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SeniorS information & reSourceS aGinG WeLL in Bc Access the report from the Seniors Advisory Council online at www.hls.gov.bc.ca/seniors aLZHeimer SocietY of Bc Exists to alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. www.alzheimerbc.org ............................................. 800-462-2833 aiDS VancouVer iSLanD/nanaimo www.avi.org ...................................................250-753-2437 Bc centre for eLDer aDVocacY & SuPPort Individuals, seniors, community agencies, government and policy makers, working together to eliminate the abuse of seniors. www.bcceas.ca 411 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver......................... 866-437-1940 B.c. GoVernment retireD emPLoYeeS ........................................................................................... 250-760-0113 Bc PenSionerS orGaniZation Promotes the best interest of elder citizens in BC, in all matters pertaining to their welfare ....................................... 604-530-2601 Bc SeniorS Online resources and links to programs and services for seniors. www.gov.bc.ca/seniors ........................... 800-465-4911

Brain injurY SocietY/nanaimo www.nbis.ca .............................................................. 250-753-5600 canaDian reD croSS Under the Homecare Services of this website, find information on medical equipment loan programs.......... www.redcross.ca ceDar Women’S inStitute ........................... 250-245-4016 cHronic Pain SuPPort GrouP .................. 250-754-4863 citY of nanaimo Hours of Operation are between 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday. www.nanaimo.ca 455 Wallace St., Nanaimo ....................................... 250-754-4251 cLaY tree SocietY For people with developmental disabilities ........................................................................................... 250-753-5322 cniB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind) ........................................................................................... 250-751-2342 DiaL-a-Dietitian Food & Nutrition information from professional dietitians. Call between 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. www.dialadietitian.org ........................................... 800-667-3438

Our goal is to keep seniors on their feet, mobile & maintaining their independence. Our dual licensed Pedorthists run both a Pedorthic Foot Care Clinic & a Spinal Stenosis Clinic. 47% of the over 65 population suffer from Stenosis; a degeneration in the spine causing leg pain, back pain, & foot symptoms with walking. Patients report relief when bending over a shopping cart as it relieves pressure on the spine. Services Offered: • Comprehensive assessments of painful foot & leg conditions that limit you from walking • Custom orthotics: Arthritic, Diabetic & functional foot orthoses with footwear assessment for optimization of custom orthotics • Conservative treatment for Spinal Stenosis in accordance with the Mount Sinai Hospital Spinal Stenosis program

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SeniorS information & reSourceS DiStrict of LantZViLLe Hours of Operation are between 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday. www.lantzville.ca 7192 Lantzville Rd., Lantzville .............................. 250-390-4006

iSLanD Deaf anD HarD of HearinG centre Provides services and support for deaf individuals who use sign language as primary means of communication. www. idhhc.ca ............................250-753-0999 or TTY: 250-753-0977

DoWntoWn BuSineSS imProVement aSSociation Non-Profit enabling property owners and businesses in Downtown Nanaimo. www.nanaimodowntown.com A-10 Victoria Cres., Nanaimo................................. 250-754-8141

joHn HoWarD SocietY/nanaimo reGion 1585 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC ........................................................................................... 250-754-1266

firSt oPen Heart SocietY Vancouver Island ......................................................250-753-0143 GranDParentS raiSinG GrancHiLDren SuPPort www.parentsupportbc.ca ................................. 1-800-377-0212 Greater nanaimo cHamBer of commerce Organization to promote business interests in Nanaimo. www.nanaimochamber.bc.ca 2133 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo ...................................... 250-756-1191 HarBour citY Senior QuiLterS Meets Tuesdays from noon to 3 p.m. at Bowen Park. No experience necessary, all supplies provided. ..................................................... 250-756-9149 HomeoWner Grant ProGramS One of three provincial property tax assistance programs offered to help homeowners reduce taxes. Box 9991, Stn Prov Govt, Victoria ........................ 888-355-2700

