Seniors Guide 2019

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Table Of Contents Publishers Note........................................... 4 Activity & Recreation Centres....................... 5 Government Services................................... 5

Publisher’s Note

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Community Health Services......................... 9 Health & Support Services........................... 9 Grocery Delivery......................................... 13 Pharmacy Delivery..................................... 13 Eating Healthy............................................ 15 Housing Information................................... 17 Residential Care......................................... 18 Assisted Living........................................... 18 Independent Living..................................... 18 Legal Services............................................ 19 Libraries...................................................... 19

Eating Healthy

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Sports & Clubs........................................... 20 Transportation............................................ 22

CONTRIBUTORS Publisher: Shannon Mitchell Editor: Richard Dal Monte Project Coordinator: Brenda Coulbourn Design & Production: Matt Blair To advertise in future editions, call 604-468-0979 or email smitchell@tricitynews.com

Ageless Lifestyles is published annually by the Tri-City News and Glacier Media Inc. Ageless Lifestyle Guide + Directory 2019 | 3

2nd Annual Ageless Lifestyles The Tri-City News is thrilled to present the 2nd edition of Ageless Lifestyles, a wellness and activity guide for seniors in the Tri-Cities.

On the pages of Ageless Lifestyles — you will find a bounty of information tailored to the needs of people 50-plus in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra: engaging articles, community contacts, a directory of local organizations and resources, and much more.

We hope Ageless Lifestyles serves The Tri-City News’ more senior readers well and allows them to make the most of their “golden years” actively, socially and in good health.

Thanks for taking the time to read Ageless Lifestyles and make sure you send us feedback on what you would like to see in future editions.

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Government Support & Services Our community offices are here to help you.

Mike Farnworth, MLA

Port Coquitlam 604.927.2088 Mike.Farnworth.MLA@leg.bc.ca www.mikefarnworthmla.ca 4 | Ageless Lifestyle Guide + Directory 2019

Selina Robinson, MLA

Coquitlam-Maillardville 604.933.2001 Selina.Robinson.MLA@leg.bc.ca www.selinarobinson.ca

Rick Glumac, MLA

Port Moody-Coquitlam 604.936.8709 Rick.Glumac.MLA@leg.bc.ca www.rickglumac.com

Activity & Rec Centres / Government Services

Activity & Recreation Centres Centennial Activity Centre 578 Poirier St., Coquitlam 604-927-6090 coquitlam.ca City Centre Aquatic Complex 1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-927-6999 coquitlam.ca Dogwood Pavilion 1655 Winslow St., Coquitlam 604-927-6098 Dogwood Pavilion is a recreation facility for active adults 50+ dogwood50plus.com Glen Pine Pavilion 1200 Glen Pine Court, Coquitlam 604-927-6940 Glen Pine Pavilion is a recreation facility for active adults 50+ glenpine50plus.com Hyde Creek Recreation Centre 1379 Laurier Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-927-7946 portcoquitlam.ca/recreation Kyle Centre 125 Kyle St., Port Moody 604-469-4561 Six rooms that host a variety of recreational activities as well as a lunch program. portmoody.ca Pinetree Community Centre 1260 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-927-6960 coquitlam.ca Poirier Community Centre 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam 604-927-6027 coquitlam.ca Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam 604-927-6027 coquitlam.ca

Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-927-7970 portcoquitlam.ca/recreation Port Moody Recreation Complex 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody 604-469-4556 portmoody.ca/recreation S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Henderson Place Mall 2058 – 1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-468-6000 successbc.ca Summit Community Centre 1450 Parkway Blvd., Coquitlam 604-927-6523 coquitlam.ca The Club- Port Moody Seniors Friendship Society 101 Noons Creek Dr., Port Moody 604-492-2595 theclubportmoody.com Wilson Centre 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-927-7970 Wilson Centre is an accessible activity and recreation facility for adults 50+ portcoquitlam.ca

Government Services FEDERAL: Service Canada Service Canada provides a single point of access to a wide range of Government services and benefits.

Local office: 2963 Glen Drive, Coquitlam 1-800-277-9914 servicecanada.gc.ca canada.ca Canada Revenue Agency For information on income tax, RRSP’s, TFSA’s and other tax items.

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Government Services Citizenship & Immigration Canada 1-888-242-2100 cic.gc.ca Compassionate Care Benefit This is a benefit that pays claimants who provide care or support to a gravely ill family member.

