Senior Support North Vancouver Island Resource Guide 2025

North Island Resource Guide 2025

TABLE OF CONTENTS View Digital Version www.ssnvi.ca

Senior Support North Vancouver Island Territory Acknowledgement...............................................3 Welcome Message.........................................................4-5

Mayor's Messages............................................................7 Crisis & Emergency Support......................................11, 13 A New Health Diagnosis?..........................................13, 15 Island Health Home Support...........................................17

Island Health Community Services.................................19

Island Health Additional Services..............................21, 23

Community Meals & Groceries..................................25, 27

Indigenous Support Services....................................29, 33 Housing...........................................................33, 35, 37, 39

Transportation..................................................................41 Pet Care & Support..........................................................43 Caregiver Support & End Of Life Planning................43, 45

BC Government Services...........................................47, 49 Federal Government Programs..................................51, 53 Community Resource Profiles...................................55, 57

Community Resource Listings....................................59-69

My Personal Information / Key Names & Numbers....70, 71 Index...........................................................................72-75

How CRNs Can Help You A Community Response Network (CRN) 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.

When the community cannot provide appropriate support to the adult, the Adult Guardianship Act provides designated agencies with the responsibility of investigating and ensuring that the proper action is undertaken.

CRNs around the province are reaching out to their communities to join the network and work to raise the awareness of abuse, neglect, and self-neglect in vulnerable adults, and to ultimately prevent it from happening.

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Comox Valley CRN Coordinator Christopher Bate (250) 871-5940 admin@ssnvi.ca Campbell River CRN Coordinator Cheryl Stinson cheryl.stinson@bccrns.ca

TERRITORY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Senior Support North Vancouver Island respectfully acknowledges that its community services are provided on the unceded territories of the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, Kwiakah, and K’omoks First Nations. We extend our gratitude to these nations for their generations of stewardship provided for this land, its waterways, its animals, and its people.

INCLUSION STATEMENT

Senior Support North Vancouver Island is committed to treating people with respect and dignity including, but not limited to, people of diverse ages, ethnicities, nationalities, faiths, beliefs, cultures, abilities, disabilities, sexual orientations, genders, education levels, and socio-economic backgrounds.

We are grateful for the support from all our advertisers, funders and partners. Thank you!

Every effort is made to avoid errors and omissions. If however, an error comes to your attention, please accept our sincere apologies and notify us. The information contained in this directory may have changed since its publication.

Senior Support North Vancouver Island and Advertising Connections Inc. / Wellnessnews Canada, Inc. cannot be held responsible for any consequences associated with the modification of this content.

Senior Support North Vancouver Island Courtenay Office: Phone: 250-871-5940 E-mail: admin@ssnvi.ca C1 - 450 8th Street,Courtenay, BC V9N 1G9 Campbell River Office: Phone: 250-830-8709 E-mail: bah.cr@ssnvi.ca 101 – 300 St. Ann’s Road, Campbell River, BC V9W 4C6 No part of this publication may be used without written permission from the Publisher.

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Welcome to your

NORTH ISLAND SENIORS RESOURCE GUIDE From the earliest years of our organization, growth has been part of our mandate. In 1992 we began offering peer counselling to seniors, providing emotional support to decrease isolation and to address gaps in services to seniors in the Comox Valley.

Before long our services expanded to support seniors with transportation and housing challenges, prevention of elder abuse, and accessing information and resources. The majority of these services have been, and still are, provided by trained senior volunteers.

In 2018 the Society changed its name to Comox Valley Senior Support Society to reflect the broader range of programs and services offered and to expand our volunteer base to include volunteers of all ages.

In 2024, we grew and changed! The organization took on Better at Home Campbell River, a United Way funded program. As part of this growth, the Board of Directors has developed a new vision, mission and action plan for the expansion of services into the North Island.

To reflect the new geographic and program growth, the former Comox Valley Senior

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Senior Support took on some significant changes in 2024.

Support also changed its name and branding, an exciting step that will help shape the development of our organization in two communities!

Our new name is Senior Support North Vancouver Island. We will continue to use “Senior Support” as our colloquial name.

While our contact phone number will remain the same, our email addresses will be new. While our old email addresses will still work until April 30, 2025, we encourage you to update your address book as soon as possible. Our website has also changed: www.ssnvi.ca is now operational.

As always, donations and grants for specific programs will continue to be directed to the program for which the funds are meant. Staff will be assigned to work in one community only, and we will ensure a continuity of services between communities.

We thank you for your generous and enduring support of the work of Senior Support in the Comox Valley and now, the North Island. We look forward to continuing existing, and building new, partnerships to meet the many challenges faced by seniors in our communities on the North Island.

And, as always, we extend the deepest gratitude to the hundreds of seniors we support each month. We value your trust and appreciate the kindness and support you extend to us (it truly does go both ways!).

Kind regards, Christopher Bate Executive Director Senior Support North Vancouver Island

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Everyone deserves to age in comfort and safety From pensions, pharmacare, and housing your MPs are working for you so that every Canadian can age with the dignity they deserve.

For assistance with federal government programs and services, please contact us.

Rachel Blaney

Member of Parliament North Island-Powell River 1-800-667-8404 Rachel.Blaney@parl.gc.ca

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Gord Johns

Member of Parliament Courtenay-Alberni 1-844-620-9924 Gord.Johns@parl.gc.ca

MAYORS' MESSAGE

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e would like to share our gratitude to the Seniors Support North Vancouver Island Society for creating this fabulous guide to connect seniors with valuable resources. Seniors are at the heart of our communities, contributing so much through their wisdom, experiences, and continued involvement. From volunteering and sharing stories to being steadfast supporters of families and neighborhoods, your impact is felt every day. We want you to know how much we appreciate everything you do to make North Vancouver Island a wonderful place to live. Supporting you in staying connected, healthy, and engaged is essential to building a strong, inclusive community for all. Thank you to everyone involved in creating this guide and to all who work tirelessly to support our senior residents. Together, we can ensure a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and cared for.

We are grateful to have you as part of our vibrant community.

Mayor Vickey Brown, Village of Cumberland

Mayor Kermit Dahl, City of Campbell River

Mayor Nicole Minions, Town of Comox

Mayor Bob Wells, City of Courtenay

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Campbell River

The Better at Home program helps seniors manage day-to-day tasks by offering select basic, non-medical services. The services help seniors maintain their independence in the comfort of their home while staying connected to their community.

Offering: • friendly visiting • light housekeeping • transportation • shopping assistance

Campbell River Better at Home is a program of Senior Support North Vancouver Island, with funding provided by the Province of British Columbia and administered by United Way British Columbia.

Campbell River’s Better at Home program operates in the Campbell River region only.

For more information, please contact Better at Home by phone at 250-830-8709 or by email at bah.cr@ssnvi.ca

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Comox Valley

Since 2014

Delivering non-medical support services to assist older adults to live independently and stay connected in our community.

Services are available on a sliding scale, appropriate to participants' income level: Transportation, light housekeeping, help with grocery shopping, check-ins and more.

Comox Valley Better at Home is funded by the Government of British Columbia through the United Way. The program is delivered by Hornby Denman Health.

For more information, to register, or join our team of volunteers please contact our Coordinator at 250-871-1165 or through our website at hornbydenmanhealth.com

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BC Nurseline (also pharmacist and nutrition) 7-day, 24-hr Health information Line 8-1-1 (or 7-1-1 hearing impaired) Vancouver Island Crisis Society Crisis Line - talk 24 hour support: 1-888-494-3888 Crisis Chat Online Access Website: www.vicrisis.ca Crisis Text Number 24 hour support: 250-800-3806

Comox Valley Mental Health & Substance Use Line Phone: 250-334-8524 North Island Hospital, Comox Valley Phone: 250-331-5900 Website: www.islandhealth.ca/ourlocations/hospitals-healthcentrelocations/north-islandhospital-comox-valley Pidcock House Homeless Shelter Phone: 250-338-2533 Police – Comox Valley Non Emergency Phone: 250-338-1321

Suicide Crisis Help Line Call or Text 988, 24 hour Canada-wide

RCMP – Comox Valley Victim Services (Crime & Trauma) Phone: 250-334-5979

Mental Health Support Island Health (no area code) 310-6789

Women’s 24-hr Help & Information Line Comox Valley Transition House Phone: 1-888-494-3888, 250-338-1227

KUU-US Crisis Line Phone: 1-800-588-8717 COMOX VALLEY Comox Valley Food Bank Phone: 250-338-0615 comoxvalleyfoodbank.ca Comox Valley Nursing Centre Phone: 250-331-8502 Website: www.islandhealth.ca

CAMPBELL RIVER Campbell River Food Bank Phone: 250-286-3226 Website: www.crfoodbank.ca Mental Health & Substance Use Line Campbell River Phone: 250-850-2620

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CRISIS & EMERGENCY SUPPORT North Island Hospital Campbell River and District Phone: 250-286-7100 Website: www.islandhealth.ca Evergreen Homeless Shelter Phone: 250-287-3791 Website: www.oceancrestchurch.org RCMP - Campbell River Non-emergency Phone: 250-286-6221

RCMP Campbell River Victim Services Phone: 250-286-5606 Community-based Victim Services at Campbell River Family Services Phone: 250-287-2421 Website: www.crfamilyservices.ca Campbell River North Island Transition Society Ann Elmore Transition House 24-hr Help and Information Line Phone: 250-286-3666 Website: www.annelmorehouse.ca

A NEW HEALTH DIAGNOSIS?

