Seniors Directory 2015

VANCOUVER 2015

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“It was Peter Rabbit that taught me to love good books.” Few things in life are more rewarding than a thirst for knowledge. At Tapestry Retirement Communities, we provide you with exciting opportunities to continue learning and stimulate your imagination. Whether it’s attending our seminars and classes or discovering new hobbies, Tapestry off ers the encouragement and support you need to help keep you sharp. Call us today and see what kind of individualized programs we can off er you.

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W E l C O m EA wise person once told me that there’s no point in complaining about aging. “Just do it well and gracefully,” they said.

Wise words indeed. The seniors I’ve observed who are the most graceful, and doing well, are often the ones who looked into the future, planned and were always thoughtful about their next move. They were also very aware of the services and opportunities available to them.

That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you become aware of the services and opportunities 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 to your very specific needs.

We hope it helps. A city depends on its elders for balance, perspective and guidance. 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 exclusive property of Vancouver Courier/ Glacier Media Inc. Copyright 2015.

Publisher: Dee Dhaliwal | Director of Sales: Tara Lalanne | News Media Features Manager: Ellyn Schriber Writers: 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

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Office of new seniors advocate to open march 31Sandra Thomas | [email protected]

One of the biggest stories of interest to seniors last year had to be the appointment of a dedicated advocate by the provincial government in March 2014.

The new appointment was made under the Seniors Advocate Act of B.C., proclaimed law in February 2013, as part of the provincial government’s Seniors Action Plan. Sending a strong message to seniors across the province, newly appointed advocate Isobel Mackenzie wasted no time in creating a working document entitled The Journey Begins: Together we can do better, a 16-page report she hopes will improve life for older adults in B.C. It’s the first such appointment in Canada.

Under the act, Mackenzie can advocate on behalf of seniors on issues such as health and personal care, transportation, housing and income supports. To that end, Mackenzie’s office will monitor services to seniors, provide information and referrals, analyze systemic issues related to health and provide recommendations to governments and service providers. Mackenzie is scheduled to begin work in her new Victoria-based office March 31.

The executive director of the South Granville Seniors Centre is hopeful the advocate will benefit B.C.’s growing elderly population.

“Support for seniors is getting smaller and smaller,” said Clemencia Gomez. “I hope this seniors advocate will help us get more funding 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 our seniors, their families and their caregivers,” Mackenzie said at a press conference following the announcement last year. “I have witnessed the profound desire of seniors to maintain their dignity and their independence. And on more than one occasion, I have been humbled by the reminder that seniors are individuals who have their own ideas about how they see themselves aging.”

Gomez hopes Mackenzie is aware of the vital role seniors centres play when it comes to helping older adults live healthy, dignified lives.

“Seniors centres are the preventative group,” said Gomez. “We’re the ones who help seniors stay healthy and independent through programs and lunches. The government should support seniors centres because they save them money.”

She added senior populations are rapidly growing in all communities and that need for support must be addressed.

“So the government should provide more funding,” said Gomez. “There have been cuts to so many programs like home support and community support.”

“Seniors centres are the preventative 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 Granville Senior's Centre.

Photo: Dan TouLGoET


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RETIREmENT lIVING RESIDENCES / ASSISTED lIVINGDownsizing? Wanting to have meals prepared, a safe environment to live in, and social activities to keep you young at heart? Many wonderful Vancouver residences 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)2803 West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-263-0921reveraliving.com/crofton

Granville Gardens1550 West 49th St. Tel. 604-563-3540granvillegardens.net – opening pending 2015

legacy Senior living611 West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-240-8550legacyseniorliving.com

PARC Retirement living450-1550 Alberni St. Tel. 604-408-5811parcliving.ca

Retirement Concepts Seniors Services ltd.1090 West Georgia St. Tel. 604-662-4969retirementconcepts.com

Revera Retirement livingHead office Tel. 1-888-549-5450reveraliving.com

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

Tapestry at the OÕKeefe-Arbutus Walk2799 Yew St. Tel. 604-736-1640discovertapestry.com

Tapestry at Wesbrook Village UBC3338 Wesbrook Mall Tel. 604-225-5000discovertapestry.com

Terraces on 7th (Retirement Concepts)1570 West 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 lodge1450 West 12th Ave. Tel. 604-731-3178chalmerslodge.ca

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

Columbus Residence704 West 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


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 Oaks2526 Waverley Ave. Tel. 604-324-6257baptisthousing.org

South Granville Park lodge1645 West 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 are many more long-term and assisted care facilities operated by Vancouver Coastal Health. Go to vch.ca for details.

