886-1705 I denturist.bc.ca

New West Dentureworks

270 522 Seventh St, New Westminster

604-553-1222 I newwestdentureworks.com

Nova Denture Center

101-1112 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-937-0224 I novadenturecenter.com

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Port Coquitlam Denture Clinic

3-1471 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-464-7779

portcoquitlamdentureclinic.com

Westwood Denture Clinic

169-3000 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam 604-468-4867 westwooddentureclinic.com

HEALTH & SUPPORT SERVICES

Aging My Way Homecare

Provides compassionate one-on-one care in the comfort of your home.

604-290-8331

Alzheimer Society of BC

604-681-6530 | alzheimer.ca/bc

Arthritis Answers Line

1-800-321-1433

Arthritis Society

604-714-5550 | arthritis.ca

Arthritis Support Group

604-878-8383 or 604-464-2890 balanceanddizziness.org

BC211

bc211 is a Vancouver-based non-profit organization that specializes in providing information and referral, regarding community, government and social services in BC.

Dial 211 | bc.211.ca

BC NurseLine

24-hour confidential non-emergency health information and advice. Translation services are available in more than 130 languages.

604-215-8110 or call 811

For hard of hearing:

1-866-889-4700

Big Hearts Home Healthcare

Personal care, meals and companionship.

604-493-2045 or 1-855-902-CARE I bigheartshomecare.ca

Canadian Mental Health Assoc.

Free mental health program with the support of a telephone coach.

1-866-639-0522 | bouncebackbc.ca

Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB)

CNIB works with people experiencing any degree of low vision.

1-800-563-2642 | cnib.ca

Council of Senior Citizens Organizations of BC (COSCO)

COSCO is an advocacy group committed to seniors’ concerns.

604-630-4201 | membership@coscobc.org

Crossroads Hospice Society

Volunteers and staff provide life-affirming care for patients and their families helping them with emotional, physical and spiritual issues that arise as the end of life approaches.

604-945-0606 | crossroadshospice.org

Diabetes Canada

604-732-1331 | diabetes.ca

Diabetes Education Centre

This centre provides information on lifestyle issues, how to manage diet and how and when to monitor blood glucose levels at home.

602-205 Newport Dr., Port Moody 604-949-7771

Dial a Dietitian

Specializing in nutritional information. Weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

604-215-8110 or 811

Dementia Hotline

1-800-936-6033

Driving Miss Daisy

Offering personal, friendly, through the door service from accompanying people to medical appointments to grocery shopping.

778-237-7433 | drivingmissdaisy.ca

Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation

Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation’s primary purpose is to raise funds and awareness to improve the health of the community through donations to Eagle Ridge Hospital. erhf.ca

HealthLinkBC - 811

Call to talk to a registered nurse, pharmacist or dietitian for help with any health concern, any time of the day or night.

Call 811

The service is available for those who are deaf or hearing impaired at 711. healthlinkbc.ca

Helping Hands & Heart Care Services

Offering care services in the Tri-City area for a few hours, a day, a week or by the month.

604-785-5355 | handsandheart.ca

Hero Home Care

Experienced nurse care managers will work with you and your family to develop a personalized home care solution

1-888-988-9913

herohomecare.ca I care@herohomecare.ca

Home Instead Senior Care

Offering friendly, responsive services in your neighbourhood.

604-552-3324 | homeinstead.ca

Just Like Family Home Care

Offering personalized, caring senior home care in the Tri-Cities.

778-858-2748 | justlikefamily.ca

MedicAlert Safely Home

This is a nationwide program designed to help identify a person with dementia who is lost and assist in their safe return home.

1-800-668-1507 | medicalert.ca

Nurse Next Door

This service provides 24/7 home care.

604-468-2273 | nursenextdoor.com

Osteoporosis Canada

1-800-463-6842 | osteoporosis.ca

Pain BC

An online support group that meets via zoom or by phone.

1-844-430-0818 | painbc.ca/supportgroups

Parkinson Society

This group offers support and services.

604-662-3240 | parkinson.bc.ca

Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program

This program is dedicated to enabling people who need assisted ventilation to meet their respiratory needs while living in the community. The program provides a comprehensive range of equipment and supplies, respiratory therapy, education and peer group support.

Toll free: 1-866-326-1245 (24 hours) bcits.org

Free Guide Unlocks Secrets of Senior Living Sponsored

When Ken and Shirley Loewen needed a supportive living solution for Ken’s 89-year-old mom, they weren’t sure where to start. “It was all so foreign to us,” says Shirley. “We did a lot of Googling and a lot of calling around. We asked our friends, but many were in similar situations and just as confused.”

Bria Communities offers a free guide to help those navigating senior living and care in BC. “There is a lot of confusion and misconceptions about senior living and home care,” says Tanya Snow, Director of Bria Communities, a family of seniors residences in Langley and South Delta. “It helps to have an expert in your corner; that’s why we created this tool.”

Rates starting at $2,900 p/month

Peace of Mind = All-Inclusive Senior Living

You spend your days doing what you love best, we’ll take care of the rest:

• Enjoy a variety of delicious, freshly-made options for each meal

• Take advantage of weekly housekeeping & linen services

• Peace of mind with a personal emergency alert service

• opportunities to stay fit, active & social every day

• Local courtesy shuttle service for personal use

• Month-to-month residency agreements

Langley & South Delta Retirement. Living!

