50+ Living - Experience Group

2009/2010 

TM 

50+ 

Living 

Community Guide 

to Better Living 

Nanaimo 

Ladysmith | Parksville 

Qualicum Beach | Port Alberni 

N a n a i m o | 1

Index 

Nanaimo 

EXPERIENCE 

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The Sandwiched 

Generation 

Boomers find themselves sandwiched between 

teenaged children and aging parents 

Along with careers and everyday living, 

family care giving can be both stressful 

and demanding. It requires learning 

new skills, educating yourself about a 

variety of physical and mental conditions 

and locating the services and resources 

needed to address those conditions. 

Whether you are the caregiver, 

overseeing a qualified home health 

care professional, or monitoring care 

giving services in a nursing home or 

housing community, balancing the 

needs of your loved one with family and 

work responsibilities requires planning, 

flexibility, patience and love. 

Experience Publishing hopes to make 

your job easier by providing useful 

information and by becoming, the best 

resources for you and your family. 

Signs Someone You Love 

May Need Help 

Discussing health and safety concerns 

is an important beginning to finding 

services and support needed to maintain 

or nurture independence. 

The signs below may indicate safety or 

health issues that need to be addressed 

Unexplained weight loss, poor 

appetite, depression, hearing or 

vision problems. 

Unsafe home conditions such as 

neglected housework or repairs, 

improper use of appliances, 

overgrown yard. 

Changes in personal appearance, - 

grooming or personal hygiene 

Isolation or disinterest in social 

activities or hobbies. 

Mobility issues such as walking and 

moving that can result in falls. 

Trouble handling finances such 

as paying bills, confusion with 

paperwork, unopened mail, 

involvement with scams/schemes. 

Involve the Whole Family 

Family conversations are a critical part 

of providing elder care. 

Talking to your aging loved ones about 

their wishes for the future is vital in 

creating a realistic plan that reflects 

and respects their wishes. Equally as 

important, is making sure all the family 

members are part of the discussion. 

Each family member needs to feel 

comfortable with the role they will play in 

providing care so encourage everyone 

to be open and honest about their 

feelings and concerns. 

And should there be a sudden change 

in health or circumstance requiring 

decisions to be made more quickly than 

anticipated, have an alternative plan in 

place to deal with the unexpected. 

Is Aging at Home Really an Option 

Most seniors want to remain in their own 

homes. And this can be accomplished 

successfully. However, planning for 

things such as who will cut the grass, 

change light bulbs, house clean, assist 

with personal hygiene, shop, cook, etc. 

should be included in discussions about 

what would be required in order for them 

to stay in their own home. 

A few solutions could be: 

Family Members -- Often family 

members will do what it takes to 

support the seniors. 

Friends or Church Groups 

However if finances permit, there 

are many services available in the 

community. 

Home maintenance service 

providers can be hired to do all the 

maintenance and upkeep of the 

house. 

Home care and health care 

providers are available to provide 

personal care, and to transport 

and accompany the senior to 

appointments. 

Live-in caregivers can be arranged. 

How can I prepare 

Gather information about your loved 

one’s condition or illness and future 

needs. 

Talk to their doctors, nurses, 

pharmacists, social service and local 

government agencies, as well as social 

workers, case managers, geriatric care 

managers and support/educational 

groups to locate community services. 

Collect important papers and legal 

documents for easy reference. 

Advocate for your loved one’s needs 

(and your needs too) with health care 

and service professionals. 

And don’t be afraid to reach out for help. 

Every community has resource groups 

that can help make your job easier 

Remember it’s may not seem like an 

easy task to help your loved ones enjoy 

their golden years, but there’s no reason 

why it can’t be a very rewarding one. 

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resource for you--both in our magazines 

and website. 

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4 | E x p e r i e n c e N a n a i m o | 5

Fraud Protection and 

Safe Banking 

■ Many criminals know exactly when 

government cheques arrive each 

month so if you receive cheques, 

wait a day or two before going to the 

bank or, 

■ Use Direct Deposit to allow the 

government to deposit money 

directly to your bank account 

■ Never withdraw money from your 

bank accounts for anyone except 

YOURSELF. Be wary of con artists 

and get-rich schemes. 

■ Store your valuables in a Safe 

Deposit Box. 

■ Never give your money to someone 

who calls on you, identifying himself 

as a bank official. A bank will never 

ask you to withdraw your money. 

■ If you use an ATM card, do not give 

the PIN number to anyone else. 

■ If you have been swindled, report 

the crime to your local police 

immediately. 

■ Always ask for the credentials of 

anyone who contacts you or comes 

to your door. 

■ Never leave strangers unattended in 

your home. 

■ Be cautious of “just passing by” 

home repairmen offering repair work 

at a savings. Check the offer first 

with the Better Business Bureau or a 

reputable repair company. 

■ Never sign a contract that you have 

not read or do not fully understand. 

■ Before investing money, get a 

second opinion from a spouse, 

friend, financial advisor or lawyer. 

■ Avoid suspicious contests, 

travel club offers and telephone 

solicitation. 

■ See the Professional section of this 

magazine for information related 

to consumer, financial, legal and 

policing matters. 

Chase River Pharmasave 

#5, 1273 Island Highway S. Nanaimo 

250-755-1830 

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441 1st Avenue 

250-245 3113 

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130A, 2000 Island Highway N. Nanaimo 

250-760 0771 

Parksville Health Centre 

1, 281 E. Island Highway 

250-951 0227 

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Westhill Nanaimo Pharmasave 

1816 Bowen Road, Nanaimo 

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ONE HOUR OPTICAL 

8 | Experience 

Who Says Seniors 

Don’t Have Time For 

Health 

Senior health is a popular topic these 

days as aging baby boomers try to figure 

out the best ways to keep enjoying their 

goldenyears… which happily are lasting 

longer and longer in the 21st Century. 

Senior fitness is also an important issue 

as technology and labor-saving devices 

have created a landscape where ‘hard 

work’ is diminished… but so are the 

long-term health benefits that come 

from leading an active life. And senior 

health is also a key to a healthy mind. 

Numerous studies point to a strong 

connection between regular exercise 

and emotional stability, providing 

strong evidence that many seniors 

can literally exercise away their 

depression. 

For optimum senior health, the ABC’s 

of older fitness are actually ESC – 

Endurance, Strength and Cardio. These 

three forms of exercise target different 

senior health needs and should all be 

integrated into your workout program. 

Endurance exercise increases blood 

flow and may protect older people 

from cardiac injury during a heart 

attack, according to a new University 

of Florida study. Strength exercises 

increase muscle mass and improve 

metabolism which aids in maintaining 

a healthy weight…a key challenge in 

senior health. Workouts that target the 

cardiovascular system promote heart 

health. Add stretching and balance 

exercises for a complete approach to 

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senior health and 

overall senior fitness. 

Fit Seniors Are 

Smart Seniors, 

Literally! 

When seniors 

exercise, their 

workout has a 

positive effect on 

muscles, joints, and bones. But the 

amazing news is that exercise for 

seniors provides far more than just 

physical fitness. Literally providing a 

workout for the brain as well as the 

body, exercise supports senior health 

by improving blood flow and increasing 

metabolism. 

Overall brain function is also improved 

thanks to better circulation. This can 

bring a dramatic improvement to a 

senior’s mental acuity and memory 

function. Seniors who 

workout regularly, 

report that their 

exercise program 

leaves them feeling 

positive and happy, 

with a positive attitude 

that carries over into 

non-workout hours. 

Feel The Burn 

and Set Calories On Fire 

Seniors need to be aware of weight 

and its relationship to fitness. As the 

body ages, it becomes more difficult 

for seniors to maintain an ideal weight 

without a fitness program, regular 

workouts and exercise. If you can 

BOOST YOUR METABOLISM, your 

body will be able to burn more calories 

per day. The good news for senior 

fitness is that exercise naturally boosts 

your metabolism. Your fitness level 

will get a real boost if you add weight 

training or progressive resistance 

exercise that builds muscle to your 

workout. Muscle burns more calories 

than fat, and the more muscle you have, 

the more calories you burn, even when 

you’re resting. 

Senior Exercise Prevents 

Embarrassing Senior 

Conditions 

One of the ‘secret’ benefits seniors 

enjoy from exercise is freedom from 

worry. Exercise strengthens muscles 

that hold the body’s organs in place 

to prevent many of the conditions that 

keep seniors from enjoying their lives 

fully. The positive effect on the muscles 

that hold the bladder is the reason many 

older fitness enthusiasts have found that 

keeping to a regular workout helps them 

put off some of the most common (and 

potentially embarrassing) signs of aging 

including urinary tract problems. Simple 

pelvic exercises performed for a few 

minutes a day several times a week can 

improve senior health exponentially. 

The Secret of Success 

There’s no ‘magic bullet’ that guarantees 

senior health and fitness. There’s not 

even a ‘magic’ workout or exercise. If 

there’s any ‘magic’ in senior fitness, it’s a 

magic word. That word is COMMITMENT. 

For any exercise program or fitness 

regimen to work, you need to follow 

it regularly…for life. A great way to 

stay motivated is to KEEP A DAILY 

EXERCISE JOURNAL. Record the kind 

of exercise you did that day, your heart 

rate, and anything else that’s meaningful 

to you. You’ll feel great when you review 

the progress you’ve made in creating a 

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Senior Housing 

There are many senior housing options that range from the very 

independent of seniors apartments to full time care provided by residential 

care homes. Understanding the following terms will help you 

better grasp the different housing options for senior citizens. 

Independent Living 

There are many Independent Living 

options to choose from including active 

retirement communities, subsidized rental 

housing and clustered suportive living 

settings. Beyond home maintenance, 

locations may offer extra amenities 

such as social programs and organized 

outings. 

Independent Supportive Living (ISL) 

The ISL setting is based on a hospitality 

model. They offer studio, one and two 

bedroom suites, some with full kitchens. 

Monthly rental includes meals, housekeeping 

and laundry. Emergency pull 

cords or Lifeline are usually set up within 

the home. 

Additional services available may 

include social programs for seniors, 

transportation services, organized outings, 

shopping trips and occasionally, 

limited medical services. 

An Independent Supportive setting is 

appropriate if 

• upkeep of present home is 

becoming too much 

• climbing stairs are a problem and 

there is a risk of falls 

• cooking balanced nutritious meals is 

dificult 

• the risk of becoming socially 

isolated is increasing 

• general health is declining as a 

result of any or all of the above. 

Before considering a move, investigate 

the various home support options available 

in the community. 

Private and public resources are available 

to assist you to allow you to continue 

to live in your existing home. Grants 

are available to make necessary changes 

to homes and if finances permit, 

live-in caregivers can be arranged. 

Assisted Living 

Assisted Living facilities are designed 

for residents who need help with daily 

living activities. They provide all the 

amenities of ISL but also provide help 

with bathing, dressing, medications 

and other needs. 

Assisted Living would be appropriate 

for persons with limited mobility or the 

early onset of dementia. 

There are private and publicly funded 

assistant living facilities. The publicly 

funded residences require a needs 

assessment and are subject to income 

thresholds. They typically have a 

lengthy waitlist period. 

Residential Care 

Residential care is also known as 

extended care, complex care, long 

term care. 

Residential care facilites are primarily 

oriented to providing health care. 

They are all government licensed and 

cater to those with serious chronic or 

persistent health issues. 

Residents in residental care may be 

subjected to a more regimented routine 

regarding meal time, recreation 

and activities but enjoy the support 

professional health care providers 24 

hours per day . 

Community of Care 

Many retirement communities offer 

more than one level of care, allowing a 

person to remain within the community 

as their health needs increase. Choosing 

a retirement community that offers a 

continuum of care can be a good choice 

for couples whose needs may vary. 

Respite Care 

Respite Care communities offer temporary 

or short term care solutions for 

senior citizens. This service is intended 

to give caregivers or adult children a 

well deserved break from their daily 

responsibilities of caring for an older 

adult. The length of a respite stay can 

vary from two days up to more than a 

full month. 

Memory Care 

(Alzheimer’s and Dementia) 

Memory care facilities offer specialized 

programs for seniors suffering from 

Alzheimer’s disease, Dementia or other 

forms of memory loss. These programs 

can also be offered by Assisted Living 

facilities. 

With thanks to Gord Bibby, General Manager for Oak 

Tree Manor in Nanaimo for his assistance. Gord has 

been in the forefront of seniors’ housing since 1992. 


