Ageless Guide Spring 2026 - Tri Cities

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604.939.8321

DBMLAW.CA

Best Lawyer Don Drysdale

Best LAW FIRM

Richard Rainey

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US AS YOUR FAVOURITE LAW FIRM. We have been servicing the Tri-Cities for over 49 years and are very proud of our long history in the community. We thank our many clients - our neighbours and our friends - who have supported us through these past four decades and on into the future.

FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL NEEDS, DBM HAS YOU COVERED. WE’VE MOVED 100-95 Schooner Street, Coquitlam, BC, V3K 7A8

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Connect your cell phone with your hearing aids!

Full Hearing Assessments Personalized Treatment For Hearing Loss Hearing Aid Fittings Custom Ear Protection Ear Wax Removal Continued Care and more

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

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

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

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GOVERNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Your Federal MPs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Government Services: Federal . . . . . . 11 Your Provincial MLAs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Government Services: Provincial . . . . 11 Governments: Tri-Cities . . . . . . . . . . . 11

HEALTH SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Audiologists/Hearing Specialists . . . . 11 Cancer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Denturists/Dental Services . . . . . . . . . 13 Home Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Health & Support Services . . . . . . . . . 15 Meal Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Medical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Medical Labs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 X�Ray Labs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Opticians & Optometrists . . . . . . . . . .22

HOME DELIVERY SERVICES . . . 23

Grocery Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Pharmacy Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

HOUSING SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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CONTRIBUTING EDITOR Ben Bengston SALES DIRECTOR Manny Kang SALES Wali Adel, Hollee Brown, Brenda Coulbourn, Arlene Grant, Tanya Kalra, Sanjay Sharma GRAPHIC DESIGN Birgit Brunner GENERAL MANAGER Matt Blair mblair@lodestarmedia.ca

Housing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Assisted Living & Residential Care . . .25 Retirement Residences & Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

LEGAL SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 RECREATION & LEISURE PUBLIC LIBRARIES . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Activity & Recreation Centres . . . . . . .27 Sports / Leisure / Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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Volunteering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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Get involved, stay connected!

Are you a senior looking for engaging activities, or new to the area and seeking recreation options?

The City of Port Moody offers a diverse range of programs to suit everyone’s interests at two facilities:

How to get started: Online: •

Create an account and view activities at portmoody.ca/signmeup.

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Download our program guide at portmoody.ca/registration.

Recreation Complex 300 Ioco Road 604.469.4556 M–F: 6am–10pm S-S: 8am–9pm

In-person or by phone •

Call 604.469.4556 or visit the front desk at the Recreation Complex or Kyle Centre.

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Our friendly staff can answer questions, help you create an online account, and sign up for programs.

Kyle Centre 125 Kyle Street 604.469.4561 M–F: 8:30am–4:30pm

PROMOTING HEARING HEALTH PERSONALIZED CARE, AND INNOVATIVE HEARING SOLUTIONS

BY BEN BENGTSON

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t’s not the kind of ride that anyone exactly wants to be going on, but it’s often precisely the kind of ride that’s needed.

Cynthia Gillanders recalls her grandmother’s experience of increasing social isolation with both heartbreak and surprise: heartbreak because, naturally, it was upsetting to witness someone you love experience feelings of loneliness—and surprise because her grandmother said she often felt alone even when she was surrounded by people she loved and who cared for her.

“She was just so quiet—and she was always such a social person,” says Gillanders.

The culprit, however, turned out to be deceptively simple if not profoundly life-altering: her grandmother was experiencing hearing loss. Suddenly, says Gillanders, the affable, fun-loving matriarch of the family just wasn’t the same dynamic presence in

social situations she once was.

She was there, sure, but she wasn’t really all there, at least not the way she used to be.

“That just broke my heart. She just wasn’t as engaged anymore,” says Gillanders. “Hearing is a huge component of how we interact with people.”

In an effort to ensure others can keep that essential component of social life intact for as long as possible, Gillanders founded Inlet Hearing in Port Moody in 2022, a vocation she came to rather naturally having already spent more than 20 years in the health and wellness field.

In addition to her experience dealing with her grandmother’s untreated hearing loss and the toll this had on her, Gillanders was also inspired by a series of interactions that followed her volunteer work with numerous hearing-care events and institutions, where she directly saw how life-changing

improved hearing could be.

“I saw firsthand how people could get help and the difference it made.

People would just light up when they could all of a sudden hear better. It really struck me,” she says.

Now, Gillanders leads a dedicated team that delivers personalized care, innovative hearing solutions, and ongoing support to the community. When Gillanders or her team aren’t busy fitting clients for hearing instruments or counselling them on their personal hearing needs, they are making sure they are offering ongoing supports.

“Hearing care isn’t just a one-time appointment,” she observes.

Noting how hearing health forms an essential part of our overall health because it allows us to more fully partake in the world around us, Gillanders emphasizes recent advances in hearing technology and the importance of staying at the forefront of her field ❱❱

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Thinking About a Move...

Not Sure Where to Start?

Big housing decisions can feel overwhelming, especially after many years in the same home.

I help people explore their options, understand the market, and move forward at a pace that feels comfortable and informed.

Call for a friendly, no pressure conversation Helping you make the right move

604-868-4608

Join us June 1–7 to enjoy FREE classes, workshops, activities, and social events.

Celebrate ages 60+ and the contributions they make in our community.

For more information scan the QR ccode or visit: portcoquitlam.ca/seniors

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Promoting Hearing Health through continued education and collaborations with audiologists and hearing researchers.

Compared to the recent past, for example, Gillanders highlights how hearing instruments are more comfortable, discreet, and offer experiences that are more authentically attuned to “natural” hearing. Modern devices also tend to have superior connectivity and performance, meaning not only can hearing aids now faithfully pick up the world around you, they can also interface with devices such as smartphones and Bluetooth-enabled gadgets to make everything from watching TV to conducting phone calls a more pleasant experience. In other words, these aren’t your grandparents hearing devices.

“Hearing aid manufacturers

“I BECAME INVESTED IN HEARING HEALTH AFTER WITNESSING HER GRANDMOTHER’S STRUGGLES WITH HEARING LOSS.” CYNTHIA GILLANDERS, FOUNDER AND CEO OF INLET HEARING

are constantly researching and upgrading their technologies,” says Gillanders. “They are constantly advancing.”

While her mission is to help the community hear better so that they feel included, confident, and connected again, Gillanders once again turns to the personal when referring to the impact of these technological advances. Recalling how when her father experienced hearing loss their usual lengthy phone calls turned into quick

one-and-done sessions, Gillanders says how when she fitted him for hearing aids everything changed: their five-minute exchanges returned to hour-plus loving conversations.