1-800-206-7218 servicecanada.gc.ca Disability Tax Credit 1-800-959-8281 cra.gc.ca Prisoner of War Compensation 1-866-522-2122 veterans.gc.ca TIPS – Tax Information Phone Service 1-800-267-6999 canada.ca Veteran’s Affairs Canada 1-866-522-2122 veterans.gc.ca

YOUR MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT: Fin Donnelly MP – Port Moody-Coquitlam 604-664-9229 1116 Austin Ave., Coquitlam Ron McKinnon MP Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam 604-927-1080 #101-3278 Westwood St., Port Coquitlam

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

Pharmacare 604-683-7151 Pharmacare helps BC residents with the cost of eligible prescription drugs and certain medical supplies. gov.bc.ca ServiceBC This number will provide information on any Government of BC service or program 604-660-2421 Deaf or hard of hearing: 604-775-0303 gov.bc.ca Seniors Supplement 1-800-277-9914 gov.bc.ca Vital Statistics Agency Registers all births, marriages, deaths and name changes in BC In addition they maintain a wills registry 1-888-876-1633 vs.gov.bc.ca

MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY: Joan Isaacs MLA Coquitlam - Burke Mountain 510-2950 Glen Dr., Coquitlam 604-942-5020 Mike Farnworth MLA Port Coquitlam 107A 2748 Lougheed Hwy, Port Coquitlam 604-927-2088 Rick Glumac MLA Port Moody-Coquitlam 2708 St Johns, Port Moody 604-936-8709 Selina Robinson MLA Coquitlam-Maillardville 102-1108 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-933-2001

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Honouring seniors community contributions

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Health / Support Services

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

Tri-Cities Home Health Office 2601 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam 604-777-7300 To make a referral or ask for information about all Home Health services please call the Home Health Service Line at 1-855-412-2121 fraserhealth.ca

Health & Support Services BC211 Dial 2-1-1 bc211 is a Vancouver-based nonprofit organization that specializes in providing information and referral, regarding community, government and social services in BC. bc211.ca Aging My Way Homecare 604-290-8331 Provides compassionate one-on-one care in the comfort of your home. agingmywayhomecare.ca Alzheimer Society of B.C. 604-681-6530 alzheimer.ca/bc Arthritis Answers Line 1-800-321-1433

Arthritis Society 604-714-5550 arthritis.ca Arthritis Support Group Meets first Monday of every month Sept-June, excluding January from 1-3pm at Parkwood Manor.

1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam For information call Delia 604-464-2890 BC Balance & Dizziness Disorders Society 604-878-8383 balanceanddizziness.org BC Association of Clinical Counsellors 1-800-909-6303 bc-counsellors.org BC NurseLine 604-215-4700 For hard of hearing 1-866-889-4700 24 hour confidential health information and advice. Translation services are available in over 130 languages.

BC Senior Home Care 604-704-7894 Providing services to seniors including respite care. bcseniorhomecare.ca Better Meals 604-299-1877 A healthy foods service provider that prepare and deliver delicious meals to your door. bettermeals.ca Cancer Connection 1-888-939-3333 Support from trained Cancer Connection volunteers is available to any adult with cancer. cancerconnection.ca Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) 604-431-2121 Works with people experiencing any degree of low vision. cnib.ca

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Health / Support Services Crossroads Hospice Society 604-945-0606 Crossroads volunteers and staff provide lifeaffirming care for patients and their families, helping them with emotional, physical, and spiritual concerns that often arise as the end of life approaches. crossroadshospicesociety.com Dementia Helpline 604-681-8651 Diabetes Canada 604-732-1331 diabetes.ca Diabetes Education Centre Provides information on lifestyle issues, how to manage diet and how and when to monitor blood glucose levels at home. Available at the following location: Tri-Cities Diabetes Health Centre New Port Public Health Unit #602-205 Newport Drive, Port Moody 604-949-7771 Dial a Dietitian 604-215-8110 or 8-1-1 Specializing in nutritional information. Weekdays 9am-5pm Driving Miss Daisy 778-237-7433 Offering personal, friendly, through the door service from accompanying people to medical appointments to grocery shopping. drivingmissdaisy.ca FoodBank SHARE Family & Community Services 604-931-2451 Hampers are distributed at 3 locations in the Tri-Cities: P ort Moody 2615 Clarke St. Port Moody (At the rear) Wednesday: 11:30am - 2pm P ort Coquitlam 2211 Prairie Ave. Port Coquitlam (Trinity United/St. Catherine’s Anglican Church site) Wednesday: 12pm - 2pm 10 | Ageless Lifestyle Guide + Directory 2019