Pacific Live-In Caregivers 

* Home Care Consultants * 

Housing 

Nanaimo 

BEAvER PoTTs Villa 

Subsidized Rental Housing 

73 Prideaux St. 

250.754.5344 

BERwick on the Lake 

Supportive Housing/Residential Care 

www.berwickrc.com 

3201 Ross Rd. 

250.729.7995 

BowEN RoAD 


1612 Bowen Rd. 

250.758.2724 

cAumARTIN ResIDENce 


115 Ranchview Dr. 

250.729.1001 

cILAIRE Senior Day ProGRAm 

Senior day program in a family 

environment 

284 Cilaire Drive 

250.585.8523 

See our ad on page 18 

CoRLETT PLAce 

Subsidized Rental Housing/Wheelchair 

619 Comox Rd. 

250.754.5344 

DEERwood PLAce EsTATEs 

Market Rental Housing 

www.retirewest.ca 

3950 Biggs Rd. 

250.751.3048 

DovER House 


6155 Hammond Bay 

250.756.4222 

DuFFERIN PLAce 


www.viha.ca 

1200 Dufferin Cres. 

250.755.7632 

DwELLING PLAce 


Private adult care facility, care with 

dignity, comfort and security 

www.dwellingplace.ca 

2630 Labieux Rd. 

250.756.3008 


GENERAL PEARkes GARDEN 

vILLAGE 

11 Buttertubs Dr. 

250.753.5031 

GooDLANDs Village 


69 Prideaux St. 

250.754.5344 

Are you a senior who wants to continue 

living in your own home 

Are you a family member who needs 

help caring for your parents 

If so, we can help! 

from our client 

The women you found us are great! They 

are happy to be here with an opportunity 

to immigrate and they are wonderful with 

my mother. 

Pacific Caregivers services were extremely 

helpful and we have recommended your 

services to others on Gabriola Island in 

need of support for caregiving. 

Your services are needed to help people 

like me find suitable home support 

We work with families to assist them in 

finding suitable live-in caregivers for seniors 

and those living with a disability. 

If you want to stay in your own home and 

maintain your independence, a live-in 

caregiver is the most affordable and most 

convenient alternative to seniors' homes and 

long-term care facilities. 

Your Caregiver Will: 

• follow your routine 

• cook your favorite recipes and follow 

prescribed diets 

• provide companionship and assistance on 

outings and appointments. 

• assist with shopping, housekeeping, laundry 

etc. 

• be on hand in case of emergency. 

• Monitor health issues, track appointments 

and supervise medication 

If you would like more information about the Live-In Caregiver Program or the services we provide, 

we will be happy to answer any of your questions. Feel free to send us an email or call us at the 

number below and leave a message. We will contact you within 24 hours. 

Robin Smith 

Tel: (250) 616-2346 Fax: (250) 245-3720 

Email: pacificcaregivers@shaw.ca 

www.pacificcaregivers.com/ 

Mail: P.O. Box 1771 Ladysmith BC V9G 1B3 


HOUSING 

HARmoNy HousE 


2316 Arbot Rd. 

250.753.2316 

kEEPING HousE cARE FAcILITy 

Supportive Housing 

2263 Jingle Pot Rd. 

250.716.1969 

kIwANIs HousE 


1234 Kiwanis Cres 

250.740.2815 

kIwANIs mANoR 

Subsidized Rental Housing/Wheelchair 

www.kiwanisvillage.ca 

1201 Kiwanis Cres. 

250.740.2815 

kIwANIs soRoPTomIsT HousE 


www.viha.ca 


250.755.6229 

kIwANIs vILLAGE LoDGE 


www.viha.ca 


250.755.6229 

kIwANIs vILLA 

Supportive Living 

A new standard in affordable 

independent, supportive living 

www.kiwanisvillage.ca 


250.740.2815 

see our ad on page 19 

LAkEsIDE GARDENs 


www.lakeside-gardens.com 

4088 wellesley Ave 

250.756.0799 

LoNGLAkE cHATEAu 


www.holidaytouch.com 

3035 Ross Rd. 

250.756.1411 

m’AkoLA HousING 


www.makola.bc.ca 

830 short Ave. 

250.756.4217 

mALAsPINA GARDENs 


www.viha.ca 

388 machleary st. 

250.754.7711 

mouNT BENsoN vILLA 


66 Prideaux st. 

250.754.5344 

NANAImo sENIoRs vILLAGE 

Residential Care/Supportive Living 

www.retirementconcepts.com 

6085 uplands Dr. 

250.729.9524 

oAk TREE mANoR 


Affordable Prestige in the Heart of 

Nanaimo 

www.oaktreemanor.ca 

325 Hecate st. 

250.716.1799 

see our ad on inside back cover 

oRIGIN AT LoNGwooD 

Suportive Housing/Assisted Living 

Nanaimo’s premiere full service rental 

retirement lifestyle community 

www.origin.ca 

5769 Turner Rd 

250.751.7755 


sEAFIELD mANoR 


1125 Seafield Cres 

250.753.4177 

sELBy PLAcE 


451 selby st. 

250.753.7041 

suNRIsE mANoR 


1145 Seafield Cres. 

250.753.4177 

TRAvELLERs LoDGE 


1295 Nelson st. 

250.758.4676 

wExFoRD cREEk 

Supportive Living/Assisted Living 

Affordable independent & supportive 

suites with full kitchens in South 

Nanaimo 

www.gss.org 

8090 10th st 

250.713.1696 

250.753.4044 ext 221 


wINDsoR ARms 


55 Prideaux st 

250.754.5344 

wooDGRovE mANoR 


6304 metral Dr. 

250.390.1036 

HOUSING 

nobody offers 

you more 

retirement 

value! 

Reasonable 

Rents 

+ First Class Services = 

& Amenities 

Great 

Value 

the mews premium suites 

full service rental suites 

assisted living suites 

short term & trial stays 

RetiRement Community 

6205 Oliver Rd. (at Uplands), Nanaimo 

250-751-7755 

www.originway.ca 


HOUSING 

Ladysmith 

BEL AIRE vILLA I 

Subsidized rental housing 

207 Jamison Road 

250.245.3020 

BEL AIRE vILLA II 


206 Lions way 

250.245.3020 

LIoNs vILLA - PHAsE III 


101 1st Avenue 

250.245.3020 

LA RosA GARDENs, 

Supportive Housing/Assisted Living 

1211 cloke Road 

250.245.1016 

sEAsIDE LoDGE, 


3740 shell Beach Road 

250.245.4151 

THE LoDGE oN 4TH 


1127 4th Avenue 

250.245.3318 

wING vIEw sENIoRs HomE, 


wingviewseniors.com 

468 Battle Drive 

250.245.0135 

Cilaire Seniors Day Program 

A family environment offering daily activities, companionship, and a high quality of personal care. 

We also provide: 

- Social Interaction 

- Assistance to and from Appointments 

- On-site Bath Services 

- Respite for clients registered in the day program 

Jocelyn Zurmuehle 

Certified Resident Care 

Attendant 

Certified Activities Aid 


284 Cilaire Drive, 

Nanaimo 

250.585.8523 

250.751.9311 

Parksville 

49’ER mANoR I & II 

Subsidized Rental Housing/wheelchair 

280 s. moillet st., Parksville 

250.248.2446 

ARRowsmITH LoDGE 

Residential Housing 

www.arrowsmithlodge.ca 

266 moillet st., Parksville 

250.248.4331 

cokELy mANoR 


www.arrowsmithlodge.ca 

266 moillet st., Parksville 

250.248.4331 

EmERALD EsTATEs 


264 mc vickers st., Parksville 

250.248.6100 

GoLDEN AGE HousING 


205 w. Jensen Rd., Parksville 

250.248.9154 

HALLIDAy HousE 


188 mccarter st., Parksville 

250.248.2835 

Luxury you can Afford 

Kiwanis Villa For Independent Seniors 

• Affordable One and Two Bedroom Suites 

• Delicious daily dinner meal 

• Weekly light housekeeping & linen laundry service 

• Lifeline® emergency monitoring 

• A full range of social and recreational activities 

• Kitchens supplied with full-sized fridges and stoves 

• Exterior balcony or patio 

• Comfortable activity lounge and large sunroof deck 

• Located on major transit route with a bus stop 

just outside the door 

Part of a village of housing and care options that include Kiwanis Manor, Kiwanis 

House Assisted Living, Kiwanis Soroptimist Suites Supportive/Assisted Living and 

Kiwanis Lodge Complex Care 

“Village amenities included Fireside Restaurant, General Store, 

On-site Hairdresser, Village Activity Bus 

For information call 250-740-2815 

or visit our website www.kiwanisvillage.ca

HOUSING 

kINGsLEy Manor 


312 Hirst Ave., Parksville 

250.248.2446 

Lions PioNEER Village I & II 

Subsidized Rental Housing / Wheelchair 

241 Moillet St., Parksville 

250.248.9154 

LITTLE MouNTAIN Manor 


www.littlemountainmanor.com 

959 Little Mountain Rd., Parksville 

250.248.4591 

mADIson CouRT 


261 Mills St., Parksville 

250.248.6100 

OcEANsIDE Manor 


www.oceanside-manor.bc.ca 

758 Soriel Rd., Parksville 

250.951.2304 

sTANFoRD PLAce 


250 Craig St., Parksville 

250.951.0811 

TRILLIum LoDGE 


401 Moillet St., Parksville 

250.248.8353 

Port Alberni 

ABBEyFIELD PoRT ALBERNI 


www.abbeyfield.ca 

3839 8th Ave., Port Alberni 

250.724.5050 

Echo Village 


www.viha.ca 


250.720.0334 

FIR PARk Village 


www.viha.ca 

4411 Wallace St., Port Alberni 

250.720.0334 

HERITAGE PLAce 


www.viha.ca 


250.723.0480 

M’AkoLA HousING ARGyLE 



3777 Argyle Way, Port Alberni 

250.723.9855 

M’AkoLA HousING NEILL 



4950 Neill St., Port Alberni 

250.723.9855 

TsawAAyus - RaINBow GARDENs 


www.viha.ca 

6151 Russell Place, Port Alberni 

250.720.0334 

wEsTHavEN 


www.viha.ca 

3949 Port Alberni Hwy., Port Alberni 

250.720.0334 

Qualicum Beach 

Bay View Senior HavEN 


280 Lionsway, Qualicum Beach 

250.757.9296 

DisTRIct 69 FamILy Resource 

AssocIATIon 

Transition Housing 

181 W. Sunningdale Rd., Qualicum 

Beach 

250.752.6766 

HOUSING 

PioNEER TowERs 



250.724.5054 

EAGLE PARk HEALTH Centre 


www.viha.ca 

777 Jones St., Qualicum Beach 

250.752.7075 

REDFoRD House 


www.redfordhouse.ca 

4517 Redford St., Port Alberni 

250.724.1520 

HawTHoRNE PLAce 


www.novapacific.ca 

750 Memorial Ave., Qualicum Beach 

250.752.4217 

Web Site: www.dwellingplace.ca 

License # 1381100 

Dwelling Place 

A Private Adult Care Facility 

Care With Dignity, Comfort, Security . . . 

Telephone: 250.756.3008 

Toll Free: 1 877 ”4” CARE 

Facsimile: 250.751.2713 


HOUSING 

QuALicum KiWAnis ViLLAge 


250 W. 1st Ave., Qualicum Beach 

250.752.2021 

QuALicum Manor 


www.viha.ca 

124 4th Ave., Qualicum Beach 

250.752.4217 

The Gardens at QuALicum 

BEAch 

Supportive Housing / Assisted Living 

Independent lfe style with all the 

advantages and conveniences of 

a modern and spacious retirement 

residence 

www.chartwellreit.ca 

673 Fir St., Qualicum Beach 

250.752.2818 


Tofino & Ucluelet 

Village EsTATEs 


317 Village Way 

250.752.5233 

FoREst GLEN 


www.viha.ca 

Bay & Larch St., Ucluelet 

250.726.2228 

Mount CoINET Villa 


290 1st St., Tofino 

wEsTcoast TRANsITIon House 

Transition House for Women 

Ucluelet 

250.726.2020 

Housing Related Services 

BC HousING 

Source of information about housing in 

BC, including Seniors’ Rental Housing, 

Seniors Supportive Housing, Shelter 

Aid for Elderly Renters and Independent 

Living. 

www.bchousing.org 

#301 3440 Douglas St., Victoria 

800.787.2807 

CANADA MORTGAGE AND HousING 

coRPORATION 

Canada’s federal housing agency, 

providing houswing information, as well 

as residential assistance programs. 

www.cmhc.ca 

#150 1675 Douglas St., Victoria 

800.639.3938 

Eco-ENERGY RETROFIT 

Property owners can qualify for federal 

grants for improving the energy 

efficiency of their home. 

www.ecoaction.gc.ca/homes 

800.622.6232 

First Stage 

Professional downsizing and 

organizing for seniors and familiies 

www.findhelpdownsize.com 

250.619.6082 


HABITAT FOR HumANITY 

mID-vANcouvER IsLAND SocIETy 

Builds affordable housing & promotes 

homeownership. 

www.habitat.ca 

1 - 4128 Mostar Rd., Nanaimo 

250.770.1654 

HomE OWNER GRANT PROGRAM 

Tax assistance programs to reduce the 

burden of residential property taxes 

on homeowners who occupy eligible 

residences. 