“He would phone me regularly again and it was a night and day difference—now he could truly hear me.”

Inlet Hearing is located at 2320 Clarke St., Port Moody. Visit their website at inlethearing.ca. ◆

Family value-based home care!

AFFORDABLE AFFORDABLE & & FLEXIBLE FLEXIBLE PERSONALIZED HOME PERSONALIZED HOME CARE CARE

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Our team of notaries and support staff is dedicated to providing you with the best service possible.

We understand the importance of your legal documents and we take great care to ensure that they are handled with the utmost care and attention to detail. Let us help you with all your notary needs!

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Real Estate Transfers Mortgages Wills Power of Attorney Declarations Affidavits General Notary Services

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Winner of the Law Firm and Stuart F. Ross for the Lawyer in Port Coquitlam.

Proudly serving multiple generations of clients in the Tri-Cities area since 1974.

LEGAL QUESTIONS? Garton & Harris is a service-oriented law firm. Our lawyers and staff have a simple objective: to provide accessible and affordable legal services for the everyday needs of businesses and individuals. We have been trusted for over 40 years by clients in Port Coquitlam and the Tri-Cities area.

If you have any questions concerning property transfers, mortgages, debt collections, wills, estates and probate (uncontested or contested) powers of attorney, representation agreements, family law, or any other matter on which you think the assistance of a lawyer may be helpful, please feel free to contact us for a free initial consultation.

• Wills & Estates • Business Transactions • Litigation • Real Estate • Family Law

Port Coquitlam’s Oldest Law Firm

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GOVERNMENT

Your Federal MPs RON MCKINNON MP Coquitlam– Port Coquitlam 101-3278 Westwood St., Port Coquitlam 604-927-1080 ronmckinnon.libparl.ca ZOE ROYER MP Port Moody– Coquitlam 2314 St. Johns St., Port Moody 778-786-2595 Zoe.royer@parl.gc.ca

Government Services: Federal CANADA REVENUE AGENCY(CRA) For information on income tax, RRSPs, TFSAs and other tax items.

1-800-959-8281 canada.ca COMPASSIONATE CARE BENEFIT This is a benefit that pays claimants who provide care or support to a gravely ill family member. canada.ca CPP & OAS 1-800-277-9914 servicecanada.gc.ca canada.ca DISABILITY TAX CREDIT 1-800-959-8281 canada.ca IMMIGRATION, REFUGEES AND CITIZENSHIP CANADA 1-888-242-2100 cic.gc.ca PRISONER OF WAR BENEFITS 1-866-522-2122 veterans.gc.ca

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

100–2963 Glen Dr., Coquitlam 1-800-622-6232

JODIE WICKENS MLA Coquitlam– Burke Mountain 510-2950 Glen Dr., Coquitlam 604-942-5020 bcndpcaucus.ca/mla/ jodie-wickens

TIPS – TAX INFORMATION PHONE SERVICE 1-800-267-6999 canada.ca

Government Services: Provincial

VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA 1-866-522-2122 veterans.gc.ca

Your Provincial MLAs JENNIFER BLATHERWICK MLA Coquitlam– Maillardville 102–1108 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-933-2001 bcndpcaucus.ca/mla/ jennifer-blatherwick MIKE FARNWORTH MLA Port Coquitlam 107A–2748 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam 604-927-2088 bcndpcaucus.ca/mla/ mike-farnworth/ RICK GLUMAC MLA Port Moody– Burquitlam 2708 St. Johns St., Port Moody 604-936-8709 bcndpcaucus.ca/mla/ rick-glumac JENNIFER WHITESIDE MLA for New Westminster–Coquitlam 335 Sixth St., New Westminster 604-775-2101 bcndpcaucus.ca/mla/ jennifer-whiteside

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

604-683-7151 gov.bc.ca SENIORSBC.CA A government resource that offers information about programs and services for older adults, including advance care planning, elder abuse prevention, finances and housing.

1-800-663-7867 SERVICEBC This number will provide information on any Government of BC service or program.

604-660-2421 or 1-800-663-7867 gov.bc.ca SENIORS SUPPLEMENT An automatic top-up to the federal payment for eligible individuals.

1-866-866-0800 gov.bc.ca VITAL STATISTICS AGENCY Registers all births, marriages, deaths and name changes in B.C. It also maintains a wills registry.

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

Governments: Tri-Cities CITY OF COQUITLAM 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam coquitlam.ca 604-927-3000 Engineering emergencies: Water, sewer, roads 604-927-3500 email epw@coquitlam.ca Online services directory coquitlam.ca/9/ How-Do-I CITY OF PORT COQUITLAM 2580 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 604-927-5411 portcoquitlam.ca Emergencies: Fire/smoke, medical or police: 911 Engineering Emergencies: Water, sewer, roads 604-927-5496 After hours: 604-927-3111 CITY OF PORT MOODY 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody 604-469-4500 portmoody.ca Emergencies: Fire/smoke, medical or police: 911 Operations or Parks emergencies: 604-469-4574 Wildlife — BC Conservation Officer: 1-877-952-7277 Bylaw complaints: 604-469-4541

HEALTH SERVICES

Audiologists/ Hearing Specialists AAA AUDIO LABS LTD. 105137 Glacier St., Coquitlam 604-941-6276 aaaaudiolab.com

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BOOKING DEADLINE

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For Questions, Upgrades, or Booking Sandra Jette, Manager, Marketing & Membership Experience Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce D: 604 468 6872 • C: 604 992 5295 E: sandra@tricitieschamber.com

BELTONE HEARING CARE CENTER 378–3025 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam 604-283-4430 beltonecan.com CONNECT HEARING 304-2963 Glen Dr., Coquitlam 604-944-4595 connecthearing.ca CONNECT HEARING 1115 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-931-8484 connecthearing.ca COSTCO HEARING CENTRE 2370 Ottawa St., Port Coquitlam 604-552-3660 costco.com/w/-/bc/ port-coquitlam/255 HEAR AT HOME MOBILE HEARING CLINIC 778-340-1101 hearathome.ca HEARINGLIFE 10–2773 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam 604-474-2038 hearinglife.ca INLET HEARING 2320 Clarke St., Port Moody 604-939-1059 inlethearing.ca NETWORK HEARING 204–2748 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam 604-552-4503 I networkhearing.ca WAVEFRONT CENTRE FOR COMMUNICATION ACCESSIBILITY 210-2755 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam 604-942-7397 TTY 604-942-7380 wavefrontcentre.ca

Cancer Support BC CANCER BC Cancer’s mandate covers the full spectrum

of cancer care from prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment, to research and education, to supportive and palliative care bccancer.ca BC CANCER BREAST SCREENING 108–3242 Westwood St., Port Coquitlam 604-927-2130 bccancer.bc.ca/ screening/breast SHOPPERS DRUG MART (MOBILE VISIT) 3215 St Johns St., Port Moody 604-461-4030 CANCER CONNECTION Support from trained Cancer Connection volunteers with the Canadian Cancer Society is available to adults.