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With 25 years of experience in the industry, Tanya has coached many seniors and their families searching for the right supportive living solution. “Home care, independent living, assisted living and long-term care each have nuances. First-timers to the conversation can get easily turned around.”

expert advice, overviews of services and subsidies, and clickable links.

“A resource like this prevents last-minute, urgent decision-making,” notes Tanya. “If you know what’s available, you can take advantage of it and enjoy a healthier lifestyle rather than waiting for an accident or incident to define the next step.”

Ken & Shirley’s research paid off; they found a facility that suits Ken’s mom; her quality of life improved, and she is flourishing. But, now in their 70s, the Loewens find themselves thinking about their next steps.

“It’s succinct, easy to follow, and easy to understand. I love that you can go to the links right in the PDF and click through to additional resources,” she says.

This Guide to Senior Living and Care offers more than answers; it offers hope.

“Many people don’t realize that there are lots of lively and vibrant options for seniors,” Tanya Snow says. “Your retirement home could be your best home yet. And finding your way there doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful; all you need is a bit of expert advice.”

The Guide to Senior Living in BC booklet simplifies the journey. “Our team has more than 100 combined years of senior living expertise,” says Tanya. “We took our most frequently asked questions and insider knowledge and turned it into an easy-to-use booklet.”

The 18-page guide offers a one-stop shop for older adults who want to know their options for senior living and care. It features simple descriptions, definitions,

“We know our kids are looking at us thinking, ‘when are you going to downsize?’” jokes Shirley. She and Ken live in a detached home in Aldergrove, BC, but they’re already thinking about what kind of community they want when they make their next move. “We’re thinking long-range because we want to find somewhere fulfilling,” she says.

In Shirley’s opinion, Guide to Senior Living in BC simplifies a complicated topic,

Download the guide as a free interactive pdf by visiting BriaCommunities. ca/Guide or call 1.844.969.2742 to request a paper copy.

~ Janice Miller

It’s succinct, easy to follow, and easy to understand. I love that you can go to the links right in the PDF and click through to additional resources.”

Bria Communities Director, Tanya Show.

PHOTO CREDIT BRIA COMMUNITIES

Qualicare Home Care

Caregivers, homemakers, companions, nurses, errands and appointment accompaniment are available. All services are provided with oversight from a nurse manager and unique 360 approach. Flexible care options for AM/PM care, short or long term, 24/7 care, dementia, ALS, Parkinson’s, MS, palliative care and more.

778-730-0225 qualicare.com

Safe Care Home Support

211-3030 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam

Safe Care Home Support offers many home support services including respite for family caregivers, in-home care, palliative care, Alzheimer’s/ dementia care and much more.

604-945-5005 | safecarehomesupport.ca

SAIL – Senior Abuse & Information Line

This service is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

604-437-1940; TTY 604-428-3359 seniorsfirstbc.ca

Seniors Professional Services

1-800-835-4043 seniorsprofessionalservices.ca

SHARE Family and Community Services

3020 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam

SHARE’s programs and initiatives for seniors are growing each year, as the need for services and supports for our community elders increases. The supports include Better at Home to assist seniors living independently in their own homes, adult substance use services, urgent access to mental health support, general counselling, English practice groups, legal advocacy support and many groups full of activities, community connection opportunities and supports for aging.

604-540-9161 | sharesociety.ca

Social Connections

The Phone Buddy Program is now known as Social Connections. This organization connects Coquitlam seniors with volunteers who can provide social contact through weekly phone calls. Seniors receive a compassionate and supportive ear to those in need of a friend and volunteers are carefully screened and matched by Coquitlam city staff.

604-927-6098 I coquitlam.ca/dogwood

Time Well Spent Senior Wellness

Providing seniors with in-home exercise and social activities to improve quality of life.

778-984-7144 | timewellspentbc.com

Tri-Cities Better at Home Program

2615 Clarke St., Port Moody

The program offers eligible seniors 65+ who reside in their own homes non-medical support services such as light housekeeping, transportation, grocery shopping and visits.

604-937-6991 | betterathome.ca or sharesociety.ca

Tri-Cities Community Response Network

The Community Response Network is made up of a diverse group of concerned community members, community agencies, local businesses, government agencies, professionals and others who come together to create a coordinated community response to abuse, neglect and self-neglect in vulnerable adults.

bccrns.ca

Tri-Cities Seniors’ Action Society

To educate, engage, inform, and mobilize Tri-Cities seniors and decision-makers

604-949-0599

Tri-City Transitions Society

402-207 Kingsway Ave., Port Coquitlam Tri-City Transitions supports all individuals who have experienced domestic violence and offers women and children a safe, secure place to rest, rejuvenate and rebuild their lives.

604-941-7111 | tricitytransitions.com

VictimLink BC

This is a toll-free confidential phone service available 24 hours, seven days a week providing information, referral services to all victims of crime and immediate crisis support to victims of family violence. It is available in 130 languages.

1-800-563-0808 | victimlinkbc.ca

Hard of hearing TTY 604-875-0885

MEAL PROGRAMS

Better Meals

This is a healthy foods service provider that prepares and delivers delicious meals to your door. Extensive experience in preparing food for the elderly with input it from qualified dieticians.