LoaVeS anD fiSHeS communitY fooD BanK 1009 Farquhar St.......................................................... 250-754-8347 meaLS on WHeeLS Assists people by providing hot nutritious meals at a reasonable cost. www.members.shaw.ca/mownanaimo ........................................................................................... 250-753-1300 meDic aLert founDation Provider of emergency medical information services linked to customized medical bracelets, necklets and watches. www.medicalert.ca ................................................... 800-668-1507 nanaimo aSSociation for communitY LiVinG Helping adults with developmental disabilities. www.nanaimoacl.com 83 Victoria Cres., Nanaimo ..................................... 250-714-0047 nanaimo BritiSH cLuB Meets monthly at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256, E. Wellington Rd. ..................250-591-6826

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SeniorS information & reSourceS nanaimo BLocK WatcH Partners with communities to build safer neighborhoods by encouraging residents to take a proactive approach to crime prevention and safety. http://blockwatch.com/ nanaimo citiZen aDVocacY Non-profit society dedicated to advocating for individuals who seek assistance by providing education, information, referral, support. 114-285 Prideaux St., Nanaimo............................ 250-753-2321 nanaimo communitY arcHiVeS Official repository of the archival records of the City of Nanaimo, Nanaimo District Museum and the Nanaimo Historical Society. 150 Commercial Street, Nanaimo ....................... 250-753-4462 nanaimo communitY HoSPice SocietY Providing compassionate care & support to the dying, their caregivers, & bereaved in our community. www.nanaimohospice.com 1080 St. George Cres., Nanaimo ............................. ...............................................................250-591-8811 See our ad on page 12. nanaimo communitY KitcHenS Build skills while preparing low-cost healthy meals. www.nanaimocommunitykitchens.org 271 Pine St., Nanaimo .............................................. 250-753-7470

nanaimo DiStrict muSeum Permanent exhibits on Nanaimo's history, travelling exhibits from across Canada and guardian of the Bastion, a former Hudson's Bay Company outpost. 100 Museum Way, Nanaimo ............................. 250-753-1821 nanaimo famiLY Life aSSociation Nanaimo Family Life is dedicated to the children, youth, and families of our community. www.nflabc.org/ 1070 Townsite Road, Nanaimo ............................. 250-754-3331 nanaimo fooDSHare SocietY Through education and facilitation, we strengthen and support sustainable, community food systems. www.nanaimofoodshare.ca ................................ 250-753-9393 nanaimo Heart & StroKe founDation ..................................................................... 1-888-754-5274 nanaimo HiStoricaL SocietY Meets monthly at Bowen Park. ................................................................................ 250-758-0911 nanaimo neWS BuLLetin Two-times weekly community newspaper 777 Poplar St., nanaimo, B.c., V9S 2H7 www.nanaimobulletin.com ................................ 250-753-3707

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SENIORS INFORMATION & RESOURCES NANAIMO REGIONAL DISTRICT Information on services such as public transit, water and sewer, planning, garbage and recycling as well as parks and recreation. www.rdn.bc.ca 6300 Hammond Bay Rd., Nanaimo..................... 250-390-4111 NANAIMO REGIONAL GENERAL HOSPITAL Visit online at www.viha.ca 1200 Dufferin Crescent., Nanaimo...................... 250-755-7691 NANAIMO WIDOWS Support Group meets Wednesdays. All widows welcome. ........................................................ 250-722-3353 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FEDERAL RETIREES Advocating for retired federal employees to protect and enhance their benefits. For more information, please call. Bob Willis ....................................................................... 250-468-0260 See our ad on page 6. NEW HORIZONS FOR SENIORS PROGRAM Organizations that want to help seniors make a difference in the lives of others and in their communities are eligible to receive federal grants and contributions funding. www.esdc. gc.ca/eng/seniors/funding/index.shtml OMBUDSPERSON British Columbia’s independent voice for fairness. www.ombudsperson.ca .......................................... 800-567-3247