DO YOU HAVE A NEW HEALTH DIAGNOSIS? If you or a loved one has received a diagnosis or you are looking for services or support, here are some resources.

Arthritis Society Phone: 1-800-321-1433 Website: www.arthritis.ca

After Stroke BC Phone: 1-888-313-3377 Website: www.strokerecoverybc.ca

Canadian Mental Health Association - Mid-Island Phone: 1-250-244-4042 Website: www.cmha.bc.ca

Alzheimer Society of BC Phone: 1-800-462-2833 Website: www.alzheimer.ca

Chronic Pain Resources Phone: 1-250-331-8502 Website: www.islandhealth.ca

BC Lupus Society Phone: 1-866-585-8787 Website: www.bclupus.org

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A NEW HEALTH DIAGNOSIS? Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada Phone: 1-888-473-4636 Website: www.heartandstroke.ca Island Deaf & Hard of Hearing Phone: 1-250-753-0999 Website: www.idhhc.ca Kidney Foundation of Canada Phone: 1-800-567-8112 (national) / 604-558-6879 (BC support) Website: www.kidney.ca Lung Association COPD Helpline Phone: 1-866-717-2673 Website: www.bclung.ca Parkinsons Society of BC Phone: 1-604-662-3240 Website: www.parkinson. bc.ca/resources-services/ support-groups Respiratory Education Centre Website: www.islandhealth.ca

Campbell River Head Injury Phone: 250-287-4323 Website: www.crhead.ca Campbell River Diabetes Education Centre North Island Hospital Campbell River and District Phone: 250-286-7150 Website: www.islandhealth.ca COMOX VALLEY Canadian Red Cross Courtenay Phone: 250-334-1557 Equipment Loans Website: www.redcross.ca Comox Valley Head Injury Society Phone: 1-250-334-9225 Website: www.cvhis.org Comox Valley Pain Program Phone: 250-331-8502 Website: www.islandhealth.ca Comox Valley Diabetes Education Centre Phone: 250-331-5964 Website: www.islandhealth.ca

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ISLAND HEALTH: HOME SUPPORT LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE AT HOME If you are an older adult or a caregiver, it’s important to know about public health services available through Island Health.

SUPPORT AT HOME If you need support at home, call the intake line to see what services are available to you.

Phone: 250-331-8570 (General Intake Line for all communities from Fanny Bay north to Sayward) Have the following information ready when you call: • Full name • BC Care Card or BC Services Card • Date of birth • Home address Home Support Home Support is personal care for those who are elderly, ill, recovering from an illness, have physical disabilities or need care at the end of life.

Community-based teams support aging or recovery at home and include:

Home Care Nursing, Social Workers, Rehab Workers, Case Managers, Home Support Workers and Geriatric Specialty Services. Home Care and Home Support are provided by Island Health and while some services are free, there are costs for others, some based on your income.

Services may include: • Home Care Nursing (wound dressing or medications) • Home safety assessment • Home Support (shower/ bathing, meal service, mobility assistance) • Occupational therapy • Palliative Care Island Health can also refer you to other services such as: • Adult Day Programs • Assisted Living • Long Term Care Island Health Home Support – if you require additional services.

If you DO currently receive Home Support call Campbell River: 250-850-2150 Comox Valley: 250-331-8522

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ISLAND HEALTH: COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES CAMPBELL RIVER Counselling and Mental Health Support Adult Mental Health and Substance Use 207 – 1040 Shoppers Row Phone: 250-850-2620 Call for an assessment and the next available appointment time. You may be referred for resources, tests, counselling, a support group or crisis services. Drop-in groups, for mental health concerns or substance use, are open to the public.

COMOX VALLEY Out-patient services provided by Island Health in downtown Courtenay Comox Valley Nursing Centre 615 10th Street, Courtenay, BC V9N 1R2 Phone: 250-331-8502 The Nursing Centre provides support for those with chronic pain conditions.

Support is provided by nurses, social workers, physiotherapist, pain specialists and educational support groups. Ask your doctor or clinic for referral or call directly to 250-331-8502.

Counselling and Mental Health and Substance Use Support Phone: 250-331-8524 Call for an assessment and the next available appointment time. You may be referred for resources, tests, counselling, a support group or crisis services.

Drop-in groups, for mental health concerns or substance use, are open to the public.

Health Connections Clinic at the Comox Valley Nursing Centre The Health Connections Clinic provides health care and addiction medicine for those without a family doctor or nurse practitioner. This team has family doctors, nurses and social workers to support both physical or mental health needs.

Ask your doctor or clinic for referral or call directly to 250-331-8502.

Positive Wellness North Island provides prevention, education, treatment and support related to HIV and hepatitis. This team has doctors, nurses and an HIV specialist, providing outreach services, case management, links to care and medication support. Located at the Comox Valley Nursing Centre, Monday to Thursdays from 9am – 4:30pm.

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ISLAND HEALTH: ADDITIONAL HEALTH SERVICES BC Nurseline Call 8-1-1 (or 7-1-1 if you’re hearing impaired) 7 days a week, 24 hours a day Call to ask a registered nurse your health questions. You can also speak to a pharmacist and nutritionist during office hours.

CAMPBELL RIVER North Island Hospital Campbell River and District Emergency department (24 hours) and Laboratory services (by appointment) 375 2nd Avenue, Campbell River BC V9W 3V1 Phone: 250-286-7100

To get on a waiting list for a family doctor or nurse practitioner Call Healthlink BC at 8-1-1 (or 7-1-1 if you’re hearing impaired)

Positive Wellness North Island North Island Hospital Campbell River and District Wellness Centre Phone: 250-286-7152

Geriatric Specialty Team, Island Health Phone: 250-331-5965 – Campbell River Phone: 250-331-8570 Comox Valley

Campbell River Hospice Phone: 250-286-1121 Website: www.crhospice.ca

If you or a loved one is struggling with dementia or other cognitive or mental health concerns, you can request a referral to the Geriatric Specialty Team.

Ask your doctor or call the numbers above to request a referral.

Island Health Mental Health and Substance Use Support - Campbell River 207 – 1040 Shoppers Row Phone: 250-850-2620 Website: www.islandhealth.ca.

Island Health MHSU provides a range of services for individuals dealing with moderate to severe mental health and substance use concerns.

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ISLAND HEALTH: ADDITIONAL HEALTH SERVICES COMOX VALLEY

North Island Hospital Comox Valley Emergency department (24 hours) and Laboratory services (by appointment) 101 Lerwick Rd, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 0B9 Phone: 250-331-5900 Comox Valley Hospice Society Phone: 250-339-5533 Website: comoxhospice.com The Hospice Society provides information, education and programs to ease the journey of dying and grieving. The Hospice Society can provide emotional support if you have been diagnosed with a life limiting illness or are providing care for someone at the end of life.

Island Health Mental Health and Substance Use Support – Comox Valley 941C England Ave, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2N7 Phone: 250-331-8524 Website: www.islandhealth.ca Island Health MHSU provides a range of services for individuals dealing with moderate to severe mental health and substance use concerns.