888.355.2700 

NANAImo AFFoRDABLE housING 

SocIETy 

www.nahs.ca 

350 Prideaux St., Nanaimo 

250.755.1158 

Seniors housING DIREctory of BC 

www.seniorshousing.bc.ca 

VIHA HousING Resources 

information about VIHA’s network of 

care and community initiatives 

www.viha.ca/housing 

888.533.2273 

Housing Societies 

LADysmITH Senior CitizENs 

Housing Society 

Ladysmith 

250.245.3020 

M’AkoLA HousING SocIETy 

22-3201 Shenton Road, Nanaimo 

250.756.4217 

Mount BENson Senior CitizENs 


106-619 Comox Road, Nanaimo 

250.754.5344 

NANAImo Lions 


26 - 1612 Bowen Road, Nanaimo 

250.753.8200 

NANAImo Senior CitizENs 


451 Selby Street, Nanaimo 

250.753.7041 

WooDGRove Senior CitizENs 


1145 Seafield Crescent, Nanaimo 

250.753.4177 

kINGsLEy Low RENTAL 


13 - 280 South Moilliet Street 

Parksville 

250.248.2446 

HOUSING 

Virginia’s World Was 

Shrinking 

Now she has so much to look forward to 

Full service rentals - Condominiums - 

Complex care, respite & palliative available 

Retirement Community 

650 Berwick Rd. N., 


Call 250-752-2818 

www.chartwellreit.ca 

Carson's Custom 

Wood Design 

Original Designs 

Quality Workmanship 

Custom Kitchens and Furniture 

2030 Northfield Road, Nanaimo 

Cell: 250.729.5153 / Shop: 250 756.9108 


HOUSING 

ALBERNI Valley Senior CitizENs 


5029 Argyle Street, Port Alberni 

M’AkoLA HousING SocIETy 

17-3777 Argyle Way, Port Alberni 

250.723.9855 

PoRT ALBERNI non-ProFIT 


111 4777 Southgate Road 

Port Alberni 

250.720.2136 

QuALicum Bay Low Rental 


280 Lions Way, Qualicum Beach 

QuALicum PARKSViLLe KiWAnis 


250 West 1st Ave, Qualicum Beach 

250.752.2021 

ToFINo Senior CitizENs 


P.O. Box 592, Tofino 

Home Services 

ARTISAN HANDY MAN 

Specializing in making the home 

friendly for seniors 

www.artisanhandyman.com 

250-244-3433 


Carson’s Custom Wood DesIGN 

Custom kitchens and furniture 

www.carsonscustomwooddesign.ca 

2030 Northfield Rd., Nanaimo 

250.756.9108 


Your Maintenance Man 

Renovations and maintenance 

services 

www.yourmaintenanceman.ca 

250.729.9444 


Your Maintenance Man 

renovation and maintenance services 

250-729-9444 

wwww.yourmaintenanceman.ca 

Renovations to increase accessibility 

Specializing in suites, kitchens and bathrooms 

Household cleaning by mature, caring individuals 

Gardening 

Interior and exterior repairs and maintenance 

Work Safe BC, licensed and insured Better Business Bureau Accredited 

Health Information 

ACT Now BC 

Tips for healthy living: physical activity, 

healthy eating 

www.ActNowBC.ca 

BC health & Seniors 

INFormATIon 

Health information 

www.gov.bc.ca/health 

800.465.4911 

AGING WELL IN BC 

Report from the Seniors Advisory 

Council on aging well in BC 

www.hls.gov.bc.ca/seniors 

ALcoHOL & DRUG INFORMATION & 

REFERRAL SERVICE 

Information and referral service for 

people needing help with substance 

abuse. Service provided 24/7. 

800.663.1441 

Making the home friendly for 

seniors and special needs people. 

Quality Craftsmanship. Quality Service. 

• Household Accessibility Upgrades 

• Home Maintenance 

• Yard Hardscaping and more.... 

Health 

Bc FIRst NATIons HANDBook 

www.healthlinkbc.ca/first_nations_ 

healthguide.pdf 

CANADIAN INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH 

INFORMATION 

Not-for-profit organization providing 

essential data & analysis on Canada’s 

health system & the health of Canadians. 

www.cihi.ca 

250.220.4100 

DIAL-A-DIETITIAN 

Food & Nutrition information from 

professional dietitians, 9-5 Mon.-Fri., 

translation services in 130 languages. 

www.dialadietitian.com 

800.667.3438 

HEALTHy EATING for Seniors 

Handbook on nutrition for older adults: 

Information to help seniors make 

decisions about healthy eating to stay as 

active and independent as possible. 

800.465.4911 

250-244-3433 Jerry Luskey 

www.artisanhandyman.com 


HEALTH 

HEALTHLINk Bc 

Speak with a nurse about your 

symptoms, consult with a pharmacist 

about your medication questions 24/7. 

Translation services available. 

www.healthlinkbc.ca 

Phone 8-1-1 

Hearing-impaired: phone 7-1-1 

HEALTH & sENIoRs 

INFoRmATIoN LINE 

A real person answers questions on health 

programs and other gov’t services for 

seniors. Staff also help direct contact to 

other agencies. Mon-Fri 8:30 am to 4 pm 

www.his.gov.bc.ca/seniors 

800.465.4911 

mEDIc ALERT FouNDATIoN 

Emergency medical information services 

www.medicalert.ca 

800.668.1507 

mEDIcAL sERvIcEs PLAN 

Health Insurance BC is the new name 

for the administrative operations of the 

Medical Services Plan and PharmaCare, 

including Fair PharmaCare. 

www.health.gov.bc.ca/msp 

800.663.7100 (Automated service) 

mID vANcouvER IsLAND HEALTH 

INFoRmATIoN sERvIcEs 

Health information centre providing 

information from a cooperative group of 

associations and societies 

Port Place shopping centre 

650 Terminal Ave., Nanaimo 

250.753.660 

PHARmAcARE 

Subsidizes eligible prescription drugs 

and designated medical supplies. 

www.health.gov.bc.ca/pharme 

800.663.7100 

Medical Organizations 

ALLERGy / AsTHmA INFoRmATIoN 

AssocIATIoN 

Helps allergic individuals and their 

families. 

www.aaia.ca 

877.500.2242 

ADuLT AsTHmA REsPIRAToRy 

AmBuLAToRy sERvIcEs 

1200 Dufferin cres., Nanaimo 

250.754.2141 

ALs socIETy oF Bc 

To meet physical & emotional needs of 

those living with ALS & their caregivers. 

www.alsbc.ca 

ALzHEImER socIETy oF Bc 

Exists to alleviate the personal and social 

consequences of Alzheimer disease and 

related dementias 

www.alzheimerbc.org 

800.634.3399 

North & central vancouver Island 

Resources, Nanaimo 

250.245.7939 

support Group - Port Alberni 

250.724.1810 

Dementia Helpline 

Tuesday - Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 

800.936.6033 

ARTHRITIs socIETy 

Committed to excellence and leadership 

in research, care, education and 

advocacy for persons with arthritis 

www.arthritis.ca/bc 

800.321.1433 

Smile.... 

Bc cANcER AGENcy 

Cancer care program for people of BC. 

www.bccancer.bc.ca 

unit E - 777 Poplar st., Nanaimo 

250.741.8180 

800.670.3322 

Bc EPILEPsy socIETy 

Provides information and referral, support 

services to people with epilepsy 

www.epilepsy.ca 

866.374.5377 

Bc LuNG AssocIATIoN 

The Lung Association provides 

information on lung diseases 

www.bc.lung.ca 

800.665.5864 

Bc LuPus socIETy 

Provides education and support to 

people affected by lupus. 

www.bclupus.org 

866.585.8787 

New 

Patients Always 

Welcome 

HEALTH 

Hearing aids, hearing tests, and related products and services 

Nanaimo's only hearing clinic 

staffed by a full time audiologist 

Park Place 

110-2124 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo 

Call For A 

FREE 

HEARING 

TEST 

calvorihearing.com 

250.760.0749 

LUIGI CALVORI, M.Sc., Aud (c) 

Certified Audiologist 

Registered under the hearing aid act (BC) 

Arrowsmith Dental Group 

Dr. Thomas Kirk, BSc, DDS 

Dr. Kristen Metcalf, DDS 

251 E. Island Hwy, Parksville 

250.954-1111 


HEALTH 

Medical Organizations cont’d 

Bc PARAPLEGIc AssocIATIoN 

Assist people with spinal cord injuries 

and other physical disabilities. 

www.bcpara.org 

200A - 1585 Bowen Rd., nanaimo 

250.324.3611 

Bc scHIzoPHRENIA socIETy 

Community based association to help 

those with serious mental illness & their 

families. Support and education. 

www.bcss.org 

200 - 1585 Bowen Rd., nanaimo 

250.753.9923 

cANADIAN cANcER socIETy 

Information, resources, support for 

cancer patients & their families 

www.cancer.ca 

Embracing 

your Health... 

Our integrative medical centre successfully 

treats people with chronic and obscure 

conditions. 

See us for Treatments for 

• Heart Disease 

• Allergies 

• Chronic Fatigue 

• Fibromyalgia 

cANcER socIETy LocAL oFFIcEs 

721 First Ave., Ladysmith 

250.245.0671 

777 Poplar st., Nanaimo 

250.533.1668 

#39, 3550 Johnston Rd., Port Alberni 

250.724.2912 

cancer Information service 

888.939.3333 

cANcER suPPoRT GRouP 

call to be connected to a local 

Vancouver Island support group 

250.592.2244 

cANADIAN DIABETEs AssocIATIoN 

Promotes the health of Canadians thru 

research, education, service advocacy. 

www.diabetes.ca 

255 - 2000 N Island Hwy., nanaimo 

250.729.3824 

800.226.8464 -- INFoRmATIoN LINE 

• Diabetes 

• Chronic Pain 

• Asthma 

• Heavy Metal Toxicity 

Dr. John C. Cline 

MD, BSc 

Complete 

home medical 

equipment 

Solutions 

complete products 

• walkers/rollators 

• wheelchairs 

• scooters/power chairs 

• lift chairs 

• canes/crutches 

• stairlifts/porch lifts 

• bathroom safety 

• seating systems 

• aids to daily living 

• bedroom safety 

• residential elevators 

• soft goods 

complete service 

• in-house service 

• delivery/set-up options 

• free in-home assessments 

• in-home trials 

locally owned & operated 

233 Prideaux Street, Nanaimo 250.753.3030 / 877.333.3030 

www.clinemedical.com info@clinemedical.com 

North Island toll-free 

call 1-800-667-1406 

www.nanaimo.medichair.com 

Nanaimo - 2517 Bowen Rd (250) 756-9875 

(used/consign) - 2110 Northfield Rd (250) 756-9878 

Duncan - 2628 Beverly St (250) 709-9939 

Powell River - 4488 Marine Ave (604) 485-9310 


HEALTH 


CANADIAN LIVER FOUNDATION 

Dedicated to liver health and eliminating 

the over 100 forms of liver disease. 

www.liver.ca 

109, 828 West 8th Ave., Victoria 

800.856.7266 

CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH 

AssocIATION 

Promote the mental health of all people 

and to support the resilience and 

recovery of people with mental illness. 

www.sos.cmha.bc.ca 

126 Haliburton St., Nanaimo 

250.244.4142 

3178 2nd Ave., Port Alberni 

250.724.7199 

www.cmha.bc.ca 

800.555.8222 BC Division 

800.661.2121 Information Line 

cARDIAc Risk REDucTIon/ 

REHABILITATIon ProGRAm 

1665 Grant Ave, Nanaimo 

250.755.6207 

cNIB 

Vision Health, Vision Hope 

National, community-based registered 

charity committed to the vision health 

www.cnib.ca 

800.563.2642 

GERIATRIc outpatient cLINIc 

Provides assessment and treatmentfor 

seniors by members of an 

interdisciplinary team. 

