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www.DiscoverTapestry.comTapestry at Wesbrook Village3338 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver BC604.225.5000

Tapestry at Arbutus Walk2799 Yew Street, Vancouver BC604.736.1640

“It was Peter Rabbitthat taught me tolove good books.”

Few things in life are morerewarding than a thirst for knowledge.At Tapestry Retirement Communities,we provide you with excitingopportunities to continue learning andstimulate your imagination. Whetherit’s attending our seminars andclasses or discovering new hobbies,Tapestry offers the encouragementand support you need to help keepyou sharp.

Call us today and see whatkind of individualized programs wecan offer you.

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W e l c o m eAwise person once toldme that there’s no point in complaining about aging. “Justdo it well and gracefully,” they said.

Wisewords indeed. The seniors I’ve observedwhoare themost graceful, anddoingwell, are often the ones who looked into the future, planned and were alwaysthoughtful about their next move. They were also very aware of the services andopportunities available to them.

That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you become aware of the services andopportunities in Vancouver. The seniors segment of the population is growing,and as a result specialists and experts from health to finances are ready to cater toyour very specific needs.

We hope it helps. A city depends on its elders for balance, perspective andguidance. May we all age well in Vancouver wisely and gracefully.

Dee DhaliwalPublisher, Vancouver Courier +Westender

Vancouver Seniors Guide to Health & Well-being (Vol. 2) is produced by, and is exclusiveproperty of Vancouver Courier/ Glacier Media Inc. Copyright 2015.

Publisher: Dee Dhaliwal | Director of Sales: Tara Lalanne | News Media Features Manager: Ellyn SchriberWriters: Sandra Thomas & Davidicus Wong | Production: Bridget Greenwood

To advertise in future editions of this magazine, or to enquire about other Glacier Media projects,contact News Media Features Manager Ellyn Schriber at [email protected]

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lisTingsActivity Centres & Educational Pursuits ................................................... 30

Community Centres and Seniors Fitness .................................................. 28

Financial Planners, Government Tax Information.................................... 14

Government Programs & Services............................................................ 10

Government Services & Affordable Housing ............................................ 12

Healthcare Providers (outside the home)................................................. 20

Home Care Services, Medical & Other ..................................................... 24

Legacy/Charity........................................................................................ 14

Medical Supplies & Pharmacies ............................................................... 26

Registered Health Charities/Political Rep’s.............................................. 18

Retirement Living Residences /Assisted Living .......................................... 9

Transportation/Travel & Leisure ............................................................. 32

Wills & Estates Advisors/Funeral Planning .............................................. 16

arTiclesOffice of new seniors advocate to open March 31....................................... 7

Keep learning and stay healthy ................................................................ 15

It’s never too late to plan for retirement ................................................... 21

Your ultimate to do list ............................................................................ 29

c o n T e n T s

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Find out how atvancouverfoundation.ca/belikealiceor call Kristin at 604.629.5186

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office of new seniors advocate toopen march 31Sandra Thomas | [email protected]

One of the biggest stories of interest toseniors last year had to be the appointmentof a dedicated advocate by the provincialgovernment in March 2014.The new appointment was made under the

Seniors Advocate Act of B.C., proclaimed lawin February 2013, as part of the provincialgovernment’s Seniors Action Plan. Sending astrong message to seniors across the province,newly appointed advocate Isobel Mackenziewasted no time in creating a workingdocument entitled The Journey Begins:Together we can do better, a 16-page reportshe hopes will improve life for older adults inB.C. It’s the first such appointment in Canada.Under the act, Mackenzie can advocate on

behalf of seniors on issues such as health andpersonal care, transportation, housing andincome supports. To that end, Mackenzie’soffice will monitor services to seniors,provide information and referrals, analyzesystemic issues related to health and providerecommendations to governments andservice providers. Mackenzie is scheduled tobegin work in her new Victoria-based officeMarch 31.

The executive director of the South GranvilleSeniors Centre is hopeful the advocate willbenefit B.C.’s growing elderly population.“Support for seniors is getting smaller and

smaller,” said Clemencia Gomez. “I hopethis seniors advocate will help us get morefunding or at least better solutions.”Mackenzie promises to protect her

independence while representing seniors

outside of government influence.“I have seen first-hand the issues, the

challenges and the choices facing ourseniors, their families and their caregivers,”Mackenzie said at a press conferencefollowing the announcement last year.“I have witnessed the profound desireof seniors to maintain their dignity andtheir independence. And on more thanone occasion, I have been humbled by thereminder that seniors are individuals whohave their own ideas about how they seethemselves aging.”Gomez hopes Mackenzie is aware of the

vital role seniors centres play when it comesto helping older adults live healthy, dignifiedlives.“Seniors centres are the preventative

group,” said Gomez. “We’re the ones whohelp seniors stay healthy and independentthrough programs and lunches. Thegovernment should support seniors centresbecause they save themmoney.”She added senior populations are rapidly

growing in all communities and that need forsupport must be addressed.“So the government should provide more

funding,” said Gomez. “There have been cutsto so many programs like home support andcommunity support.”

“Seniors centres are thepreventative groups...who help seniors

stay healthy and independent”CLEMEnCIA GOMEz

Grace Tanaka (left), Hope Rust and Eileen Eablitz(right) play a round of bridge at the South GranvilleSenior's Centre.

Photo: Dan TouLGoET

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604.876.5585

reTiremenT livingresidences / assisTed livingDownsizing?Wanting to havemeals prepared, a safeenvironment to live in, and social activities to keepyou young at heart?Manywonderful Vancouverresidences would love to give you a free tour!