PARKS CANADA www.pc.gc.ca ............................................................... 888-773-8888 SINGLE SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB Bi-weekly dinners, potlucks, card and game nights, coffee meetings. ................................................................................. 250-756-1601 VIU ELDERCOLLEGE Register today for an upcoming six-week course in Parksville or Nanaimo on stimulating topics for those 50 or better. www.viu.ca/eldercollege ...............................1-866-734-6252 See our ad on page 10. VITAL STATISTICS AGENCY Working to improve the Birth, Death & Marriage Certificates, Marriage Licenses, Name Changes, Wills and Registry Information. www.vs.gov.bc.ca 1-888 876-1633

SUGGEST A LISTING Did we miss something? If you have a suggestion for organizations, clubs or services that should be included in our directory, or would like to advertise, please contact us. Phone: 250-753-3707; Fax: 250-753-0788 Listings ......................................editor@nanaimobulletin.com Sales ....................................salesmgr@nanaimobulletin.com

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SeniorS HouSinG anD aSSiSteD LiVinG BerWicK on tHe LaKe retirement reSiDence Choices and options! All-inclusive independent assisted living, care and respite suites available. 3201 ross road, nanaimo. www.berwickrc.com ............................................... 250-729-7995 See our ad on page 2. GaBrioLa Senior citiZenS aSSociation 685 North Rd, Gabriola ..............................................250-247-9638 GooD Samaritan WeXforD creeK 80-tenth Street, nanaimo. www. gss.org ..... 250-753-4044 KeePinG HouSe care faciLitY Assisted living care home and nursing care services. 2263 jingle Pot rd., nanaimo. www.keepinghouseseniorshome.ca .............. 250-716-1920 See our ad on page 9.

LonGLaKe cHateau Independent retirement living. 3035 ross rd., nanaimo www.longlakechateau.com ................................ 250-756-1411 maLaSPina GarDenS 388 machleary, nanaimo ..................................... 250-754-7711 mariLYnn KenneDY – Sutton WeSt coaSt reaLtY Providing professional service and positive results and helping clients achieve their real estate goals since 1988. 604-5800 turner rd., nanaimo, V9t 6j4. www.marilynn.ca ..................................................... 250-740-0884 See our ad on page 11. mount BenSon Senior citiZenS HouSinG SocietY 106-619 comox rd., nanaimo, V9r 5V8 ....... 250-618-1030

KiWaniS ViLLaGe Independent, supportive, assisted living and complex care options to seniors. 1233 Kiwanis cres. nanaimo www.kiwanisvillage.ca.......................................... 250-753-6471

nanaimo SeniorS ViLLaGe Campus of care offering independence, plus assisted living and nursing care services. 6089 uplands Dr., nanaimo. www.retirementconcepts.com .......................... 250-760-2325 See our ad on page 8.

LaKeSiDe GarDenS retirement communitY Independent and assisted living. Lakeside looks and feels like a country retreat, offering a peaceful and safe environment for you and your pets. Conveniently located to all major amenities and medical facilities. 4088 Wellesley ave., nanaimo www.lakesidegardens.unicarehomes.com . 250-756-0799 See our ad on page 12.

nanaimo traVeLLerS LoDGe Helping elders with dementia to live as fully as possible and to enjoy life. 1298 Nelson Street, Nanaimo, BC V9S 2K5 www.nanaimotravellerslodge.com ............................................250-758-4676 or 250-585-5505

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SeniorS HouSinG anD aSSiSteD LiVinG oaK tree manor Independent seniors supportive housing. It's affordable prestige in the heart of Nanaimo. 325 Hecate St., nanaimo www.oaktreemanor.ca .......................................... 250-716-1799 See our ad on page 9.