1200 Dufferin Cres., Nanaimo 

250.519.1554 

HEART & STRokE FouNDATION OF 

BC & YUKON 

Dedicated to prevention & relief of heart 

disease & stroke. Funds research and 

education. 

www.heartandstroke.bc.ca 

401 - 495 DunsmuIR St, NANAImo 

250.754.5274 

C8 4688 Victoria Dr., Port Alberni 

250.723.2393 

IsLAND deaf and HARD of 

HEARING cENTRE 

Provides counselling and support to 

people dealing with hearing loss 

www.idhhc.ca 

67-B Skinner St., Nanaimo 

250.753.0999 

877.424.3323 

TTy 250.753.0977 

LIFELINE ProGRAm 

Provides support for those with 

disabilities or who are medically at 

risk. Offers help 24 hours a day at the 

push of a button. 

www.nanaimohospitalfoundation.com/lifeline 

202 - 1801 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo 


Life Line Phone numbers 

Nanaimo - 250.739.5770 

Port Alberni - 250.723.2135 

ext. 48147# 

Parksville/Qualicum - 250.947.8213 

KIDNEY FouNDATION OF CANADA 

Organization committed to reducing the 

burden of kidney disease. 

www.kidney.ca 

250.756.4338 

800.567.8112 

MEDIC ALERT FouNDATION 

Emergency medical information services 

www.medicalert.ca 

800.668.1507 

muLTIPLE SCLERosIs SOCIETY 

Information, support counseling, referral 

and advocacy services to persons with 

MS and their families. 

www.mssociety.ca 

200, 1585 Bowen Road, Nanaimo 

250.754.6321 

888.844.2047 

muscuLAR DysTROPHY CANADA 

Volunteers and staff raise funds and 

work hard to support the independence 

and full participation of Canadians with 

neuromuscular disorders. 

www.muscle.ca 

800.366.8166 

OsTEoporosis Canada 

Works for the prevention & treatment of 

osteoporosis 

www.osteoporosis.ca 

2075 West 37th Avenue, Vancouver 

604.731.4997 

BC PARAPLEGIC AssocIATION 

Assist people with spinal cord injuries 

and other physical disabilities. 

www.bcpara.org 

200A - 1585 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo 

877.816.8700 

250.324.3611 

PARKINSON SOCIETY BC 

Address the personal and social 

consequences of Parkinson’s Disease 

www.parkinson.bc.ca 

800.668.3330 

CANADIAN PRosTATE CANCER 

NETwoRK 

Help individuals and their families 

understand and cope with prostate 

cancer. 

www.cpcn.org 

866.810.2726 

oPEN heart socIETy 

Support group for patients waiting for 

or have undergone cardiac surgery. 

Operates Heart House, an economical 

home-away-from-home close to Royal 

Jubilee Hospital . 

250.595.2121 - Society Office 

250.595.1931 - Heart House 

HEALTH 

Complete Personal Care 

Housekeeping 

Transportation 

Dementia, Palliative 

Rehabilitation 

Yard Maintenance 

HANDYMAN AVAILABLE 

250-751-8114 TOLL FREE: 1-888-751-8114 

www.claireshomecareservices.com 

“Impeccable Service with PERSONALIZED CARE” 

SERVING LADYSMITH TO QUALICUM BEACH 


HEALTH 


NANAImo BRAIN INJury SocIETy 

Promotes prevention and provides 

education and support. 

www.nanaimobraininjury.org 

101 - 55 Victoria Rd, Nanaimo 

250.753.5600 

scREENING MAmmoGRAPHY 

General info on the province’s breast 

screening program for women over 40. 

www.smpbc.ca 

Suite B, 1804 Bowen Rd.,Nanaimo 

250.716.5904 

3949 Port Alberni Hwy., Port Alberni 

Book your scREENING by cALLING 

800.663.9203 

sTRoke recovERy assocATIon 

of bc 

Supporting stroke survivors and their 

families 

www.strokerecoverybc.ca 

888.313.3377 

Support Groups 

250.753.5328 - Nanaimo 

250.752.9796 - Parksville 

Home Community and CommuNITy Care Care 

Provides healthcare and support 

services for people served by VIHA. 

This is also the in-take office for VIHA 

funded seniors’ residences 

www.viha.ca/hcc 

224 High Street, Ladysmith 

250.739.5779 

1665 Grant Avenue, Nanaimo 

250.739.5749 

200-180 McCarter St., Parksville 

250.951.9500 

4259 6th Avenue, Port Alberni 

250.720.0334 

Health Centres 

VancouvER IsLAND HEALTH 

AuthoRITy (VIHA) 

www.viha.ca 

1665 Grant Av, Nanaimo 

250.755.6200 

249 W. Hirst Ave, Parksville 

250.248.2044 

4227 6th Ave, Port Alberni 

250.724.1281 

LADysmITH CommuNITy HEALTH 

cENTER 

1111 4th Ave., Ladysmith 

250.739.5777 

NANAImo REGIoNAL GENERAL 

HosPITAL 

1200 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo 

250.754.2141 

ToFINo GENERAL HosPITAL 

261 Neill St. Tofino 

250.752.3212 

wEst Coast GENERAL HosPITAL 

3949 Port Alberni Hwy, Port Alberni 

250.723.2135 

cLINE MedicAL Centre 

We assist you in overcoming health 

challenges 

www.clinemedical.com 


250.753.3030 

877.333.3030 


Lulu Chinese HEALTH Centre 

Acupuncture for pain relief 

140, 2000 N Island Hwy, Nanaimo 

250.756.9229 

102A, 156 Morison Ave, Parksville 

250.248.5666 


Health & Mobility Products 

AdvANcED MoBILITy Products 

Advancing your mobility needs personally 

www.advancedmobility.ca 


250.754.3899 

800.66.4442 


mEDIcHAIR 

www.medichair.com 

2110 Northfield Rd, Nanaimo 

250.756.9878 


250.756.9875 

800-667-1407 


Health & Wellness 

Herbal Magic 

Weight Loss and Nutrition Centres 

www.herbalmagic.ca 

#1, 6332 Metral Drive, Nanaimo 

250.390.0677 


HEALTH 

LULU Chinese Health Center 

Jason Chen, R. Ac. 

• Consultations 

• Acupuncture 

• Auricular Treatment 

• Herbal Teas and Remedies 

• Vegetarian Food 

102A - 156 Morison Ave. 

Parksville 

250.248.5666 

140, 2000 N Island Hwy. 

Nanaimo by Fairway Market 

250.756.9229 

9 

Acupuncture safe 

effective treatment for: 

Pain Tension 

Stress 

Up to 10 acupuncture 

treatments per year are 

covered under the BC 

Supplementary Health 

Care Benefits for low 

income recipients 


HEALTH 

Health & Wellness cont’d 

Isagenix 

A better approach to health & wellness 

www.iamahealthysenior.com 

250.756.2702 


MoBILE MassAGE Service 

Catering to Seniors with Natral 

Therapy Integration 

250.668.0789 


The Vitamin Shop 

The place to go for alternative natural 

medicine 

www.thevitaminhouse.ca 

#3, 6894 N. Island Hwy, Nanaimo 

250.390.9275 


Brooks Landing Dental Clinic 

New Patients 

Welcome 

Dental 

Health Professionals 

Accura Denture Clinic Inc. 

Premium partials, dentures and 

implants 

#96, 3200 N Island Hwy., Nanaimo 

250.751.8588 / 877.277.3487 


ARROWSMITH DENTAL GROUP 

251 E. Island Hwy., Parksville 

250.954.1111 


DR. PETER BRAWN, DENTISTRY 

Integrative Dentistry – Enjoy eating 

again with new mini-implants & dentures 


250.740.0027 / 866.740.2580 

See our ad on the inside front cover 

Brooks Landing Dental Clinic 

#230, 2000 Island Hwy N., Nanaimo 

250.758.1168 


Harbour City Dental Hygiene 

Offering mobile dental hygiene services 

629 Wentworth St., Nanaimo 

250.754.3885 


Optical 

eye Care nanaimo 

General eye and vision care 

www.eyecarenanaimo.com 

#202, 6330 Dover Rd., Nanaimo 

250.390.1447 


Reveal Living 

Low vision aids available immediately. 

250.751.5670 


Vision 1 Hour Optical 

Woodgrove Centre 

#270, 6631 N Island Hwy., Nanaimo 

250.390.2444 


valley Vision Optometry 

Clinic 

Dr. Shaun Golemba 

www.valleyvisionoptometry.ca 

4009 Redford St., Port Alberni 

250.724.0933 


Hearing 

cALvoRI HEARING 

Nanaimo’s only hearing clinic staffed 

by a full time audiologist 

110, 2124 Bowen Road, Nanaimo 

250.760.0749 


Home Care Services 

CLAIRE’S HOME CARE SERVICES 

LTD 

Homecare service and elder care 

www.claireshomecareservices.com 

250.751.8114 


HARMONY HEALTH CARE 

Providing comprehensive health care 

in your home or facility 

www.harmonyhealthcare.ca 

250.716.1233 


NURSE NEXT DOOR 

Professional, personalized home 

healthcare. 2009 Customer Service 

Sterling award finalist 

www.nursenextdoor.com 

250.667.0190 


HEALTH 

Dr. Thomas Kirk, B Sc, DDS | Dr. Jennifer McKenzie, DMD | Dr. Kristen Metcalf, DDS 

Call Today 250.758.1168 

#230 - 2000 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo 


HEALTH 

Home Care Services 

Pacific live-in caregivers 

We find suitable live-in caregivers for 

seniors 

www.pacificcaregivers.com 

250.616.2346 


SUE’S SENIOR CARE 

Care in your own home including post 

surgery care, Alzheimer respite and 

care of the physically challenged. 

www.suesseniorcare.com 

250.951.8030 

1-866-952-2077 


Pharmasave Ladysmith 

441 1st Avenue, 

250.245.3113 

Fairway Market Health Centre 

130A, 2000 N. Island Hwy Nanaimo 

250.760.0771 

Westhill Nanaimo Pharmasave 

1816 Bowen Road, Nanaimo 

250.740.3880 

Chase River Pharmasave 

#5, 1273 S. Island Hwy. Nanaimo 

250.755.1830 

Pharmacies 

Medicine Centre 

Your pharmacy, your neighbour 

699 Memorial Ave. 


250.752.9976 


Pharmasave 

Visit any of our Live Well Pharmacists 

for all your Health and Wellness 

needs. 


Health Centre Parksville 

1, 281 E. Island Highway 

250.951.0227 

Pharmasave Qualicum Beach 

720 Memorial Avenue 

250.752.3011 

How Can a Senior Real 

Estate Specialist Help Me 

As we age, we demand specialist in our health needs, 

so why not in our housing needs as well Ian has earned 

his SRES designation and can offer the following; 

• Expertise and patience without condescension 

• Committed to focus on the transaction and avoid 

inappropriate involvement in family matters 

• Assembled a team of experts to help server 50+ 

clients and customer 

• Established reputable service and that win and sustain 

client and customer relationships and position Ian as 

a trusted real estate advisor 

Whether you’re moving closer 

to your family or closer to 

relaxation, an SRES ® designee 

will take the extra time to find 

you the home of your dreams. 

Call Ian Thompson SRES to discuss your personal 

situation at 250-751-1223 

Re/Max of Nanaimo 

Each office independently owned 

and operated 

Ian Thompson 

1-5140 Metral Drive 

Nanaimo, BC 

250.751.1223 

1.877.799.6188 

ian@theHBTgroup.com 

www.theHBTgroup.com 


Be kind to your eyes ! 

Turn on the lights. 

Seeing better can 

sometimes be as easy 

as changing a light bulb! 

Putting 100 or 150-watt 

bulbs in your lamps can 

reduce eye strain (but 

make sure your fixture 

is designed for that 

wattage!). Brighter lighting 

in stairways can help 

prevent falls. 

Don’t smoke. Studies 

show that tobacco 

smoking is an important risk factor in 

the early onset of an eye disease called 

age-related macular degeneration 

(AMD). This disease causes serious and 

permanent loss of central vision. 

Reduce glare. There are many 

ways of reducing glare, including good 

lampshades, glare shields on computer 

monitors, and sunglasses. Wear 

sunglasses that provide 99 to 100% UV-A 

and UV-B protection when you go outside 

during the day. They will protect you from 

UV rays that can harm your eyes even on 

a cloudy day. 

