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Tag: Seniors

Navigating Noisy Environments: Strategies for Better Hearing with Modern Hearing Aids

Wire Service on April 1, 2024

Kim Galick, Registered Hearing Instrument Specialist and owner of Ears Hearing Clinic in Langley.

Langley hearing expert shares communication tips to overcome signal-to-noise ratio loss

Enjoy a virtual tour of Campbell River’s premiere retirement community

Wire Service on March 25, 2024

Join the <a href="https://www.berwickretirement.com/bcr/booking/" target="_blank">Berwick by the Sea waitlist</a> today. - Photo courtesy of Berwick by the Sea.

What’s included? How long is the wait? This and more from Berwick by the Sea!

Q and A with Creston audiologist, Hannah Lee!

Wire Service on March 25, 2024

Hannah Lee​​​, M.Sc., R.Aud. Clinical Director.

What to expect on your journey to better hearing

New beginnings blossom at The Hawthorn at Elim Village

Wire Service on March 25, 2024

Anne sitting in the foyer of The Hawthorn, surrounded by the things she loves most—flowers!

How one Hawthorn couple found balance in retirement

Alternative investments can pave the way to a stable future

Wire Service on March 18, 2024

Alitis portfolio manager, Harrison Brown (left) with Autograph president, Henry Edgar (right) in the lobby of Mercury Block, one of Alitis’s multi-family dwellings in Alberta.

Non-traditional investments provide a ‘safe harbour’ in an unpredictable market

HearingLife, formerly NexGen Hearing Chilliwack, hosts 2-week event

Wire Service on March 11, 2024

The team at HearingLife Chilliwack clinic (formerly NexGen Hearing) hosts a free, two-week Ear Wax Removal and Hearing Check event March 18 to 29. Photo courtesy of Hearing Life Canada.

Free ear wax removal and hearing check March 18 to 29, 2024

Using a remote microphone to improve hearing aid performance

Wire Service on March 11, 2024

Hanan Merrill (left) offers free hearing aid ‘test drives’ at Nanaimo Hearing Clinic.

A small moment of social awkwardness can make a big difference when conversing with loved ones

When it comes to moving to an independent living community, planning ahead is key

Wire Service on February 26, 2024

After enjoying a tour, potential residents have the option to spend a couple nights in a guest suite to get a real feel for life at Berwick!

Take a tour, stay for a couple nights and join the waitlist for Berwick by the Sea!

New resident of this retirement community shares strong ties with Elim Village’s roots

Wire Service on February 26, 2024

“It’s easy for me to be part of a community in The Hawthorn,” shares Wilma (right).

Moving before you need to, is a wise strategy to maintain independence

I hear fine, just not my spouse! Nanaimo hearing specialist explains why

Wire Service on February 19, 2024

Shelagh Merrill, co-owner of Nanaimo Hearing Clinic. Call <tcxspan tcxhref="tel:2505854100" title="Call 250-585-4100 with 3CX Click to Call">250-585-4100</tcxspan> or get in touch online at nanaimohearingclinic.com/contact to make an appointment. © 2022 HA Photography

High frequency hearing loss makes sounds muffled — you can still hear, but it’s harder to understand

The art of enriching senior living

Wire Service on February 12, 2024

For the artistic activities, a group of painters and knitters meet weekly, their artworks culminating in an end of year Christmas art market, with all proceeds going to charities. Photo courtesy of Origin at Longwood.
From fitness exercises tailored for all levels, including residents in wheelchairs, to social events like weekly live entertainment and monthly birthday celebrations, the range of activities are both broad and inclusive. Photo courtesy of Origin at Longwood.

Nanaimo seniors’ residence tailors holistic activities to every community member

From adventures to artistic pursuits, Campbell River seniors pursue passions in retirement

Wire Service on February 5, 2024

Berwick by the Sea proudly presented the Campbell River Food Bank with a cheque for over $6,000 this January.

Programs, activities and events are designed to cultivate mind, body and soul

New-to-Chilliwack senior finds community and connection at The Hawthorn

Wire Service on January 29, 2024

Andrew delights in his daily lunch, freshly prepared each day at The Hawthorn’s Alpine Bistro.

For many residents, The Hawthorn is a beacon of hope after loss and loneliness

QA: How to help your hearing aids work better and last longer

Wire Service on January 29, 2024

From left, Hanan Merrill, Shelagh Merrill, Renae Barr and Rhian from Nanaimo Hearing Clinic.

Home cleaning to maintenance, Nanaimo hearing professional shares what you need to know

Getting the most from your hearing aids today … and tomorrow

Wire Service on January 22, 2024

Kim Galick at Ears Hearing in Langley.

Hearing aids are the first step. Care and maintenance will keep you tuned in for the long term

Campbell River chef shares her passion for food and family

Wire Service on January 22, 2024

(Left) Executive Chef Stephanie Martinolich and (Right) a look at some of the mouth-watering entrées available at Berwick by the Sea.

A behind-the-scenes chat with Stephanie Martinolich, Berwick by the Sea’s executive chef

Saanich chef cooks up innovative ideas to keep the menu fresh

Wire Service on January 22, 2024

Some mouth-watering examples of what lucky residents enjoy each day!

A behind-the-scenes chat with Berwick House Executive Chef Ken Waterman

Discover the keys to healthy aging at Chartwell

Wire Service on January 5, 2024

Chartwell offers a wide variety of active living classes for seniors to enjoy

Visit our Open House in January to explore the lifestyle!

Hearing health is health: Kick off 2024 by prioritizing healthy aging

Wire Service on January 1, 2024

Jeff Campbell, Owner of Ears to You, with one of his mobile hearing clinic vans that offer mobile hearing care all across the Island from Port Hardy to Victoria.

How healthy aging can help support Canada’s growing health care crisis

New year, new you, new opportunities await at Berwick

Wire Service on January 1, 2024

Busy Berwick residents are always on the go! From learn-to-paint classes, to zip lining and beer tasting.

Berwick residents put the ‘active’ in ‘active aging’ this January

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