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oriGin at LonGWooD An active lifestyle community with full service rentals, assisted living and long-term care suites. 6205 oliver road, nanaimo www.origin.ca ........................................................... 250-751-7755

Bc HouSinG A provincial program dedicated to providing housing assistance to those in need. www.bchousing.org ................................................. 800-787-2807

rV reSort on tHe LaKe RV lots for sale or rent. Fulltime or recreational use. Pet friendly park. 2323 arbot road, nanaimo www.resortonthelake.com ................................. 250-754-1975 SerenitY SeniorS Home We offer seniors a retirement opportunity which implements an active, healthy and independent lifestyle. 940 Hecate St., nanaimo, V9r 4K8 ................................................... 250-753-0387 See our ad on page 9 WooDGroVe manor 6304 Metral Drive, Nanaimo .................................. 250-390-1036

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canaDian HouSinG & mortGaGe corPoration Provides information on housing and mortgage programs that are specific to seniors. www.cmhc.ca............................................................... 250-363-8040 nanaimo afforDaBLe HouSinG SocietY www.nahs.ca ............................................................... 250-758-1158 reSiDentiaL tenancY office Provides landlords and tenants with information regarding their rights and responsibilities. www.rto.gov.bc.ca 1st Floor, 1019 Wharf St, Victoria ........................ 800-665-8779 tiLLicum LeLum aBoriGinaL frienDSHiP centre Strives to improve the quality of life for Aboriginal people living in an urban environment. 927 Haliburton St., nanaimo .........................................................................250-753-4417

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SeniorS SerViceS anD orGaniZationS aLcoHoLicS anonYmouS Support and information for individuals with alcohol related problems. 24 hour answer line. www.aa.org 212-285 Prideaux St, Nanaimo ............................. 800-883-3968

Bc LuPuS SocietY Provides education & support to people with lupus. www.bclupus.org ....................................................... 800-585-8787

aLanon A fellowship for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. www.bcyukon-al-anon.org www.bcyukon-al-anon.org................................... 250-753-6030

Bc ScHiZoPHrenia SocietY nanaimo BrancH Provides education and support to family and friends of those living with any serious mental illness. www.bcssnanaimo.org ............................................ 250-753-9923

aLS SocietY of Bc To meet physical & emotional needs of ALS patients & their caregivers. www.alsbc.ca #208 – 1600 West 6th Ave, Vancouver............... 800-708-3228

canaDian BLooD SerViceS Recruits blood donors, organizes and operates blood donor clinics ................ ..........................................................www.bloodservice.ca

aLZHeimer SocietY of Bc Alleviate the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. www.alzheimerbc.org.............................................. 800-462-2833 artHritiS SocietY of Bc Committed to the research, care, education and advocacy for persons with arthritis. www.arthritis.ca/bc................................................... 800-321-1433 Bc LunG aSSociation Leads provincial and international lung health initiatives and lung disease prevention. www.bclung.ca ........................................................... 800-665-5864

canaDian DiaBeteS aSSociation Promotes health through diabetes research, education, service & advocacy. www.diabetes.ca ........................................................ 800-226-8464 canaDian LiVer founDation Dedicated to liver health & the elimination of over 100 forms of liver disease. www.liver.ca ................................................................. 800-856-7266 carP Canada’ Association for the 50 plus. A new Vision of Aging in Canada. www.carp.ca 1340-27 Queen Street East, Toronto .................. 800-363-9736

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SeniorS SerViceS anD orGaniZationS ceDar VaLLeY memoriaL GarDenS Pre-arranged cremation, cemetery and funeral plans. Taking care of all end of life burial and cremation needs. 2347 cedar rd., cedar, B.c. ................................ 250-722-2244 www.cedarvalleymemorial.ca See our ad on page 10.

nanaimo HarBour citY SeniorS With a year membership, participate in low cost to free recreation programs. For more information, log onto the website and view the monthly newsletter. www.nanaimoharbourcity seniors.com........... 250-755-7501 See our ad on page 18.