604-299-1877 | bettermeals.ca

Coquitlam Meaningful Meals for Seniors

Coquitlam seniors can purchase healthy, balanced meals for delivery from the city’s 50-plus pavilions. The city’s initiative is through a referral process. If you think you may qualify, you can self-refer. Please note: To be eligible for this program, you must be a Coquitlam resident, be over 50 years of age and be facing barriers that prevent you from accessing in-person City of Coquitlam services.

604-927-6098 or 604-927-6940 I coquitlam.ca/meals

Community food bank – SHARE

The SHARE food bank provides direct food support to supplement the diets of hundreds of individuals and families each week in the Tri-Cities. The organization believes that people should have access to healthy and nutritious food where they live and in a dignified manner. Eligibility for Food Bank assistance includes those working, receiving income assistance, pensions or employment insurance and must be residents of the Tri-Cities, Anmore or Belcarra. SHARE Family and Community Services hampers are distributed between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at three locations in the Tri-Cities:

COQUITLAM

Hillside Church, 1393 Austin Ave.

PORT COQUITLAM

Trinity United Church, 2211 Prairie Ave.

PORT MOODY

SHARE Family and Community Services, 2615 Clarke St. 604-931-2451 | sharesociety.ca

Meals on Wheels

POCOMO Meals on Wheels is a service providing home delivery of nutritional meals using a network of volunteer drivers to residents of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody who are unable to shop, prepare or cook meals. 604-942–7506 pocomomealsonwheels.com

FRAUD ALERT

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MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

AMPM Healthcare Solutions

1110A-2237 Hawkins St., Port Coquitlam

1-866-955-7226

ampmhealthcaresolutions.com

CanSleep Services

101-2963 Glen Dr., Coquitlam

604-468-5854

Evergreen Rehab & Wellness

100C-504 Cottonwood Ave., Coquitlam

604-449-5859 I evergreenclinic.ca

Evolution Technologies Inc.

2530 Davies Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-472-0200

JHJ Medical Supplies

102-1650 Broadway St., Port Coquitlam

778-948-9768 I jhjmedical.com

Lifecare Medical Ltd.

130-3030 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam

604-941-5433 I lifecare1.ca

Lighthouse Medical

3-91 Golden Dr., Coquitlam

1-866-609-6827

lighthousemedicalltd.com

Long Term Loans: Aids to Independent Living

The Long Term Loans, formerly known as the Aids to Independent Living (AIL) Program, loans equipment to Home Health clients with no other available options.

104-1776 Broadway St., Port Coquitlam

604-944-9042 I redcross.ca

MajnMar Medical Products

203-1130 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

778-872-3876

National Seating & Mobility

114-1533 Broadway St., Port Coquitlam

604-944-9644 I nsm-seating.com

Pacific Prescriptions & Medical Supplies

110-3001 Gordon Ave., Coquitlam

604-552-6941 I rxpacific.com

Paris everyBODY

114-3200 Westwood St., Port Coquitlam

604-942-4938 I pariseverybody.com

Regency Medical Supplies

4437 Canada Way, Burnaby

604-434-1383 | regencymed.com

Red Cross

The Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) is a community-based service made possible through the support of health authorities, donations of used equipment, and the efforts of volunteers and professional staff.

Advanced Short Term Loans: HELP Plus

The Red Cross partners with BC health authorities to provide short-term loans of advanced equipment such as hospital beds and patient lifts to eligible clients.

Scooter City

65 Clipper St., Coquitlam

604-540-6373

Smart Move Medical Supplies

2A-2054 Kingsway Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-626-2498

Stewart Medical Props

8-1642 Langan Ave., Port Coquitlam 778-317-3695 I smprops.ca

Technology for Independent Living Environmental control systems that assist people with physical disabilities to control devices in their homes and on the go. 604-326-0175 bcits.org

Tri-City Home Medical Equipment

1110-1368 Kingsway Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-945-0980

tricityhomemedicalequipment.com

Vancouver Medical Mattress Experts

1110-1369 Kingsway Ave., Port Coquitlam

778-899-0649

Wavefront Centre for Communication

Accessibility

This centre offers “Lend-An-Ear” Loaner Hearing Aid program, providing refurbished hearing aids at nominal cost to individuals.