C oquitlam 1393 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam (Hillside Community Church) Wednesday: 12pm - 1:30pm HealthLInkBC - 811 8-1-1 Call to talk to a registered nurse, pharmacist or dietitian for help with any health concern, any time of the day or night. The service is available for those who are deaf or hearing impaired at 7-1-1.

Helping Hands & Heart Care Services 604-785-5355 Offering care services in the Tri-City area for a few hours, a day, a week or by the month. handsandheart.ca Home Instead Senior Care 604-552-3324 Offering friendly, responsive services right in your neighbourhood. homeinstead.com Meals on Wheels 604-942-7506 POCOMO Meals on Wheels is a service providing home delivery of nutritional meals throughout the Tri-City area using a network of volunteer drivers to the residents of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody who are unable to shop, prepare or cook meals for themselves. pocomomealsonwheels.com MedicAlert Safely Home 1-855-581-3794 Is a nationwide program designed to help identify a person with dementia who is lost and assist in their safe return home. medicalert.ca Nurse Next Door 604-468-2273 providing 24/7 home care services. nursenextdoor.com Osteoporosis Canada 1-800-463-6842 ext 2460 osteoporosis.ca Parkinson Society 604-662-3240 Offering support and services. parkinson.bc.ca

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Health / Support Services Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program Toll free: 1-866-326-1245 (24hr) Dedicated to enabling people who need assisted ventilation to meet their respiratory needs while living in the community. The program provides a comprehensive range of equipment and supplies, respiratory therapy, education and peer group support. bcits.org Qualicare Tri Cities 778-654-6453 Homecare experts providing effective and compassionate care on a critical or ongoing basis. qualicare.com/tri-cities Safe Care Home Support 604-945-5005 211-3030 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam Safe Care Home Support offers many home support services including respite for family caregivers, in-home care, palliative care, Alzheimer’s/dementia care and much more.

Our goal is to help extend and enhance our client’s lives within their own homes as a safe and comfortable alternative safecarehomesupport.ca SAIL – Senior Abuse & Information Line 604-437-1940; TTY 604-428-3359 7 days a week 8am-8pm Sensicare Port Coquitlam 778-802-6400 Providing in home care to seniors so they can continue living independently. sensicare.ca SHARE Family and Community Services 200 - 25 King Edward St. Coquitlam 604-540-9161 Counseling Services 604-937-6969 Tri-Cities Better at Home Program 2615 Clarke St., Port Moody 604.937.6991 The program offers eligible seniors 65+ who reside in their own homes non-medical support services such as light housekeeping, transportation, grocery shopping, visits. betterathome.ca 12 | Ageless Lifestyle Guide + Directory 2019

Tri-Cities Mental Health 2232 Elgin Ave., Port Coquitlam Office 604-777-8400 We provide a wide range of mental health support including inpatient, outpatient, community and residential services. fraserhealth.ca Tri Cities Senior Planning Network 604-529-5118 Tri-City Transitions Society 402-207 Kingsway Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-941-7111 Tri-City Transitions supports all individuals who have experienced domestic violence, and offers women and children a safe, secure place to rest, rejuvenate, and rebuild their lives. tricitytransitions.com VictimLink BC 1-800-563-0808 Hard of hearing TTY 604-875-0885 Is a toll free confidential phone service available 24 hours, 7 days a week providing information, referral services to all victims of crime and immediate crisis support to victims of family violence. Available in 110 language victimlinkbc.ca MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES Aids to Independent Living 604-930-9073 Ext 105 A Canadian Red Cross Society program loans equipment including larger items such as power wheelchairs, scooters and lifts. Financial guidelines that consider both monthly income and savings are taken into account. A referral is needed from your community health professional. redcross.ca Health Equipment Loan Programs The Red Cross lends basic equipment on a shortterm basis to assist people coping with illness, injury or end-of-life at home. redcross.ca Western Institute for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing 604-736-7391 Offers “Lend-An-Ear” Loaner Hearing Aid program, providing refurbished hearing aids at nominal cost to individuals. widhh.com