PrivaTely oWned residencesamica at arbutus manor2125 Eddington Dr. Tel. 604-736-8936amica.ca/arbutus

cavell gardens2835 Sophia St. Tel. 604-637-1207cavellgardens.com

crofton manor (revera)2803West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-263-0921reveraliving.com/crofton

granville gardens1550West 49th St. Tel. 604-563-3540granvillegardens.net – opening pending 2015

legacy senior living611West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-240-8550legacyseniorliving.com

Parc retirement living450-1550 Alberni St. Tel. 604-408-5811parcliving.ca

retirement concepts seniors services ltd.1090West Georgia St. Tel. 604-662-4969retirementconcepts.com

revera retirement livingHead office Tel. 1-888-549-5450reveraliving.com

sunrise senior livingSunrise of Vancouver - 999West 57th Ave.Tel. 604-261-5799sunriseseniorliving.com

Tapestry at the oÕKeefe-arbutus Walk2799 Yew St. Tel. 604-736-1640discovertapestry.com

Tapestry at Wesbrook village uBc3338WesbrookMall Tel. 604-225-5000discovertapestry.com

Terraces on 7th (retirement concepts)1570West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-738-8380retirementconcepts.com/homes/terraces

socieTy-run lodges & long-Term careabbeyfield Houses of vancouverHeritage House – 8264 Hudson St.Tel. 604-261-5531abbeyfieldvancouver.com

The cedars at Beulah gardens3355 East 5th Ave. Tel. 604-251-4114beulahgardens.com

chalmers lodge1450West 12th Ave. Tel. 604-731-3178chalmerslodge.ca

chartwell seniors Housing350-220 Cambie St. Tel. 604-648-2273chartwell.com

columbus residence704West 69th Ave. Tel. 604-321-4405columbusresidence.ca

Finnish canadian rest Home2288 Harrison Dr. Tel. 604-325-2392finncare.ca

Folkstone Family care Homes3589 Commercial St. Tel. 604-736-3601folkstonecare.com

grace seniors Home101-333 East Pender St. Tel. 604-633-1071

Hellenic canadian senior society107-2609 East 49th Ave. Tel. 604-568-3994

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renfrew care centre (retirement concepts)1880 Renfrew St. Tel. 604-255-7723retirementconcepts.com/homes/renfrew-care-centre

renfrew Park manor3433 Renfrew St. Tel. 604-435-2241

shannon oaks2526Waverley Ave. Tel. 604-324-6257baptisthousing.org

south granville Park lodge1645West 14th Ave. Tel. 604-732-8633sgplodge.com

ukrainian manor101-7007 Kerr St. Tel. 604-434-4040

Weinberg residence5650 Osler St. Tel. 604-261-9622weinbergresidence.com

There aremanymore long-termand assisted carefacilities operated by Vancouver Coastal Health.Go to vch.ca for details.

governmenT Programs& servicesFor information about BC government programsand services, visit SeniorsBC.ca or call Service BC at604-660-2421.

acute, Home and community care servicesTel. Toll free 8-1-1deaf/hearing-impaired (TTy), toll free7-1-1healthlinkbc.ca

age-Friendly communitiesemail: [email protected]/agefriendly

alcohol and aging: Know the Factsseniorsbc.ca/activeaging/alcohol

assisted living registrarTel. Toll free 1-866-714-3378health.gov.bc.ca/assisted

ambulance BillingTel. Toll free 1-800-665-7199

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“I’m worriedabout Mom.”

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We know life can be challenging. That’s why Shylo offersfour distinct Levels of Care in the home when people arechallenged by age, mobility, surgery, a new baby, or a chronicor terminal illness. Which care level suits your needs orthe needs of someone you love? Companion Care, HomeSupport, Professional Care, or Palliative & Respite Care.Call TODaY fOr a frEE In-hOmE aSSESSmEnT.

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Bc association of community responsenetworksemail: [email protected] | bccrns.ca

Bc centre for elder advocacy and support(Bc ceas)Seniors Advocacy & Information Line (SAIL)Tel. 604-437-1940 | bcceas.ca

Bc Palliative care Benefits Programhealth.gov.bc.ca/pharme/plans

choice in supports for independent living(csil)Speak with your health care provider for moreinformation.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/csil.html

community services agenciesTips on finding community organizationinformation online.welcomebc.ca/wbc/immigration/enjoy/sports/community.page

congratulatory messages�office of ProtocolCongratulatory messages may be requested for asignificant birthday or wedding anniversary.Tel. service Bc, Toll free 1-800-663-7867protocol.gov.bc.ca/protocol/prgs/congrat/congrat.htm

consumer Protection B.c.Tel. 604-320-1667

crime Prevention and community PolicingContact your local police department or RCMPdetachment.

dementia HelplineTuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Tel. 604-681-8651

domestic violence Helpline (victimlink Bc)Tel. Toll free 1-800-563-0808domesticviolencebc.ca/dvbc/index.page

elder abuse PreventionIn an emergency, always call 9-1-1.For information, referrals, and support, callVictimLink BC, 24/7.Tel. B.c. and yukon, Toll free 1-800-563-0808

Fall Preventionseniorsbc.ca/stayingindependenthealth.gov.bc.ca/prevention/fallprevention.html

HeretoHelpDistress Line network service available 24 hoursa day, with no wait or busy signal, where you canspeak to a trained volunteer specialist for supportor referrals related to mental health.Tel. Toll free 310-6789(note: this number does not require an area code.)heretohelp.bc.ca

governmenT services &aFFordaBle Housingimmunization servicesContact your local public health office under“Health Authorities” in the blue pages of yourphone book.Immunizebc.ca

income assistance(for seniors not receiving Old Age Security)Ministry of Social Development.Tel. Toll free 1-866-866-0800 (press 3 + 1)hsd.gov.bc.ca/bcea.htm

medical services Plan (Health insuranceBc)Tel. 604-683-7151Or contact your local health authority forinformation on available services.