Protect yourself. Many people suffer 

vision loss because of accidents in the 

home. 

Here are some ways to 

prevent damage to your 

eyes: 

- put a grease shield over 

frying foods 

- make sure that spray cans 

and bottle nozzles are 

pointed away from you 

- wear safety glasses 

in the workshop and 

when opening and using 

chemical products. 

- when using bungee 

cords, be careful of recoil 

Eat your carrots. Studies show that 

a daily dose of the vitamins and minerals 

found in melons, citrus, carrots, spinach 

and kale may help slow the progress of 

age-related eye diseases such as macular 

degeneration, glaucoma or cataracts. 

Get an eye examination. Many 

changes to vision happen so slowly 

that you may not realize you have a 

problem. The Canadian Association of 

Optometrists recommends adults 20 – 

64 be examined every one to two years 

and then annually for those 65 and older. 

Finding problems early may make the 

difference between maintaining good 

vision and vision loss■ 

Your eyes deserve an optometrist! 

Enhancing your Vision 

to Enhance your Life 

Low Vision Aids for Independent Living 

Low vision aids to assist with reading available immediately 

- Hand held Magnifiers 

- Video Magnifiers 

- Household Products 

- Lamps, Telephones 

Serving Vancouver Island 250.751.5670 

Like an orange, 

your eyes can 

look and feel 

great on 

the outside. 

But an 

optometrist 

knows your 

eyes inside 

& out. 

CAO PRINT AD 5x4.indd 1 

Because healthy vision 

goes beyond 20/20. 

• Comprehensive Vision & Eye 

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OPTOMETRISTS 

Dr. Ryan Magya 

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9/7/2008 8:14:22 PM 


Financial 

planning 

across the generations 

The gap between wants and needs. 

In many cases, Baby Boomers not only 

have to plan for their own financial future 

but also that of their parents. 

Not all Baby Boomers are going to 

inherit money from their parents, many 

will have to assist their parents both 

financially and personally. 

However, there is a distinct gap between 

the level of assistance that aging 

parents of adult children want and what 

they really need. 

A recent survey conducted by Torontobased 

Bayshore Home Health showed; 

• Almost 25% of adult children didn’t 

know their parent’s annual income. 

• 73% of aging parents felt they didn’t 

need help around the home, only 43% 

of their adult children agreed. 

• 25% of adult children thought that 

their aging parents would be asking 

for financial assistance but only 5% of 

the parents planned to ask. 

Clearly there is a disconnect between 

what level of financial assistance the 

aging parents think they need and what 

their adult children think they need. 

This can be attributed to a lack of 

communication which exists due to the 

nature of the topic. Many parents of 

Baby Boomers feel that discussing their 

personal finances is taboo. 

So, if you are a Baby Boomer with 

aging parents or if you are a parent 

with Baby Boomer children, you 

need to start having dialogue about 

financial assistance and planning. 

By planning early you can take 

advantage of many opportunities. 

and avoid some missed ones. 

Start talking and open up that 

communication line. To get you 

going, here are a few examples of 

some of the areas that should be 

discussed: 

• Health – specifically care 

options if health deteriorates 

• Estate Planning – wills, power of 

attorney 

• Life insurance – potential for 

children to assume existing 

policies 

• Personal balance sheet showing 

all assets and liabilities 

• Income requirements – 

considering all sources of 

income 

• Property tax deferral to free up 

additional income 

• Tax reduction strategies 

The earlier these discussions can 

start the better; a financial advisor 

is a good resource to use as a 

third party and facilitator of these 

discussions. 

This report prepared by Stuart Kirk CIM, Investment Funds Advisor with Manulife Securities 

Investment Services Inc/ Hicks Financial Inc, Parksville, BC. Comments or questions – Stuart 

can be reached at 250-954-0247 or email stuart@ghicks.com Website: www.ghicks.com 

40 | Experience

Professional 

Consumer 

BETTER BusINEss BuREAu 

Promotes marketplace fairness, honesty 

www.interior.bbbvan.org 

888.803.1222 

coNsumER PRoTEcTIoN AuTHoRITy 

Investigates complaints, seeks redress 

for consumers treated improperly by 

business 

www.bpcpa.ca 

888.564.9963 

NATIoNAL Do NoT cALL LIsT 

Gives consumers a choice about 

whether to receive telemarketing calls 

www.dncl.gc.ca 

866.580.3625 

PHoNEBusTERs (scAms) 

National anti-fraud call centre operated 

by RCMP & OPP, collects information 

on telemarketing, advanced fee fraud 

letters & identity theft complaints 

www.phonebusters.com 

888.495.8501 

Financial 

Bc AssEssmENT AuTHoRITy 

Produces annual property assessments 

for all BC property owners 

www.bcassessment.bc.ca 

300 - 125 wallace st, Nanaimo 

250.753.6621 

800.977.2775 

cREDIT couNsELLING socIETy 

Personal budget planning, money management 

strategies. Call for an appointment 

www.nomoredebts.org 

203 - 335 wesley street, Nanaimo 

250.741.8558 

888.527.8999 

mIcHAEL D. FuRLoT 

Life Insurance & Financial Lifestyles 

Certified Seniors Advisor 

www.mfurlot.com 

640 Trans Canada Hwy., Ladysmith 

250.245.2052 

866.746.2002 

see our ad on pages 46 & 57 

HIcks FINANcIALs 

Retirement Planning Specialists 

www.ghicks.com 

172 weld st., Parksville 

250.954.0247 


mAsTER FINANcIAL sERvIcEs 

Julie Jenkins, EPS 

Elder Planning Counselor 

250.751.1535 

877.332.8383 


RBc DomINIoN sEcuRITIEs 

Wealth Management 

www.eppbutlerwealthmanagement.com 

#101, 6588 Applecross Rd., Nanaimo 

250.390.7152 

866.344.4274 

see our ad on the back cover 

Legal 

ADvocAcy AccEss PRoGRAm 

BC Coalition of People with Disabilities 

www.bccpd.bc.ca 

800.663.1278 

Bc cENTRE FoR ELDER ADvocAcy 

& suPPoRT 

Non-profit organization committed 

to protecting the legal rights of older 

adults, increasing access to justice and 

informing the public about elder abuse. 

www.bcceas.ca 

NANAImo cITIzENs ADvocAcy 

AssocIATIoN 

Provides public legal education, 

assistance with employment and 

income assistance appeals and 

residential tenancy arbitration 

#110 55 victoria Rd., Nanaimo 

250.753.2321 

PROFESSIONAL 

Life’s Expectations……. 

Make your Life’s Expectations in your Senior years a comfortable reality. 

Elderplan addresses Health Issues and Housing 

Representation Agreements 

Estates, Trusts and Wills 

Taxes, Income and Investments 

Call for a complimentary first consultation or to receive your 

Life’s Expectations Elderplan Package. 

Julia Jenkins, EPC 

Elder Planning Counselor 

250 751-1535 Nanaimo 

Toll free 1 877-332-8383 

Email: elderplan@telus.net 

www.life-expectations.ca 


PROFESSIONAL 

Legal cont’d 

DIAL-A-LAw 

A library of scripts prepared by lawyers. 

It offers general info, on a variety of 

topics on law in BC, but not legal advice. 

www.dialalaw.org 

800.565.5297 Recorded Information 

FAmILy By cHoIcE 

Cory Gund, Certified Seniors 

Advisor, Seniors Support and Asset 

Management 

www.familybychoice.ca 

#102, 6551 Aulds Road, Nanaimo 

250.390.3900 


JusTIcE AccEss cENTRE 

Coordinates services to make it easier 

for people to use the justice system 

www.justiceaccesscenter.bc.ca 

302 Front st., Nanaimo 

250.741.5447 

800.578.8511 

LawLINE 

Free telephone service that provides 

legal advice and information. 

866.577.2525 

LAwyER REFERRAL sERvIcE 

Canadian Bar Association service 

enables members of the public to 

consult with a lawyer: up to 30 minutes 

for a fee of $25. 

www.dialalaw.org 

800.663.1919 

LEGAL sERvIcEs socIETy 

Independent, non-profit organization 

legal aid for people with low incomes 

www.lss.bc.ca 

250.493.7164 

Legal Aid offices: 

charles H. Beckingham 

Beckingham & company 

5029 Argyle st., Port Alberni 

250.724.5137 

877.724.0111 

Denise Barrie, Barrister & solicitor 

137 Bastion st., Nanaimo 

250.753.4396 

PRo BoNo LAw oF Bc 

To provide high-quality free legal 

services to people and non-profit 

organizations of limited means. 

www.probononet.bc.ca 

604.893.8932 

PuBLIc GuARDIAN & TRusTEE Bc 

Serves adults who require assistance in 

decision making to protect themselves, 

legal rights and financial interests. 

www.trustee.bc.ca 

800.663.7867 

REsIDENTIAL TENANcy oFFIcE 

Provides landlords and tenants with 

information regarding their rights and 

responsibilities. Aids in resolving 

disputes related to tenancy. 

www.rto.gov.bc.ca 

REcoRDED INFoRmATIoN / 

INFoRmATIoN oFFIcER 

800.665.8779 

sENIoRs HELP & INFoRmATIoN 

LINE 

Support and referrals to other agencies 

and programs to support older adults 

who have experienced abuse. 

866.437.1940 

Elder Law Clinic 

First legal aid clinic for older adults. 

Referrals are through the Seniors help 

and information line 

TIAH woRkmAN, NoTARy PuBLIc 

Certified Senior’s Advisor 

www.nanaimonotary.ca 

#102 6551 Aulds Rd., Nanaimo 

250.390.7681 


PROFESSIONAL 

Nanaimo, B.C. Canada 

When you want to Choose 

If you suddenly become incapacitated without a trusted person 

available to take care of details for you, the Public Guardian 

and Trustee of B.C. must step in to take over your affairs. 

Family by Choice offers you the ability to make your own 

choice as to who will assist you. 

Family by Choice is a team of caring women, the kind that 

you would like to have as a daughter or a friend. You can 

have peace of mind knowing that if the time comes, 

trusted individuals will be there for you. 

Making a Will, 

Power of Attorney 

or Buying a House 

are major decisions in your life. 

You need someone you can trust who 

will advise you… personally. 

Tiah M. Workman, Notary Public has 

been serving the Nanaimo 

community since 1993. 

For more information: 

please visit: www.familybychoice.ca 

Email at: cgund@familybychoice.ca 

Family By Choice 

102, 6551 Aulds Road, Nanaimo 

Tiah M. Workman 

Notary Public 

Cory Gund 

Certified Senior Advisor 

Call: 250.390.3900 

102-6551 Aulds Road, Nanaimo, 

BC Canada, V9T 6K2 

www.nanaimonotary.ca 

Tiah M. Workman 

Notary Public 

Regular Office Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 


PROFESSIONAL 

Policing 

RcmP - NANAImo 

To provide a sensitive, responsive, 

professional policing service, 

cooperatively with the community, 

to enhance the level of security and 

livability. 

Emergency 911 

Non-Emergency numbers 


250.245.2215 

303 Prideaux st., Nanaimo 

250.754.2345 

4444 morton st., Port Alberni 

250.723.2424 

727 w. Island Hwy., Parksville 

250.248.6111 

400 campbell, Tofino 

250.725.3242 

CRIME PREVENTION -- HELPFUL 

TIPS FOR SENIORS 

www.vancouver.ca/police/ 

crimeprevention/helpful.htm 

NANAImo AND REGIoN cRImE 

sToPPERs 

Receives tips from anonymous callers and 

passes information on to police to help solve 

cases. www.vip.net/crimestoppers 

800.222.8477 

vIcTIm sERvIcEs 

250.245.2215 - Ladysmith 

250.755.3146 - Nanaimo 

250.954.2277 - Parksville 

250.724.8910 - Port Alberni 

vIcTImLINk 

Province-wide multilingual help and 

information line available 24/7 for victims of 

violence. 

800.563.0808 

604.875.0885 TTy (collect call ok) 

604.836.6381 Text 

Realtors 

DAvID HAywARD 

Coast Realty Group 

www.coastrealty.com 

4200 n island Hwy., nanaimo 

250.758.7653 

800.779.4966 

see my ad on page 53 

IAN THomPsoN 

Senior Real Estate Specialist 

www.theHBTgroup.com 

#1 5140 metral Dr., Nanaimo 

250.751.1223 

877.799.6188 


Activity Centres 

LADysmITH PARks AND REc. 

Frank Jameson Community Centre 

www.ladysmith.ca/parks_rec.php 


250.245.6424 

NANAImo PARks AND REc. 