ISLAND HEALTH: SUPPORTED LIVING If you DON’T currently receive Home Support call: Campbell River and Comox Valley: 250-331-8570 If you DO receive Home Support call Campbell River: 250-850-2150 Comox Valley: 250-331-8522

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COMMUNITY MEALS & GROCERIES COMOX VALLEY Bread of Life Food Bank Phone: 250-207-4673 7387 North Island Highway Unit B-Bay 2 Mon & Tues, 9:30am – 12noon Wed, 9:30am – 12noon Comox Valley Better at Home Phone: 250-871-1165 Hot meal home delivery weekly Comox Valley Food Bank Phone: 250-338-0615 1255 McPhee Avenue, Courtenay Bring grocery bags Mon – Fri, 9am – 12noon Good Samaritan Kitchen: Northgate Church Email: info@ngate.ca 1640 Burgess Road, Courtenay Free soup & sandwich Saturday, 11:30am – 1pm LUSH Valley Food Share Phone: 250-331-0152 Website: lushvalley.org/ programs/food-share Good Food Box hampers (subsidized rates) Fresh vegetables, fruit and eggs Sonshine Lunch Club: St. George’s Church 505 6th Street, Courtenay Free bagged lunches to go Mon, Wed, Thurs & Fri, 11:30am – 12:30pm

Sunday Station Free hot meal service weekly Old Train Station Cumberland Road, Courtenay Sunday, 4:30pm Valley Home Meals Phone: 250-339-2625 CAMPBELL RIVER

Campbell River Food Bank Phone: 250-286-3226 Website: www.crfoodbank.ca 1393 Marwalk Cres.

Campbell River By appointment only Gateway Foursquare Church Campbell River Food Store Phone: 250-287-8133 403 – 5th Ave. Campbell River Hem’?aelas Community Kitchen 1372 Shoppers Row Nightly meal 5:00 to 6:00 daily Salvation Army The Centre of Hope 1381 Cedar St. Hot lunch Monday to Friday

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COMMUNITY MEALS & GROCERIES Campbell River Caremongers Tara Jordan Phone: 250-202-7446 (phone or text) General assistance with food bank deliveries, occasional grocery shopping St. Vincent de Paul St. Patrick’s Parish 34 S. Alder St. Phone: 250-287-3498 Website: www.stpatscr.org HORNBY ISLAND Hamper Program: Hornby Denman Health Phone: 250-335-2885 Email: info@ hornbydenmanhealth.com Customized holiday hampers.

Call to receive a hamper, donate or volunteer.

Hornby Island Community Kitchen & Food Bank 3875 Central Road, Hornby Island Phone: 250-335-0023, 250-335-0791 or 250-3353480 Hot Lunch: Mon, Wed, Fri, Noon – 1pm Take away, eat-in or home delivery available.

Food Bank: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11am – 1pm

DENMAN ISLAND Farm to Family Meals Phone: 250-898-0245 OR Email: farmtofamilydi@gmail.com Meal delivery bi-weekly.

Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program Phone: 250-335-2058 Email: dices. communityprograms @gmail.com Weekly coupons for seniors for the Denman Island Farmers’ Market (May – November) Food Bank Denman Community Hall No forms or requirements; just drop in and help yourself.

Thursdays 4-7 pm Holiday Hampers Phone: 250-335-2058 Email: dices. communityprograms@ gmail.com Website: www.dices.ca Produce, meat / vegan options, treats, gifts and groceries for the festive season. Hamper forms at the General Store, Community School or online.

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INDIGENOUS SUPPORT & SERVICES Public Health Services

Indigenous Liaison Nurse Program, Island Health Website: www.islandhealth.ca North Island Hospital – Campbell River Phone: 250-286-7177 North Island Hospital – Comox Valley Laurel Anderson, RN Phone: 250-331-5900 ext. 65308 OR 250-650-5714 (cell phone) Email: laurel.anderson@ islandhealth.ca Emily Mark (weekend ILN) Phone: 250-527-0139 (cell phone) Email: emily.mark@islandhealth.ca CAMPBELL RIVER Laichwiltach Family Life Society Elders Program, Counselling 441-4th Ave., Campbell River BC V9W 3W7 Indigenous Community Health Centre (will open January 2025 - located on Ironwood Road) Phone: 250-286-3430 Website: www.lfls.ca Sasamans Society Indigenous Elders Outreach Phone: 250-914-2212 Website: www.sasamans.ca

North Island Metis Association 740 Robron Rd., Campbell River Phone: 250-287-7417 Website: www.nimetis.com Giving voice for Métis people along with recognition as an essential partner in all decision making that impacts Métis people COMOX VALLEY Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society (IWSS) 202 – 576 England Avenue, Courtenay Phone: 250-338-3455 Website: www.iwss.ca Kinship Care Help Line (formerly Grandparents raising Grandchildren) Help Line: 1-855-474-9777 (anywhere in BC) Email: kinshipcare@ parentsupportbc.ca Website: www.parentsupportbc.ca MIKI’SIW Métis Association 576 England Avenue, Courtenay Phone: 250-871-7353 Email: comoxvalleymetisoffice@ gmail.com Website: comoxvalleymetis.com

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TOOLS TO ENHANCE HEALTHY COGNITIVE AGING Keeping your brain healthy as you age helps with memory and mental sharpness; it plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of falls and maintaining overall physical well-being. Cognitive functions like balance, coordination, and quick decision-making all depend on a healthy brain, and make a significant difference in maintaining your independence and quality of life.

A key way to support brain health is through activities that challenge the mind.

Reading, learning new skills, or doing puzzles engage different parts of the brain, keeping them active and resilient. Just as we exercise our bodies to stay strong, it’s important to exercise the mind to keep it flexible and sharp.

Physical activities play a crucial role in improving balance and coordination while stimulating the brain areas responsible for movement. Simple activities can enhance the brain’s ability to better adapt to the changes that come with aging.

Social engagement is another cornerstone of brain health. Joining a community or participating in group activities enriches the mind and fosters a sense of purpose. Staying connected with others can boost both cognitive and emotional health.

Prioritizing brain health doesn’t just mean enhancing memory or attention; it means investing in a future where you can maintain independence and enjoy life fully. Small, consistent steps to support both mind and body can significantly reduce fall risks and improve physical and mental resilience, making the aging journey a more active, fulfilling experience.

If you are looking for options, Broken Squirrel Wellness offers a range of programs including the Functional Movement Series with Sandy Dain (Rehab Assistant). This focuses on physical exercises in a fun, interactive group tailored for older adults. Sandy also offers private sessions that are a mix of cognitive activities, balance, strength, and gait training.

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INDIGENOUS SUPPORT & SERVICES Upper Island Women of Native Ancestry 105 – 1509 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay Phone: 250-334-9591 Website: www.uiwona.ca

Wachiay Friendship Centre Society 1625 McPhee Ave, Courtenay Phone: 250-338-7793 Website: www.wachiay.org

HOUSING

BC Housing Affordable rental housing is for people who have a low-tomoderate income but may not be eligible for subsidized housing. Search and apply for affordable housing such as cooperatives with Housing Listings.

Website: www.bchousing.org To get your name on the BC Housing Registry Phone: 1-800-257-7756 (there may a long wait on hold or a request to call later) Website: www.bchousing.org Print the application form in this link and mail (or apply online above) Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) Phone: 1-800-257-7756 Website: www.bchousing.org Tenant Resources and Advisory Centre (TRAC) Phone: 1-800-665-1185 (Tenant info line) Website: www.tenants.bc.ca

CAMPBELL RIVER John Howard Society Housing Supports for individuals who are homeless or at risk for homelessness. Help with information, applications, advocacy, short term financial support when funds are available.

Phone: 250-286-0611 Email: mail@jhsni.bc.ca Website: www.jhsni.bc.ca Legal Advocacy Services CR Advocacy at Opportunities Community Services Advocates provide information, assistance and representation (including tenancy rights) to lowincome residents.

Phone: 250-286-3436 Website: www.ocss.ca INDEPENDENT SUBSIDIZED HOUSING All subsidized housing requires an application and most have waiting lists. It’s advisable to apply for housing units as early as possible and to consider applying for several options.