604-736-7391 | wavefrontcentre.ca

MEDICAL LABS

COQUITLAM

LifeLabs Medical

1194 Lansdowne Dr., Coquitlam

lifelabs.com

LifeLabs Medical

3001 Gordon Ave., Coquitlam

LifeLabs Medical

106-1015 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

LifeLabs Medical 435 North Rd., Coquitlam

PORT COQUITLAM

LifeLabs Medical

2185 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam

LifeLabs Medical

1465 Salisbury Ave., Port Coquitlam

PORT MOODY

LifeLabs Medical

2624 St. Johns St., Port Moody

OPTICIANS &OPTOMETRISTS

COQUITLAM

Basic Eyewear Optical

1052D Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-926-9969

Como Lake Optical

136-1960 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam

604-931-7133

Coquitlam Cataract Centre

101-2764 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam

604-942-1642 I image.ca

Coquitlam Optometry Centre

2991 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam

604-942-5121 I coquitlamoptometry.com

Eyewear Outlet Optical

202-1194 Lansdowne Dr., Coquitlam

604-474-4949

Image Optometry

1220-2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam

604-942-3273 I image.ca

In-Look Optical 2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam

604-941-9931

Iris Optometrists and Opticians

107-2985 Northern Ave., Coquitlam

604-464-7726

Just Vision Optical

1046B Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-492-1772

LensCrafters

2500-2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam

604-468-4468 I lenscrafters.ca

Optical Outlet

2015-552 Clarke Rd., Coquitlam

604-492-4434

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Westwood Eye Doctors

101-1120 Westwood St., Coquitlam

604-464-3843

XO Optix Vision Care

280-1175 Johnston St., Coquitlam

604-941-5686 I xooptix.ca

PORT COQUITLAM

Boda Optical

102-1125 Nicola Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-475-7008

Burke Mountain Optometry

104-3377 Coast Meridian Rd., Port Coquitlam

604-941-9338

Fremont Eye Centre

130-863 Village Dr., Port Coquitlam

604-475-3310 I docmein.com

New Trend Optical

2550B Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam

604-942-9300

PoCo Vision Care Optometry

2-2185 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-942-4212 visualbook.ca

The Eye Opener Optical

2755 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam

604-464-1344

Vision West Doctors of Optometry

3000 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam

604-468-6733

PORT MOODY

Port Moody Eye Care Centre

221 Ioco Rd., Port Moody

604-469-8428

eyes.bc.ca

Seemore Optical

264 Newport Dr., Port Moody

604-461-8989

Suter Brook Optometry Clinic

3-101 Morrisey Rd., Port Moody

778-355-8222

X-RAY LABORATORIES

MedRay Imaging Medical Corp.

100-3001 Gordon Ave., Coquitlam

604-941-7611 I medrayimaging.com

West Coast Medical Imaging

101-1015 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-937-5588

westcoastmedicalimaging.com

HOME DELIVERY SERVICES

GROCERY DELIVERY

Dairyland Home Service

This service offers more than 500 products. Its no-hassle process allows you to take delivery through a regularly scheduled order.

1-877-341-8700 | Morethanmilk.ca

Freshsmart Port Coquitlam

2535 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam

For residents of Port Coquitlam only. Groceries are delivered twice daily at noon and 3 p.m. except on Sundays and holidays. Two options: Call in your order and have it shopped and delivered for $5, or stop in, shop and have the order delivered for $3.

604-942-6126 I freshmart.ca

Instacart

This service provides online shopping and delivery service from a number of Tri-City stores. Instacart.ca

Save-On-Foods

Order your groceries online for same-day delivery. Fee applies. saveonfoods.com

Superstore

Superstore offers click and collect service and online grocery ordering, pickup or delivery in as little as an hour.

realcanadiansuperstore.ca

Thrifty Foods

170 Brew St., Port Moody

A small delivery fee may apply.Try the Sendial program where a volunteer will call you weekly to take your order, which is shopped and delivered the very next day for a nominal fee of $5.

1-800-667-8280 | thriftyfoods.com/sendial

PHARMACY DELIVERY

Costco Pharmacy

2370 Ottawa St., Port Coquitlam Offers prescription service by mail. 604-552-2298 | costcopharmacy.ca

Elgin Health Centre

100-2255 Elgin Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-942-7117

Glen Pharmacy

1175 Johnson St., Coquitlam

604-944-5500

London Drugs

2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam

604-464-3322

Pharmasave

3295 Coast Meridian Rd., Port Coquitlam

604-942-9813

Save-On-Foods

2991 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam

604-464-8811

Save-On-Foods

1470 Praire Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-464-5089

Superstore - 3000 Lougheed Hwy.

604-468-6735

Superstore - 1301 Lougheed Hwy. 604-520-8304

The Medicine Shoppe

2991 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam

604-468-4711

Thrifty Foods

604-949-4253

Wilson Pharmacy

2185 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-942-4611

HOUSING SUPPORTS

HOUSING

43 HOUSING

This is the sister housing to SHARE Family and Community Services. 43 Housing operates 288 units of social housing at five locations in Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam. This housing is for families, people 55+ and adults with disabilities who can live independently and who have limited incomes.

604-433-2218

sharesociety.ca/43housing

FRAUD ALERT

A Scammer may urge you to visit a fake website to verify your identity.

Affordable Housing Society

This society provides rental housing for low- and moderate-income seniors.

604-433-2218 | affordablehousingsocieties.ca

Cooperative Housing Federation of BC

Members own the cooperative housing development collectively and pay a monthly housing charge for units from the cooperative. An initial share must be purchased.

604-879-5111 | chf.bc.ca

Home Adaptations for Independence

The Home Adaptations for Independence Program provides financial assistance in the form of a grant to eligible low-income households to complete home adaptations for independent living.

604-433-2218 | bchousing.org/housing-assistance/BC-RAHA

Home Accessibility Tax Credit (federal)

You can claim an amount for eligible expenses for a qualifying renovation of an eligible dwelling. canada.ca

Homeowner Grant for Seniors (provincial)

The homeowner grant reduces the amount of property taxes you pay each year on your principal residence.