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nanaimo SeniorS outreacH Island Health's Nanaimo Seniors Outreach provides specialty services to older adults and their caregivers. ............................................................................................ 250-755-3301

communitY connector Transportation services for seniors and persons with mobility challenges. ................................................................... 250-756-2669

meDic aLert founDation www.medicalert.ca ................................................... 800-668-1507

ParaDiSe iSLe Senior SocietY Seniors Drop-in Centre. Games, hobbies, social gatherings. Nurse on staff does counsellling and educational classes on nutrition, etc. Every Tuesday and Thursday there is soup and sandwich lunch at noon. 201 Albert Street, Nanaimo ................................... 250-754-9566

mS SocietY of canaDa - centraL iSLanD cHaPter PO Box 39046, Nanaimo V9R 7B7 www.mssociety.ca/centralisland ..................... 250-722-2214

ParKinSon SocietY of Bc Addressing the personal and social consequences of Parkinson’s Disease in British Columbia. www.parkinson.bc.ca ............................................... 800-668-3330

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nanaimo communitY SeniorS SocietY Any senior can be a member of the group. Get together on Wednesdays for luncheon at 11:15 a.m. at the Moose Hall in Chase River, cost is $8.50 for guests, plus GST. ............................................................................................ 250-754-2820

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SeniorS SerViceS anD orGaniZationS Safer (SHeLter aiD for eLDerLY renterS) Provides monthly cash payments to subsidize rents for eligible BC residents aged 60 years plus. www.bchousing.org/programs/safer ................ 800-257-7756 SaLVation armY The largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in Canada. www.salvationarmy.ca 19 Nicol Street, Nanaimo ........................................ 250-754-2621 Senior Peer counSeLLinG The Senior Peer Counselling Program offers emotional support and community connections to those who are 55 years and older. Referrals can be made by communty resources or self. 1070 Townsite Road, Nanaimo ............................. 250-754-3331 SeniorS Bc Resources for planning and living a healthy and active life. ....................................................................................www.seniorsbc.ca SerVice Bc Basic information on government programs, with toll free transfers to provincial government offices. www.servicebc.gov.bc.ca ....................................... 800-663-7867 St. joHn amBuLance Information & registration services for first aid training, emergency and CPR courses first aid kits and supplies. www.sja.ca/bcyukon ................................................ 250-729-8889

teLforD'S BuriaL & cremation centre Inflation-proof pre-arrangement plans. Marker and monument. Complete service and reception facilities. Nanaimo and Ladysmith's only independent funeral homes. 112 french St., Ladysmith ................................... 250-245-5553 595 townsite rd. ..................................................... 250-591-6644 See our ad on page 19. VancouVer iSLanD reaL eState BoarD Online at www.vireb.com 6374 Metral Drive, Nanaimo ................................. 250-390-4212 VarietY - tHe cHiLDren’S cHaritY of Bc Leave a Legacy. Leave a Bequest in your Will to Variety and BC’s children who have special needs. www.varietybc.ca/legacy ....................................... 800-381-2040 VeteranS affairS canaDa Provides exemplary, client-centred services and benefits that respond to the needs of our veterans and their families. www.vac-acc.gc.ca .................................................... 866-522-2122 VoLunteer nanaimo Links volunteers with organizations in need of support in Nanaimo. www.volunteernanaimo.ca ........................................................................................... 250-758-7121 WeatHer information Government weather reports ..........www.weatheroffice.gc.ca

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HEALTH & FINANCIAL SERVICES BC HEALTH GUIDE PROGRAM Reliable health info that you can trust. 24 self-care program to you better understand & manage your health. www.bchealthguide.org ......................................... 800-465-4911 HEALTH & SENIORS’ INFORMATION LINE Seniors can speak with a real person to answer questions on health programs & services. Mon to Fri, 8:30am to 4:30pm. www.hls.gov.bc.ca/seniors .................................... 800-465-4911 B.C. SECURITIES COMMISSION Raising awareness of investment fraud among B.C. pre-retirees and other seniors. 701 West Georgia St., Vancouver www.investright.org .....1-800-373-6393 or 604-899-6554 BELTONE HEARING CARE CENTRE Hearing care services including hearing tests, Beltone hearing aids, repair and service. 105-2000 Island Hwy. N., Nanaimo www.beltonecare.ca .............................................. 250-756-9900 CALVORI HEARING Hearing ads and hearing tests. Full time audiologist. 110-2124 Bowen Rd., Nanaimo www.calvorihearing.com .................................... 250-760-0749 See our ad on page 12. CANADA BENEFITS Information about federal, provincial, and territorial benefit programs and services for seniors and individuals. www.canadabenefits.gc.ca ..................................... 800 622 6232