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HOUSING CAMPBELL RIVER Eagle Harbour Low income housing for women +55 Campbell River & North Island Transition Society 101-1116 Dogwood St, Campbell River BC V9W 3A2 Phone: 250-287-7384 Website: www.annelmorehouse.ca Ken and Murray Forde House/ Willow Point Supported Living Independent Seniors Living 100-142 Larwood Rd, Campbell River BC V9W 1S2 Phone: 250-923-4824 Website: www.wpsls.com

Berwick By the Sea Independent Seniors Living 1353 - 11th Ave. Campbell River BC Phone: 250-850-1353 or 1-844-418-1353 Website: www.berwickretirement.com ASSISTED LIVING & LONG TERM CARE Discovery Harbour Long Term Care 850 14 Avenue, Campbell River BC V9W 4H4 Phone: 250-287-7166 Website: www. parkplaceseniorsliving.com

John Perkins Memorial Housing Low income or disability 55+ 930 13th Ave, Campbell River, BC V9W 4H3 Phone: 250-287-7744

Evergreen Seniors Home Long Term Care – both private and public funded beds 635 Evergreen Rd, Campbell River, BC V9W 3R7 Phone: 250-286-7574 Website: www.evergreenseniors.com

Seth Norton Housing – low income 60+ 931 14th Ave, Campbell River, BC V9W 2K9 Phone: 250-586-1100

Golden Grove Care Home Long Term and Memory Care 130 Strathcona Way, Campbell River, BC V9H0B1 Phone: 877-295-3747

M’Akola Housing Society Various units Phone: 1-877-384-1423 Email: affordablerent@ makola.bc.ca Website: www.makola.bc.ca

Ironwood Place Assisted Living 1351 Ironwood Street, Campbell River, BC V9W 5Z7 Phone: 250-287-4486 Website: www.islandhealth.ca

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HOUSING CAMPBELL RIVER Yucalta Lodge Long term Care 555 2nd Ave Campbell River, B.C. V9W 3V1 Phone: 250-850-2900 Website: www.islandhealth.ca COURTENAY INDEPENDENT SUBSIDIZED HOUSING All subsidized housing requires an application and most have waiting lists. It’s advisable to apply for housing units as early as possible and to consider applying for several options.

Courtenay and Comox Valley Kiwanis Villages 635 Pidcock Avenue, Courtenay, BC, V9N 3E4 Phone: 250-338-8651 Email: comoxvalleykiwanis@ gmail.com Website: courtenaycomoxkiwanisvillages. com Lake Trail: M’Akola Leasehold Society 2060 Lake Trail Road, Courtenay, BC, V9N 9C4 Phone: 250-703-0357 Email: info@makola.bc.ca Apply to BC Housing Registry (below)

Seaview Village Box 247, Union Bay, BC, V0R 3B0 Phone: 778-427-9996 Call to request an application Centennial Place 2594 Penrith Avenue, Cumberland, BC, V0R 1S0 Phone: 250-336-8288 Email: cumberlandseniors@ shaw.ca COMOX VALLEY AFFORDABLE HOUSING SOCIETY Cypress Gardens & Quadra Gardens (Comox) Mailing Address: 21-1547 Dingwall Road, Courtenay, BC, V9N 3S8 Phone: 250-334-3340 Email: admin@cvahs.com Website: www.cvahs.com Washington Apartments 1033 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC, V9N 3R6 Phone: 250-338-0330 Apply to BC Housing Registry ASSISTED LIVING & LONG TERM CARE Berwick Retirement Communities 1700 Comox Avenue, Comox, BC, V9M 4H4 Phone: 250-339-1690 Website: www. berwickretirement.com/bcv

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Casa Loma Seniors Village Independent & Assisted Living 4646 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 7J3 1700 Comox Avenue, Comox, BC, V9M 4H4 Phone: 250-897-1033 Email: casa.info@ retirementconcepts.com Website: www. retirementconcepts.com Comox Valley Seniors Village Assisted Living & Long Term Care 4640 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, BC, V9N 7J3 Phone: 250-331-1183 Email: comox.info@ retirementconcepts.com Website: www. retirementconcepts.com Cummings Home 1926 Cummings, Courtenay, BC V9N9G6 Phone: 250-897-0075 Email: Cummingscare@hotmail.com

Ocean Front Village Independent, Assisted, Supportive Living & Long Term Care 2900 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC, V9N 0J1 Phone: 250-331-0340 Email: inquiry@glm.ca Website: www.goldenlife.ca Stevenson Place Independent Living 1683 Balmoral Avenue, Comox, BC, V9M 2M9 Phone: 250-339-7012 Email: stevenson@novapacific.ca Website: www.novapacific.ca HORNBY ISLAND

Hornby Island Elder Housing 5775 Central Road, Hornby Island Phone: 250-335-1048 Website: www.hornbyhousing.org

Glacier View Lodge Long Term Care 2450 Back Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 8B5 Phone: 250-338-1451 Website: www. glacierviewlodge.ca

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BC Bus Pass for Seniors Phone: 1-866-866-0800 Website: https://myselfserve. gov.bc.ca/BusPass Wheels for Wellness Services are suspended as of December 31, 2024 pending funding.

Phone: 250-338-0196 Website: wheelsforwellness.com/ contact-us Wheels of Hope Phone: 1-888-939-3333 Website: https://cancer.ca/en CAMPBELL RIVER

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Better at Home Phone: 250-871-1165 Transportation for seniors within the Comox Valley, providing up to two trips per month for essential healthrelated appointments. Requests must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Call to register.

HandyDART Phone: 250-339-5442 Website: bctransit.com/ comox-valley/riderinfo/ handydart Accessible, door-to-door shared transit service for people with permanent or temporary disabilities. You must fill out an application and be assessed for eligibility. Once approved, handyDART will you up at your home and drop you at your destination. Book in advance with all the details ready when you call.

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PET CARE Elder Dog Canada ElderDog Canada is a national, registered charitable organization dedicated to aging people, aging dogs, and the important connection they enjoy.

Services include dog care support for seniors and rehoming older dogs.

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CAREGIVER SUPPORT & END OF LIFE PLANNING All North Island

Memorial Society of BC Phone: 1-888-816-5902 Email: admin@ memorialsocietybc.org The Memorial Society of British Columbia (MSBC), a non-profit organization since 1956, is an objective source of education and information for planning funeral services. For a one-time membership fee of $50, MSBC helps members plan funerals dignified and affordable.

Comox Vally Lifeline Society (serves all North Island) An easy-to-use personal; emergency response system to call for help day or night Phone: 250-338-4255 or 1-866-205-6160 Website: www.comoxvalleylifeline.com

EI Compassionate Care Benefits Provides financial assistance whole you are away from work to care for a critically ill or injured person or someone needing end-of-life care.

Phone: 1-800-622-6232 Website: www.canada.ca Island Health Caregiver Support Phone: 250-519-7700 EXT: 11928 Email: communityvirtualcare@ islandhealth.ca Hospice/Palliative and End of Life Care Island Health Caregiver Support Community Health Services (Island Health) Phone: 250-331-8570 / 1-866-928-4988 Website: www.islandhealth.ca

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CAREGIVER SUPPORT & END OF LIFE PLANNING Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) British Columbians seeking medical assistance in dying should speak with their doctor, nurse practitioner or Island Health for information, eligibility, process, safeguards and other end-of-life options.

Phone: 1-877-370-8699 Email: maid@islandhealth.ca Advanced Care Planning Information to help identify goals, values, and beliefs related to your health and care.

Phone: 250-370-5687 Email: advancecareplanning@ islandhealth.ca Website: www.islandhealth.ca COMOX VALLEY DENMAN ISLAND HORNBY ISLAND Comox Valley Hospice Society Comox Valley Hospice Society provides emotional and spiritual support, complementary to hospice care to those who are at the end of life within the Aitken Community Hospice

itself, as well as at the Comox Valley Hospital, and to those who prefer to die at home Phone: 250-339-5533 Website: comoxhospice.com Senior Support North Vancouver Island Caregiver Support Groups provide a monthly opportunity for caregivers to meet in a friendly, supportive environment. Call for details.

Grief and Loss Group led by a trained facilitator meets monthly and provides support for those at any point in their grief and loss experience.

Phone: 250-871-5940 Website: www.ssnvi.ca/comoxvalley-senior-programs CAMPBELL RIVER

Campbell River Hospice Society Offers individual and group care, support and information for those impacted by end of life in a variety of settings and modalities.

440 Evergreen Road, Campbell River Phone: 250-286-1121 Website: www.crhospice.ca

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BC GOVERNMENT SERVICES HEALTH Fair Pharmacare Phone: 1-800-663-7100 Website: https://my.gov.bc.ca

First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) The FNHA plans, manages and funds the delivery of First Nations health programs across BC. Phone: 250-924-6125​ Email: OB@Reception@fnha.ca Website: fnha.ca Island Health - Seniors Services Health services for those over 65.