medications mattersmedmatters.ca.ca/info-public.html

Pharmacare (Health insurance Bc)Tel. 604-683-7151health.gov.bc.ca/pharmacare

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residential Tenancy BranchTel. 604-660-1020email: [email protected] | rto.gov.bc.ca

seniors Health care support lineTel. Toll free 1-877- 952-3181

seniors services society(lower mainland only)Tel. 604-520-6621email: [email protected]

senior's supplementBCMinistry of Social DevelopmentTel. Toll free 1-866-866-0800 (Press 4, then 1)eia.gov.bc.ca/programs/other.htm

Targeted initiative for older Workersworkbc.ca/job-seekers/special-resources/older-workers.htm

Telephone device for the deaf (service Bc)Tel. 604-775-0303 greater vancouver

veterans affairs canadaTel. Toll free (english) 1-866 522-2122vac-acc.gc.ca

WelcomeBcWelcomeBC provides information about programs,services and resources for newcomers to B.C.Tel. 604-660-2421 | welcomebc.ca

affordable HousingBCHousing and the Housing RegistryShelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER).Tel. Toll free 1-800-257-7756Tel. (greater vancouver) 604-433-2218bchousing.org/Initiatives/Providing/SAFER

Bc Homeowner Protection officeTel. 604-646-7050

legacy / cHariTyvancouver FoundationSuite 200-475West Georgia St.Tel. 604-688-2204vancouverfoundation.ca

Financial Planners /governmenT TaXinFormaTionPlanners, esTaTe, legacy, real esTaTeBancorp Financial1090West Georgia St. Tel. 604-609-7020bancorpfinancial.com

caligiuri financial group inc.Franco Caligiuri, 200-1111West Georgia St.Tel. 604-685-6525

cindy david Financial groupSuite 2100-925West Georgia St.Tel. 604-659-8020cindydavid.ca

clearWealth advisors inc.Glenn Ayrton, 1501-1111West Georgia St.Tel. 604-687-6808clearwealth.ca

desjardins Financial security independentTyler Hoffman, 312-1205 Howe St.Tel. 778-231-5876tylerhoffman.ca

dld Financial group ltd.Kelly Ho, 1200-1111West Georgia St.Tel. 604-681-7185 ext. 1didfinancial.com

elementus Wealth management inc.Jeff Devlin, 1200-1111West Georgia St.Tel. 604-681-4493 | elementuswealth.com

Financial advisors Brokerage group inc.Randall Reynolds, 1638West 1st Ave.Tel. 604-484-6224 | thefabgroup.com

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Sandra Thomas | [email protected]

According to a program coordinator withVancouver Community College, the numberof Baby Boomers and seniors continuing theireducation is growing.“Some people are committed to lifelong

learning,” said Jennifer Gossen, “but othersare taking courses to keep their skills currentwithin the industry they work.”Gossen said while there are still

many seniors pursuing hobbies, such asphotography, how to use a computer orcooking, others are enrolled in programs suchas graphic design and technical writing ortaking management and leadership courses asa way to stay current.“Many older adults attending courses today

are still working,” said Gossen. “That’s thedifference I’m seeing.”Meanwhile, Dr. Roger Wong, clinical

professor of geriatric medicine at theUniversity of B.C., said continued learning is agreat way for seniors to improve brain health,particularly if it’s a new exercise routine.“I support the use of exercise programs

for individual health as a way to maintainbalance and for brain health,” said Wong. “It’sa way to increase the health of blood vesselsto reduce the risk of stroke.”Wong added continued learning is an

activity that can improve a senior’s quality oflife.

“As for the health benefits, as far asmedical research goes there is no concreteevidence, but there is evidence the absence ofcontinued learning can affect your quality oflife,” said Wong, who served as president ofthe Canadian Geriatrics Society from 2011 to2013.Wong added it’s not just the act of learning

that’s beneficial, but also the socializationthat goes along with it.“It gives seniors a sense of community

and motivation to get out of the house,” saidWong. “It helps them stay connected.”The Vancouver School Board’s Continuing

Education program was recently integratedwith Langara College. Visit langara.bc.ca/continuing-studies. Meanwhile Simon FraserUniversity offers courses for adults aged 55and older through its continuing educationprogram. Visit sfu.ca/continuing-studies. TheUniversity of B.C. offers Elder Scholar coursesdesigned to meet the needs of retired andsemi-retired adults, but are open to all olderlearners. Course formats include lectures,seminars, study groups and walking tours.

Additional learning opportunities forseniors include One Day @ UBC offeredSaturdays at the UBC Point Grey campus.These single-day courses provide easy andaffordable access to top experts in theirfield – and the small class size ensures ampleopportunities for discussion. As well, for morethan 30 years, UBC Continuing Studies hasoffered the Ageless Pursuits Summer LectureSeries, program featuring morning lectureson topics such as art, archaeology, literature,political science and history. Special ratesapply for participants aged 55 or older.Visit cstudies.ubc.ca/seniors or call 604-

822-1444 for more information.

Keep learning and stay healthy

“ I support the use of exerciseprograms ... as away tomaintainbalance and for brain health.”

DR. ROGER WOnG

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Freedom 55 FinancialJoshua Simpson, 600-1508West BroadwayTel. 604-732-1508 ext. 777joshuasimpson.ca

investors groupJim Doyle, 770-666 Burrard St.Tel. 604-682-5431 | jimdoyle.ca

rBc dominion securities inc.Peter Wu, 33rd floor, 1055West Georgia St.Tel. 604-257-7633 | peterwu.ca

rJ evans and associatesRichard James Evans, 204-2065West 4th Ave.Tel. 604-682-8393

rogers group Financial advisorsBrett Simpson, 5th floor, 1770West 7th Ave.Tel. 604-732-6551 ext. 733rogersgroup.com

TFP investment counsel corp.David Jones, 1401-675West Hastings St.Tel. 604-687-5884 | investwell.ca

Thorne insurance & FinancialMichael Thorne, 925-1045 Howe St.Tel. 604-688-5158 | thornefinancial.ca

Zlc Financial groupHeidi Pullem, 1200-666 Burrard St.Tel. 604-688-7208 | heidipullem.com

government Financial information:Canada Revenue AgencyTel. Tax information Phone service, Toll free1-800-267-6999Taxpayer Services Information Line (B.C.)Tel. Toll free 1-877-387-3332

Federal income securityTel. english, Toll free 1-800-277-9914Tel. deaf/hearing impaired (Tdd), Toll free1-800-255-4786servicecanada.gc.ca

Home owner grant for seniorsCall your local property tax collector’s office or theHome Owner Grant Administration Branch.Tel. Toll free 1-888-355-2700

legal services societyTel. 604-408-2172 | lss.bc.ca

Wills & esTaTes advisors /Funeral PlanningPlanning ahead andmaking sure all the final touchesare in place is the best way to avoid controversy,detail all probate issues, and ensure your loved onesand heirs are taken care of.