REcREATIoN cENTREs 

www.nanaimo.ca/EN/main/ 

departments/parks-recreation-culture. 

html 

250.756.5200 

Beban Park complex 

2300 Bowen Rd. 

Bowen Park Complex 

500 Bowen Rd. 

Nanaimo Aquatic centre 

741 Third st. 

Nanaimo Ice centre 

750 Third st. 

oliver woods community centre 

6000 oliver Rd. 


Leisure 

& Travel 

PARksvILLE PARks AND REc 

Recreation centre 

www.city.parksville.bc.ca/cms. 

aspwpID=104 

830 W. island Hwy., Parksville 

250.248.3252 

QuALiCum BEAcH PARks AND REc 

Ravenson Aquatic Centre 

737 Jones St., Qualicum Beach 

250.752.5014 

GABRIoLA REcREATIoN socIETy 

Recreation Centre 

1100 mcclay way, Gabriola Island 

250.247.2014 

THE GATHERING PLAcE 

Recreation Centre 

A-790 North Rd., Gabriola Island 

250.247.8020 

BRADLEy cENTER 

Community Centre 

975 schearme Rd., coombs 

(250) 248 2336 

Michael D. Furlot CSA 

Life Insurance & Financial Services 

P.O. Box 2012 640 Trans Canada Highway 

Ladysmith, BC V9G 1B5 

www.mfurlot.com 

Ph: 250-245-2052 Fax: 250-245-1190 

1-866-746-2002 

“My commitment to you is to act with the care 

and diligence of a reasonable and prudent person 

conducting his or her own financial affairs.” 

Protecting Lifestyles 


LEISURE 

Bowling & Curling 

ALBERNI Valley CuRLING Club 


250.723.3111 

NANAImo CuRLING Club 

106 Wall St, Nanaimo 

250.756.5200 

QuALicum BeACH & DiSTRiCT 

CuRLING Club 

644 Memorial Ave, Qualicum 

250.752.6162 

BREcHIN LANEs 

Bowling Centre 

1870 E. Wellington Rd, Nanaimo 

250.753.2341 

RAINBow LANEs 



250.723.5522 

sPLITsvILLE ENTERTAINmENT 


171 Calder Rd, Nanaimo 

250.754.2442 

SunsET LANEs 


678 E Island Hwy., Parksville 

250.248.6411 

NANAImo Lawn BowLING Club 

Bowen Park 

500 Bowen Rd., Nanaimo 

250.756.5200 local 7556 

poRT ALBERNI Lawn BowLING 

4255A Wallace St., Port Alberni 

250.723.3967 

QuALicum BeACH LAWn BoWLing 

cLub 

665 Jones St., Qualicum 

250.752.3341 

Library Services 

vi REGIONAL LIBRARIES 

www.virl.bc.ca 

#3 740 1st Ave., Ladysmith 

250.245.2322 

3032 Barons Rd., Nanaimo 

250.758.5544 

90 Commercial St., Nanaimo 

250.753.1154 

100 Jensen Ave., Parksville 

250.248.3841 

255 Wallace St, Port Alberni 

250.723.9511 

660 Primrose St, Qualicum Beach 

250.752.6121 

Museums 

ALBERNI Valley Museum 

Showing collections from community 

history. 

www.alberniheritage.com 


250.723.2181 

cRAIg HERITAGE PARk Museum 

www.parksvillemuseum.ca 

Northwest Bay Rd., Parksville 

250.248.6966 

McLEAn Mill NATIoNAL HistoRIc 

Museum 

5633 Smith Rd., Port Alberni 

250.723.1376 

LADysmiTH Maritime Museum 

Transfer beach, Ladysmith 

NANAImo Museum 

www.nanaimomuseum.ca 

100 Museum Way, Nanaimo 

250.753.1821 

QuALicum BEAch histoRIcAL & 

Museum SocIETy 

www.qbmuseum.net 

687 Beach Rd, Qualicum 

250.752.5533 

vANcouvER IsLAND Military 

Museum 

History of military local to Nanaimo. 

255 - 4750 Rutherford Rd., Nanaimo 

250.756.2554 

Seniors’ Groups 

echo sunsHINE club 


250.72.2505 

HARBour City Seniors’ 

assocIATIon 

www.nanaimoharbourcityseniors.com 

500 Bowen Rd., Nanaimo 

250.755.7501 

LADysmITH sENIors’ cENTER 

socIETy 

220 High St., Ladysmith 

250.245.8781 

PARADIse IsLE Seniors SocIETy 

201 Albert St., Nanaimo 

250.754.9566 

PARksvILLE SENIoRs DROP-IN 

CENTRE 

144 Middleton Rd., Parksville 

250.248.3200 

QuALicum BeACH SenioRS 

AcTIvITy Center AssocIATIon 

703 Memorial Ave, Qualicum Beach 

250.752.0420 

LEISURE 

Streamcasting live on the Internet 

5342 Somerset Dr. Nanaimo BC. 

Dreamations Video Production 

250-244-1774 info@dreamations.ca 

"I feel great... 

it was a lot easier than I anticipated." 

Call today for your free consultation! 

Metral Station 

1-6332 Metral Drive, 

Nanaimo, BC 

Douglene lost 42 pounds and 58 inches! 

250-390-0677 

www.herbalmagic.ca 

A common sense system for weight loss that works: 

REAL FOOD | PERSONAL COACHING | NATURAL PRODUCTS 


LEISURE 

Travel 

AIR cANADA 

Services for customers with disabilities. 

Identify special needs when booking. 

www.aircanada.ca 

www.flyjazz.ca 

888.247.2262 

Bc FERRIEs 

BC seniors (65 and over) travel free 

on most BC Ferries routes Mon-Thur 

except holidays. Passenger fares only. 

www.bcferries.com 

888.223.3779 Reservations 

GREyHouND 

www.greyhound.ca 

250.724.1266 - Port Alberni 

250.753.4371 - Nanaimo 

250.248.5332 - Parksville 

After hours 800.661.8747 

HARBouR AIR sEAPLANEs 

Floatplane service to downtown 

Vancouver and Airport 

1A - 90 Front st., Nanaimo 

250.714.0900 

Bc HIGHwAys coNDITIoNs 

Automated phone service 

www.drivebc.ca 

800.550.4997 

sEAIR sEAPLANEs LTD. 

seaplane service to vancouver 

Airport 

1956 zorkin Rd.,Nanaimo 

250.753-1115 

ToFINo Bus 

Provides charter bus services to tofino, 

Ucluelet, Port Alberni, Nanaimo, and 

Victoria 

www.tofinobus.com 

866.986.3466 

vIA RAIL 

Seniors discount for 60 and over. 

www.viarail.ca 

888.842.7245 

wEsTERN Bus LINEs 


250.723.3341 

wEsT coAsT AIR 

Floatplane service to downtown 

Vancouver and Airport 

50 Anchor way, Nanaimo 

250.754.3315 

wEsTJET AIRLINEs LTD. 

www.westjet.com 

800.538.5696 Reservations 

877.929.8646 Arrival & Departure Info 

877.952.0100 TTY 

800.347.2222 

NANAImo AIRPoRT (ycD) 

Flights leaving to different parts of 

vancouver Island & BC. 

www.nanaimoairport.com 

3350 Spitfire, cassidy 

NANAImo AIRPoRTER 

Shuttle service to Nanaimo Airport 

www.nanaimoairporter.com 

250.758.2133 

800.209.7792 

MY GIRLFRIEND’S 

CLOSET 

Previously Loved Ladies Fashions 

Footwear & Accessories 

106 W. Second Avenue, 


250.752.1925 

Mon - Sat 9:30am to 4pm 

Consignment by Appt Only 

AmBAssADoR sHuTTLE sERvIcE 

Shuttle from Comox to Nanaimo, Port 

Alberni 

www.ambassadorshuttleservice.ca 

250.339.5252 

877.339.5252 

IsLAND cHAuFFEuR 

Charter service from Qualicum Beach 

to Comox 

250.954.9694 

ELDERHosTEL 

Extraordinary learning adventures at 

exceptional values for those 55+ 

www.elderhostel.com 

800.454.5768 

ETA Bus TouRs 

providing quality tours to seniors for 

over 10 years 

www.etabustours.com 

529 Wentworth St., nanaimo 

250.753.3752 

877.752.3752 


Other 

DREAmATIoNs vIDEo 

PRoDucTIoN 

Video Service 

www.dreamations.ca 

5342 somerset Dr., Nanaimo 

250.244.1774 


my GIRLFRIEND’s cLosET 

Previously loved fashion 

mgcloset.com 

106 W 2nd Ave., Qualicum Beach 

250.752.1925 


vANcouvER IsLAND ELDER 

coLLEGE 

Affordable learning opportunities for the 55+ 

www.mala.ca/ccs/courses/eldercollege.asp 

866.734.6252 

ETA BUS TOURS 

CASINO’S 

FESTIVALS & EVENTS 

SCENIC TOURS 

SPORTING EVENTS 

PLAYS & PERFORMANCES 

WORLDWIDE DESTINATIONS 

Providing quality tours to seniors for over 10 years. 

Locally owned and operated. 

Let us take you away. Call for a brochure today ! 

Toll Free 1-877-752-3752 

Local 250-753-3752 

Visit us on the web at www.etabustours.com 

ETA Bus Tours is located at 529 Wentworth Street 

Nanaimo, BC V9R 3E3 

BC Reg # 30072 

LEISURE 


Remember 

Me 

Planning Ahead 

The idea of memorialization is not new, in 

fact, it’s been around for centuries. Now a 

new concept in memorialization is gaining 

favor and with good reason. 

More and more people are adopting the 

attitude that a memorial or monument is 

just like many other things that they can 

plan for during their lifetime, such as estate 

planning, life insurance, a retirement fund or 

funeral arrangements. 

Planning your own memorial has many 

advantages. 

It’s an opportunity to work with your loved 

ones to tell your story, and to choose 

from a wide variety of memorialization 

options available today. Planning ahead 

can save you family the stress of making 

decisions during an already difficult time. 

And there are also financial considerations 

– by planning ahead you can purchase 

your memorial at current prices and take 

advantage of financial options. 

Who knows your life story better than 

you 

No one! Your life is a collection of 

experiences and memories that make 

you unique.Planning your memorial in 

advance gives you time to ponder your 

most significant milestones, activities and 

achievements. Time to think about what 

brought the most joy and meaning to your 

life. And time to think about how you want to 

be remembered. 

Your memorial speaks best when you guide 

the choices for wording and design, creating 

your own message for future generations. 

your family will appreciate your guidance 

in the creation of your memorial. 

Later, when you are gone, your family 

will have enough to cope with without 

worrying about what memorial would be 

right and what should be put on it. They will 

appreciate your invitation to join with you 

in recalling and celebrating the things that 

meant the most to you and deciding how 

best to capture those things, forever etched 

in stone. 

Purchasing ahead gives a person, or family, 

the advantage of purchasing a suitable 

monument at the current price rather than 

waiting until the future with the uncertainty 

of tomorrow’s inflation ■ 

Herb McDowall is an independent 

memorial business agent and can be 

reached at 778-987-2676 

Offering comfort & assistance in your time of grief 

Mid Island's only Independent Funeral Home 

Telford's Burial & Cremation Centre 

your local Memorial Society of BC Funeral Home 

• Funeral Service 

• Graveside Service 

• Cremation Service 

• Cremetery Markers 

Family owned and operated 

250.751.2254 250.245.5553 

595 Townsite Rd. 112 French St. 

Nanaimo 

Ladysmith 

A caring service at a resonable cost 

Toll Free 1.866.503.5553 

This is what membership at the 

MEMORIAL SOCIETY OF BC * 

looks like. 

Are you taking advantage 

of the benefits we offer 

You receive preferred prices (prepaid or not) on funeral/cremation services from 

BC-owned and operated funeral providers. We no longer contract the services 

of First Memorial Services or any other American-owned funeral homes. 

• You spell out your final wishes now we keep it confidentially until required. 

• Pay a low, one-time fee for a lifetime membership. 

• Your family will appreciate later your forethought now. 