Website: islandhealth.ca Medical Service Plan BC Phone: 1-800-663-7100 Website: www2.gov.bc.ca HOUSING BC Housing - Vancouver Island Regional Office Phone: 1-800-787-2807 Website: bchousing.org BC Rebate for Accessible Home Adaptations Financial rebates to eligible low-income households to complete home adaptations for independent living.

Phone: 1-800-257-7756 Website: bchousing.org/ housing-assistance/BC-RAHA

Choice in Supports for Independent Living (CSIL) Option for home support where funds are provided to clients to purchase and manage their own home support services.

Phone: 250-331-8570 Website: www.islandhealth.ca Independent Living BC Phone: ​1-800-257-7766 Website: bchousing.org Residential Tenancies Board Assistance for tenants in a conflict with a landlord (rent increase, eviction etc).

Phone: 1-800-665-8779 Website: www2.gov.bc.ca Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) Financial assistance for seniors to assist with rental costs.

Phone: 1-800-257-7756 Website: bchousing.org/ housing-assistance/rentalassistance-programs/SAFER RESOURCES & SUPPORT BC211: Confidential, Support & Resources 24/7 Dial or text 2-1-1 to find help for life’s challenges.

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Dental Care You Can Trust.

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250-897-3643 | KeanAuto.ca 754 B 29th Street Keeping Comox Valley drivers safe on the road for more than 40 years!

BC GOVERNMENT SERVICES BC Seniors Advocate Information and referral line available 24 hours a day, every day. Senior service specialists will work with you during office hours to provide resources and help resolve issues.

Phone: 1-877-952-3181 Website: www.seniorsadvocatebc.ca

BC Seniors’ Guide Phone: 1-877-952-3181 Website: gov.bc.ca/assets/ gov/people/seniors/aboutseniorsbc/guide/bc-seniorsguide-12th-edition.pdf Seniors BC Information on government services for older adults.

Phone: 1-800-663-7867 Website: www2.gov.bc.ca/ gov/content/family-socialsupports/seniors

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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BENEFITS & PROGRAMS Canada Pension Plan (CPP) The CPP retirement pension is a monthly, taxable benefit that you can receive for the rest of your life. To qualify for CPP you must apply, be at least 60 years old and have made at least one contribution to CPP. Phone: 1-800-277-9914 Website: www.canada.ca/en CPP Additional Benefits You may also quality for other CPP benefits listed below. Like the CPP pension, you must apply for these benefits: Post-retirement Benefit, Disability Pension, Postretirement Disability Benefit, Survivor’s Pension, Children’s Benefit and Death Benefit Phone: 1-800-277-9914 Website: www.canada. ca/en/services/benefits/ publicpensions/cpp.html Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) CDCP is a new federal public dental plan available for Canadians who do not have access to dental insurance and have a family net income of less than $90,000. Letters will be mailed to you with instructions on how to apply.

Phone: 1-833-537-4342 Website: www.canada.ca/en/ services/benefits/dental/dentalcare-plan

Federal Programs and Services for Seniors An overview of all federal programs available to seniors.

Phone: 1-800-622-6232 Website: www.canada. ca/en/employment-socialdevelopment/campaigns/ seniors.html GST/HST Credit The GST (GST/HST) credit is a tax-free quarterly payment for people with low / moderate incomes. You are automatically considered for the GST/HST credit when you file your taxes.

There are other tax benefits that you may be eligible for, based on income, health or living situation. Call to enquire.

Phone: 1-800-622-6232 Indigenous Services Canada General information about federal government services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people, including health care, mental health support, residential school survivor support and status cards.

Phone: 1-800-665-9320 or 1-800-567-9604 Email: infopubs@sac-isc.gc.ca Website: www.canada.ca/en/ indigenous-services-canada. html

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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BENEFITS & PROGRAMS Hope for Wellness Help Line Counselling and crisis intervention for Indigenous peoples across Canada, 24/7.

Phone: 1-855-242-3310 Website: hopeforwellness.ca (for information or online chat) Residential School Survivors Emotional crisis referral services and information on health supports for Residential School Survivors.

Phone: 1-866-925-4419 Old Age Security (OAS) A monthly pension for those 65 and older, determined by how long you have lived in Canada after the age of 18. In most cases, you will be automatically enrolled however you may need to apply if the government does not have all your information.

In-person: 130 19th Street, Courtenay, BC, V9N 8S1 Phone: 1-800-277-9914 Website: www.canada. ca/en/services/benefits/ publicpensions/cpp/old-agesecurity.html

Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) A monthly payment for those 65 or older. Eligibility is based on income. GIS payments are added to OAS pension payments each month. In most cases, you will be automatically enrolled, however you may need to apply if the government does not have all your information.

Phone: 1-800-277-9914 Website: www.canada. ca/en/services/benefits/ publicpensions/cpp/old-agesecurity/guaranteed-incomesupplement.htm Veterans Affairs Canada An overview of all federal programs available to veterans, including housing, caregiver support, mental / physical health and financial programs.

Phone: 1-866-522-2122 Website: www.veterans.gc.ca/eng

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Office of the Seniors Advocate BC 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. The office also provides information and referrals for people who are navigating seniors services and tracks their concerns, which helps inform future work. The office monitors services in five key areas: health care, housing, income supports, community supports, and transportation. Information and Referral: 1-877-952-3181 (toll free) Office of the Seniors Advocate 1405 Douglas Street Victoria, BC V8W 9P4 250-920-5070 info@seniorsadovatebc.ca

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Comox Valley Lifeline Society

The Comox Valley Lifeline Society was established in 1988 by the local Lions Club. Lifeline is a simple, convenient, and effective way for people to access help while maintaining an independent lifestyle: Providing prompt and caring assistance twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week at the touch of a button. Lifeline offers peace of mind and a sense of reassurance for subscribers, families, and caregivers, that should an incident occur, appropriate help is available.

Comox Valley Lifeline Society 392 10th Street Courtenay, BC V9N 1P5 250-338-4255 www.comoxvalleylifeline.com cvls@comoxvalleylifeline.com ..................................................................................................

Eldercare Foundation Eldercare is dedicated to enhancing care and improving quality of life for older adults on Vancouver Island. The Foundation raises funds to assist seniors living at home with chronic illnesses, provide equipment and therapy support for seniors living in long-term care, and fund research and education programs aimed at improving the care available to seniors everywhere. Eldercare is proud to support Providence Living at The Views in Comox, Canada’s first non-profit long-term care village.

Eldercare Foundation 1450 Hillside Avenue Victoria, BC V8T 2B7 250-370-5664 contact@gvef.org Visit our website for more info. gvef.org

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Motion Courtenay 250-941-2273 1070 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay courtenay@motioncares.ca www.motioncares.ca • Veterans Affairs Coverage • Ministry Coverage • ICBC & Work Safe BC Coverage • Extended Health Coverage • Free Assessments!

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Bayview Hotel 778-225-0010 2200 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay www.bayviewvi.com • Family and Business Hotel • Pool, Hot Tub and Waterslide • Complimentary Hot Buffet Breakfast • EV Charging Stations • 24 hr. Fitness/Business Centre • Senior and Medical Discounts

Courtenay Mazda 250-338-5777 475 Silverdale Crescent www.CourtenayMazda.com • Synthetic Oil Change (as low as $63*) • Free Alignment Check & 29 Point Inspection • Servicing All Makes & Models • Complimentary Wash & Vacuum • Factory Trained Technicians • $500 Future Purchase Credit

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KEAN Auto Services 250-897-3643 KeanAuto.ca 754 B 29th Street, NOTES Courtenay Your Safety is our #1 Priority • Brakes • Oil Changes • Maintenance Serving Comox Valley for over 40 Years!

Dominion Lending Centres Modern Mortgage Group 250-338-3740 203-1978 Cliffe Ave. Courtenay www.cvmortgage.group • Reverse Mortgages • Refinance a Mortgage • Debt Consolidation • Divorce Mortgages • Mortgage Renewal • Secondary Home

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Banking/Mortgage

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First Credit Union We are a proud financial co-operative serving Courtenay, Cumberland, Union Bay, Bowser, Hornby Island, Texada Island, Powell River and Bowen Island.