GOVERNmENT PROGRAmS & SERVICESFor information about BC government programs and services, visit SeniorsBC.ca or call Service BC at 604-660-2421.

Acute, Home and Community Care ServicesTel. Toll free 8-1-1Deaf/hearing-impaired (TTy), toll free 7-1-1healthlinkbc.ca

Age-Friendly CommunitiesEmail: [email protected]/agefriendly

Alcohol and Aging: Know the Factsseniorsbc.ca/activeaging/alcohol

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

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

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BC Association of Community Response NetworksEmail: [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 more information.health.gov.bc.ca/hcc/csil.html

Community Services AgenciesTips on finding community organization information online.welcomebc.ca/wbc/immigration/enjoy/sports/community.page

Congratulatory messages�Office of ProtocolCongratulatory messages may be requested for a significant 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 RCMP detachment.

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, call VictimLink 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 hours a day, with no wait or busy signal, where you can speak to a trained volunteer specialist for support or 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 your phone 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 Insurance BC)Tel. 604-683-7151Or contact your local health authority for information 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 SupplementBC Ministry 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 HousingBC Housing 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 200-475 West Georgia St.Tel. 604-688-2204vancouverfoundation.ca

FINANCIAl PlANNERS / GOVERNmENT TAX INFORmATIONPlANNERS, ESTATE, lEGACy, REAl ESTATEBancorp Financial1090 West Georgia St. Tel. 604-609-7020bancorpfinancial.com

Caligiuri financial Group Inc.Franco Caligiuri, 200-1111 West Georgia St.Tel. 604-685-6525

Cindy David Financial GroupSuite 2100-925 West Georgia St.Tel. 604-659-8020cindydavid.ca

ClearWealth Advisors Inc.Glenn Ayrton, 1501-1111 West 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, 1200-1111 West Georgia St. Tel. 604-681-7185 ext. 1didfinancial.com

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

Financial Advisors Brokerage Group Inc.Randall Reynolds, 1638 West 1st Ave.Tel. 604-484-6224 | thefabgroup.com


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Sandra Thomas | [email protected]

According to a program coordinator with Vancouver Community College, the number of Baby Boomers and seniors continuing their education is growing.

“Some people are committed to lifelong learning,” said Jennifer Gossen, “but others are taking courses to keep their skills current within the industry they work.”

Gossen said while there are still many seniors pursuing hobbies, such as photography, how to use a computer or cooking, others are enrolled in programs such as graphic design and technical writing or taking management and leadership courses as a way to stay current.

“Many older adults attending courses today are still working,” said Gossen. “That’s the difference I’m seeing.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Roger Wong, clinical professor of geriatric medicine at the University of B.C., said continued learning is a great 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 maintain balance and for brain health,” said Wong. “It’s a way to increase the health of blood vessels to reduce the risk of stroke.”

Wong added continued learning is an activity that can improve a senior’s quality of life.

“As for the health benefits, as far as medical research goes there is no concrete evidence, but there is evidence the absence of continued learning can affect your quality of life,” said Wong, who served as president of the Canadian Geriatrics Society from 2011 to 2013.

Wong added it’s not just the act of learning that’s beneficial, but also the socialization that goes along with it.

“It gives seniors a sense of community and motivation to get out of the house,” said Wong. “It helps them stay connected.”

The Vancouver School Board’s Continuing Education program was recently integrated with Langara College. Visit langara.bc.ca/continuing-studies. Meanwhile Simon Fraser University offers courses for adults aged 55 and older through its continuing education program. Visit sfu.ca/continuing-studies. The University of B.C. offers Elder Scholar courses designed to meet the needs of retired and semi-retired adults, but are open to all older learners. Course formats include lectures, seminars, study groups and walking tours.