Wills, TrusTs & esTaTe PlanninglaW FirmsBell alliance lawyers & notaries PublicEstate Planning experts201-1367West BroadwayTel. 604-873-8723 | bellalliance.ca

Boughton law corporationJames D. Baird - Wills, Trusts and Estates Group700-595 Burrard St. Tel. 604-687-6789boughtonlaw.com

clark Wilson llPMarkWeintraub, senior estate and trust litigator900-885West Georgia St. Tel. 604-687-5700cwilson.com

davis llPMary Hamilton - Wills, Estates and Trusts Group2800, Park Place 666 Burrard St.Tel. 604-687-9444 | davis.ca

Janine a.s. Thomas law corporationEstate Planning Consultation, Wills Preparation200-736 Granville St. Tel. 604-915-7113thomaslaw.ca

legacy Tax + Trust lawyersTax & Trust, Estate Planning609 Granville St. Tel. 604-631-1298legacylawyers.com

Beck, robinson & companyRichard C. Robinson700-686West Broadway Tel. 604-874-0204

Westside Family lawMark G. Perry, Estate Litigation420-1367West Broadway Tel. 604-734-7911perrylawbc.com

Wills, ProBaTe, TrusTeesdial-a-law library(funded by the Law Foundation of BC)Tel. 604-687-4680 | dialalaw.org

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ministry of JusticeAboutWills and Estatesag.gov.bc.ca/courts/other/wills_estates.htm

PeopleÕs law schoolTel. 604-331-5400email: [email protected]

Public guardian and Trustee (PgT)of British columbiaTel. 604-660-4444 | trustee.bc.ca

Funeral Homes andmemorial servicesamherst Funeral & cremation services inc.1209-207West Hastings St. Tel. 604-229-1013amherstcremation.com

First memorial Funeral services602 Kingsway Tel. 604-876-5585firstmemorialfuneral.com

Hamilton-Harron Funeral centre& cremation ltd.5390 Fraser St. Tel. 604-325-7441dignitymemorial.ca/Hamilton-funeral-home

Kearney Funeral services ltd.1096West Broadway Tel. 604-736-0268kearneyfs.com

martin Brothers Funeral chapels Bc ltd.3398 Dunbar St. Tel. 778-330-7799mbfunerals.com

mount Pleasant universal Funeral Home306 East 11th Ave. Tel. 604-255-5444mountpleasantfuneral.com

vancouvermemorial services and cremation5505 Fraser St. Tel. 604-325-8251vancouvercrematorium.com

regisTered HealTHcHariTies / PoliTical rePÕsSeniors and their families benefit from the caring andknowledgeable people who run the provincesmanycharities. Contact your favourite one for assistance or tomake a legacy donation. Plus, contacts for your ridings.

HealTH-relaTednon-ProFiT organiZaTionsals society of British columbia1233-13551 Commerce Pkwy, RichmondTel. 604-278-2257 | alsbc.ca

alzheimer society of B.c.300-828West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-681-6530alzheimerbc.org

arthritis answers line (aal)For every question, there is an answer.10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-FridayTel. 604-875-5051

arthritis society Bc & yukon895West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-714-5550arthritis.ca/bc

Bc cancer agency600West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-877-6000bccancer.bc.ca

Bc cancer Foundation150-686West Broadway Tel. 604-877-6040bccancerfoundation.com

Bc children's Hospital Foundation938West 28th Ave. Tel. 604-875-2444bcchf.ca

canadian Blood services4750 Oak St. Tel. 1-888-236-6283blood.ca

canadian cancer society,Bc and yukon division565West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-872-4400cancer.ca

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canadian diabetes association360-1385West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-732-1331diabetes.ca

Heart and stroke Foundationof B.c. and yukon1216West Broadway Tel. 604-736-4088heartandstroke.bc.ca

inspire Health integrative cancer care200-1330West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-734-7125inspirehealth.ca

multiple sclerosis society of canada1103-4720 Kingsway, BurnabyTel. 604-689-3144mssociety.ca/bc

osteoporosis society of canada(B.c. division)Downtown and Kerrisdale BranchesTel. Toll free (english) 1-800-463-6842osteoporosis.ca

Parkinson society British columbia600-890 Pender St. Tel. 604-662-3240Parkinson.bc.ca

Tapestry Foundation for Health care3080 Prince Edward St. Tel. 604-877-8335tapestryfoundation.ca

vgH & uBc Hospital Foundation190-855West 12th Ave. Tel. 604-875-4676vghfoundation.ca

PoliTical rePresenTaTivesvancouver city HallTel. To reach civic members, call 3-1-1Vancouver.ca

local Provincial mlaÕsVancouver-Fairview: George HeymanVancouver-False Creek: Sam SullivanVancouver-Fraserview: Suzanne AntonVancouver-Hastings: Shane SimpsonVancouver-Kensington: Mabel ElmoreVancouver-Kingsway: Adrian DixVancouver-Langara: Dr. Moira StilwellVancouver-Mount Pleasant: Jenny KwanVancouver-Point Grey: David EbyVancouver-Quilchena: AndrewWilkinsonVancouver-West End: Spencer Chandra Herbertleg.bc.ca

local Federal mPÕsVancouver Centre: Hedy FryVancouver East: Libby DaviesVancouver Kingsway: Don DaviesVancouver Quadra: Joyce MurrayVancouver South: Wai Youngparl.gc.ca