*Current members please ensure you have our new membership card and list of funeral providers 

Small Price to Pay For Peace of Mind 

www.memsoc.org 

1.888.816.5902 


Resources 

Service Organizations 

Bc cENTRE FoR ELDER ADvocAcy 

AND suPPoRT 

Forum for working together to eliminate 

the abuse of seniors. 

www.bcceas.ca 

866.437.1940 

Bc PARTNERs FoR 

mENTAL HEALTH AND ADDIcTIoN 

INFoRmATIoN 

Helps people better manage mental 

health and substance use problems. 

www.heretohelp.bc.ca 

cANADIAN BLooD sERvIcEs 

Recruits blood donors, organize and 

operate blood donor clinics 

www.bloodservices.ca 

888.236.6283 

cARP 

Canada’s association for the Fifty Plus 

www.carp.ca 

250.370.0130 / 800.663.9736 

couNcIL oF sENIoR cITIzENs 

oRGANIzATIoNs oF Bc (cosco) 

Purpose is to advance the social and 

physical welfare of all BC elder citizens. 

www.coscobc.ca 

604.921.7823 

LITERAcy cENTRAL vANcouvER 

IsLAND 

Promotes literacy for all individuals. 

www.LiteracyCentralVI.org 

19 commercial st., Nanaimo 

250.754.8988 

mEmoRIAL socIETy oF BRITIsH 

coLumBIA 

Helps its members plan funerals 

that are simple, dignified and 

affordable 

www.memorialsocietybc.org 

1-888-816-5902 


TELFoRD’s BuRIAL & 

cREmATIoN cENTRE 

Your local Memorial Society of BC 

Funeral home 

866.503.5553 

595 Townsite Rd., nanaimo 

250.751.2254 

112 French st., Ladysmith 

250.245.5553 


moTHERs AGAINsT DRuNk 

DRIvING 

Mission to stop impaired driving and 

support victims of this crime. 

www.madd.ca 

866.900.6233 

NANAImo & DIsTRIcT HosPITAL 

FouNDATIoN 

Provides funding for the Nanaimo 

Regional General Hospital 

www.nanaimohospitalfoundation.com 

102 - 1801 Bowen Road, nanaimo 

250.755.7690 

NANAImo & AREA womEN’s 

cENTRE 

Non-profit organization dedicated to 

assisting women and their families 

www.pawc.ca 

285selby st, Nanaimo 

250.753.0633 

NANAImo voLuNTEER cENTRE 

Connecting people with volunteer 

opportunities in their community. 

www.volunteernanaimo.ca 

170 wallace st, Nanaimo 

250.753.3720 

ocEANsIDE voLuNTEER cENTRE 

Working with non-profit organizations in 

Parksville and surrounding communities. 

www.oceansidevolunteer.org 

104 125 mccarter - Parksville 

250.248.2637 

sT. JoHN AmBuLANcE 

First aid training and volunteer 

community services. Therapy dog 

program visits to care facilities. 

www.sja.ca/bc 

2250 Labieux Rd, Nanaimo 

250.492.3377 

voLuNTEER wEB 

Connects organizations looking 

for special event volunteers with 

people seeking short-term volunteer 

opportunities. 

www.volweb.ca 

866.486.5932 

wELcomE wAGoN 

Canada’s largest and most respected 

greeting service 

www.welcomewagon.ca 

866.856.8442 

250.756.9794 


RESOURCES 

Mobile Massage Service 

with Natural Therapy Integration 

Especially for Seniors 

• Gentle Head & Neck Massage - for stress release/relaxation 

• Soothing Foot Massage - for deep relaxation, promoting increased 

energy & health through accupressure. 

• Reiki, Healing Touch & Attunement - to balance the body's energy field. 

Everyday is 

Senior’s Day10 OFF * 

% 

*excluding sales & discounted items, individual bars and drinks 

Experienced practitioner since 1990 

Cynthia 250.668.0789 

Vida Turok 

RNPA & RSNA 

Owner/Manager 

250.390.9275 

www.thevitaminhouse.ca 

Canadian Tire Plaza 

3-6894 N. Isl. Hwy, Nanaimo 


RESOURCES 

Support Groups & Self Help 

AL-ANoN / ALATEEN 

A fellowship for people whose lives 

have been affected by someone else’s 

drinking. See website for regular meetings 

in Parksville, Port Alberni, Qualicum, 

Nanaimo, Cobble Hill, Duncan, Cowichan, 

Gabriola. 

www.bcyukon-al-anon.org 

604.688.1716 

ALcoHoL & DRuG INFoRmATIoN & 

REFERRAL sERvIcE 

Certified information and referral 

specialists respond to enquiries on all 

aspects of alcohol and drug use and 

misuse. Service provided 24/7. 

800.663.1441 

ALcoHoLIcs ANoNymous 

Support & information for individuals 

with alcohol related problems. 24 hour 

answer line. 

www.aa.org 

212 - 285 Prideaux st, Nanaimo 

250.753.7513 

AmA TRANsITIoN HousE 

Providing One-to-One support 

advocacy and outreach to women over 

55 experiencing the impact of a past or 

present violent/abusive relationship. 

604.542.5992 

crisis Line 604.531.4430 

cHRoNIc DIsEAsE sELFmANAGEmENT 

PRoGRAm 

Live a healthy life with chronic condition 

www.coag.uvic.ca/cdsmp 

866.902.3767 

cHRoNIc PAIN Assoc. oF cANADA 

Serving people affected by pain, 

thru education, information, support 

advocacy. 

www.chronicpaincanada.com 

comPAssIoNATE FRIENDs, THE 

Support group for parents who have 

experienced the death of a child, any 

age, any cause. 

www.tcfcanada.net 

FAmILy LIFE AssocIATIoN 

NANAImo 

Provides services to strengthen 

families 

www.nflabc.org 


250.754.3331 

GAmBLING suPPoRT sERvIcEs 

Free confidential, individual and/or 

group counselling for problem gamblers 

and their families. 

www.responsiblegambling.ca 

250.860.8578 

PRoBLEm GAmBLING HELP LINE 

888.795.6111 

HosPIcE socIETIEs 

Mid-Island 

1729 Boundary Ave., Nanaimo 

250.758.8857 

Oceanside 

www.oceansidehospice.org 

210 W Crescent Rd., Qualicum Beach 

250.752.6227 

Alberni Valley 

www.albernihospice.ca 

2649 2nd Ave., Port Alberni 

250.723.4478 

LADysmITH REsouRcEs cENTRE 

AssocIATIoN 

Provides community services 

www.lrca.bc.ca 

721 1st Ave., Ladysmith 

250.245.3079 

LIFELINE PRoGRAm 

Provides support for those with 

disabilities or who are medically at 

risk. Offers help 24 hours a day at the 

push of a button. 

202 - 1801 Bowen Rd, nanaimo 


Nanaimo - 250.739.5770 

Port Alberni - 250.723.2135 

ext. 48147# 

Parksville/Qualicum - 250.947.8213 

mENTAL HEALTH INFoRmATIoN 

LINE: 

24/7 computerized voice system 

for mental health programs; trained 

volunteers on standby 9 am-4 pm 

weekdays. 

www.heretohelp.bc.ca/connect/ 

community-resources 

800.661.2121 Information Line 

NANAImo sENIoR PEER 

couNsELLING 

Nanaimo Family Life Association 

www.nflabc.org/senior.htm 


250.754.3331 

NARcoTIcs ANoNymous 

Self-help, support and information 

for those recovering from a drug 

problem. See website for area meeting 

information 

www.bcrscna.bc.ca 

877.234.5890 

NEIGHBoRLINk - PoRT ALBERNI 

Connects church volunteers with 

neighbors in need through a network of 

churches/service agencies. 

250.720.2128 

smokER’s HELPLINE 

www.quittintime.gov.bc.ca 

Quit Now By Phone 

877.455.2233 

RESOURCES 

Get help, the appropriate help, fast! 

LIFELINE, because there’s 

no place like home! 

Peace of mind for you and your family knowing you can 

access help when unable to reach a telephone. Get help 

in an emergency 24 hours/day at the push of a button you wear. 

Nanaimo Lifeline Program Alberni Lifeline 

Nanaimo: 250-739-5770 

250-723-2135 ext 48147 

Oceanside: 250-947-8213 

Email: Sandi.Weightman@viha.ca 

Email: Lifeline.Nanaimo@viha.ca 

Visit our website: www.nanaimohospitalfoundation.com/lifeline 

Michael D. Furlot CSA 

Life Insurance & Financial Services 

You’ve come far. You deserve to work with an advisor 

who appreciates that. it doesn’t cost anymore to work 

with a CSA but you’ll get a whole lot more of the 

understanding and respect you deserve. Call today for 

your free consultation. 

250-245-2052 or 1-866-746-2002 

Protecting Lifestyles 


A common myth among many is 

when you become a senior, you are 

a bad driver. In fact, many older, 

more experienced drivers remain 

safe on our roads. The issue is 

that as we age, our bodies both 

physically and mentally begin to 

change as we grow older. This 

may affect the way we drive. 

Many decisions must be made 

for every minute of driving. Each 

decision requires an almost 

immediate response. Today’s 

roads are much busier than they 

were 60 years ago. We are not 

just watching out for other cars 

anymore, but more road users such 

as pedestrians, cyclists, motorbikes 

and motorized scooters to name 

just a few. 

Older drivers take longer to 

respond to important decisions and 

might have to deal with weaker 

muscles, limited range of motion 

and a reduction in flexibility. This 

can interfere with their ability to be 

aware of their driving environment 

which is 360 degrees around a 

vehicle. 

The Aging Driver 

Driving in the Senior Years 

by Sean Wells, DriveWise Canada 

Tips for the aging driver: 

• See your doctor and vision 

specialist at least once per year 

• Don’t drive if feeling ill or tired 

• If necessary, bring along a 

passenger to help you navigate 

• Watch the traffic ahead of you 

and use at least the two second 

rule when following other 

vehicles. This gives you more 

space to respond to potential 

hazards. 

• Talk to your family about your 

driving. If necessary, seek a 

specialist to help your family 

determine if you are safe on the 

roads. 

• Take a driving evaluation 

BEFORE you retest for your 

licence. 

Many senior drivers will be sent a 

letter ordering them to re-test their 

driving skills with ICBC. This can be 

a stressful time. Make sure you are 

prepared ahead of time. The road 

test is very difficult – We are here to 

help you! 

Drivewise BC specializes in senior 

driving training programs. 

www.drivewisebc.com 

Programs & Groups 

cRIsIs LINE - NANAImo & AREA 

250.754.4447 

cRIsIs LINE - NANAImo & AREA 

24 Hour Support 

www.cvis.ca 

250.754.4447 

Mental Health Info Line 

800.661.2121 

mEALs oN wHEELs 

A reasonably priced community 

service for seniors, handicapped and 

convalescents. Meals are delivered by 

volunteers 

250.753.1300 - Nanaimo 

250.245.2307 - Ladysmith 

250.248.2093 - Parksville 

250.723.7963 - Port Alberni 

250-752-0420 - Qualicum Beach 

WE PASSED 

WITH 

DRIVEWISE 

... AND YOU CAN TOO! 

WWW.DRIVEWISEBC.COM 

NANAImo TELEPHoNE vIsITING 

socIETy. 

Outreach To Seniors 

208D, 2520 Bowen Rd., nanaimo 

250.756.9455 

yANA sENIoRs socIETy 

Mission is to improve the quality of life of 

loney elderly people 

www.yanaseniorssociety.org 

3690 Hammond Bay Rd., Nanaimo 

250.729.0233 

Transit/Transportation 

Bus PAssEs FoR sENIoRs 

Provides affordable transportation 

on BC transit for low-income seniors 

and persons who are disabled 

866.866.0800 

PoRT ALBERNI TRANsIT 

Seniors reduced rate tickets and passes 

are available at Echo Centre 

250.723.3341 

TAKING AN ICBC RE-TEST 

NEED A DRIVING TUNE-UP 

WE CAN HELP! 

WE SPECIALIZE IN SENIOR 

DRIVER TRAINING 

PROGRAMS! 

CALL US TODAY! 

250-753-9980 

RESOURCES 


RESOURCES 

NANAImo REGIoNAL TRANsIT sysTEm 

www.bctransit.com/regions/nan/ 

250.954.1001 

DRIvEwIsE Bc 

Drivers training. Also help senior 

drivers prepare for BC’s mandatory 

driver re-examination process. 

www.drivewisebc.com 

6421 Applecross Road, Nanaimo 

250.753.9980 


DRIvING mIss DAIsy 

Seniors transport & assistance 

250.714.5980 


HANDyDART 

Convenient door-to-door transportation 

for people with special needs 

250.390.3000 - NANAImo 

250.248.4557 - PARksvILLE 

250.724.1311 - PoRT ALBERNI 

TAxI sAvER/HANDyPAss 

Registered handydart users can buy 

taxisaver counpons. 

www.bctransit.com 

250.390.3000 

Ac TAxI NANAImo 

Wheelchair accessible taxis. Drivers 

are trained to assist persons with 

disabilities. 