1-888-355-2700 | gov.bc.ca

Home Renovation Tax Credit for Seniors

This is a provincial refundable personal income tax credit to assist with the cost of permanent home modifications that improve accessibility. gov.bc.ca

Independent Living - BC Housing

Independent Living BC is a subsidized, assisted-living program that provides housing with support services to eligible seniors and people with disabilities. If you qualify, you could live in your own unit in an assisted living residence. Each residence has private units, shared dining and social areas, housekeeping services, personal care services and emergency response. Independent Living BC is a partnership between BC Housing, provincial health authorities, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and non-profit and private-market housing providers. bchousing.org

Property Tax Deferment

If you are over 55, a surviving spouse or a person with disabilities, you can arrange not to pay your taxes until your property ceases to be your principal place of residence. You must have and maintain equity in the home. Interest is charged annually on the amount deferred. Applications submitted online through eTaxBC.

604-660-2421 | gov.bc.ca

Red Door Housing Society

This society provides affordable rental housing with units for older singles and tenants who require wheelchair accessibility.

604-431-9225 | reddoorhousing.ca

Residential Tenancy Branch

A provincial government agency that provides information to landlords and tenants about their rights and responsibilities. The branch also helps to resolve disputes related to tenancy, such as claims for damages to premises, return of security deposits or disputing an eviction notice.

604-660-1020 www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/residential-tenancies

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Seniors Supportive Housing

Seniors’ Supportive Housing provides accessible, affordable housing combined with support services to assist seniors in remaining independent. The program may include a daily meal, weekly housekeeping and linen laundry, social and recreational activities and 24-hour emergency response.

604-433-2218 | bchousing.org

Snow Angels

The Snow Angel program attempts to unite people who need help clearing their adjacent city sidewalks of snow, with eager volunteers from our community who want to help.

604-927-6922 | coquitlam.ca

Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre

TRAC’s purpose is to promote the legal protection of residential tenants across BC by providing information, education, support and research on residential tenancy matters.

604-255-0546 | tenants.bc.ca

ASSISTED LIVING & RESIDENTIAL CARE

These services provide subsidized residential care for adults who can no longer live safely or independently at home due to their need for 24-hour nursing supervision in a secure environment. Assisted living is personal care and hospitality services for adults who can live independently. Residents live in apartment units furnished with their own furniture and belongings. They maintain a great deal of independence and privacy, while being supported with services.

Security

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Belvedere Care Centre

739 Alderson Ave., Coquitlam

604-939-5910 | belvederebc.com

Cartier House Care Centre

1419 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam

604-939-4654 | parkplaceseniorsliving.com

Dufferin Care Centre

1131 Dufferin St., Coquitlam

604-552-1166 retirementconcepts.com

Eagle Ridge Manor 475 Guildford Way, Port Moody

604-461-2022 | fraserhealth.ca

Foyer Maillard

1010 Alderson Ave., Coquitlam

604-937-5578 | foyermaillard.ca

Hawthorne Seniors Care

Community

2111 Hawthorne Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-941-4051

hawthornecare.com

Lakeshore Care Centre

657 Gatensbury St., Coquitlam 604-939-9277 | tcgcare.com

Nicola Lodge

2240 Hawkins St., Port Coquitlam 604-945-0058 | siennaliving.ca

Shaughnessy Care

2250 Wilson Ave, Port Coquitlam 604-468-4856 parkplaceseniorsliving.com

The Wesbrooke  12000 190A St Pitt Meadows

604-460-7006 thewesbrooke.com

The Madison 1399 Foster Ave., Coquitlam 604-936-9231 | tcgcare.com

FRAUD ALERT

A Scammer may insist you take action right away with little explanation.

RETIREMENT RESIDENCES & INDEPENDENT LIVING — LEGAL

RETIREMENT RESIDENCES & INDEPENDENT LIVING

Astoria Retirement Residence

2245 Kelly Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-931-7844

Blue Mountain Senior Housing Society

440 Blue Mountain St., Coquitlam

604-931-7844

Bria Communities

All inclusive senior living

1-844-969-2742 | briacommunities.ca

Earl Haig Retirement Residence

1800 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-937-3790 | ehrr.ca

L.J. Christmas Manor

560 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

604-936-8122 | ljchristmasmanor.com

Mayfair Terrace Retirement Residence

2267 Kelly Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-552-5552 | siennaliving.ca

Mulberry Parc

230 Acorn Ave, Burnaby

604-526-2248 | parcliving.ca

Port Moody Legion Manor

2909 Hope St., Port Moody

604-461-9044

Revera Parkwood Manor

1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam

604-941-7651 | reveraliving.com

Residences at Belvedere

750 Delestre Ave., Coquitlam

604-939-1930 | belvederebc.com

RJ Kent the Residences

2675 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam

778-285-5554 | rj-kent.com

Seton Villa

3755 McGill St, Burnaby

604-291-0607 | setonvilla.com

Shaughnessy Care Centre

2250 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-468-4856

parkplaceseniorsliving.com

Tri- Cities Community Response Network

LEGAL SUPPORT LEGAL

Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre

This is the central agency in Canada that collects information and criminal intelligence on such matters as mass marketing fraud; advance fee fraud (e.g., West African letters); internet fraud; and identification theft complaints.

1-888-495-8501 | antifraudcentre.ca

Free Legal Consultation

1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam

On the second Tuesday of every month at Dogwood Pavilion, lawyer Don Drysdale takes appointments for a free 15-minute consultation for people 50+.