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Comox Denture Clinic 250-339-7233 Suite 204, 1819 Beaufort Ave. Comox www.ComoxDentureClinic.ca info@comoxdentureclinic.ca • Full range of denture services • In-house lab • Wheelchair accessible office • No referrals necessary • Accepting new patients

Dentistry

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Harbourview Dental Centre Dr. Jaedyn Penkala D.M.D. 250-339-9800 1781 Comox Avenue, Comox www.HarbourviewComox.com • Accepting CDCP • Dental Restorations • Dental Cleanings • Same Day Crowns • Dental Emergencies • Oral Surgery

Island Glow Mobile Dental Hygiene Inc. 250-329-4388 IslandGlowDentalHygiene.com • Oral Health Screenings • Oral Hygiene Education • Preventative Oral Health Care • Referrals Call for a Free Consultation!

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Dentistry

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Uptown Dental Centre 250-339-2531 #13 215 Port Augusta Street Comox Book Your Appointment Online www.uptowndentalcomox.com • Accepting New Patients • Full-Service Dentistry • Direct Billing Insurance Dentistry you can TRUST.

Valley Denture Centre 250-334-4732 Mike Radeka - Denturist 331 B 6th Street Courtenay valleydenturecentre@gmail.com • Complete, Partial, Rebase, Reline, and Repair • Free Consultations • No Referral Necessary • New Patients Always Welcome

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End of Life Planning

Campbell River ElderCollege 250-923-9700 1685 South Dogwood Street, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C1 www.nic.bc.ca/CREC • Fall and Spring Courses • Interesting Topics for 50+ • Reasonable Fees, No Pressure • On Campus Classes • Register Online or In-person • Enjoy Life Long Learning!

Comox Valley Hospice Society 250-871-0696 2900 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay www.comoxhospice.com • Psychosocial & Emotional Support • Volunteer Palliative Visiting • Grief & Bereavement Resources • Support Groups for Clients • Advanced Care Planning Info • Wellness Programs

End of Life Planning

End of Life Planning

Piercy's - Mt. Washington Funeral Home 250-334-4464 440 England Avenue Courtenay PiercysMtWashingtonFuneral.com • Cremation Options • Arrangements by phone or email • Flexible Event Space • Large-capacity Chapel • Catered Events • Cremation Remembrance Jewelry

Dynamic Journey Doula End of Life Practitioner 250-792-3978 DynamicJourneyDoula.ca • Death Doula • End of Life Care • Deathcare Educator • MAiD Companion • Grief, Loss & Emotional Support • Funeral Celebrant

End of Life Planning

Food

Toneff Funeral Services 250-338-4463 106-2100 Guthrie Road Comox www.telfordtoneffboyd.ca • Compassionate Care • 24-hour Available Response • Preneed Conversations and Arrangements • Inclusive End-of-Life Info • Community Focused

Hangar 31 Café info@hangar31cafe.com Unit A 2310 Guthrie Road Comox hangar31cafe.ca • Family-owned and operated • Locally brewed coffee • Pastries, treats, grab & go • Retail/wholesale coffee beans • Pet friendly patio Your community, your coffee.

Food

Food

Rhodos Coffee and Bistro 250-338-5592 364 8th Street, Courtenay rhodoscoffee.ca • Family-owned and operated • All-day Breakfast and Lunch • Pastries and treats • Your community, your coffee • Retail and wholesale coffee roasted in-house • In season Pet friendly patio

Valley Home Meals 250-339-2625 | 1-866-216-2655 1828 Knight Rd, Comox Serving the Island Since 1999 www.ValleyHomeMeals.com • Delicious Quality Frozen Meals • Available for Pick-up or Delivery • Delivery: Campbell River to Victoria • Provider for Veterans • Dietitian Approved Entrees

Foundations

Foundations

Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation 250-331-5957 101 Lerwick Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 0B9 cvhealthcarefoundation.com • We support the hospital, community health programs, and long-term care • Trusted charity since 1993 • Build your local legacy Visit our office at the hospital

Comox Valley Community Foundation 250-338-8444 PO Box 1454, Comox, BC V9M 7Z9 cvcfoundation.org We help caring people, like you, make meaningful gifts that support community needs today and for future generations. Please contact us to learn more.

Foundations

Health & Wellness

Eldercare Foundation 250-370-5664 1450 Hillside Avenue Victoria www.gvef.org • Charitable foundation • Promotes aging with dignity • For Vancouver Island seniors • Enhances long-term care • Supports aging in place • Advances research & education

Bascom Medical Laser Therapy

778-431-0200 105 - 618 Anderton Road Comox BascomMedical.com • Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause • MonaLisa Touch Laser • Sexual Health • Prostate Cancer Survivorship • Functional Urology

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Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

Broken Squirrel Wellness 250-871-1336 445 10th Street, Courtenay www.BrokenSquirrel.ca • Clinical Wellness Centre • Integrated Collaborative Care • Cognitive & Physical Services • Yoga & Meditation Classes • Supporting Mind, Mood & Movement “we’re all a little nuts!”

Comox Valley Physiotherapy

Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

Current Chiropractic + Sport Therapy 250-871-4567 Dr. Robin Rae hello@currentchiro.ca www.currentchiro.ca 222 - 444 Lerwick Road Courtenay • Active Release Technique • Laser Therapy Get Your Lifestyle Back

Expedia Cruises 250-334-3323 11-2401 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay expediacruises.com/comoxvalley • Exceptional customer service • Exclusive deals for you • Support from start to finish Travel transforms people and makes the world a better place.

Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

Evergreen Club 55+ Social Club 250-338-1000 Florence Filberg Centre 411 Anderton Ave, Courtenay www.craevergreenclub.ca • Over 50 Activity Clubs • Social Lounge: Beverages, Pastries, Lunch • Bi-Monthly Day Trips • Volunteer Opportunities All for $40 per year

Jeanie's Vitamin Centre Ltd. 250-890-0037 Jvitamin@shaw.ca Jeanies-vitamins.ca • Support Your Health the Natural Way! • Phone Orders / Delivery • Fitness Consulting • Nutritional Consulting • South Entrance of Comox Mall • Over 1400 Products!

Dewald Diedericks Physiotherapist Corporation

250-338-8121 #104-1350 England Avenue Courtenay www.CVphysio.ca • All Physiotherapy Needs • Now Accepting New Clients • No Referrals Required • WorkSafeBC, ICBC, MSP • Direct Billing to Most Insurers

Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

MAKE a WAVE Leadership / Wellness 250.286.8060 #5 964 Shoppers Row Campbell River makeawave.ca • Counselling • Neuro Linguistic Programming • Shamanism • Star Family Medicine Rita Krebs, RSW, NLPP, ECPC, Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master

The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy 250-338-4790 #1 - 2760 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay medicineshoppecourtenay.ca • Prescription Adaptations and Renewals • Medication Reviews • Blister Packs • Vaccinations & Injections • Urology and Ostomy Supplies

Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

Mobile Non-Medical Footcare 250-331-2360 Licensed Professional 20+ years of experience • We come to you • Nail trimming & reduction • Callus/corn reduction • Cuticle/skincare • All implements are professionally sterilized

Oakwood Wellness We Come to You! Mobile Services: Physiotherapy, Chiropractic, Kinesiology.

Offering Training Packages and Community Classes.

Find out what works for you, contact us today!