Additional learning opportunities for seniors include One Day @ UBC offered Saturdays at the UBC Point Grey campus. These single-day courses provide easy and affordable access to top experts in their field – and the small class size ensures ample opportunities for discussion. As well, for more than 30 years, UBC Continuing Studies has offered the Ageless Pursuits Summer Lecture Series, program featuring morning lectures on topics such as art, archaeology, literature, political science and history. Special rates apply 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 exercise programs ... as a way to maintain

balance and for brain health.” DR. ROGER WOnG


Freedom 55 FinancialJoshua Simpson, 600-1508 West 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, 1055 West Georgia St.Tel. 604-257-7633 | peterwu.ca

RJ Evans and AssociatesRichard James Evans, 204-2065 West 4th Ave.Tel. 604-682-8393

Rogers Group Financial AdvisorsBrett Simpson, 5th floor, 1770 West 7th Ave.Tel. 604-732-6551 ext. 733rogersgroup.com

TFP Investment Counsel Corp.David Jones, 1401-675 West Hastings St.Tel. 604-687-5884 | investwell.ca

Thorne Insurance & Financial Michael 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 free 1-800-267-6999Taxpayer 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 free 1-800-255-4786servicecanada.gc.ca

Home Owner Grant for SeniorsCall your local property tax collector’s office or the Home 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 and making sure all the final touches are in place is the best way to avoid controversy, detail all probate issues, and ensure your loved ones and heirs are taken care of.

WIllS, TRUSTS & ESTATE PlANNING lAW FIRmSBell Alliance lawyers & Notaries PublicEstate Planning experts201-1367 West Broadway Tel. 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 llPMark Weintraub, senior estate and trust litigator900-885 West 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. Robinson700-686 West Broadway Tel. 604-874-0204

Westside Family lawMark G. Perry, Estate Litigation420-1367 West 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


ministry of JusticeAbout Wills 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 AND mEmORIAl SERVICESAmherst Funeral & Cremation Services Inc.1209-207 West 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.1096 West 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

Vancouver memorial Services and Cremation5505 Fraser St. Tel. 604-325-8251vancouvercrematorium.com

REGISTERED HEAlTH CHARITIES / POlITICAl REPÕSSeniors and their families benefit from the caring and knowledgeable people who run the provinces many charities. Contact your favourite one for assistance or to make a legacy donation. Plus, contacts for your ridings.

HEAlTH-RElATED NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONSAlS Society of British Columbia1233-13551 Commerce Pkwy, RichmondTel. 604-278-2257 | alsbc.ca

Alzheimer Society of B.C.300-828 West 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 & yukon895 West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-714-5550arthritis.ca/bc

BC Cancer Agency600 West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-877-6000bccancer.bc.ca

BC Cancer Foundation150-686 West Broadway Tel. 604-877-6040bccancerfoundation.com

BC Children's Hospital Foundation938 West 28th Ave. Tel. 604-875-2444bcchf.ca

Canadian Blood Services4750 Oak St. Tel. 1-888-236-6283blood.ca

Canadian Cancer Society, BC and yukon Division565 West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-872-4400cancer.ca


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Canadian Diabetes Association360-1385 West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-732-1331diabetes.ca

Heart and Stroke Foundation of B.C. and yukon1216 West Broadway Tel. 604-736-4088heartandstroke.bc.ca

Inspire Health Integrative Cancer Care200-1330 West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-734-7125inspirehealth.ca

multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada1103-4720 Kingsway, Burnaby Tel. 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 Foundation190-855 West 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: Andrew WilkinsonVancouver-West End: Spencer Chandra Herbert leg.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 run from acupuncturist to Zen healer, and all points in between. Choose proactive health to provide a lifetime of 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 for retirementStart now, says estate plannerSandra Thomas | [email protected]

Be honest. Raise your hands if you started planning 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 you finished school, travelled, raised a family and worked hard to make ends meet. But according to estate planning adviser Cindy David, no matter what your age, it’s still not too 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 start planning, but the sooner you get started, the fewer surprises you’ll have along the way.”