250 753.1231 

Medical Transport 

cANcER socIETy voLuNTEER 

DRIvERs 

Service for people receiving cancer 

treatment who do not have access to 

transportation. 

250.724.2912 - Port Alberni 

250.741.8180 - Nanaimo 

250.752.3222 - Qualicum/Parksville 

wHEELs for wELLNEss socIETy 

provide transportation to centralized 

medical appointments 

www.wheelsforwellness.com 

250.338.0196 

TRAvEL AssIsTANcE PRoGRAm 

Assists with travel costs when medical 

care is not available locally. 

www.health.gov.bc.ca/msp/mtapp/ 

tap_patient.html 

800.661.2668 

mEDIcAL TRAvEL PRoGRAms 

Min of Health, Medical Services Div. 

1515 Blanshard st., victoria 

250.952.1587 

IcBc sENIoRs INsuRANcE 

Discount available for ICBC basic 

insurance for 65+ registered owners 

and operators, pleasure only, visit an 

AutoPlan broker for details. 

Government 

Municipal 

LADysmITH, Town of 

www.ladysmith.ca 

410 Esplanade 250.245.6400 

Fire Non-Emergency 250.245.6436 

Police & Fire Emergency 911 

Police Non-Emergency 250.245.2215 

NANAImo, city of 

www.nanaimo.ca 

455 wallace st 250.754.4251 

Bylaw Enforcement 250.755.4422 




PoRT ALBERNI, city of 

www.portalberni.ca 

4850 Argyle st. 250.723.2146 




Parksville, city of 

www.city.parksville.bc.ca 

100 E. Jensen Ave. 250.248.6144 





QuALiCuM BeACH, Town of 

www.qualicumbeach.com 

201-660 Primrose st 250.752.6921 

ToFINo, municipality of 

www.tofino.ca 

121 3rd st 250.725.3229 

ucluelet, District of 

www.ucluelet.ca 

200 main st 250.726.7744 

REGIoNAL DIsTRIcT oF NANAImo 

www.rdn.bc.ca 

6300 Hammond Bay Rd., Nanaimo 

250.390.4111 877.607.4111 

My Grampa Makes Great Dentures 

Premium Implants, Partials & Dentures 

All insurance plans welcome No referral required 

Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm 

off hours by previous appointment only 

Stephen Aiken, RD Kim Symes, RD 

For more information contact the Denturist Association of BC 

www.denturist.bc.ca 

Country Club Centre, Nanaimo 

(250) 751-8588 


govERNmENT 

Provincial 

ADDREss CHANGE 

For moves within BC, use this website 

to send change of address to provincial 

government programs and/or offices 

www.addresschange.gov.bc.ca 

866.775.0011 

Air Quality Health Index 

Shows Air quality in your community and 

reports health risks. 

www.airhealthbc.ca 

bc fisHING licENses 

Basic annual license for 65+ $5.00 

www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/licences/ 

Purchase online www.fishing.gov.bc.ca 

or at any Service BC Centre or licensed 

vendor 

BC PARks 

Management and conservation of a 

system of ecological reserves, provincial 

parks and recreation areas. 

www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks 

800.689.9025 Reservation service 

LIvesmART bc 

Help British Columbians make better 

energy choices. 

www.livesmartbc.ca 

800.663.7867 

MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE 

AssEMBLY 

Nanaimo 

Leonard Krog, MLA 

www.leonardkrog-mla.ca 

4 - 77 Victoria Cres., Nanaimo 

250.714.0630 

NANAImo-NoRTH CowicHAN 

Doug Routley, MLA 

www.dougroutley.ca 

273 Trunk Rd., Duncan 

250 715-0127 

1 877 715-0127 

PARKSViLLe-QuALicum 

Ron Cantelon, MLA 

www.roncantelonmla.bc.ca 

501 - 5800 Turner Rd., Nanaimo 

250.729.7041 

ALBERNI-PacIFIc Rim 

Scott Fraser, MLA 

www.scottfrasermla.com 

3945B Johnston Rd., Port Alberni 

Port Alberni, BC 

250.720.4515 

866.870.4190 

omBUDsmAN 

BC’s Independent Voice for Fairness 

www.ombudsman.bc.ca 

800.567.3247 

sERvice bc 

Basic information on gov’t. programs, 

toll free transfers to provincial offices. 

www.servicebc.gov.bc.ca 

800.663.7867 

460 Selby St., Nanaimo 

250.741.3636 


250.720.2040 

TOURISM BRITISH COLUMBIA 

www.hellobc.com 

800.435.5622 

VITAL STATISTICS AGENCY 

Birth, Death & Marriage Certificate, 

Marriage Licenses, Name Changes, 

Wills, Registry Information. 

www.vs.gov.bc.ca 

818 Fort St., Victoria 

250.952.2681 

Order by Credit Card 

888.876.1633 

Federal 

CANADA BORDER SERVICES 

General border services info 

www.cbsa.gc.ca 

800.461.9999 

CANADA MORTGAGE & HousING 

coRPORATION 

Home Adaptations for Senior’s 

Independence (HASI program) grants 

www.cmhc.ca 

800.639.3938 

CITIZENSHIP & ImmIGRATION 

www.cic.gc.ca 

888.242.2100 

GST CREDIT SERVICE 

The GST/HST credit is a tax-free 

quarterly payment to individuals and 

families with low and modest incomes. 

www.cra-arc.gc.ca 

800.959.1953 

INcomE SEcuRITY PROGRAms 

Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, 

Guaranteed Income Supplement 

www.servicecanada.gc.ca 

800.277.9914 

MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT 

NANAImo-ALBERNI 

Dr. James Lunney, MP 

www.jameslunneymp.ca 

#6, 6894 N. Island Hwy., Nanaimo 

250.390.7550 

3074 Kingsway Ave. Port Alberni 

Open Tues. & Thur in Port Alberni 

866.390.7550 


CowicHAN 

Jean Crowder, MP 

www.jeancrowder.ca 

126 Ingram St., Duncan 

77 Victoria Cres., Nanaimo 

250.746.4896 Duncan 

866.609.9998 


govERNmENT 

Dr. James Lunney 

Member of Parliament 

Nanaimo – Alberni 

Nanaimo Office 

#6 – 6894 Island Hwy N. 

Nanaimo, BC V9V 1P6 

Phone: 1 866 390 7550 

Fax: 250 390 7551 

nanaimo@jameslunneymp.ca 

Port Alberni Office 

3074 Kingsway Ave. 

Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1X6 

Phone: 250 720 4457 

Fax: 250 720 4458 

www.jameslunneymp.ca 

Open Tues. & Thurs. 


govERNmENT 

PARks CANADA 

www.pc.gc.ca 

888.773.8888 

PASSPORT CANADA 

Application forms: Passport offices, 

Service Canada, Internet 

www.ppt.gc.ca 

800.567.6868 

SERVICE CANADA 

Full service centres offering a mix of 

information and transactional services. 

www.servicecanada.gc.ca 

201 60 Front St., Nanaimo 

Information on government services 

and programs 

800.622.6232 

TRAVEL (INTERNATIONAL) 

FOREIGN AFFAIRS & 

INTERNATIONAL TRADE 

Provides consular emergency services 

and travel information for Canadians 

travelling abroad. 

www.voyage.gc.ca 

800.267.6788 

VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA - 

Promotes health, well-being of Canadian 

veterans, programs and services. 

www.vac-acc.gc.ca 

Pacific Regional Office 

900-605 Robson St. Vancouver 

866.522.2122 

WEATHER INFORMATION 

www.weatheroffice.gc.ca 

250.245.8877 Namaimo 

250.245.8899 Namaimo Marine 

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES 

My Girlfriend's Closet..................................50 

DenTUriST 

Accura Denture Clinic Inc...........................61 

DENTAL CARE 

Arrowsmith Dental Group............................27 

Dr. Peter Brawn....................front inside cover 

Brooks Landing Dental Clinic......................34 

Harbour City Dental Hygiene......................35 

DRIVING SCHOOL 

Drivewise BC..............................................59 

EMERGENCY MONITORING 

Nanaimo Lifeline.........................................56 

Alberni Lifeline............................................56 

EYE CARE & OPTICAL 

Eye Care Nanaimo......................................39 

Reveal Living..............................................38 

Valley Vision Optometry Clinic....................39 

Vision One Optical........................................9 

Advertiser 

Index 

Financial PLANNING 

Michael Furlot.......................................46, 57 

Hicks Financial............................................41 

Master Financial Services...........................42 

RBC Dominion Securities...outide back cover 

FunerAL ArrangemenTS & 

PLANNING 

Memorial Society of BC..............................53 

Telfords ......................................................53 

FurniTUre Maker 

Carson's Custom Wood Design..................23 

GOVERNMENT 

Jean Crowder MP.......................................62 

Dr. James Lunney MP.................................63 

HEARING 

Calvori Hearing...........................................26 

HOME CARE 

Claire's Home Care.....................................32 

Harmony Healthcare...................................13 

Our members provide quality living options for today's seniors 

• We are an industry in B.C. that provides seniors with CHOICES 

• We provide today’s elderly with amazing OPPORTUNITIES 

• We provide SERVICES that allow independence and assistance with daily living 

• We offer COMFORT to ensure peace of mind to residents and families 

• We offer a better way of LIVING for seniors 

BCSLA is proud to offer a referral service to our 

member communities for seniors seeking to find the 

perfect private community to join. 

Visit www.bcsla.ca 

for more information 

or call 1-888-402-2722 

If You Are . . . 

Moving 

Expecting a Baby 

Planning a Wedding 

Wagon offers part time career opportunities in your community 

Call Welcome Wagon Today! 

Call: 250.756.9794 

Internet: www.welcomewagon.ca 

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Advertiser Index Continued 

Nurse Next Door ......................................... 11 

Sue's Senior Care ......................................37 

HEALTH CENTRES 

Cline Medical Centre ..................................28 

Lulu Chinese Health Centre .......................33 

HOME MAINTENANCE & 

RENOVATION 

Artisian Handyman .....................................25 

Your Maintenance Man ...............................24 

HOUSing 

The Dwelling Place .....................................21 

The Gardens at Qualicum Beach ...............22 

Oak Tree Manor.................. back inside cover 

The Origin at Longwood .............................16 

Kiwanis Manor ............................................19 

Wexford Creek ............................................17 

LEGAL .......................................................... 

Family by Choice ........................................44 

Tiah Workman Notary Public ......................45 

LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS 

Pacific Live-in Caregivers ...........................15 

MASSAGE SERVICES 

Mobile Spa..................................................54 

meDicAL eqUipmenT 

Advanced Mobility ......................................10 

Medichair ....................................................29 

NEWCOMER SERVICE 

Welcome Wagon ........................................65 

nUTriTiOn 

Herbal Magic ..............................................49 

Isagenix ......................................................31 

The Vitamin House .....................................55 

PHARMACY 

Medicine Centre .........................................32 

Pharmasave .................................................7 

REAL ESTATE 

David Hayward ...........................................43 

HBT Realty .................................................39 

RECREATION & TRAVEL 

ETA Bus Tours ............................................51 

Nanaimo Parks & Recreation .....................47 

SENIORS' DAY PROGRAM 

Cilaire Seniors' Day Home .........................18 

TRANSITION SERVICES 

First Stage ..................................................20 

TRANSPORTATION 

Driving Miss Daisy ......................................60 

VIDEO SERVICES 

Dreamation Video Productions ...................48 

Affordable 

Prestige 

in the Heart of Nanaimo 

• Seniors’ independent supportive living 

• Reasonably-priced all-inclusive rents 

• Superb meals 

• Spectacular waterfront views 

• Intimate, cozy & secure setting 

• Near everything downtown has to offer 

Why live anywhere else 

Now 

Open 

Experience 

Nanaimo 

2010/11 

Available 

August 1st, 

2010 


If you are interested in advertising in the 2010/2011 edition of 

Experience magazine, contact us at nanaimo@experiencegroup.ca now 

to reserve your spot. Sales will begin May '10. 

If you have a listing and it needs corrections or if you are a community 

group and would like to be include in next years edition, contact us at 

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325 Hecate Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 4J9 

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and enjoy their lifestyles 

Wealth management goes beyond investment advice 

and money management to address a wide range of 

concerns related to both your financial and life goals. 

We can help individuals and families with: 

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