1-888-939-3333 cancerconnection.ca VOLUNTEER CANCER DRIVERS SOCIETY A non-profit group offering free rides to medical appointments for Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley residents battling cancer.

604-515-5400 volunteercancerdrivers.ca TRI-CITIES PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP An organization serving residents in the Tri-Cities and Ridge–Meadows who are newly diagnosed with prostate cancer. Sessions are free and confidential.

236-880-5972 or 604-464-2662 tricitiesprostate.com COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES Fraser Health - Home Support 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.

700–220 Brew St., Port Moody 604-777-7300 fraserhealth.ca HOME HEALTH SERVICE LINE: 1-855-412-2121 Older Adult Community Mental Health - Tri-Cities For people over the age of 65 who are experiencing psychiatric symptoms such as memory decline, confusion and depression or other mental health symptoms that affect the person’s ability to manage their daily lives. Selfreferrals accepted.

1–2232 Elgin Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-777-8400 fraserhealth.ca

Denturists/Dental Services ANDERSON PRASAD DENTURE CLINIC 470–3025 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam 604-942-6722 andersondenture.ca BRITE SMILE DENTURES 3212 Jervis St., Port Coquitlam 604-724-0031 denturist.health BURKE MOUNTAIN DENTURE CLINIC 2107–2850 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 604-944-4910 burkemountaindentureclinic.com

MOBILE DENTURE CARE 778-999-7929 mobiledenturecare.ca NOVA DENTURE CENTER 101-1112 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-937-0224 novadenturecenter.com PORT COQUITLAM DENTURE CLINIC 3–1471 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-464-7779 portcoquitlamdentureclinic.com THE GROVE DENTISTRY 1160–2961 Cambridge St., Port Coquitlam 604-941-2211 thegrovedentistry.ca TRI-CITIES DENTAL SPECIALISTS 201–1032 Austin Ave., Coquitlam, 604-939-8467 WESTWOOD DENTURE CLINIC 169–3000 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam 604-468-4867 westwooddenture clinic.com

Home Support Services HOME SUPPORT Aging My Way Homecare Provides compassionate one-on-one care in the comfort of your home.

301–2227 St. Johns St., Port Moody 604-290-8331 agingmyway homecare.ca BIG HEARTS HOMECARE Personal care, meals and companionship.

2982 Cliffrose Cres., Coquitlam 604-493-2045 or 1-855-902-CARE bigheartshomecare.ca

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2184 W Broadway Unit 580

2755 Lougheed Hwy Unit 210

Mount Pleasant 2005 Quebec St

COMFORCARE HOME CARE Providing in-home care, short term and respite care, dementia care, 24 hour home care services and more 118–3030 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam 877-435-1644 comforcare.ca DRIVING MISS DAISY A business that offers home care, support and transportation, from accompanying people to medical appointments to grocery shopping.

1-877-613-2479 drivingmissdaisy.ca ETHICAL CARE AT HOME Providing an experienced team of professionals including registered nurses who offer aroundthe-clock home care services.

211–3030 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam 778-903-5683 ethicalcarehome.ca GOLDEN AGE HOME SUPPORT 201 Cayer St., Coquitlam 604-862-3071 HELPING HANDS & HEART CARE SERVICES Providing care from 2 hours to 24 hours a day – every day or once a month 604-785-5355 handsandheart.ca HERO HOME CARE Experienced nurse care managers will work with you and your family to develop a personalized home care solution 1-888-988-9913 herohomecare.ca HOME INSTEAD Offering friendly, responsive services in your neighbourhood.

604-552-3324 homeinstead.ca/ location/3003

JUST LIKE FAMILY HOME CARE Offering personalized, caring senior home care in the Tri-Cities.

778-244-7742 justlikefamily.ca/ tri-cities NESTED ROOTS SENIOR SUPPORT Providing compassionate and professional nonmedical services to TriCities seniors.

604-842-4485 NURSE NEXT DOOR This service provides 24/7 home care.

604-468-2273 nursenextdoor.com PINNACLE HOME CARE SERVICES Providing home healthcare services for seniors.

318-552 Clarke Rd., Coquitlam 604-552-2041 pinnaclecare.ca PROHEALTH HOME SUPPORT A team of caregivers and domestic helpers providing comprehensive services.

304-312 Schoolhouse St., Coquitlam 604-401-5836 prohealthcarebc.ca QUALICARE HOME CARE Caregivers, homemakers, companions, nurses, errands and appointment accompaniment are available. All services are provided with oversight from a nurse manager and unique 360 approach. Flexible care options for AM/PM care, short or long term, 24/7 care, dementia, ALS, Parkinson’s, MS, palliative care and more.

301–2540 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 778-200-2332 qualicare.com

SAFE CARE HOME SUPPORT Safe Care Home Support offers many home support services including respite for family caregivers, inhome care, palliative care, Alzheimer’s/dementia care and much more.

211–3030 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam 604-945-5005 safecarehomesupport.ca TIME WELL SPENT SENIOR WELLNESS A service providing seniors with in-home exercise and social activities.

778-984-7144 timewellspentbc.com

Health & Support Services 8-1-1 8-1-1 is a free-of-charge provincial health information and advice phone line in B.C. The phone line is operated

by HealthLink BC, which is part of the Ministry of Health.

8-1-1 For hard of hearing: 1-866-889-4700 ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF BC 604-681-6530 alzheimer.ca/bc ARTHRITIS LINE 1-800-321-1433 arthritis.ca BALANCE & DIZZINESS CANADA Supporting, inspiring and educating people affected by balance and dizziness disorders. balanceanddizziness.org BC211 Dial or text 2-1-1 to find help for all of life’s challenges. 211 is free, confidential and available in more than 240 languages and dialects 24/7.

211 bc.211.ca

CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOC. Free mental health program with the support of a telephone coach.

310-6789 (no area code) bc.cmha.ca CANADIAN NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR THE BLIND (CNIB) CNIB works with people experiencing any degree of low vision.

1-800-563-2642 cnib.ca COUNCIL OF SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATIONS OF BC (COSCO) COSCO is an advocacy group committed to seniors’ concerns.