604-927-6089

Legal Aid BC

2620 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam

Providing information, advice and representation for a range of free services.

Open Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 604-408-2172 | lss.bc.ca

Oliveira Funeral Home

Visit the BCCRN Website: https://bccrns.ca

VisittheBCCRN website: https://bccrns.ca

Tri-Cities CRN

Tri- CitiesCRN

Coordinator: Verla Scoffins

Coordinator: Verla Scoffins

Contact Email: v.scoffins@gmail.com

Contac tEmail: v.scoffins@gmail.com

Contact Phone: 604-551-5756

What is aCommunityResponse Network(CRN)?

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A Community Response Network (CRN) is made up of a diverse group of concerned community members, community agencies, local businesses, government agencies, professionals, and others who come together to create a coordinated community response to abuse, neglect, and self-neglect in vulnerable adults.

Feel free to call us for more information. We’re here to help with any questions you may have. Our goal is to provide a service as meaningful and unique as the families we serve, no matter their family traditions, ethnic backgrounds, religious preferences or nancial circumstances.

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Office of the Ombudsperson

An independent statutory office of the provincial legislature, the Office of the Ombudsperson impartially investigates individual complaints about unfair administrative actions.

1-800-567-3247 | bcombudsperson.ca

Office of the Seniors Advocate

Open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Office of the Seniors Advocate monitors and analyzes seniors’ services and issues in BC and makes recommendations to government and service providers to address systemic issues.

1-877-952-3181 | seniorsadvocatebc.ca

Peoples Law School

People’s Law School is a non-profit society in BC, dedicated to making the law accessible to everyone. It provides free education and information.

604-331-5400 | peopleslawschool.ca

Public Guardian and Trustee

The Public Guardian and Trustee is a corporation established under the Public Guardian and Trustee Act with a unique statutory role to protect the interests of British Columbians who lack legal capacity to protect their own interests.

604-660-4444 | trustee.bc.ca

Seniors First BC

A non-profit organization designed to protect the legal rights of older adults, increase access to justice for older adults, inform the public about elder abuse and provide supportive programs for older adults who have been abused.

604-688-1927 seniorsfirstbc.ca

PUBLIC LIBRARIES COQUITLAM

Your Coquitlam Public Library card lets you read, watch and listen to our vast collection of popular material in a variety of print and digital formats. Borrow items guaranteed to spark your interest, including binoculars, telescopes and Playaway Launchpads, which are tablets loaded with brain games and puzzles. The library also has special collections available exclusively for people who cannot read regular print material due to visual or physical challenges.

Coquitlam: City Centre Branch

1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam

604-554-7323 | coqlibrary.ca

Coquitlam: Poirier Branch

575 Poirier St., Coquitlam

604-554-7323 | coqlibrary.ca

Home Delivery Service

The Coquitlam Public Library provides free delivery and pick up of library materials to Coquitlam residents age 60 and older who cannot visit the library in person.

604-937-4165 I outreach@coqlibrary.ca

Preserve your memories

Book a session in the Poirier branch’s digitization station to convert photos, slides and home movies to digital format.

604-937-4141

Tri-CitiesSeniors’ActionSociety

Library Collection - Movies and Books

Coquitlam Public Library offers streaming movies and movies on DVD as well as popular reading in a variety of formats including regular and large print, CD and MP3, eBook and audiobook.

Exclusive Audiobooks

The Poirier branch has a collection of audiobooks exclusively for people who cannot read regular print material due to visual or physical challenges. 604-937-4165 I outreach@coqlibrary.ca

CELA - Centre for Equitable Library

Access

CELA has taken over literary services previously provided by CNIB. Coquitlam residents with visual challenges receive MP3 audiobooks, accessible eBooks and Braille delivered to their homes by mail. 604-937-4165 I celalibrary.ca

PORT COQUITLAM

Terry Fox Library

2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam

Check out Terry Fox Library inside the new Port Coquitlam Community Centre. It has a variety of free virtual programs of interest to people ages 50 and better, along with exciting items to borrow from the Playground, including Sunshine Lamps, Specdrums, ukuleles, telescopes and birdwatch-

ing backpacks. With an FVRL card, you also have access to the library’s vast collection of materials, including accessible formats like audiobooks, eBooks and large print books. Contactless holds pick-up is available at the library via FVRL Express.

604-927-7999 | fvrl.ca

FVRL’s Library For You

This service provides materials to people who are unable to visit the library due to illness, age or disability.

1-888-668-4141 (ext. 7076) I fvrl.bc.ca/ outreach_services

PORT MOODY

Port Moody Public Library

100 Newport Dr. 604-469-4575 I portmoodylibrary.ca

Ex-Libras Talking Book Club

This club meets the first Friday of every month on Zoom between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is a talking book club for people with visual or print disabilities. Complete books recorded on cassettes, DAISY books and Victor readers are available for loan from September to June.

604-469-4637

Computer classes

The library offers free computer and technology classes on a variety of topics throughout the year at the Port Moody Public Library. calendar.portmoodylibrary.ca

Computer and tech help with a teen volunteer

Get help with your computer, phone, or tablet from a knowledgeable and patient teen volunteer. This program is perfect for beginners and intermediate users who want help getting started, or want to learn more about the different features of their devices. calendar.portmoodylibrary.ca

Additional tech help services

Can’t make it to our classes? You can book a 45-minute appointment with library staff to get your beginner-level computer and mobile device questions answered.