250-702-0336 admin@oakwoodwellness.ca www.oakwoodwellness.ca

Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

Peak Orthotics 250-423-4433 5862 Aldergrove Dr, Courtenay www.PeakOrthotics.com Alex Paquin, Certified Pedorthist in the Comox Valley • Mobile Services • In-clinic Assessments • Flexible, Comfortable Orthotics • Reduce Stress on your Joints • Walk More Confidently

Welch Osteopathy 519-574-3302 #25B, 215 Port Augusta St www.WelchOsteopathy.com • Relief from Chronic Pain • Improved Range of Motion • Improved Circulation • Decreased Inflammation • Joint Stiffness/Arthritis Relief • Immune Support • Increased Overall Vitality

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Hearing

Hearing

Connect Hearing 1-888-850-9979 #13 - 1599 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay www.connecthearing.ca • Comprehensive evaluations • Most advanced hearing aids • Tinnitus support • BCAA member discount • 2 locations in the Comox Valley • We put your hearing needs first

HearingLife 250-871-2285 325 B 11th Street, Courtenay www.HearingLife.ca • Free hearing test, same day results • Personalized hearing care • Latest hearing aid technology • 30-day Free hearing aid trial • 360 Aftercare warranty • Price match policy

Home Support

Home Support

Classic LifeCare 250-890-7535 www.classiclifecare.com Home Care for All Generations • Personal Support • Companionship • Nursing Footcare • Housekeeping • End-of-Life Doula Services Proudly Serving Comox

Home Instead® 1-250-338-0554 Tracie Robertson RN/Owner Private In-Home Care admin3049@homeinstead.com www.homeinstead.com/3049 • Home Helper Care • Personal Care • Memory Care • Specialized Care • Palliative & Transitional Care

House & Home

House & Home

Deanna Johnson Photo Organizer & Digitization Specialist 250-616-2189 Serving Vancouver Island DeannaJohnsonPhotoCoach.com • Downsize Photo Albums • Digitize 8mm/16mm Film, Video Tapes incl. VHS/Beta • Digitize Slides & Negatives • Pass Down your Memories • Photo Books, Gifts, Slideshows

Dream Life Mattress Outlet 778-269-4233 311 - 130 Centennial Drive Courtenay DreamLifeComoxValley.com • Hand-crafted in BC • Island-owned & operated • 50 - 80% off retail price • Environmentally friendly • Rock solid warranty • Delivery & takeaway available

House & Home

House & Home

Modern Courtenay: 250.334.2599 Campbell River: 250-923-2509 432 Puntledge Rd, Courtenay modern.ca • Windows: New & Renovations • Doors: Entry, Patio & Garage • Railings: Glass & Picket • Duradek Vinyl Decking • Patio Covers, Awnings, Sunrooms • Gutters & Vinyl Siding

Parkers Appliances & More 250-334-3171 700 - 29th Street Courtenay ParkersAppliancesAndMore.com Family-owned and operated • Kitchen, Laundry, Bedroom • Outdoor Kitchen • Financing Offers Available • Fast Delivery Available • Check out Clearance & Rebates

House & Home

Real Estate

Super Klean Enterprises 250-338-7782 info@superkleancarpet.ca www.superkleancarpet.ca • Carpet & Upholstery • Lawn & Garden Maintenance • Pressure Washing • Gutter Cleaning • Painting Services • Cleanup & Disposal • Residential & Commercial

Amanda Longman Real Estate 250-792-3869 121-750 Comox Road Courtenay www.AmandaLongmanRe.ca • Free Home Valuations • Local Market Statistics • Customized Client Care • Trusted, Reliable Insight • Virtual & In-Person Meetings • Informed Advice & Guidance

Real Estate

Real Estate

Courtney & Anglin Real Estate Group M: 250-703-1571 B: 250-703-6119 2230A Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay courtneyanglin.com • Seniors Real Estate Specialist • One Stop Shop Relocations • Expertise in Senior Housing • Downsizing & Staging Guidance • Clear Concise Communication • Extended Family Support

RE/MAX Ocean Pacific Realty Courtenay: 250-334-9900 Comox: 250-339-2021 www.OceanPacificRealty.com Real estate professionals making selling and buying properties easy and stress free! ~ houses ~ condos ~ farms ~ ~ waterfront ~ rural ~ vacant #1 in Comox Valley Real Estate

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Real Estate

Retirement Communities

VIP Realty Group Royal LePage Advance 250-205-0298 972 Shoppers Row Campbell River viprealtygroup.ca • Helping you sell / purchase • Advising on best steps to take • Advising on market conditions • Connecting you where needed • Available to answer questions

Berwick Comox Valley 250.339.1690 berwickretirement.com 1700 Comox Ave. Comox • Housekeeping, linens • Wellness programs & gym • Rooftop garden & lounge • Theatre & transportation • Bistro, pub, coffee lounge • Chef prepared meals • 24hr emergency response

Retirement Communities

Retirement Communities

Glacier View Lodge 250-338-1451 2450 Back Road, Courtenay www.glacierviewlodge.ca • Non-profit complex care home with private rooms • Short-term stay respite bed • Bathing program • Day Program 7 days/week • Education & caregiver support • Referrals through Island Health

Stevenson Place Independent Living 250-339-7012 1683 Balmoral Ave, Comox www.novapacific.ca • Pet Friendly • Outdoor Gardens • 24-hour Security • Includes Evening Meals • Daily, Weekly Housekeeping • Heavy Laundry Services • Planned Activities

Retirement Communities

Shops & Services

Casa Loma & CV Seniors Village 250-331-4365 4646 & 4640 Headquarters Rd. Courtenay, BC V9N 7J3 www.retirementconcepts.com • Independant Living • Assisted Living • Long Term Care • 24 Hour Emergency Response • Daily Meals • Weekly Housekeeping

Bosley's Courtenay by Pet Valu 250-338-2890 3185 Cliffe Ave. Courtenay store.petvalu.ca/location/7203 • Locally owned and operated • Member rewards • Seniors day (last thursday/month) • Save 10-15% off every sunday • Free 48hr delivery (nearby) • Pet adoptions/resource centre • Open 9AM - 9PM

Shops & Services

Shops & Services

The Laundry 250-334-0875 6, 2401 Cliffe Avenue laundryislove@gmail.com • Drop off or Self serve • Pickup & Delivery available • Full time staff on-site • Comforters, clothes, pet beds • Clean, friendly comfortable space Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Robbins Notaries 250-871-7150 520 4th Street Courtenay, BC V9N 1H2 www.RobbinsNotaries.ca • Wills • Power of Attorney • Representation Agreements • Estate Planning DO YOU HAVE A WILL?

Support Services

Support Services

Campbell River Seniors Network 250-703-6135 crseniorsnetwork@gmail.com Ecampbellriverseniorsnetwork • To increase collaboration, coordination and inclusiveness in the social sector serving seniors.

• To support developing services as needed in the community • To advocate for people as they age and those who care for them

Comox Valley Lifeline Society 250-338-4255 392 10th Street Courtenay, BC V9N 1P5 www.comoxvalleylifeline.com • Personal Emergency Response • HomeSafe Basic • HomeSafe with Fall Detection • On The Go Mobile Buttons

Support Services

Support Services

Seniors' Intergenerational Action Network cveyc.ca/intergenerational intergenerational.connections@gmail.com • Volunteer for activities with kids & youth • Meet other seniors and have fun contributing to a healthy Comox community Starts January 15. Wed 1 - 3 Comox Community Centre, Room B

Telus Health Medical Alert 250-897-1188 #6 - 795 Ryan Road Courtenay www.openconnection.com • Medical Alert Pendant • Trained Medical Alert Operator • 24/7 Emergency Support • Water-Resistant Devices • Fall Detection Feature on Canada Version

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INDEX A A New Health Diagnosis?......................................15 Accessibility Providers..........................................59 Accommodations......................................................59 Advanced Care Planning......................................45 After Stroke BC..............................................................13 Alzheimer Society of BC.........................................13 Amanda Longman Real Estate Agent...42, 67 Ambulance Fire Police..............................................11 Arthritis Society............................................................13 Assisted Living............................................................68 Auto Service..................................................................59 B Banking/Mortgage............................................59, 61 Bayview Hotel Group Ltd................................9, 59 Bascom Medical Therapy............................26, 63 Berwick Retirement Communities...........37 BC211: Confidential, Support, Resources.....47 BC Bus Pass for Seniors.........................................41 BC Community Response Network.................2 BC Government Services...............................47, 49 BC Housing............................................................33, 47 BC Lupus Society........................................................13 BC Office of the Seniors Advocate.................55 BC Nurseline.............................................................11, 21 BC Rebate for Accessible Home Adaptations....................................................47 BC Seniors Advocate...............................................49 BC Seniors’ Guide......................................................49 Beltone Hearing Care Centre ...........................80 Better at Home Campbell River..........................8 Better at Home Comox Valley......................9, 25 Bosley’s Courtenay by Pet Valu.......................68 Brain Health...................................................................31 Broken Squirrel Health Centre..........30, 31, 64 Bread of Life Food Bank........................................25 C Campbell River Elder College.......................62 Campbell River Better at Home..............8, 41 Campbell River Seniors Network..............69