604-630-4201 coscobc.org CROSSROADS HOSPICE SOCIETY Physicians, nurses and volunteers offer end-oflife care for patients and their families through the Port Moody hospice centre.

604-945-0606 crossroadshospice.org DIABETES CANADA This resource provides steps to live a healthy life, including a BMI calculator, recipes and blood sugar management.

1-800-226-8464 diabetes.ca DIABETES EDUCATION CENTRE This centre provides information on lifestyle issues, how to manage diet and how and when to monitor blood glucose levels at home.

602–205 Newport Dr., Port Moody 604-949-7771 fraserhealth.ca DIETITIAN SERVICES Specializing in nutritional information. Weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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EXPERT LOCAL HEARING CLINIC

for all your hearing needs Meet Sandra Baker & Grace Shyng

Independently owned and operated

• Registered Audiologists & Hearing Instrument Practitioners • UBC Clinical Assistant Professors • 50+ years combined clinical experience

SERVICES

• Hearing Assessments • Hearing Aid Services • Earwax Removal

• Tinnitus Management • Custom Ear Plugs • And much more!

Call 604.552.4503 to book an appointment www.NetworkHearing.ca

204 - 2748 Lougheed Hwy (@ Westwood), Port Coq.

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DENTUREWORKS INC. Quan Gifford, R.D.

Over 25 years experience Denturist & Owner Member of Association of BC

• A-List award winning Denture Clinic • Full Service Denture Clinic • Accepting Canadian Dental Care Plan

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604-553-1222

#270-522 Seventh Street

FIRST LINK DEMENTIA HELPLINE 1-800-936-6033 EAGLE RIDGE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation’s primary purpose is to raise funds and awareness to improve the health of the community through donations to Eagle Ridge Hospital.

604-469-3128 erhf.ca FIRST LINK DEMENTIA HELPLINE 1-800-936-6033 FOREST LAWN FUNERAL HOME 3789 Royal Oak Ave., Burnaby 604-299-7720 MEDICALERT SAFE & FOUND PROGRAM This is a nationwide program designed to help identify a person with dementia who is lost and assist in their safe return home.

1-800-668-1507 medicalert.ca OSTEOPOROSIS CANADA 1-800-463-6842 osteoporosis.ca PAIN BC The Pain Support Line offers free information, emotional support and resource assistance to empower people living with pain and their loved ones to improve well-being and advocate for themselves.

Pain Support and Wellness Groups offer an opportunity for people living with persistent pain to meet regularly online and build a community of support while learning about pain, pain management and coping strategies.

1-844-430-0818 painbc.ca

PARKINSON SOCIETY This group offers support and services.

604-662-3240 parkinson.bc.ca PROVINCIAL RESPIRATORY Outreach Program Provides equipment and support to help individuals in the community who use assisted ventilation live well in their own home. Services include community discharge planning, respiratory therapist services, peer support, education and family support, biomedical engineering services, and 24-hour client support line Toll free: 1-866-3261245 (24 hours) bcits.org SENIORS FIRST BC A charitable society that provides information, legal advocacy, support and referrals to older adults across B.C. who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being, as well as those who care for them.

1-866-437-1940 seniorsfirstbc.ca SENIORS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 1-800-835-4043 seniorsprofessionalservices.ca SHARE FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES 3020 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam SHARE’s programs and initiatives for seniors are growing each year, as the need for services and supports for our community elders increases. The supports include Better at Home to assist seniors living independently in their own homes, adult substance use services, urgent access to mental

health support, general counselling, English practice groups, legal advocacy support and many groups full of activities, community connection opportunities and supports for aging.

604-540-9161 sharesociety.ca

violence. It is available in 150 languages.

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

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

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TRI-CITIES SENIORS’ ACTION SOCIETY To educate, engage, inform, and mobilize Tri-Cities seniors and decision-makers.

604-949-0599 facebook.com/ tricitiesseniors TRI-CITY TRANSITIONS SOCIETY 402-2071 Kingsway Ave., Port Coquitlam Tri-City Transitions supports all individuals who have experienced domestic violence and offers women and children a safe, secure place to rest, rejuvenate and rebuild their lives.

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Meal Programs

COQUITLAM MEANINGFUL Meals for Seniors A referral-based program for eligible seniors who are socially isolated and vulnerable to connect with City of Coquitlam programs, services and leisure opportunities.

604-927-6076 coquitlam.ca/1132/ Meaningful-Mealsfor-Seniors SHARE FOOD BANK The SHARE food bank provides direct food support to supplement the diets of hundreds of individuals and families each week in the Tri-Cities.

Eligibility for assistance includes those working, receiving income assistance, pensions or employment insurance and must be residents of the Tri-Cities, Anmore or Belcarra. SHARE Family and Community Services hampers are distributed between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at three locations in the Tri-Cities:

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SHARE Family and Community Services, 2615 Clarke St. 604-540-9161 sharesociety.ca MEALS ON WHEELS POCOMO Meals on Wheels is a service providing home delivery of nutritional meals using a network of volunteer drivers to residents of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody who are unable to shop, prepare or cook meals.

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Medical Equipment BC MEDEQUIP 265 Schoolhouse St., Coquitlam 604-888-8811 bcmedequip.com CANADIAN RED CROSS Offering short-term loans.

104–1776 Broadway St., Port Coquitlam 604-944-9042 redcross.ca EVOLUTION TECHNOLOGIES INC. 2530 Davies Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-472-0200 evolutionwalker.ca LIFECARE MEDICAL LTD. 130–3030 Lincoln Ave., Coquitlam 604-941-5433 lifecare1.ca LIGHTHOUSE MEDICAL 3–91 Golden Dr., Coquitlam 1-866-609-6827 lighthouse medicalltd.com

NATIONAL SEATING & MOBILITY 114–1533 Broadway St., Port Coquitlam 604-944-9644 nsm-seating.com PARIS EVERYBODY 114–3200 Westwood St., Port Coquitlam 604-942-4938 pariseverybody.com SCOOTER CITY 65 Clipper St., Coquitlam 604-540-6373 scootercity.ca TRI-CITY HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT 1110–1368 Kingsway Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-945-0980 tricityhomemedical equipment.com

Medical Labs COQUITLAM LIFELABS MEDICAL 313–1194 Lansdowne Dr. 208–3001 Gordon Ave. 106–1015 Austin Ave. Suite R-435 North Rd,

PORT COQUITLAM LIFELABS MEDICAL 7–2185 Wilson Ave. 115–1465 Salisbury Ave.