David said the typical Canadian uses their twenties to accumulate and (hopefully) pay off debt and their thirties to begin making more money and start a family. David added many Canadians in their forties simply keep their heads down and continue to work hard. That’s the time, David said, many ask, “now that I have some money, where should I put it?”

As for retirement planning, David said it’s typical to see clients about five years prior to their actual retirement. She noted with Vancouver’s high cost of real estate, even homeowners with no mortgage can’t count on any equity should they decide to sell and stay in the city.

“Maybe their home is 40 years old and they want to sell it and move into a condo with new appliances and some space,” said David. “In Vancouver, that’s more of a sideways move and they’re not going to see any equity.”

David added a good place to begin finding solid financial advice often starts at an individual’s bank and evolves to an estate planner.

Seniors should also plan for their future when it comes to their health, and again, it’s rarely too late to start. According to the provincial government’s website SeniorsBC.ca, many seniors wish they’d started planning earlier. Those who start planning now can be assured they’ve done their best today for tomorrow and have the tools to make the most of later life, maintain health and independence, have greater control over decisions, have a positive retirement and reduce or avoid costs for health care and other services.

As well, advance care planning should be considered, which includes thinking about and writing down wishes or instructions for future health care treatment in the event a senior becomes incapable of deciding for themselves. Advance care planning gives seniors a voice and family or friends the knowledge and tools they may need to make decisions on their behalf.

In Vancouver, the 411 Seniors Centre offers free counselling on everything from income tax to housing, health to legal advice. Visit 411seniors.bc.ca and seniorsBC.ca for more information.

“Advance care planning gives seniors a voice...and the knowledge and

tools they may need.”


Sound Idears Inc.650 West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-708-9780soundidears.com

Western Institute for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing2125 West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-736-7391widhh.com

DENTISTS / DENTURISTSAlex Hupka, Denturist8055 Anderson Rd, Richmond Tel. 604-279-9151 | bcdenturist.ca

Hastings Denture Clinic2609 East Hastings St. Tel. 604-255-9433

Kerrisdale Denture Clinic2152 West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-263-7478kerrisdaledenture clinic.com

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

lopareva Denture Clinic116 West Broadway Tel. 604-677-0061loparevadentureclinic.com

Victoria Drive Denture5477 Victoria Dr. Tel. 604-325-1914mydentures.ca

Dr. Vincent y yoshida1750 West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-874-1221dryoshida.com

OPTOmETRISTS / EyECAREArcher Bissonnette & Rea104-1668 West Broadway Tel. 604-733-1611 5757 Balsam St. Tel. 604-261-8151fyidoctors.com

Association of BC Optometrists610-2525 Willow St. Tel. 604-737-9907optometrists.bc.ca

Hakim Optical1408 Kingsway Tel. 604-630-20201088-1092 West Broadway Tel. 604-630-31262801 Main 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 & massage105-4338 Main St. Tel. 604-873-3717balanceam.com

Collingwood Physiotherapy and Wellness3419 Kingsway Tel. 604-569-3419collingwoodphysio.com

Foot Solutions2620 West Broadway Tel. 604-267-7463footsolutions.com/vancouver

Diamond Geriatrics Inc.288 West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-874-7764diamondgeriatrics.com

Greig Associates X-ray and Bone Density 219-650 West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-261-3177greigassociates.com

Kerrisdale Family Foot Clinic2309 West 41st Ave. Tel. 604-261-2611vancouverfootdoctor.com

lions laser & Skin Centre835 West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-875-4682skincarecentre.ca

South Granville Naturopathic Clinic ltd.214-3195 Granville St. Tel. 604-738-3858drlederman.com

Vancouver Naturopathic Clinic1308 West 8th Ave. Tel. 604-738-2111vancouvernaturopathic clinic.com

Vancouver Spine Care Centre102-1678 West Broadway Tel. 604-873-6029vancouverspinecarecentre.com