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Campbell River Berwick By the Sea Senior Living.............35 Caremongers..........................................................27 Discovery Harbour Long Term Care.................35 Eagle Harbour...........................................................5 Evergreen Seniors - Long Term Care.......35 Food Bank...........................................................11, 25 Golden Grove Care Home...............................35 handyDART................................................................41 Head Injury................................................................15 Hospice...............................................................21, 45 Ironwood Place Assisted Living.................35 John Howard Society Housing Supports...33 John Perkins Memorial Housing.................35 Ken & Murray Forde House/Willow Point Supported Living.................................................35 Laichwiltach Family Life Society...............29 Legal Advocacy Services...............................33 M’Akola Housing Society.................................35 Mental Health Support.......................................11 North Island Hospital........................................29 North Island Transition Society....................13 North Island Metis Association...................29 Sasamans Society Indigenous Elders Outreach.........................29 Seth Norton Housing.........................................35 Yucalta Lodge Long Term Care...................36 Canada Pension Plan (CPP)..................................51 Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)..................51 Canadian Red Cross..................................................15 Canadian Mental Health Association..............13 Caregiver Support.....................................................43 CareLink Advantage & Helpline.......................55 Casa Loma Seniors Village Independent & Assisted Living........36, 39, 68 Choice in Supports for Independent Living...47 Chiropractic Care.................................................30, 31 Chronic Pain Resources..........................................13 Classic Lifecare...................................................18, 66 Community Meals & Groceries.........................25 Comox Cypress Gardens & Quadra Gardens.....37 Comox Denture Clinic......................................38, 61

INDEX Comox Valley Better at Home.......................9, 41 Comox Valley Community Foundation.......63 Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation..16, 63 Comox Valley Hospice Society.................23, 62 Comox Valley Physiotherapy....................34, 64 Comox Valley Lifeline......................38, 43, 57, 69 Comox Valley Diabetes Education Centre............................15 Food/Meals.......................................................11, 25 handyDART...............................................................41 Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society........29 Kinship Care Help Line....................................29 MIKI’SIW Métis Association..........................29 North Island Hospital.......................................29 Nursing Centre...................................................11, 19 Pain Program..........................................................15 Connect Hearing...............................................60, 66 Comox Valley Kiwanis Villages.........................37 Courtney & Anglin Real Estate Group......1, 67 Courtenay Centennial Place...............................37 Courtenay Cummings Home..............................39 Courtenay Glacier View Lodge Long Term Care.......................................................................39 Courtenay Lake Trail................................................37 Courtenay Mazda.............................................46, 59 Courtenay Ocean Front Village.........................39 Courtenay Seaview Village..................................37 Stevenson Place Independent Living.........39 Courtenay Washington Apartments..............37 Counselling & Mental Health Support...........19 Crisis Support.................................................................11 Current Chiropractic..............................................64

Dentistry............................................................................61 Dominion Lending Centres.................................59 Dream Life Mattress Outlet.........................40, 66 Dynamic Journey Doula........................................62

D Dignity Funeral Home - Piercy Mt. Washington Funeral Home................50, 62 Deanna Johnson Photo Coach.........................66 Denman Island Farm to Family Meals.......................................27 Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program....................................................................27 Holiday Hampers................................................ 27

H Hamper Program: Hornby Denman Health....27 Hangar 31 Café............................................................62 Harbourview Dental.........................................56, 61 Health & Wellness.....................................63, 64, 65 Health Diagnosis?......................................................13 Hearing............................................................................66 Hearing Life Canada.......................................46, 66 Heart & Stroke Foundation..................................15

E Education.........................................................................62 Elder Abuse......................................................................2 Eldercare Foundation.............................................57 Elder Dog Canada......................................................43 End of Life Planning..............................................18, 62 Engel & Volkers - Brittany McKenna.............32 Evergreen Club...........................................................64 Evergreen Homeless Shelter................................13 Expedia Cruises..................................................14, 64 F Fair Pharmacare.........................................................47 Federal Government Programs............................53 Federal GST/HST Credit..........................................51 Federal Programs & Services for Seniors.......51 First Credit Union.......................................................61 First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)..........47 Food....................................................................................62 Foundations..............................................................16, 63 Friendly Visitor Program...........................................8 G Gateway Foursquare Church.............................25 Glacier View Lodge..................................................68 Good Samaritan Kitchen.......................................25 Gord Johns, MLA...........................................................6

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INDEX Hem’?aelas Community Kitchen......................25 Homeowners Choice Renovations................42 Home Instead®...........................................................66 Home Support.................................................17, 18, 66 Hope for Wellness Help Line..............................53 Hospice, Palliative Care Hornby Island Community Kitchen & Food Bank............27 Elder Housing........................................................39 Hotels............................................................................9 House & Home.....................................................66 Housekeeping.................................................. 8, 10 I Inclusion Statement...................................................3 Independent Living BC...........................................47 Indigenous Healthcare..................................29, 32 Indigenous Liaison Nurse Program, Island Health................................................................29 Indigenous Services Canada..............................51 Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing.......................15 Island Glow Mobile Dental Hygiene.......54, 61 Island Health Additional Services....................21 Island Health Community Services.................19 Island Health Supported Living........................23 Island Health Home Support...............................17 J Jeanie’s Vitamin Centre Ltd........................56, 64 K Kayden Design Adaptive Clothing.................59 Kean Auto...............................................................48, 59 Kidney Foundation of Canada............................15 KUU-US Crisis Line......................................................11 L Long Term Care....................................35, 37, 39, 68 Lung Association COPD Helpline......................15 Laundry...........................................................................69 LUSH Valley Food Share........................................25

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M Make a Wave Leadership / Wellness....58, 65 Massage...........................................................................30 Mayor’s Message...........................................................7 Meals and Groceries................................................25 Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)..............45 Medical Service Plan BC........................................47 Medicine Shoppe Courtenay.......................12, 65 Mental Health Support.......................................11, 23 Mobile Non-Medical Footcare............................65 Modern Mortgage Group........................................44 Modern Windows.................................................28, 67 Motion™ Courtenay.............................................20, 59 N Naturopathic Medicine...........................................30 NIC Campbell River ElderCollege....................62 North Island EI Compassionate Care Benefits................................................................43 North Island Hospice/Palliative and End of Life Care...........................................................43 North Island Hospital..........................................11, 23 North Island - Island Health Caregiver Support.....................................................43 North Island Memorial Society of BC.............43 Notaries............................................................................69 O Oakwood Wellness.....................................................65 Occupational Health Therapy.............................30 P Parkers Appliances & More................................67 Parkinsons Society of BC........................................15 Peak Orthotics.....................................................54, 65 Pet Care & Support...................................................43 Pharmacy..........................................................................12 Pidcock House Homeless Shelter.......................11 Pilates................................................................................30 Police non-emergency..............................................11 Positive Wellness North Island...........................21

INDEX R Rachel Blaney, MLA....................................................6 RCMP - Campbell River............................................13 RCMP - Victim Services...........................................11 Real Estate...............................................................67, 68 Re/Max Ocean Pacific Realty....................60, 67 Residential Tenancies Board..............................47 Respiratory Education Centre.............................15 Retirement Communities........................................68 Rhodos Coffee & Bistro.................................34, 63 Robbins Notaries..............................................36, 69 S Seniors BC.....................................................................49 Seniors’ Intergenerational Action Network.......................................................69 Senior Support North Vancouver Island............................45, 50 Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters...................33, 47 Shopping Assistance.........................................8, 10 Shops & Services.................................................68, 69 Sonshine Lunch Club..............................................25 St. Vincent de Paul....................................................27 Stevenson Place Retirement Living.............24 Super Klean Carpets & Restoration......40, 67 Support Services.......................................................69 Supported Living.......................................................24 Sunday Station............................................................25

V Valley Denture Clinic......................................22, 61 Valley Home Meals.........................................25, 63 Vancouver Island Crisis Society..........................11 Veterans Affairs Canada........................................53 VIP Realty Group Royal LePage Advance..............................58, 68 W Wachiay Friendship Centre Society...............33 Welch Osteopathy....................................................65 Welcome Message......................................................5 Wheels for Wellness.................................................41 Wheels of Hope............................................................41 Women’s 24-hr Help Line...........................................11 Y Yoga Therapy................................................................30

T Telus Health Medical Alert..........................44, 69 Tenant Resources and Advisory Centre......33 Territory Acknowledgement.....................................3 The Laundry.................................................................69 The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy....................65 Toneff Funeral Services.................................52, 62 Transportation.........................................................8, 10 Travel..................................................................................14 U Upper Island Women of Native Ancestry....33 Uptown Dental...................................................48, 61

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