HEALTH & FINANCIAL SERVICES CONTINUING HEALTH SERVICES - VIHA Open: Mon to Fri, 8:30am to 4:30pm. www.viha.ca/hcc 200-180 McCarter St, Parksville ........................... 250-951-9500 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 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) MEDIC ALERT FOUNDATION Provider of emergency medical information services linked to customized medical bracelets, necklets and watches. www.medicalert.ca ................................................... 800-668-1507 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
MENTAL HEALTH INFORMATION LINE www.heretohelp.bc.ca............................................. 800-661-2121 NANAIMO LIFELINE PROGRAM Personal Emergency Response Service - sends help at the push of a button. #202-1801 Bowen Road, Nanaimo www.nanaimohospitalfoundation.com/lifeline ............................................................................................ 250-739-5770 See our ad on page 28 PHARMACARE Provides financial assistance to BC residents for eligible prescription drugs and designated medical supplies. www.gov.bc.ca/health............................................. 800-663-7100 SENIORS CANADA ONLINE Provides a fast way for seniors, their families , caregivers & organizations that support seniors to access trusted information on a range of topics.................www.seniors.gc.ca PROVINCIAL HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY (PHSA) 700 –1380 Burrard Street, Vancouver....................604 675-7400 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
SAVING FOR THE FUTURE
WAS THE FIRST STEP. LET US HELP
MAKE THOSE SAVINGS LAST. How much can I withdraw to do everything I’ve planned? How much spending is too much spending? Will all the years of saving be enough? If these are the questions you’re asking yourself these days, let’s schedule a time when we can sit down and answer them together. We’ll take a look at all your investments – regardless of where you hold them – to determine if your savings match your plans, or if we can adjust your plans to meet your savings.
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A lot went into getting you to this stage in your life. Let us help you make sure you get the most out of it. Call today to schedule a personal financial review.
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