Vitality Traditional Chinese medicine3722 Oak St. Tel. 604-569-1773vitalitychinesemedicine.com

Westside Chiropractic & Associates1430 West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-738-2503westside-chiropractic.com

HEAlTHCARE ClINICS AND CENTRES (WI = indicates walk-in clinic on site)

Balance medical Centre Inc.1590 West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-569-0488 balancemedical.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 - 350-507 West Broadway Tel. 604-568-7229crwalkin.com

False Creek Healthcare555 West 8th Ave. Tel. 1-800-815-9338falsecreekhealthcare.com

Kerrisdale Station medical ClinicWI - 2077 West 42nd Ave. Tel. 604-261-9494kerrisdalemedical.com

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

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

Seymour Health Centre1530 West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-738-2151seymourhealth.ca

HEAlTHy FOOD DElIVERyBetter mealsAffordable meal delivery to Vancouver seniors.Tel. 604-299-1877 | bettermeals.ca

meals on Wheels Vancouver/RichmondHot meals delivered to your door. c/o Health & Home Care Society Tel. 604-732-7638 | carebc.ca

StongÕs Grocery 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, or companionship; home care providers give that extra touch that older seniors and those with health issues cherish.

HOmE SERVICES, mEDICAlAdvance Nursing Care114 West Broadway Tel. 604-563-5068

Evergreen Nursing Services ltd.3057 West 33rd Ave. Tel. 604-264-7959evergreennursing.ca

Home Instead Senior CareTel. 604-267-6742homeinstead.com

Independent Quality Home Care ltd.720-999 West Broadway Tel. 604-725-9014iqhomecare.com

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

Nurse Next DoorProfessional Home Care Services320-5511 West Boulevard Tel. 604-228-4357nursenextdoor.com

Free Dental ConsultationMK Pontic Cantilever Bridge

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

This is formed by a pontic (artificial tooth) attached to the crown on one side and supported by a metal loop embedded in the adjacent tooth by the use of composite bonding. Only one of the teeth adjacent to the gap needs to be prepared for the crown. The Cantilever Bridge with composite splint is conservative 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


Premier Homecare Services402-1788 West Broadway Tel. 604-636-1902premierhomecareservices.com

Pro Vita Care management2455 East Broadway Tel. 604-215-8461provita.ca

Retire at Home Services22-1089 West Broadway Tel. 604-322-4663retireathomevancouver.com

Senior Helpers Vancouver135-555 West 12th Ave. Tel. 604-568-7086seniorcarevancouver.ca/care-vancouver

Shylo Nursing & Home Healthcare410-1917 West 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 Services1400-1500 West 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’s medical equipment suppliers and dedicated pharmacists can assist you with quality service and a host of health care solutions. Check out these community retailers, waiting to serve you.

mEDICAl EQUIPmENTAcorn Stairlifts Canada ltd.206-2055 Pendrell St. Tel. 604-282-7500acornstairlifts.ca

Clinical Sleep Solutions103-805 West Broadway Tel. 604-875-1440clinicalsleep.com

lancaster medical Supplies & Prescriptions601 West Broadway Tel. 604-873-8585

life Supply2136 East Hastings St. Tel. 604-336-0622lifesupply.com

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

Orca Healthcare1591 West 6th Ave. Tel. 1-888-761-9451orcahealthcare.com

SelfCare Home Health Products43 West 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 Supplies5591 West Boulevard Tel. 604-261-0311kerrisdalepharmacy.com


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

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

macdonald's Prescriptions #3 Kitsilano2188 West 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) 1-1530 West 7th Ave. Tel. 604-695-1665regencyrx.com

Regency PrescriptionsMultiple locations (West Side location) 130-809 West 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)1780 West Broadway Tel. 604-736-6006shoppersdrugmart.ca

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

COmmUNITy CENTRES AND SENIORS FITNESSLive a long, healthy life by participating in fitness opportunities of all types, geared fro your lifestyles and fitness level. Go on, take a hike!