604-469-4577 | portmoodylibrary.ca

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AdvocatingforSeniorsLocally

AdvocatingforSeniorsLocally

HostingeventslikeTransportationForum, HousingForum,ElderAbuse&WellnessForum, WorldFest--ASeniors’CelebrationofCultures, Age-FriendlyTri-CitiesForum,Household EmergencyPreparednessforSeniorsForum

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tcseniorsactionsociety@gmail.com

CallKenat 604-949-0599

TCSASWebsite: https://tcsas.ca

Resource Directory

RECREATION & LEISURE ACTIVITY & RECREATION CENTRES

Centennial Activity Centre

578 Poirier St., Coquitlam

604-927-6090 | coquitlam.ca

City Centre Aquatic Complex

1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam

604-927-6999 | coquitlam.ca

Dogwood Pavilion

1655 Winslow St., Coquitlam

Dogwood Pavilion is a social recreation centre for adults 50 years or better to get together, make new friends and enjoy a variety of leisure activities. The pavilion is operated by the City of Coquitlam Parks, Recreation and Culture Department. It also has a fully equipped woodworking shop, snooker room, lapidary workshop, computer lab, lounge and a library.

604-927-6098 | dogwood50plus.com

Glen Pine Pavilion

1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam

Glen Pine Pavilion is a recreation facility for active adults 50-plus.

604-927-6940 | glenpine50plus.com

Hyde Creek Recreation Centre

1379 Laurier Ave., Port Coquitlam

604-927-7946

portcoquitlam.ca/recreation

Kyle Centre

125 Kyle St., Port Moody

The centre has six rooms that host a variety of recreational activities, as well as a lunch program.

604-469-4561 | portmoody.ca

Maillardville Community Centre

1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam

The new 22,000 sq. ft. facility doubles the size of the previous community centre and features the city’s first dedicated gymnasium, children’s program area with large covered outdoor space, multipurpose rooms, sprung-floor active studio and much more. Sports drop-ins, fitness classes, cooking classes, social activities, birthday parties and other educational programs are available at MCC.

604-933-6166

placemaillardville.ca/programs/senior

Pinetree Community Centre

1260 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam

604-927-6960 | coquitlam.ca

Poirier Community Centre

630 Poirier St., Coquitlam

604-927-6027 | coquitlam.ca

Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex

633 Poirier St., Coquitlam

604-927-6027 | coquitlam.ca

Port Coquitlam Community Centre

2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam

The bright, modern facility 205,000 sq. ft. facility is a vibrant community hub that brings a variety of new and enhanced amenities to the downtown.

604-927-7970 | portcoquitlam.ca/recreation

Port Moody Recreation Complex

300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody

604-469-4556 | portmoody.ca/recreation

Summit Community Centre

1450 Parkway Blvd., Coquitlam

604-927-6523 | coquitlam.ca

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A Scammer may insist you take action right away with little explanation.

The Club - Port Moody

101 Noons Creek Dr., Port Moody

The goal of the Seniors Friendship Society is to provide an informal atmosphere centred around a gathering place named “The Club” where games, beverages, light snacks, meals and conversation are the order of the day.

604-492-2595 | theclubportmoody.com

Wilson Centre Seniors Advisory Association

2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam

The Wilson Centre Seniors’ Advisory Association is open to seniors 60 years plus. It operates only in Port Coquitlam. It has been a registered charity since 1992. During its 30-year history, the association has been an advocate for seniors in Port Coquitlam, promoting and developing yearround educational and recreational programs and activities by advising, advocating and promoting the wellbeing of seniors in the community. It also provides monetary grants to needy seniors for poverty relief. Its members receive a discount when they take part in the city’s recreational and social programs.

604-927-7529 | portcoquitlam.ca/wilsonseniors I wilsonseniors@portcoquitlam.ca

YMCA

555 Emerson St., Coquitlam

A 55,000-square-foot YMCA with an indoor pool, gym, fitness studios and equipment, multi-purpose space, child minding, a family development centre and other amenities. Open Monday to Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., and weekends and statutory holidays from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. gv.ymca.ca/about-bettie-allard-ymca

SPORTS / LEISURE / CLUBS

Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club

1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam

604-931-6711 | coquitlamlawnbowls.club

Dogwood Garden Club

1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam

It meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. except December at Poirier Community Centre, Centennial Room.

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Dogwood Seniors 50 plus Stay connected, be active, join in on the fun! Dogwood Pavillion dogwoodseniors50plus.com

PoCo Bowl

2263 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam

A family-owned five-pin bowling centre in downtown Port Coquitlam.

604-942-5244 | pocobowl.com

PoCo Garden Club

2211 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam

The club meets third Tuesday of the month 7:30 p.m. (except July and August) at Trinity United Church.

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PoCo Old Timers Hockey

Members play out of Planet Ice, 2300 Rocket Way, Coquitlam.

604-941-9916

Port Moody Curling Club

Port Moody Recreation Complex, 300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody.