Grocery / Pharmacy Delivery

Grocery Delivery

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Dairyland Home Delivery (dairy +groceries) 1-877-341-8700(toll free) morethanmilk.ca

Costco Pharmacy 2370 Ottawa St., Port Coquitlam Offers prescription service by mail. costcopharmacy.ca

Save On Foods Order online and they deliver same day. fee applies. saveonfoods.com Superstore Superstore offers click and collect service - online grocery ordering but pick up is still required. realcanadiansuperstore.ca SuperValu Port Coquitlam 2535 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 604-942-6126 For residents of Port Coquitlam only. Groceries are delivered twice daily at noon & 3pm except on Sundays & holidays.

Two options: call in your order and have it shopped and delivered $5 Stop in, shop and have the order delivered $3 Thrifty Foods 604-949-4251 thriftyfoods.com A small delivery fee may apply.

Or try our Sendial program where a volunteer will call you weekly to take your order, which is shopped and delivered the very next day for a nominal fee of $5 1-800-667-8280 thriftyfoods.com/sendial

Mobile Hair Services Kelly Miller - Mobile Hair Stylist 778-881-7231

Elgin Health Centre 100-2255 Elgin Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-942-7117 Glen Pharmacy 1175 Johnson St., Coquitlam 604-944-5500 London Drugs 2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam 604-464-3322 The Medicine Shoppe 2991 Lougheed Hwy, Coquitlam 604-468-4711 Pharmasave 3295 Coast Meridian, Port Coquitlam 604-942-9813 Superstore - 3000 Lougheed 604-468-6735 Superstore - 1301 Lougheed 604-520-8304 Thrifty Foods 604-949-4251 Wilson Pharmacy 2185 Wilson Ave, Port Coquitlma 604-942-4611 Your Independent Grocer 455 North Road, Coquitlam 604-937-1205

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Diet

Eating Healthy at 50 and Beyond A balanced diet is an integral element of a healthy lifestyle for men, women and children alike. But while kids and young adults might be able to get away with an extra cheeseburger here or there, men and women approaching 50 have less leeway.

and there are thousands of these substances offering various benefits. The Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) notes that a varied, colourful diet incorporates lots of different types of phytochemicals, which the PBH says have disease-preventing properties.

According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), simply counting calories without regard for the foods being consumed is not enough for men and women 50 and older to maintain their long-term health. Rather, the NIA emphasizes the importance of choosing low-calorie foods that have a lot of the nutrients the body needs.

The NIA also advises that men and women over 50 make sure at least half the grains in their diets are whole grains. Numerous studies have discovered the various benefits of whole grains, which are loaded with protein, fibre, antioxidants and other nutrients. Whole grains have been shown to reduce the risk for diseases such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and some types of cancer.

But counting calories can be an effective and simple way to maintain a healthy weight, provided those calories are coming from nutrient-rich foods. The NIA advises men and women over 50 adhere to the following daily calorie intake recommendations as they attempt to stay healthy into their golden years.

WOMEN • Not physically active: 1,600 calories • Somewhat active: 1,800 calories • Active lifestyle: between 2,000 and 2,200 calories MEN • Not physically active: 2,000 calories • Somewhat active: between 2,200 and 2,400 calories • Active lifestyle: between 2,400 and 2,800 calories When choosing foods to eat, the NIA recommends eating many different colours and types of vegetables and fruits. Phytochemicals are substances that occur naturally in plants

Another potential hurdle men and women over 50 may encounter is a change in their sense of smell and taste. A person’s sense of smell may fade with age and, because smell and taste are so closely related, foods enjoyed for years may no longer tantalize the taste buds. That can be problematic as many people instinctually add more salt to foods they find bland. According to the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, older adults should consume no more than 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day. That equates to roughly 3/4 teaspoon of salt. Older men and women should resist the temptation to use salt to add flavour to foods instead opting for healthy foods that they can still smell and taste.

In addition, men and women should mention any loss of their sense of smell to their physicians as such a loss may indicate the presence of Parkinson’s disease or Alzheimer disease.

Maintaining a healthy diet after 50 may require some hard work and discipline. But the long-term benefits of a healthy diet make the extra effort well worth it.

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Housing

Housing: Affordable Housing Society Providing rental housing for low and moderate income seniors.