VANCOUVER PARK BOARD COmmUNITy CENTRESSpecial seniors rates apply for 65+.vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture

Britannia Community Services Centre1661 napier St. Tel. 604-718-5800

Champlain Heights Community Centre3350 Maquinna 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 Centre801 West 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 Loranger Way Tel. 604-257-8680

Kensington Community Centre5175 Dumfries St. Tel. 604-718-6200

Kerrisdale Community Centre5851 West 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 Centre990 West 59th Ave. Tel. 604-257-8180


your ultimate to 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 can avoid mistakes on our tests. Then in the rest of our lives, the tests come first, we make mistakes and learn from them.

As children, our parents seem to change more than we do. When we are young children, our parents are cool and know everything. When we become teenagers, they are totally uncool and know nothing. When we become adults, they may not be cool but they’ve become wise.

When we are young, we have the energy and time to travel around the world and accomplish the things we’ve always wanted to do but not enough money. When we are parents, we have a little less energy and a little more money, but not enough time. And when we are old with enough money saved and plenty of time, we may no longer be able to travel (or afford the medical travel insurance).

When we are young, we have a list of ambitions – the things we wish to achieve in life. As we go about our lives, raise our families, juggle our relationships and attend to our work, we accumulate an ever growing to do list.

With age comes discernment. We learn what matters most and what deserves our attention. Though the list we bring to our doctors grows longer, our most important to do 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 not knowing how we touched the lives of others and how much we were loved. Don’t miss an opportunity to express your love and gratitude to the most important people in your life.

Let go of everything that holds you back from being at peace with yourself and your life. 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’t make decisions for yourself in the future. This may include the decision not to have CPR or life support. Discuss this with your loved ones and your family doctor.

Ensure that you have all the medical information that doctors would need in case you required urgent or emergency care. This would include your list of medications and a one-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. For more on achieving your positive potential at

every age: davidicuswong.wordpress.com.

“With age comes discernment. We learn what matters most...”


mount Pleasant Community Centre1 Kingsway Tel. 604-257-3080

Renfrew Park Community CentreE. 22nd at Renfrew St. Tel. 604-257-8388

The Roundhouse181 Roundhouse Mews Tel. 604-713-1800

Sunset Community Centre6810 Main 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 Centre4397 West 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 the SeniorsBC website.seniorsbc.ca/activeaging/physical/move_for_life.html

OSTEOFIT Program for fitness and healthy bones Available at many centres in Vancouverosteofit.org/find_a_class.htm

Physical Activity line (PAl)Get practical and trusted physical activity and healthy living information to improve your health through tailored physical activity.Tel. Toll free 1-877-725-1149physicalactivityline.com

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

ymCA of Greater Vancouver, langaraSpecialty fitness and aquatic programs for older adults.282 West 49th Ave. Tel. 604-324-9622 vanymca.org/centres/langara

ACTIVITy CENTRES & EDUCATIONAl PURSUITSFor social outings, making friends and playing games (for mental acuity and for fun), Vancouver’s activity centres provide venues open to seniors of all walks of life. 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 Pensioners816-402 West Pender St. Tel. 604-683-3445britishpensions.com

Chown Adult Day Centre594 East 15th Ave. Tel. 604-879-0947adultdaycentres.org/chown

Jewish Seniors Alliance - Vancouver949 West 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 Centre513-650 West 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 Centre1440 West 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 offer reduced or free tuition to seniors.aved.gov.bc.ca/adultlearning/welcome.htm

English language TrainingFree English language training for adult newcomers 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. Living Well, Driving Well workshopsTel. (Toll free): 1-877-247-5551bcaaroadsafety.com

Driving miss DaisyTel. 778-229-3468: East Van

604-723-7247: Vancouver South 604-290-8874: 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 Commemorative AssociationTel. 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


North South Travel3702 West 10th Ave. Tel. 604-736-7447northsouthtravel.com

Rocky mountaineer Railtours101-369 Terminal Ave. Tel. 604-606-7245rockymountaineer.com

Senior Tours Canada160-1333 West 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 a mate 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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network, North America’s leader in funeral homes, we are able to offerunmatched services and benefits when it matters most.

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