HealTHcare Providers(ouTside THe Home)Vancouver’s professional health care providers runfromacupuncturist to Zen healer, and all points inbetween. Choose proactive health to provide a lifetimeof better health.

audiologisTs / Hearing clinicsexpert Hearing solutions2681 East 49th Ave. Tel. 604-437-43273479 Dunbar St. Tel. 604-437-427experthearingsolutions.com

Precision Hearing clinic2484 East Hastings St. Tel. 604-215-33452740 Commercial Drive Tel. 604-681-1652precisionhearing.co

sound Hearing clinic207-1160 Burrard St. Tel. 778-724-1228soundhearingclinic.com

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it's never too late to plan forretirementStart now, says estate plannerSandra Thomas | [email protected]

Be honest. Raise your hands if you startedplanning for retirement in your twenties.Thirties? Forties?You’re not alone if planning for retirement

and life as a senior was not a priority as youfinished school, travelled, raised a familyand worked hard to make ends meet. Butaccording to estate planning adviser CindyDavid, no matter what your age, it’s still nottoo late to plan for your financial future.“The time is right now for all ages,” advises

David, president of Cindy David Financial.“Don’t feel bad because you waited to startplanning, but the sooner you get started, thefewer surprises you’ll have along the way.”

David said the typical Canadian uses theirtwenties to accumulate and (hopefully) pay offdebt and their thirties to begin makingmoremoney and start a family. David addedmanyCanadians in their forties simply keep theirheads down and continue to work hard. That’sthe time, David said, many ask, “now that Ihave somemoney, where should I put it?”

As for retirement planning, David said it’stypical to see clients about five years prior to theiractual retirement. She noted with Vancouver’shigh cost of real estate, even homeowners withnomortgage can’t count on any equity shouldthey decide to sell and stay in the city.“Maybe their home is 40 years old and they

want to sell it andmove into a condo with newappliances and some space,” said David. “InVancouver, that’s more of a sideways moveand they’re not going to see any equity.”

David added a good place to begin findingsolid financial advice often starts at anindividual’s bank and evolves to an estateplanner.Seniors should also plan for their futurewhen

it comes to their health, and again, it’s rarelytoo late to start. According to the provincialgovernment’s website SeniorsBC.ca,manyseniors wish they’d started planning earlier.Thosewho start planning now can be assuredthey’ve done their best today for tomorrowand have the tools tomake themost of laterlife, maintain health and independence, havegreater control over decisions, have a positiveretirement and reduce or avoid costs for healthcare and other services.As well, advance care planning should be

considered, which includes thinking aboutand writing down wishes or instructions forfuture health care treatment in the event asenior becomes incapable of deciding forthemselves. Advance care planning givesseniors a voice and family or friends theknowledge and tools they may need to makedecisions on their behalf.In Vancouver, the 411 Seniors Centre offers

free counselling on everything from incometax to housing, health to legal advice. Visit411seniors.bc.ca and seniorsBC.ca for moreinformation.

“Advance care planning gives seniorsa voice...and the knowledge and

tools they may need.”

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sound idears inc.650West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-708-9780soundidears.com

Western institute for the deaf andHard of Hearing2125West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-736-7391widhh.com

denTisTs / denTurisTsalex Hupka, denturist8055 Anderson Rd, RichmondTel. 604-279-9151 | bcdenturist.ca

Hastings denture clinic2609 East Hastings St. Tel. 604-255-9433

Kerrisdale denture clinic2152West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-263-7478kerrisdaledenture clinic.com

dr. marianna Klimek inc.202-2929 Commercial Dr. Tel. 604-876-5678mariannaklimek.com

lopareva denture clinic116West Broadway Tel. 604-677-0061loparevadentureclinic.com

victoria drive denture5477 Victoria Dr. Tel. 604-325-1914mydentures.ca

dr. vincent y yoshida1750West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-874-1221dryoshida.com

oPTomeTrisTs / eyecarearcher Bissonnette & rea104-1668West Broadway Tel. 604-733-16115757 Balsam St. Tel. 604-261-8151fyidoctors.com

association of Bc optometrists610-2525Willow St. Tel. 604-737-9907optometrists.bc.ca

Hakim optical1408 Kingsway Tel. 604-630-20201088-1092West Broadway Tel. 604-630-31262801Main St. Tel. 604-630-0250hakimoptical.ca

marpole optometry clinic8679 Granville St. Tel. 604-696-8933

mount Pleasant optometry centre104 East Broadway Tel. 604-874-7302aokvancouver.com

Pacific eye doctors4292 Dunbar St. Tel. 604-739-2022pacificeyedoctors.ca

medical PracTiTioners (various)Backs in action Wellness centre203-1750 East 10th Ave. Tel. 604-876-9977backsinaction.ca

Balance acupuncture &massage105-4338Main St. Tel. 604-873-3717balanceam.com

collingwood Physiotherapy andWellness3419 Kingsway Tel. 604-569-3419collingwoodphysio.com

Foot solutions2620West Broadway Tel. 604-267-7463footsolutions.com/vancouver

diamond geriatrics inc.288West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-874-7764diamondgeriatrics.com

greig associates X-ray and Bone density219-650West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-261-3177greigassociates.com

Kerrisdale Family Foot clinic2309West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-261-2611vancouverfootdoctor.com

lions laser & skin centre835West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-875-4682skincarecentre.ca

south granville naturopathic clinic ltd.214-3195 Granville St. Tel. 604-738-3858drlederman.com

vancouver naturopathic clinic1308West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-738-2111vancouvernaturopathic clinic.com

vancouver spine care centre102-1678West Broadway Tel. 604-873-6029vancouverspinecarecentre.com