CANADIAN CENTRE FOR ELDER LAW Dedicated to improving the lives of older adults in their relationship to the law. ........................ http://www.bcli.org/ccel CENTRAL DRUG STORES Providing prescriptions, specialty compounding, blister packaging, and home health-care products. Six Nanaimo locations to serve you. Corner of Albert/Dunsmuir Street .................. 250-753-6401 346 Campbell Street .............................................. 250-753-5342 1125 Dufferin Crescent ......................................... 250-716-0063 2220 Bowen Road ................................................... 250-758-7711 6010 Brickyard Road ............................................. 250-751-2576 Lantzville Road ........................................................ 250-390-4423 See our ad on page 3. CONNECT HEARING Call today for a free hearing test and hearing aid demonstration. 4-1150 Terminal Ave. North ................................250-754-9233 105-6560 North Island Highway ........................250-390-1113 www. connecthearing.ca See our ad on page 15. FAMILY BY CHOICE Assisting our senior clients who cannot always manage their own financial, legal and personal care matters. 101-5220 Dublin Way, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 0H2 www.familybychoice.ca Ph: 250-756-7725........................................... Fax:250-756-7721 See our ad on page 17.

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HEALTH & FINANCIAL SERVICES GUARANTEED INCOME SUPPLEMENT Provides money on top of the Old Age Security Pension. www.servicecanada.gc.ca .......................................800 277-9914 HEALTH INSURANCE BC Administers the Medical Services Plan (MSP) and PharmaCare on behalf of the Ministry of Health Services. www.hibc.gov.bc.ca ...................................................800 663-7100 HEALTHLINK BC Speak with a nurse about your symptoms, consult with a pharmacist about your medication questions 24/7. www.healthlinkbc.ca .............Dial 811 (Hearing Impaired 711) ISLAND PEDORTHIC FOOTCARE Focuses on the assessment, care and treatment of diabetic and arthritic feet and foot pain due to biomechanical dysfunction. Certified pedorthists and foot care nurses on staff. 102-5180 Dublin Way., Nanaimo .................... 250-585-1718 See our ad on page 4. LEGAL SERVICES SOCIETY Offers a range of free services that may help you. Priority to people with low incomes, but many services are available to all British Columbians. www.lss.bc.ca/general/provincialCallCentre.php ................ 1-866-577-2525 MEDICAL SERVICES PLAN Automated 24/7 phone service with limited information about your MSP account, benefits and services. www.health.gov.bc.ca.............................................. 800-663-7100 MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY Certified diabetes educator Mayur Patel. 303-5800 Turner Rd................................................... 250-585-0325 Ideal protein weight-loss clinic, chorus supernaturals and compression stocking Kristen Azcarranga. 4186A Departure Bay Rd. ....................................... 250-760-0073 Certified diabetes educator Elijah Ssemaluulu. 33-1150 Terminal Ave.. ............................................ 250-591-4933 Chorus supernaturals and compression stocking Edgar Montejo. 2A-1834 Cedar Rd.. .................................................... 250-323-8688 See our ad on page 23. NANAIMO SENIORS VISITING PROGRAM The Nanaimo Seniors Visiting Program's focus is the wellbeing of seniors who wish to live independently. 53156 Barons Rd., Nanaimo, V9T 4B5 www.midislandability.org info@midislandability.org ................................... 250-756-9455 PHARMACARE Provides financial assistance to BC residents for eligible prescription drugs and designated medical supplies. www.gov.bc.ca/health ............................................. 800-663-7100