604-433-2218 affordablehousingsocieties.ca Cooperative Housing Federation of BC 604-879-5111 Members own the cooperative housing development collectively and pay a monthly housing charge for units from the cooperative. An initial share must be purchased. chf.bc.ca Home Adaptations for Independence Program (HAFI) 604-646-7055 The HAFI program provides financial assistance for home renovations/modifications that help eligible low-income British Columbians with mobility or health issues continue to live in their home. Please note this program is under review. bchousing.org Home Accessibility Tax Credit (federal) You can claim an amount for eligibile expenses for a qualifying renovation of an eligible dwelling. canada.ca Home Owner Grant (Provincial) 1-888-355-2700 If you own your home, are 65 or older or have a disability, you are eligible for this grant, which is deducted from your property taxes. If the assessed value of the home is over a certain amount, the grant is reduced or lost regardless of age of the owner unless the owner is a lowincome senior, a veteran or disabled. gov.bc.ca Home Renovation Tax Credit for Seniors This is a provincial refundable personal income tax credit to assist with the cost of permanent home modifications that improve accessiblity or help a senior be more functional or mobile at home. gov.bc.ca

Independent Living - BC Housing 604-433-2218 This program helps seniors and persons with disabilities live independently in affordable, self contained housing (assisted care housing). bchousing.org Property Tax Deferment 604-660-2421 If you are over 55 or a widow, widower or disabled, you can arrange not to pay your taxes until your property ceases to be your principal place of residence. You must have and maintain 25% equity in the home. Interest is charged annually on the amount deferred. Applications available at your local municipal office and must be renewed annually. gov.bc.ca Red Door Housing Society Provides affordable rental housing with units for older singles and tenants who require wheelchair accessibility. reddoorhousing.ca Residential Tenancy Branch 604-660-1020 A provincial government agency that provides information to landlords and tenants about their rights and responsibilities. The branch also helps to resolve disputes related to tenancy, such as claims for damages to premises, return of security deposits or disputing an eviction notice. rto.gov.bc.ca Seniors Supportive Housing 604-433-2218 Seniors’ Supportive Housing (SSH) provides accessible, affordable housing combined with quality support services to assist seniors in remaining independent longer. Program may Include a daily meal, weekly housekeeping and linen laundry, social and recreational activities and 24 hour emergency response. bchousing.org Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) 604-433-2218 The SAFER program helps make rents affordable for BC seniors with low or moderate incomes. bchousing.org/programs/SAFER

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Housing / Residential Care Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre (TRAC) 604-255-0546 TRAC’s purpose is to promote the legal protection of residential tenants across British Columbia by providing information, education, support and research on residential tenancy matters. tenants.bc.ca

RESIDENTIAL CARE FRASER HEALTH Provides subsidized residential care for adults who can no longer live safely or independently at home due to their need for 24-hour nursing supervision in a secure environment Belvedere Care Centre 739 Alderson Ave., Coquitlam 604-939-5910 Cartier House Care Centre 1419 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam 604-939-4654 Dufferin Care Centre 1131 Dufferin St., Coquitlam 604-552-1166 Eagle Ridge Manor 475 Guildford Way, Port Moody 604-469-3211 Foyer Maillard 1010 Alderson Ave., Coquitlam 604-937-5578 Hawthorne Seniors Care Community 2111 Hawthorne Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-941-4051 Lakeshore Care Centre 657 Gatensbury St., Coquitlam 604-939-9277 Nicola Lodge 2240 Hawkins St., Port Coquitlam 604-945-0058 The Madison 1399 Foster Ave., Coquitlam 604-936-9231

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ASSISTED LIVING FRASER HEALTH Assisted living is personal care and hospitality services for adults who can live independently.

Residents live in apartment units furnished with their own furniture and belongings.

They maintain a great deal of independence and privacy, while being supported with services.