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X-Ray Labs MEDRAY IMAGING 100–3001 Gordon Ave., Coquitlam 604-941-7611 medrayimaging.com WEST COAST MEDICAL IMAGING 105–511 Clarke Rd., Coquitlam 604-937-5588 westcoastmedical imaging.com

Opticians & Optometrists COQUITLAM AUSTIN HEIGHTS OPTOMETRY CLINIC 117–1001 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-936-2400 austinheights optometry.com BAILEY NELSON 2340-2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam 236-947-0106 baileynelson.com

IRIS OPTOMETRISTS AND OPTICIANS 107–2985 Northern Ave., Coquitlam 604-464-7726 iris.ca JUST VISION OPTICAL 1046B Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-492-1772 justvision.ca LensCrafters 2500-2929 BARNET HWY., COQUITLAM 604-468-4468 lenscrafters.com

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PEARLE VISION 2834 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam 604-464-1822 pearlvision.ca

BEYOND BASIC EYEWEAR OPTICAL 1052D Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-926-9969 beyondbasiceyewear.ca

SPECSAVERS COQUITLAM CENTRE 1220–2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam 604-942-3273 specsavers.ca

COMO LAKE OPTICAL 136–1960 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam 604-931-7133

TOTAL EYE CARE CENTRE OPTOMETRY 112–2922 Glen Dr., Coquitlam 778-285-6972 totaleyecarecentre.com

COQUITLAM OPTOMETRY CENTRE 5–2991 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam 604-942-5121 coquitlamoptometry.com EYEWEAR OUTLET OPTICAL 202–1194 Lansdowne Dr., Coquitlam 604-474-4949 provisioneye wearoptical.ca FRASER VALLEY CATARACT & LASER 104–1196 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-474-3937 fvcl.ca IN-LOOK OPTICAL 2516–2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam 604-941-9931 inlookoptical.ca

VANCOUVER OPTICAL 220–329 North Rd., Coquitlam 604-937-0003 WESTWOOD EYE DOCTORS 101–1120 Westwood St., Coquitlam 604-464-3843 westwoodeyedocs.com XO OPTIX VISION CARE 280–1175 Johnston St., Coquitlam 604-941-5686 xooptix.ca

PORT COQUITLAM BODA OPTICAL 1125 Nicola Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-475-7008 bodaoptical.com

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TINY SOCIAL ROBOTS

A.I.-ENABLED MACHINES COULD IMPACT CARE WORK, AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING

BY BEN BENGTSON

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ith Canada’s population aging and recent studies pointing toward the importance of sustained social connection as a vital necessity, many researchers are looking at the possibility of tiny robots to deliver big results.

“I could foresee in the next decade a lot more robotics in people’s lives,” says Dr. Lillian Hung, the Canada Research Chair in Senior Care and

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an associate professor of nursing at the University of British Columbia.

“While they are not yet part of everyday life, there’s an opportunity with the rise of A.I. and how it can be a powerful tool when it’s being designed into these social robots.”

The concept of what Hung refers to as “social robots”—or, socially assistive robots (SARs)—is relatively newfound in Canada; however, social robots for sustaining and

enhancing the everyday social and psychological well-being of seniors and older adults have been around for decades in places such as Korea, Japan, and Denmark. A common example of such a robot is PARO, an A.I.-enabled machine shaped like a pet seal that is intended to produce a calming effect in people while providing emotional and social support. “I think A.I. offers a lot of opportunities,” says Hung. “With machine learning in these robots … ❱❱

Tiny Robots they learn about the environment, they learn about people; in the

beginning, the robot will be a little bit slow and will try and understand—and then it adjusts.”

Through Hung’s research lab at UBC, she has partnered with care homes in the Lower Mainland to learn more about the needs of older adults, caregivers, staff members, and families—and in particular, the ways in which technology can be responsibly leveraged to offer positive solutions, from encouraging folk to exercise to remembering their favourite songs and playing them on command.

This project—titled “Tiny Robots: Exploring Intergenerational Interactions with Tiny Social Robots”—explored how little machines called EMO and AIBI could support intergenerational connections between older adults and university students.

“YOU CAN TOUCH IT, YOU CAN HUG IT— I THINK THAT TACTILE SENSATION IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE.” DR. LILLIAN HUNG, THE CANADA RESEARCH CHAIR IN SENIOR CARE AND AN ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF NURSING AT THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

“The cost of the robots has traditionally remained very high—but newer robots are more affordable,” says Hung, adding that social robots have unlimited patience and empathy when it comes to the often challenging and repetitive tasks of caregiving.

be open to the idea that social robots could offer useful tools when it comes to healthy aging, especially when attempting to age in place which can be beneficial for independence but comes with a greater risk of social isolation.

While Hung does not suggest that social robots should replace the centrality of person-on-person connection, she wants people to

“You can touch it, you can hug it—I think that tactile sensation is very important for a lot of people,” says Hung. ◆

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BURKE MOUNTAIN OPTOMETRY 104–3377 Coast Meridian Rd., Port Coquitlam 604-941-9338 burkemountain optometry.com FREMONT EYE CENTRE 130–863 Village Dr., Port Coquitlam 604-475-3310 fremonteyecentre.com NEW TREND OPTICAL 2550B Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 604-942-9300 newtrendoptical.ca POCO VISION CARE OPTOMETRY 2–2185 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-942-4212 pocovisioncare.com SHAUGHNESSY OPTOMETRY B218–2099 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam 604-552-2085 shaughnessyoptometry. wixsite.com/website-8 THE EYE OPENER OPTICAL 2755 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam 604-464-1344 theeyeopener optical.com VISION WEST DOCTORS OF OPTOMETRY 3000 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam 604-468-6733 visionwesteyecare.ca

PORT MOODY PORT MOODY EYE CARE CENTRE 260–221 Ioco Rd., Port Moody 604-469-8428 eyes.bc.ca SEEMORE OPTICAL 264 Newport Dr., Port Moody 604-461-8989

SUTER BROOK OPTOMETRY CLINIC 3–101 Morrisey Rd., Port Moody 778-355-8222 suterbrook optometry.com

HOME DELIVERY SERVICES

Grocery Delivery DAIRYLAND HOME SERVICE 1-877-341-8700 FRESHMART POCO 2535 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 604-942-6126 IGAigastoresbc.com/sm/ pickup/rsid/070/find-astore/coquitlam SAFEWAY safeway.ca SAVE-ON-FOODS saveonfoods.com REAL CANADIAN SUPERSTORE realcanadian superstore.ca T&T SUPERMARKET tntsupermarket.com THRIFTY FOODS 170 Brew St., Port Moody 1-800-667-8280 thriftyfoods.com/sendial Other grocery stores may offer delivery through Door Dash, Instacart, and Uber Eats.