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vitality Traditional chinese medicine3722 Oak St. Tel. 604-569-1773vitalitychinesemedicine.com

Westside chiropractic & associates1430West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-738-2503westside-chiropractic.com

HealTHcare clinics and cenTres(WI = indicates walk-in clinic on site)

Balance medical centre inc.1590West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-569-0488balancemedical.ca

care Point medical centresFive locations in VancouverTel. 604-205-9466 | cbi.ca/web/carepoint

commercial drive Walk-in clinicWI -1515 Commercial Dr. Tel. 604-255-5922cdclinic.ca

copeman Healthcare centre400-1128 Hornby St. Tel. 604-707-2273copemanhealthcare.com

cr+ crossroads Healthcare clinicsWI - 350-507West Broadway Tel. 604-568-7229crwalkin.com

False creek Healthcare555West 8th Ave. Tel. 1-800-815-9338falsecreekhealthcare.com

Kerrisdale station medical clinicWI - 2077West 42nd Ave. Tel. 604-261-9494kerrisdalemedical.com

Khatsahlano medical clinicsWI - 2685West Broadway Tel. 604-731-9187WI - 920 Seymour St. Tel. 604-257-2630khatsclinic.ca

Pacific medical clinicWI - 2032 Kingsway Tel. 604-874-5555

seymour Health centre1530West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-738-2151seymourhealth.ca

HealTHy Food deliveryBetter mealsAffordable meal delivery to Vancouver seniors.Tel. 604-299-1877 | bettermeals.ca

meals onWheels vancouver/richmondHot meals delivered to your door.c/o Health & Home Care SocietyTel. 604-732-7638 | carebc.ca

stongÕsGrocery Delivery ServiceTel. 604-630-3154 | stongs.com

Westside mobile Food marketSeasonal produce pop-up shops, from July-Sept.Tel. 604-484-8629plantednetwork.ca

Home care services,medical & oTHerMedical care, home cleaning, a friendly visit, orcompanionship; home care providers give that extratouch that older seniors and those with health issuescherish.

Home services, medicaladvance nursing care114West Broadway Tel. 604-563-5068

evergreen nursing services ltd.3057West 33rd Ave. Tel. 604-264-7959evergreennursing.ca

Home instead senior careTel. 604-267-6742homeinstead.com

independent Quality Home care ltd.720-999West BroadwayTel. 604-725-9014iqhomecare.com

Karp HomecareTel. 604-420-7800 | karphomecare.com

nurse next doorProfessional Home Care Services320-5511West Boulevard Tel. 604-228-4357nursenextdoor.com

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Free Dental ConsultationMK Pontic Cantilever Bridge

The ‘MK Pontic’ is a unique treatment option used to replace a single missingtooth that does not require reduction of the adjacent teeth. While not availablefor all individuals it can offer tooth replacement that is both cost effectiveand minimally invasive. It lasts for years at a cost of only

This is formed by a pontic (artificial tooth) attached to the crown on oneside and supported by a metal loop embedded in the adjacent tooth by theuse of composite bonding. Only one of the teeth adjacent to the gap needsto be prepared for the crown. The Cantilever Bridge with composite splint isconservative and successful restoration.

$500Before After

Affordable, esthetic dentistry for seniors Great esthetics without braces

Dr. Marianna Klimek& Associate Dentists

202-2929 Commercial Dr. @ 13th Avewww.mkpontic.com • 604.876.5678

We offer family and cosmetic dentistry, braces, dentures, implants and wisdom teeth extractions.

Before AfterBefore After

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Premier Homecare services402-1788West Broadway Tel. 604-636-1902premierhomecareservices.com

Pro vita care management2455 East Broadway Tel. 604-215-8461provita.ca

retire at Home services22-1089West Broadway Tel. 604-322-4663retireathomevancouver.com

senior Helpers vancouver135-555West 12th Ave. Tel. 604-568-7086seniorcarevancouver.ca/care-vancouver

shylo nursing & Home Healthcare410-1917West 4th Ave. | Tel. 604-696-4226shylonursing.ca

We care Home Health services10-5763 Oak St. | Tel. 604-264-9003wecare.ca

Home services,non-medically sPeciFica Helping Hand organizing serviceJanet at Tel. 778-990-8768ahelpinghand.ca

changing Places vancouverP.O. Box 21021, 11-200 Burrard St.Tel. 778-628-0725 | vancouvermoves.ca

driving miss daisy seniorsÕ servicesTel. 778-229-3468: east vanTel. 604-723-7247: vancouver southTel. 604-290-8874: vancouver Westside &

downtowndrivingmissdaisy.net

easy Transitions relocation services1400-1500West Georgia St. Tel. 778-373-4908easytransitions.ca

everything organizedTel. 604-314-3604 | everythingorganized.net

The Homecare galsTel. 604-787-9300 | homecaregals.com

new interiors: new-i 55 PlusTel. 604-326-0001 | newinteriors.com

seniorÕs edgeTel. 604-789-6609 | seniorsedge.ca

seniors next moveTel. 604-889-7706 | seniorsnextmove.ca

medical suPPlies &PHarmaciesWhatever your needs, Vancouver’smedical equipmentsuppliers anddedicated pharmacists canassist youwithquality service andahost of health care solutions. Checkout these community retailers, waiting to serve you.

medical eQuiPmenTacorn stairlifts canada ltd.206-2055 Pendrell St. Tel. 604-282-7500acornstairlifts.ca

clinical sleep solutions103-805West Broadway Tel. 604-875-1440clinicalsleep.com

lancaster medical supplies& Prescriptions601West Broadway Tel. 604-873-8585

life supply2136 East Hastings St. Tel. 604-336-0622lifesupply.com

macdonaldÕs Home Health careMultiple locations (Store no. 2)746West Broadway | macdonaldsrx.com

orca Healthcare1591West 6th Ave. Tel. 1-888-761-9451orcahealthcare.com

selfcare Home Health Products43West 6th Ave. Tel. 604-872-5800selfcarehome.com

shoppers Home Health care202-370 East Broadway Tel. 604-876-41862790 Oak St. Tel. 604-739-4645shoppershomehealthcare.ca