Hawthorne Tower Hawthorne Seniors Care Community 2111 Hawthorne Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-941-4051 Residences at Belvedere 750 Delestre Ave., Coquitlam 604-939-1930

RETIREMENT RESIDENCES AND INDEPENDENT LIVING Astoria Retirement Residence 2245 Kelly Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-944-2341 Earl Haig Retirement Residence 1800 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-937-3790 L.J. Christmas Manor 560 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-936-8122 Mayfair Terrace Retirement Residence 2267 Kelly Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-552-5552 Parkwood Manor 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam 604-941-7651 Residences at Belvedere 750 Delestre Ave., Coquitlam 604-939-1930 RJ Kent the Residences 2675 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 778-285-5554

Legal / Libraries

Legal Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre 1-888-495-8501 This is the central agency in Canada that collects information and criminal intelligence on such matters as mass marketing fraud, advance fee fraud (eg West African letters), internet fraud and identification theft complaints. antifraudcentre.ca Free Legal Consultation On the second Tuesday of every month at Dogwood Pavillion, laywer Don Drysdale will take appointments for a free 15 minute consultation for people 50+ Call to make appointment: 604-927-6089 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam Legal Aid 2620 Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam 604-472-0634 Providing information, advice and representation for a range of free services. lss.bc.ca Seniors First BC 604-688-1927 A non-profit organization designed to protect the legal rights of older adults, increase access to justice for older adults, inform the public about elder abuse and provide supportive programs for older adults who have been abused. To speak to someone about elder abuse, call the SAIL line: 604-437-1940 seniorsfirstbc.ca Office of the Ombudsperson 1-800-567-3247 An independent statutory office of the provincial legislature, the Office of the Ombudsperson impartially investigates individual complaints about unfair administrative actions in more than 2,800 local and provincial public authorities. bcombudsperson.ca

Public Guardian and Trustee 604-660-4444 The Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) is a corporation sole established under the Public Guardian and Trustee Act with a unique statutory role to protect the interests of British Columbians who lack legal capacity to protect their own interests. trustee.bc.ca

Libraries Coquitlam Public Library Offers popular fiction and non-fiction in regular and large print, on CD and MP3, and as eBooks and eAudiobooks. In addition, the Poirier Branch has a collection of audiobooks exclusively for users who are visually or physically challenged and cannot read regular print material.

The Library provides free delivery and pick up of library materials to Coquitlam residents who are temporarily or permanently homebound in private homes, residences and care centres. Library staff select materials for patrons according to their preferences and needs. To register for this service call 604-937-4165 or email outreach@coqlibrary.ca. coqlibrary.ca Poirier Branch 575 Poirier St, Coquitlam 604-937-4141 City Centre Branch 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-554-7323 Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) CELA has taken over literary services previously provided by CNIB. Eligible patrons can have audiobooks on MP3 format discs, accessible eBooks and braille delivered to their homes by mail. Register online at www.celalibrary.ca or call 604-937-4165 for more information.

Office of the Seniors Advocate 1-877-952-3181 The Office of the Seniors Advocate monitors and analyzes seniors’ services and issues in B.C. and makes recommendations to government and service providers to address systemic issues. seniorsadvocatebc.ca Ageless Lifestyle Guide + Directory 2019 | 19

Libraries / Sports & Clubs Terry Fox Library 2470 Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam 604-927-7999 The Terry Fox Library has many free programs for people 50+. Terry Fox Library has different types of accessible formats, like audiobooks, eBooks and large print books. FVRL’s Library For You service provides materials to people who are unable to visit the library due to illness, age or disability. To find out more contact the Outreach Services Department at 1-888-6684141 (extension 7034) fvrl.ca Port Moody Public Library 100 Newport Drive 604-469-4575 Ex-Libras Talking Book Club Meets the first Friday of every month between 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

This is a talking book club for people with visual or print disabilities. Complete books recorded on cassettes, DAISY books and Victor readers are available for loan from September to June.

For information call Rennelle 604-469-4637

Sports & Clubs 50+ Slo-Pitch Club (Women 50+; Men 55+) Contact Len Damberger at lenraili@shaw.ca or 604-941-0081 for Glen Pine/Town Center Park Contact Phil DeLauriers at pjbd2@hotmail.com or 604-931-5498 for Dogwood/Mundy Park Barnet Lions Club Meets first and third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at Coquitlam Grill (2635 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam) barnetlions.com Centennial Stamp Club Meetings are held at 6pm the second and fourth Wednesday of each month except July, August and fourth Wednesday in December Dogwood Pavillion, North View Room 1655 Winslow Ave, Coquitlam stampclub.ca

What’s your reading style? eBooks? Audiobooks?

Classic ink & paper?

Accessible formats?

We’ve got them all!

If you are homebound, we can deliver!