PHARMASAVE Home health care products, equipment rentals, crutches, wheel chairs, walkers, blister packing. Free prescription delivery. 10 per cent senior’s discount everyday. 5-1273 South Island Hwy (Chase River) ........ 250-755-1830 1816 Bowen Rd (Westhill Centre) .................... 250-740-3880 4-1588 Boundary Crescent (Beaufort Centre) www.pharmasave.com.......................................... 250-754-0091 See our ad on page 7. PROPERTY TAX DEFERMENT Homeowners aged 55 years and over may defer the payment of annual property taxes on their principal residence. http://bit.ly/1Pd2pz2 ................................................ 250-356-8121 PUBLIC GUARDIAN & TRUSTEE OF B.C. Adult’s right to self-determination, support & protection for those vulnerable to abuse or incapable of making their own decisions. www.trustee.bc.ca 1019 Wharf Street (4th floor) Victoria ............... 250-356-8160 RBC DOMINION SECURITIES INC. Noelle Bellomi, PFP, FMA, FCSI. Investment advisor and financial planner. 101-5050 Uplands Dr., Nanaimo, V9T 6N1 ..... 250-729-3236 See our ad on page 17. REMEDY RX PHARMACY In-home consultations, custom medication packaging, specialized compounding, flu shots. Free delivery. Diabetes support. 1450 Waddington Rd., Nanaimo....................... 250-591-4411 See our ad on page 13. RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Provides low-income homeowners with financial assistance for repairs of lower value homes. ......................... 800-668-2642 SENIORS ADVISORY COUNCIL To advise Minister of Health and Minister responsible. 1515 Blanshard Street, Victoria............................ 800-663-7867 TEMPORARY PREMIUM ASSISTANCE Temporary Premium Assistance (TPA) provides a short-term period of Medical Service Plan (MSP) premium waver for qualifying individuals and families tpa@gov.bc.ca ..............................................................800 207-2051 TIAH M. WORKMAN Property purchases and sales, mortgages, wills, powers of attorney, representation agreements, notarizations and more. 101-5220 Dublin Way, Nanaimo V9T 0H2 www.nanaimonotary.ca .................... Ph: 250-756-0095; Fax: 250-756-7721 See our ad on page 16

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Do you have good hearing but poor comprehension? Do you sometimes feel that you can hear well, but not fully understand what’s being said? This can be most evident in social conversations and watching television. Fortunately, there may be a solution for some people dealing with this type of hearing loss ‑ the Audéo Venture hearing aid has been designed specifically to help improve speech comprehension without being noticeable in the ear. Poor comprehension in conversation can possibly be caused by undetected hearing loss in the high-frequency range. This means the sensory cells in the cochlea that hear high-range sounds are damaged as a result of circulatory disorders, diabetes, sudden hearing loss or workplace noise. Hearing loss in the high frequency range makes speech sound muffled and unclear making it difficult to hear consonants like s, f, t, k, h and g. Speech comprehension is even more challenging when there is background noise or when television programs have background music. The dilemma is that people with hearing loss in the highfrequency range do not consider themselves to have a hearing problem. They can hear deep tones with no issue, and often put difficulty understanding speech down

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to unclear pronunciation. However, the time soon comes when problems with comprehension become annoying. Phonak Audéo Venture Hearing Aids This past year, Swiss audiologists have developed a hearing aid that can, in qualified candidates, improve speech comprehension for those with hearing loss in the high-frequency range. People can sign up for a free demonstration of the Audéo Venture hearing aids by calling now to do so. During your appointment, you will be given a hearing test and speech comprehension analysis. If

inner-ear damage is present, a hearing care professional will determine the difference relative to normal hearing. These values are then programmed into the hearing aids, which precisely take into account and balance the frequency range of the person being tested. The demonstration phase in particular is designed to clarify how speech comprehension can be improved in various situations and what role the hearing aid technology called “Autosense OS” plays. The hearing aid recognizes where the person being spoken to is located and amplifies only his or her voice, while ambient noise is lowered and the optimum hearing programs are seamlessly adjusted. Thanks to several synchronous microphones, the hearing system can detect sound in all directions and select the direction that speech is coming from within milliseconds. According to Swiss researchers, this can significantly improve speech comprehension, especially in conversation for some clients. Want to find out more about the Audéo Venture hearing aid? Call today and register for a FREE hearing test* and a no-obligation demonstration by calling 1.888.408.7377