PHarmaciesKerrisdale Pharmacy &medical supplies5591West Boulevard Tel. 604-261-0311kerrisdalepharmacy.com

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laurel Prescriptions102-888West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-695-1156laurelprescriptions.com

london drugslondondrugs.com or healthy heart clinics atlondondrugs.com/healthyheart

macdonald's Prescriptions #3 Kitsilano2188West Broadway Tel. 604-738-0733macdonaldsprescriptions.ca

marks Pharmacy3750 Oak St. Tel. 604-731-8535markspharmacy.ca

medical centre Pharmacy1175 Denman St. Tel. 604-682-4321medicalpharmacies.com

Pacific Prescriptions &medical supplies102-2607 East 49th Ave. Tel. 604-431-5538

regency PrescriptionsMultiple locations (Kitsilano location)1-1530West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-695-1665regencyrx.com

regency PrescriptionsMultiple locations (West Side location)130-809West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-266-5355regencyrx.com

robinÕs Pharmacy908 Commercial Dr. Tel. 604-876-3784

shoppers drug mart (east van medical)1750 East 10th Ave. Tel. 604-873-1677shoppersdrugmart.ca

shoppers drug mart (West side medical)1780West Broadway Tel. 604-736-6006shoppersdrugmart.ca

West 10th medical Pharmacy ltd.4307West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-222-2028ida.west10thmedicalpharmacy.ca

communiTy cenTresand seniors FiTnessLive a long, healthy life by participating in fitnessopportunities of all types, geared fro your lifestylesand fitness level. Go on, take a hike!

vancouver ParK BoardcommuniTy cenTresSpecial seniors rates apply for 65+.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture

Britannia community services centre1661 napier St. Tel. 604-718-5800

champlain Heights community centre3350Maquinna Dr. Tel. 604-718-6575

coal Harbour community centre480 Broughton St. Tel. 604-718-8222

creekside community recreation centre1 Athlete’s Way Tel. 604-257-3050

douglas Park community centre801West 22nd Ave. Tel. 604-257-8130

dunbar community centre4747 Dunbar St. Tel. 604-222-6060

False creek community centre1318 Cartwright St. Tel. 604-257-8195

Hastings community centre3096 East Hastings St. Tel. 604-718-6222

Hillcrest centre4575 Clancy LorangerWay Tel. 604-257-8680

Kensington community centre5175 Dumfries St. Tel. 604-718-6200

Kerrisdale community centre5851West Boulevard Tel. 604-257-8100

Killarney community centre6260 Killarney St. Tel. 604-718-8200

Kitsilano War memorial community centre2690 Larch St. Tel. 604-257-6976

marpole-oakridge community centre990West 59th Ave. Tel. 604-257-8180

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your ultimateto do listDavidicus Wong, M.D.

Life is ironic.We spend at least 12 years of our youth in

school, attending to lessons so that we canavoid mistakes on our tests. Then in the restof our lives, the tests come first, we makemistakes and learn from them.As children, our parents seem to change

more than we do. When we are youngchildren, our parents are cool and knoweverything. When we become teenagers, theyare totally uncool and know nothing. Whenwe become adults, they may not be cool butthey’ve become wise.When we are young, we have the energy

and time to travel around the world andaccomplish the things we’ve always wantedto do but not enough money. When we areparents, we have a little less energy and alittle more money, but not enough time. Andwhen we are old with enough money savedand plenty of time, we may no longer beable to travel (or afford the medical travelinsurance).

When we are young, we have a list ofambitions – the things we wish to achievein life. As we go about our lives, raise ourfamilies, juggle our relationships and attendto our work, we accumulate an ever growingto do list.With age comes discernment. We learn

what matters most and what deserves ourattention. Though the list we bring to ourdoctors grows longer, our most important todo list is shorter.What should be on your Ultimate To Do List

in the senior years?Express your positive feelings. The greatest

tragedy in life is that most of us die notknowing how we touched the lives of othersand howmuch we were loved. Don’t missan opportunity to express your love andgratitude to the most important people inyour life.Let go of everything that holds you back

from being at peace with yourself and yourlife. This may mean letting go of the past,forgiving others and forgiving yourself.Make clear decisions about what kind of

medical care you would want if you couldn’tmake decisions for yourself in the future. Thismay include the decision not to have CPR orlife support. Discuss this with your loved onesand your family doctor.Ensure that you have all the medical

information that doctors would need in caseyou required urgent or emergency care. Thiswould include your list of medications and aone-page summary of your medical history(allergies, family history, chronic conditions,operations and significant past illnesses).If there’s one thing you’ve always wanted to

do, why haven’t you done it yet?

Dr. Davidicus Wong is a family physician. Formore on achieving your positive potential atevery age: davidicuswong.wordpress.com.

“With age comes discernment.We learnwhatmattersmost...”

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mount Pleasant community centre1 Kingsway Tel. 604-257-3080

renfrew Park community centreE. 22nd at Renfrew St. Tel. 604-257-8388

The roundhouse181 RoundhouseMews Tel. 604-713-1800

sunset community centre6810Main St. Tel. 604-718-6505

Thunderbird community centre2311 Cassiar St. Tel. 604-713-1818

Trout lake community centre2230 Victoria Dr. Tel. 604-257-6955

West end community centre870 Denman St. Tel. 604-257-8333

West Point grey community centre4397West 2nd Ave. Tel. 604-257-8140

FiTness resources / locaTions

active choicesPhysical Activity Coaching Tel. 604-566-1492email: [email protected]