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Sports & Clubs Coquitlam Lawn Bowling Club 1655 Winslow Ave., Coqutilam 604-931-6711 coquitlamlawnbowls.club Dogwood Garden Club Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. except December at Poirier Rec Complex, Centennial Room 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam dogwoodgardenclub.weebly.com Fraser Pacific Rose Society For information call 604-464-2754 The Fraser Pacific Rose Society plans and maintains the Coquitlam Centennial Rose Garden. Meets last Tuesday of every month except August and December at 7 p.m. at Dogwood Pavilion. fprosesociety.org Kinsmen Club of Coquitlam Based in Coquitlam this is a co-ed club for people interested in doing some volunteer work in their community in a fun and social environment.

Meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Woody’s Pub on Brunette Avenue in Coquitlam. coquitlamkinsmen.com PoCo Chess Club 604-562-3736 Meets every Wednesday 5pm-8:45pm Glen Pine Pavillion 1200 Glen Pine Court, Coquitlam Drop in fee: $1 pocochessclub.com Port Coquitlam Elks Lodge 49 Meets first Thursday of the month at ABC Family Restaurant 100-300 Schoolhouse, Port Coquitlam 604-942-7217 elksofcanada.ca PoCo Garden Club Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. except July and August at Trinity United Church 2211 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam pocogardenclub.com

Port Coquitlam Lions Club Meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7pm at the Port Coquitlam legion.

133-2675 Shaugnessy St. portcoquitlamlionsclub.com PoCo Old Timers Hockey 604-941-9916 Play out of Planet Ice Coquitlam Port Moody Curling Club 604-409-4377 Port Moody Rec Centre, 300 Ioco Road. portmoodycurling.ca Port Moody Garden Club 778-285-0977 The group meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the last Monday of the months of January, February, March and November and the second and last Monday from April to October at the Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle St., Port Moody.

Port Moody Oldtimers Hockey www.pmoha.org Port Moody Seniors Billiards Club At Kyle Centre 604-469-4561 125 Kyle St, Port Moody Drop in fee: $1 portmoodyseniorsbilliardsclub.com

ROTARY CLUBS Rotary Club of Coquitlam Meets Wednesdays at 11:45 a.m. at the Vancouver Golf Club 771 Austin Ave., Coquitlam Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise Meets Tuesdays at 7:15 a.m.

Poirier Sports and Leisure Complex, Room#2 633 Poirier Ave., Coquitlam Rotary Club of Port Coquitlam Centennial Meets every Thursday afternoon between 4:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. at the Wilson Centre 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam Rotary Club of Port Moody Meets every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. at St James Well Pub 248 Newport Dr., Port Moody

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Clubs / Transportation ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONS

Memberships are required but open to anyone.

Branch #263 Coquitlam 1025 Ridgeway Avenue, Coquitlam 604-937-0111 Branch #133, Port Coquitlam 2675 Shaughnessy Street 604-942-8911 Branch #119, Port Moody 2513 Clarke Street 604-936-1312 Square & Round Dance Society 1-800-335-9433 squaredance.bc.ca Volunteer Opportunities 604-529-5139 Connecting you to fun and flexible volunteering opportunities in your community. volunteerconnections.net

Leave a Legacy of

CARING

Help provide quality hospice care for adults living with a life-limiting illness and ongoing bereavement support after the death of a loved one.

Serving the Tri-Cities, Anmore & Belcarra

Please consider a gift in your Will

Tel: 604-554-0544 CrossroadsHospice.org 22 | Ageless Lifestyle Guide + Directory 2019

Transportation Access Travel: TransLink TransLink offers a variety of services to ensure seniors are comfortable and confident when using public transit.

778-375-6864 translink.ca BC Bus Pass for Seniors Program 1-866-866-0800 Eligible seniors can get a reduced cost bus pass. gov.bc.ca Cancer Patient Transportation Program The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society is a nonfor-profit organization providing free and reliable transportation to and from cancer related medical appointments in selected communities of the Lower Mainland. To book a ride or volunteer call 604-515-5400. volunteercancerdrivers.ca HandyDART 604-575-6600 Door to door transportation for persons with disabilities. translink.ca Parking Permit for People with Disabilities (SPARC) 604-718-7733 The permit costs $23 and applies to the holder. It can be used in any car that the holder drives or is driven in. sparc.bc.ca

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