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GoVernment information municiPaL information citY of nanaimo Hours of Operation are between 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. www.nanaimo.ca 455 Wallace St., Nanaimo ....................................... 250-754-4251 nanaimo counciL & maYor Mayor Bill McKay .................................................... 250-755-4400 Councillor Bill Bestwick ............... bill.bestwick@nanaimo.ca Councillor Diane Brennan ................................... 250-713-6996 Councillor Jim Kipp ............................................... 250-753-5212 Councillor Gord Fuller .......................................... 250-714-3551 Councillor Jerry Hong........................................... 250-713-9143 Councillor Wendy Pratt ........................................ 250-741-4794 Councillor Ian Thorpe ........................................... 250-713-9135 Councillor Bill Yoachim ........................................ 250-714-9995 reGionaL DiStrict of nanaimo Information about regional services such as public transit, water and sewer, planning, garbage and recycling. www.rdn.bc.ca............................................................. 877-607-4111 DiStrict of LantZViLLe Hours of Operation are 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday. www.lantzville.ca 7192 Lantzville Rd., Lantzville .............................. 250-390-4006

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GoVernment information ProVinciaL information DouG routLeY, mLa for nanaimo-nortH coWicHan Advocacy and referral, fax service, photocopying, certify true copy service, ministry contact information. Box 524/ 524-1st ave., Ladysmith www.dougroutley.ca .............................................. 250-245-9375 See our ad on page 19. LeonarD KroG, mLa for nanaimo MLA for Nanaimo since May 2005 and serves as Opposition critic for the Attorney General. 4-77 Victoria cres. ................................................... 250-714-0630 www.leonardkrog-mla.ca See our ad on page 16. micHeLLe StiLWeLL, mLa ParKSViLLe-QuaLicum Minister of Social Development and Social Innovation. 2B-1209 island Hwy e., Parksville, V9P 1r5. michelle.stilwell.mla@leg.bc.ca ........................ 250-248-2625 www.michellestilwellmla.ca See our ad on page 16.

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LeiSure, recreation & SHoPPinG LuiS Porretta fine artS anD antiQueS Wide selection of fine arts and collectibles for sale. We have more than 30 years experience buying, selling and restoring antiques in Europe and North America. 205-4750 rutherford rd., nanaimo www.luisporrettafinearts.com ......................... 250-760-0501 See our ad on page 6. nanaimo art GaLLerY www.nanaimoartgallery.com .......................250-754-1750 nanaimo conSerVatorY of muSic www.ncmusic.ca ........................................... 250-754-4611 nanaimo DraGon Boat SocietY www.nanaimodragonboat.com ....................... 250-248-8802 nanaimo nortH toWn centre www.nanaimonorth.com ..................................... 250-758-8111 nanaimo tHeatre GrouP Live community theatre presents four quality plays per season. 2373 rosstown rd., nanaimo www.nanaimotheatregroup.com ................... 250-758-7246 See our ad on page 18. nanaimo YacHt cLuB Modern clubhouse and first-rate moorage. www.nanaimoyc.ca ................................................ 250-754-7011

Port tHeatre The purpose of the Port Theatre Society is to stimulate and enhance artistic, cultural and economic activities in the central Vancouver Island region through the operation of the performing arts centre on the waterfront in downtown Nanaimo. 125 front St., nanaimo www.porttheatre.com ................. 250-754-4555, ext. 303 See our ad on page 16. uPPer iSLanD muSicaL feStiVaL Annual festival of dance, theatre, music students .........................................................................250-758-6961 WooDGroVe centre 6631 n. island Highway, nanaimo www.woodgrovecentre.com ........................... 250-390-2721 VancouVer iSLanD SYmPHonY Passport to great entertainment with 12 performances, two free community events. Volunteer. www.vancouverislandsymphony.com ....... 250-754-0177 VancouVer iSLanD miLitarY muSeum Canadian military history on Nanaimo's dynamic waterfront. Come see, come learn and come experience history at B.C.'s most significant military museum. 100 cameron rd., nanaimo www.vimms.ca ....................................................... 250-753-3814 See our ad on page 21.

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