Bc seniors games societyTel. victoria 1-778-426-2940bcseniorsgames.org

love your agePersonal & Group Fitness Tel. 604-230-1726loveyourage.ca

move for life! dvdMove for Life! can be downloaded from theSeniorsBC website.seniorsbc.ca/activeaging/physical/move_for_life.html

osTeoFiTProgram for fitness and healthy bonesAvailable at many centres in Vancouverosteofit.org/find_a_class.htm

Physical activity line (Pal)Get practical and trusted physical activity andhealthy living information to improve your healththrough tailored physical activity.Tel. Toll free 1-877-725-1149physicalactivityline.com

Transfigure Personal Fitness TrainingFit-over-50 program for active seniors.555West 8th Ave. Tel. 778-892-2533transfigure.ca/services/fit-over-50

ymca of greater vancouver, langaraSpecialty fitness and aquatic programs for olderadults.282West 49th Ave. Tel. 604-324-9622vanymca.org/centres/langara

acTiviTy cenTres &educaTional PursuiTsFor social outings,making friends and playing games(formental acuity and for fun), Vancouver’s activitycentres provide venues open to seniors of all walks oflife. Plus, life-long learning options.

acTiviTy cenTres/cluBs411 seniors centre society704-333 Terminal Ave. Tel. 604-684-8171411seniors.bc.ca

a.s.K. Friendship centre601 East 59th Ave. Tel. 604-263-7333askcentre.ca

canadian alliance of British Pensioners816-402West Pender St. Tel. 604-683-3445britishpensions.com

chown adult day centre594 East 15th Ave. Tel. 604-879-0947adultdaycentres.org/chown

Jewish seniors alliance - vancouver949West 49th Ave. Tel. 604-267-1555jsalliance.org

Kitsilano neighbourhood HouseSeniors Resource Centre - 2425 Vine St.Tel. 604-732-7773 | kitshouse.org

lions den adult day centre770 Commercial Dr. Tel. 604-251-9024seniors.vcn.bc.ca/ldwelcome

mennonite senior citizens society of Bc1750 East 41st Ave. Tel. 604-325-1919

mount Pleasant neighbourhood House800 East Broadway Tel. 604-879-8208

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multicultural Helping House society4812 Fraser St. Tel. 604-879-3277helpinghouse.ca

oakridge seniorsÕ centre513-650West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-263-1833oakridgeseniors.com

renfrew collingwood seniors society2970 East 22nd Ave. Tel. 604-430-1441rencollseniors.ca

The seniors HubSoutheast Vancouver area.Tel. 604-324-6212, ext. 109theseniorshub.org

south granville seniors centre1440West 12th Ave. Tel. 604-732-0812southgranvilleseniors.ca

south vancouver neighbourhood HouseAdult Day Centre – 3076 East 49th Ave.Tel. 604-430-6373southvan.org/seniors/svnh-adult-day-centres

vancouver second mile society509 East Hastings St.Tel. 604-254-2194 | vsms.ca

West end seniors networkBarclay Manor – 1447 Barclay St.Tel. 604-669-5051 | wesn.ca

West end seniors networkInformation & Referral – 118-1030 Denman St.Tel. 604-669-7339wesn.ca/information-referral

educaTion / Trainingactive aging symposiumseniorsbc.ca/activeaging/symposium

adult 55+ educationSome B.C. post-secondary institutions offerreduced or free tuition to seniors.aved.gov.bc.ca/adultlearning/welcome.htm

english language TrainingFree English language training for adultnewcomers to B.C. (immigrants and refugees).welcomebc.ca/wbc/immigration/settle/learn/elsa

new Horizons for seniors(federal grant program)hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/community_partnerships/seniors/index.shtml

volunteer BcTel. 604-873-5877 | volunteerbc.bc.ca

TransPorTaTion /Travel & leisureTransPorTaTion HelPersdriving - older driversÕ Workshops(Bcaa road safety Foundation)incl. LivingWell, DrivingWell workshopsTel. (Toll free): 1-877-247-5551bcaaroadsafety.com

driving miss daisyTel. 778-229-3468: east van

604-723-7247: vancouver south604-290-8874: vancouver downtown &Westside

drivingmissdaisy.com

handydarT custom Transit - TranslinkTel. 604-575-6600Transit Seniors Fare DiscountTel. 604-953-3333 | translink.ca

seniorsÕ vehicle insurance discounts (icBc)Tel. 604-661-2800icbc.com/autoplan/costs/save-money/senior-discount

Taxi saver Program (Translink)Tel. 778-452-2860 | translink.ca

veteran specialty licence Platesicbc.com/registration-licensing/specialty-platesOR British Columbia Veterans CommemorativeAssociationTel. 604-876-2838 | bcveterans.org

Travel & leisure resourcesBc FerriesSpecial seniors rates apply.Tel. 1-888-Bc-Ferry (1-888-223-3779)

ladies on the go Travel clubGreat for all ages.Tel. 604-659-4176 | ladiesonthego.ca/tours

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north south Travel3702West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-736-7447northsouthtravel.com

rocky mountaineer railtours101-369 Terminal Ave. Tel. 604-606-7245rockymountaineer.com

senior Tours canada160-1333West Broadway Tel. 604-647-0100seniortours.ca

Travel assistance Program(for medical travel)Tel. (Toll free): 1-800-661-2668health.gov.bc.ca/tapbc

seniors-Friendly enTerTainmenTarts club TheatreTheatres on Granville and Granville Island.Tel. 604-687-1644 | artsclub.com

Kingsgate mallHosts seniors-specific events throughout the year.370 East Broadway Tel. 604-879-0144kingsgatemall.com

Pal Performing arts lodges3rd Floor, 581 Cardero St. Tel. 604-255-4312palvancouver.org

senior singles dating siteFind amate at any age.50plus-club.ca/dating/Canada

vancouver Public libraryBook Clubs and Internet fun for seniors.Tel. 604-718-5800 (Brittania branch)vpl.ca/calendar/index.php

vancouver symphony orchestraTea & Trumpets Series.Tel. 604-876-3434vancouversymphony.ca/series/13TAT

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