Pharmacy Delivery COSTCO PHARMACY 2370 Ottawa St., Port Coquitlam Offers online prescription service by mail.

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GLEN PHARMACY 208–1175 Johnson St., Coquitlam 604-944-5500 glenpharmacy.ca

PINETREE PHARMACY 103–3007 Glen Dr., Coquitlam 604-474-4977 pinetreepharmacy.com

INLET PHARMACY 50 Electronic Ave., Port Moody 604-937-2818 inletpharmacy.ca

REXALL 108-1015 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-937-3122 rexall.ca

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SHOPPERS DRUG MART 3215 St. Johns St., Port Moody 604-461-4030 shoppersdrugmart.ca

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1030–2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam 604-464-3322 Londondrugs.com MED-X PHARMACY 7–1449 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-774-6504 MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY 53–2991 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam 604-468-4711 medicineshoppe.ca MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY 1146–1470 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-554-0950 medicineshoppe.ca OXFORD PHARMACY 3190–1971 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam 604-945-9591 oxfordpharmacies.ca PHARMASAVE 2525 St. Johns St., Port Moody 604-936-2273 pharmasave.com/portmoody-st-johns PHARMASAVE 3295 Coast Meridian Rd., Port Coquitlam 604-942-9813 pharmasavepoco.com PHARMASAVE 100–2255 Elgin Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-942-7117 pharmasavepoco.com

SHOPPERS DRUG MART 250-221 Ioco Rd., Port Moody 604-461-1541 shoppersdrugmart.ca THRIFTY FOODS PHARMACY 170 Brew St., Port Moody 604-949-4253 thriftyfoods.com TOWN CENTRE PHARMACY 130–1153 The High St., Coquitlam 604-475-8508 towncentrepharmacy.ca

HOUSING SUPPORT

Housing 43 HOUSING This is the sister housing to SHARE Family and Community Services.

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

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AFFORDABLE HOUSING This society provides rental housing for lowand moderate-income seniors.

604-433-2218 affordablehousingsocieties.ca BC HOUSING Independent Living BC is a subsidized, assisted-living program that provides housing with support services to eligible seniors and people with disabilities.

1-800-257-7756 bchousing.org COOPERATIVE HOUSING Federation of BC Members own the cooperative housing development collectively and pay a monthly housing charge for units from the cooperative. An initial share must be purchased.

604-879-5111 chf.bc.ca HOME ACCESSIBILITY TAX CREDIT (FEDERAL) You can claim an amount for eligible expenses for a qualifying renovation of an eligible dwelling. canada.ca HOME ADAPTATIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE The Home Adaptations for Independence Program provides financial assistance to eligible low-income households to complete home adaptations for independent living.

604-433-2218 bchousing.org/housingassistance/BC-RAHA HOMEOWNER GRANT FOR SENIORS (PROVINCIAL) The homeowner grant reduces the amount of property taxes you pay each year on your principal residence.

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

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

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

604-927-6076 coquitlam.ca/363/ Snow-Angels

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

Applications submitted online through eTaxBC. 1-888-355-2700 gov.bc.ca

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

1-800-665-1185 tenants.bc.ca

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

604-431-9225 reddoorhousing.ca RESIDENTIAL TENANCY BRANCH A provincial government agency that provides information to landlords and tenants about their rights and responsibilities. The branch also helps to resolve disputes related to tenancy, such as claims for damages to premises, return of security deposits or disputing an eviction notice.

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

Assisted Living & Residential Care These services provide subsidized residential care for adults who can no longer live safely or independently at home due to their need for 24-hour nursing supervision in a secure environment. Assisted living is personal care and hospitality services for adults who can live independently. Residents live in apartment units furnished with their own furniture and belongings.

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

BELVEDERE CARE CENTRE 739 Alderson Ave., Coquitlam 604-939-5991 belvederebc.com CARTIER HOUSE CARE CENTRE 1419 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam 604-939-4654 parkplaceseniors living.com

DUFFERIN CARE CENTRE 1131 Dufferin St., Coquitlam 604-552-1166 retirementconcepts.com EAGLE RIDGE MANOR 475 Guildford Way, Port Moody 604-461-2022 fraserhealth.ca FOYER MAILLARD 1010 Alderson Ave., Coquitlam 604-937-5578 foyermaillard.ca HAWTHORNE SENIORS CARE COMMUNITY 2111 Hawthorne Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-941-4051 hawthornecare.com LAKESHORE CARE CENTRE 657 Gatensbury St., Coquitlam 604-939-9277 tcgcare.com NICOLA LODGE 2240 Hawkins St., Port Coquitlam 604-945-0058 siennaliving.ca SHAUGHNESSY CARE CENTRE 2250 Wilson Ave, Port Coquitlam 604-468-4856 parkplaceseniors living.com THE WESBROOKE 12000 190A St Pitt Meadows 604-460-7006 thewesbrooke.com THE MADISON CARE CENTRE 1399 Foster Ave., Coquitlam 604-936-9231 tcgcare.com

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Retirement Residences & Independent Living ASTORIA RETIREMENT LIVING 2245 Kelly Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-944-2341 aspiralife.ca BLUE MOUNTAIN SENIOR HOUSING SOCIETY 440 Blue Mountain St., Coquitlam 604-931-7844 BRIA COMMUNITIES All-inclusive senior living 1-844-969-2742 briacommunities.ca EARL HAIG RETIREMENT RESIDENCE 1800 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-937-3790 ehrr.ca L.J. CHRISTMAS MANOR 560 Austin Ave., Coquitlam 604-936-8122 jchristmasmanor.com MAYFAIR TERRACE RETIREMENT LIVING 2267 Kelly Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-552-5552 aspiralife.ca MULBERRY PARC 7230 Acorn Ave, Burnaby 604-526-2248 parcliving.ca PORT MOODY LEGION MANOR 2909 Hope St., Port Moody 604-461-9044 PARKWOOD MANOR 1142 Dufferin St., Coquitlam 604-941-7651 venviliving.com

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RESIDENCES AT BELVEDERE 750 Delestre Ave., Coquitlam 604-939-1930 belvederebc.com RJ KENT: THE RESIDENCES 2675 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam 778-285-5554 rj-kent.com SHAUGHNESSY CARE CENTRE 2250 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-468-4856 parkplaceseniors living.com

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

1-888-495-8501 antifraudcentre.ca FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam On the second Tuesday of every month at Dogwood Pavilion, lawyer Don Drysdale takes appointments for a free 15-minute consultation for people 50+.