604-409-4377 | portmoodycurling.ca

Port Moody Oldtimers Hockey

Port Moody Recreation Complex 300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody

This club is for players older than 35 years of age. It meets on Thursdays with 12 teams. pmoha.org

Rocky Point Dragon Boating

Old Mill Boat House - Watersports Centre

2715 Esplanade St., Port Moody

This club provides dragon boating experience to the local community.

rockypointdragonboating.ca

Tri-City Singles Social Club

The Tri-City Singles Social Club offers friendship and social activities for single seniors over 55. It is based in the Tri-Cities, but welcomes members from surrounding areas. Its members meet for Sunday breakfast and monthly dinners, enjoy pub nights, go to movies and schedule seasonal events throughout the year. We also like to travel.

604-466-0017

Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club

The club meetings are held at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month except July and August and fourth Wednesday in December.

stampclub.ca

Square & Round Dance Society

1-800-335-9433 | squaredance.bc.ca

FRAUD ALERT

A Scammer may threaten arrest or deportation. Hang up.

Volunteer Cancer Drivers

Book a ride or volunteer with this non-profit group to get to and from your medical appointments.

604-515-5400

volunteercancerdrivers.ca

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONS

Memberships are required but open to anyone.

Branch 263 Coquitlam

1025 Ridgeway Ave., Coquitlam

604-937-0111

Branch 133, Port Coquitlam

2675 Shaughnessy St.

604-942-8911

Branch 119, Port Moody

2529 Clarke St.

604-492-1840

SERVICE CLUBS

ELKS

Port Coquitlam Elks Lodge 49

100-300 Schoolhouse St., Coquitlam

Members meet first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at ABC Family Restaurant.

604-942-7217 | elksofcanada.ca

KINSMEN

Kin Club of Coquitlam

This is a co-ed club for people interested in doing some volunteer work in their community in a fun and social environment. It meets on second and fourth Wednesdays, 7 p.m. at Woody’s Pub. coquitlamkinsmen.com

LIONS CLUB

Barnet Lions Club

This club meets first and third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at Coquitlam Grill, 2635 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam. facebook.com/BarnetLionsClub

Port Coquitlam Lions Club

133-2675 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam

The club meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Legion. portcoquitlamlionsclub.com

ROTARY CLUBS

Rotary Club of Coquitlam

This club meets Wednesdays at 11:45 a.m. at the Vancouver Golf Club. 771 Austin Ave., Coquitlam portal.clubrunner.ca/797

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Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise

This club meets Tuesdays at 7:15 a.m. at the Poirier Sports and Leisure Complex, Room 2 633 Poirier Ave., Coquitlam portal.clubrunner.ca/657

Rotary Club of Port Coquitlam Centennial

This club meets every Thursday afternoon at 5 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre., 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam. portal.clubrunner.ca/1780

Rotary Club of Port Moody

This club meets every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. at St. James Well Pub. 248 Newport Dr., Port Moody portmoodyrotary.ca

SOROPTIMISTS

Soroptomist of the Tri-Cities

We are part of a global volunteer organization that improves the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. soroptimisttricities.org

Adults over 50 may be more comfortable with social media now than they were a decade ago, but it’s still a good idea to brush up on basic security measures that can help protect privacy.

• Protect your personal information. No social media user has the right to access your personal information, including your address, date of birth or other data unique to you. Don’t interact with anyone who requests personal information. Keep information about travel plans private. For example, sharing details of an upcoming vacation can serve notice to potential criminals that no one will be in your house.

• Aim for quality, not quantity, when building social media networks. Don’t accept friend requests from individuals you don’t know. Cyber criminals often gain access to victims via social media,

so limit your social media network to people you know and trust.

• The technology behind social media is impressive and even makes it possible to determine where users are when they tweet or post to other platforms. Turn off location information and routinely double check to make sure it’s still turned off.

• Social media isn’t for everyone, and some people may not want photos of themselves or their children posted to platforms like Facebook or Instagram. Prior to posting pictures or information about other people, confirm that they’re OK with you doing so.

• Be wary of Facebook quizzes that can leave you vulnerable to hackers and scammers. They will collect information that may be the same answers to security questions banks use.

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Visit our pharmacy to speak to our friendly and knowledgeable staff. We’re please to be your provider of prescriptions and professional pharmacy services. Have your prescription filled while you shop, or take advantage of our pick-up and delivery service. We have many solutions to meet your health needs, all while offering convenient service and medical advice. For more info, visit thriftyfoods.com/pharmacy or call 604.949.4253

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SENDIAL

OurSendialserviceprovidesgroceryhome deliveryforthoseunabletoshopin-storedue tomobilityorhealthissues.Ourvolunteerscall weeklytotakeyourorder,whichisshoppedand deliveredthenextdayforanominal feeof$5. For more info visitthrifty foods.com/sendial andletusdoyourshoppingforyou.

OurSendialserviceprovidesgroceryhome deliver y forthoseunabletoshopin-storedue tomobilityorhealthissues.Ourvolunteerscall weeklytotakeyourorder,whichisshoppedand deliveredthenextdayforanominalfeeof$5. For moreinfovisitthriftyfoods.com/sendial andletusdoyourshoppingforyou.

Order24hoursaday,scheduleyourpickupor deliverywhenitismostconvenientforyouand receivethesamequalityandfreshnessyou’vecome toexpectfromus.Payonline, atthestore, oratyour door Visitthriftyfoods.comandletusdothe shopping foryou.

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3 ONLINE SHOPPING