604-927-6089 LEGAL AID BC 2620 Mary Hill Rd., Port Coquitlam Providing information, advice and representation for a range of free services.

604-408-2172 legalaid.bc.ca

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

1-800-567-3247 bcombudsperson.ca OFFICE OF THE SENIORS ADVOCATE Open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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

1-877-952-3181 seniorsadvocatebc.ca PEOPLES LAW SCHOOL People’s Law School is a non-profit society in BC, dedicated to making the law accessible to everyone. It provides free education and information.

604-331-5400 peopleslawschool.ca PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE The Public Guardian and Trustee is a corporation established under the Public Guardian and Trustee Act with a unique statutory role to protect the interests of British Columbians who lack legal capacity to protect their own interests.

604-660-4444 trustee.bc.ca SENIORS FIRST BC A charitable society that provides information, legal advocacy, support and referrals to older adults across B.C. who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being, as well as those who care for them. seniorsfirstbc.ca

RECREATION & LEISURE PUBLIC LIBRARIES COQUITLAM COQUITLAM: CITY CENTRE BRANCH 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-554-7323 coqlibrary.ca COQUITLAM: POIRIER BRANCH 575 Poirier St., Coquitlam 604-554-7323 coqlibrary.ca Home Delivery: The Coquitlam Public Library provides free delivery and pick up of library materials to Coquitlam residents ages 60 and older who cannot visit the library in person.

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

Movies and Books:

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

Audiobooks: The Poirier branch has a collection of audiobooks exclusively for people who cannot read regular print material due to visual or physical challenges.

PORT COQUITLAM TERRY FOX LIBRARY 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-927-7999 fvrl.ca

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

1-888-668-4141 (ext. 7076) fvrl.bc.ca/outreach_ services

PORT MOODY PORT MOODY PUBLIC LIBRARY 100 Newport Dr. 604-469-457 portmoodylibrary.ca TALKING BOOK CLUB This club meets the first Friday of every month between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is a talking book club for people with visual or print disabilities.

604-469-4637 CENTRE FOR EQUITABLE LIBRARY ACCESS CELA has taken over literary services previously provided

by CNIB. Coquitlam residents with visual challenges receive MP3 audiobooks, accessible eBooks and Braille delivered to their homes by mail. celalibrary.ca

Activity & Recreation Centres

to get together, make new friends, and enjoy a variety of leisure activities.

The pavilion is operated by the City of Coquitlam Parks, Recreation and Culture Department. It also has a fully equipped woodworking shop, snooker room, lapidary workshop, computer lab, lounge and a library.

604-927-6098 coquitlam.ca/dogwood GLEN PINE PAVILION 1200 Glen Pine Crt., Coquitlam 604-927-6940 coquitlam.ca/glenpine HYDE CREEK RECREATION CENTRE 1379 Laurier Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-927-7529 portcoquitlam.ca/ recreation KYLE CENTRE 125 Kyle St., Port Moody 604-469-4561 portmoody.ca MAILLARDVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam 604-927-6760 Coquitlam.ca PINETREE COMMUNITY CENTRE 1260 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-927-6960 coquitlam.ca

CENTENNIAL ACTIVITY CENTRE 578 Poirier St., Coquitlam 604-927-6090 coquitlam.ca

POIRIER COMMUNITY CENTRE 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam 604-927-6027 coquitlam.ca

CITY CENTRE AQUATIC COMPLEX 1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-927-6999 coquitlam.ca

POIRIER SPORT & LEISURE COMPLEX 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam 604-927-6027 coquitlam.ca

DOGWOOD PAVILION 1655 Winslow St., Coquitlam Dogwood Pavilion is a social recreation centre for adults 50 years or better

PORT COQUITLAM COMMUNITY CENTRE 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam portcoquitlam.ca

PORT MOODY RECREATION COMPLEX 300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody From pickleball, walking soccer, and nature walks to workshops and creative pursuits, programs are designed to support wellness and foster community connections.

604-469-4556 portmoody.ca SUMMIT COMMUNITY CENTRE 1450 Parkway Blvd., Coquitlam 604-927-6523 coquitlam.ca THE CLUB -PORT MOODY 101 Noons Creek Dr., Port Moody The goal of the Seniors Friendship Society is to provide an informal atmosphere centred around a gathering place named “The Club” where games, beverages, light snacks, meals, and conversation are the order of the day.

604-492-2595 theclubportmoody.com WILSON CENTRE SENIORS 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam Operating only in Port Coquitlam and open to seniors 60+. Providing year round education and recreational programs, with a focus on community connection.

604-927-7970 portcoquitlam.ca/ wilsonseniors YMCA 555 Emerson St., Coquitlam A 55,000-square-foot YMCA with an indoor pool, gym, fitness studios and equipment, multi-purpose space, child minding, a family development centre, and other amenities. www.gv.ymca.ca/ bettie-allard-ymca

Sports / Leisure / Clubs BURKE MOUNTAIN NATURALISTS burkemountain naturalists.ca COQUITLAM LAWN BOWLING CLUB 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam 604-931-6711 coquitlamlawn bowls.club DOGWOOD GARDEN CLUB 1655 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam 604-809-3965 dogwoodgarden club.weebly.com FRASER VALLEY ROSE SOCIETY info@fprosesociety.org fprosesociety.org POCO BOWL 2263 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-942-5244 pocobowl.com POCO GARDEN CLUB 2211 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam pocogardenclub. wordpress.com POCO OLDTIMERS HOCKEY Planet Ice, 2300 Rocket Way, Coquitlam contact@pocooldtimers hockey.ca PORT MOODY CURLING CLUB 604-830-2690 portmoodycurling.ca PORT MOODY ECOLOGICAL SOCIETY Noons Creek Hatchery 300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody 604-469-9106 noonscreek.org PORT MOODY OLDTIMERS HOCKEY pmoha.org

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ROCKY POINT DRAGON BOATING Old Mill Boat House 2715 Esplanade St., Port Moody rockypointdragon boating.ca TRI-CITY CENTENNIAL STAMP CLUB stampclub.ca

Arts

POMO PLAYERS THEATRE 604-763-4404 PORT MOODY FILM SOCIETY Inlet Theatre, 100 Newport Dr., Port Moody pmfilm.ca POMO MUSEUM 2734 Murray St., Port Moody 604-939-1648 pomo.museum

CHORA CONNECTIONS Trinity United Church, 2211 Prairie Ave., Port Coquitlam choralconnections.ca

PORT MOODY ROCK AND GEM CLUB Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle St., Port Moody 604-323-4273

COQUITLAM CHORALE Eagle Ridge Bible Fellowship Church, 1160 Lansdowne Dr., Coquitlam coquitlamchorale.com

SILVER CHORD CHOIR Port Coquitlam Community Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam silverchord.ca

COQUITLAM HERITAGE SOCIETY Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam 604-516-6151 coquitlamheritage.ca EVERGREEN CULTURAL CENTRE 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam 604-927-6555 evergreencultural centre.ca PACIFIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Port Moody Secondary, 300 Albert St., Port Moody pdpc.ca PORT COQUITLAM HERITAGE 150–2248 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam 604-927-8403 pocoheritage.org POMOARTS 2425 St. Johns St., Port Moody 604-931-2008 pomoarts.ca

TRI-CITY POTTERS PoMoArts, 2425 St. Johns St., Port Moody tricitypotters.ca ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONS EVERYONE is welcome to join; you do not need to be a veteran or the family of a veteran!

Branch 263 Coquitlam 1025 Ridgeway Ave., Coquitlam rclegion263.ca BRANCH 133, PORT COQUITLAM 2675 Shaughnessy St. pocolegion.ca BRANCH 119, PORT MOODY 2529 Clarke St. legion119.ca TOASTMASTERS Crystal Clear Speakers Coquitlam Public Library, Poirier branch, 575 Poirier St., Coquitlam crystalclear. toastmastersclubs.org

DOWNTOWN COQUITLAM TOASTMASTERS Pinetree Secondary School, 3000 Pinewood Ave., Coquitlam 604-780-5388 downtowncoquitlam. toastmastersclubs.org LINCOLN TOASTMASTERS Port Coquitlam Community Centre, 2150 Wilson Ave., Port Coquitlam lincoln.toastmasters clubs.org PORT MOODY TOASTMASTERS Coquitlam Public Library, City Centre branch, 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam cityofthearts. toastmastersclubs.org TALK OF THE TOWN COQUITLAM TOASTMASTERS CLUB Coquitlam City Hall 3000 Guildford Dr., Coquitlam tottcoquitlam. toastmastersclubs.org

SERVICE CLUBS BARNET LIONS CLUB Coquitlam Grill, 2635 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam facebook.com/ BarnetLionsClub CANADIAN FEDERATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN COQUITLAM CHAPTER cfuwcoquitlam.org KIN CLUB OF COQUITLAM coquitlamkinsmen.com PORT COQUITLAM ELKS LODGE 49 ABC Family Restaurant, 100–300 Schoolhouse St., Port Coquitlam 604-584-9379 elksofcanada.ca

PORT COQUITLAM LIONS CLUB Royal Canadian Legion, 133–2675 Shaughnessy St., Port Coquitlam portcoquitlam lionsclub.com ROTARY CLUB OF COQUITLAM Vancouver Golf Club.

771 Austin Ave., Coquitlam portal.clubrunner.ca/797 ROTARY CLUB OF COQUITLAM SUNRISE Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, Room 3 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam portal.clubrunner.ca/657 ROTARY CLUB OF PORT COQUITLAM CENTENNIAL portal.club runner.ca/1780 ROTARY CLUB OF PORT MOODY St. James Well Pub 248 Newport Dr., Port Moody portmoodyrotary.ca/ SOROPTOMIST OF THE TRI-CITIES soroptimisttricities.org

Volunteering COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER CONNECTIONS 604-529-5139 volunteer connections.ca/ VOLUNTEER CANCER DRIVERS Book a ride or volunteer with this non-profit group to get to and from your medical appointments.

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HOME HEALTH REGENCY MEDICAL IN BURNABY IS CELEBRATING I T S 6 0 TH A N N I V E R S A R Y

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hen it comes to the home health business, Burnaby’s Regency Medical is testament to the idea that some things change and, crucially, some things never do.

“The products changed—they got lighter and better—but the needs of the people haven’t changed. The needs are still the same, but the way that the world is purchasing them is different, too,” explains Shawna Bedard, co-owner at Regency.

Shawna, along with Greg Bedard and their son, Braden, are wellpositioned to make such claims: Regency has been in business since 1966 and, amazingly, it’s been owned by the same family for the entirety of its 60-year run—and counting.

This is to say, they’ve seen it all.

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“Oftentimes, the ‘kids’ in their 40s were purchasing for their parents in their 80s—and now their own kids are in purchasing for them as they’ve aged,” says Shawna, on Regency’s intergenerational customer base.

Greg’s father first opened Regency Medical as a pharmacy-focused business in New Westminster in the mid-’60s, when Greg was seven years old. In addition to Greg’s

GREG BEDARD, CO-OWNER OF REGENCY MEDICAL, POSES IN THE SHOWROOM OF HIS HOME HEALTH BUSINESS SEVERAL DECADES AGO.

father’s pharmaceutical knowledge, he found that local doctors and other medical specialists were coming in looking for medical ❱❱

Home Health and home health products that could assist their aging patients, to which Greg’s father discovered he was particularly adept at finding and procuring.

“He’d find out some information on where you could get crutches, for example,” explains Greg, adding that next came canes: “He kept buying things as people kept asking for them—we were kind of knowing for looking for products for people who had a hard time finding things.”

Regency relocated to Burnaby in the 1980’s, at which point Greg found himself involved in the business in various fronts, including building aluminum wheelchairs in Vancouver after seeing these lightweight aluminum wheelchairs being built in California. He said, “Why not build them here?” An aluminum chair weighs 33lbs vs a steel chair at 55lbs. Nowadays

“OFTENTIMES, THE ‘KIDS’ IN THEIR 40S WERE PURCHASING FOR THEIR PARENTS IN THEIR 80S—AND NOW THEIR OWN KIDS ARE IN PURCHASING FOR THEM AS THEY’VE AGED.” SHAWNA BEDARD, CO-OWNER AT REGENCY

modern carbon fibre chairs can weigh as little as 15lbs. “That was unheard of in his day,” says Braden.

As Braden explains, home health products—from physicians supplies to sports braces, power wheelchairs, and scooters—have become more streamlined, technologically advanced, and specialized as the decades have progressed.

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Since its inception, Regency has expanded the scale of its offerings by selling its wares wholesale to medical establishments as well as supporting long-term care and rehabilitative organizations; however, the core of its business remains rooted in its core philosophy to put people first, whether that’s an individual who comes into their massive 6,000-square-foot showroom to shop around or helping to ensure local rehab centers, assisted living facilities, care homes, occupational therapists and physical therapists are properly equipped and supported.

“Come to our store: touch it, try it out,” emphasizes Shawna. “We have a lot of staff who have been there for 30 years, and they have the product knowledge to tell them what product works best to suit their needs—you can’t get that online.”

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