News & Events

Real stories. Recent updates.

From donor milestones and program impact to community events and heartfelt stories, this is where we share the moments that matter most. Explore the lives you've touched, the care you've supported, and the progress you’ve made possible.

Adult Day Programs support seniors and their caregivers

Eldercare helps seniors to age in place through supporting special in-home equipment to help seniors continue living independently, respite care, and community programs like Adult Day Programs (ADP). ADPs provides

Long-term Care

Minimizing loneliness: how your donations help the work of recreation therapists

Staff like Jenna Buckham, a recreation therapist at Aberdeen long-term care, provide a holistic approach to care, looking after residents’ social, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. “Our goal is

Aging in Place

Supporting seniors and their caregivers in Cowichan

Through Eldercare’s partnership with Cowichan Family Caregivers Support Society and Our Cowichan Communities Health Network your support is helping to provide robotic companion pets in the Cowichan Valley. Backed by

Long-term Care

“When I’m on the bike I don’t feel any pain”

Thanks to generous donors, Eldercare recently purchased eight adaptive bikes for several local long-term care facilities. The Med Up bike is designed for people with physical limitations and mobility issues,

Aging in Place

First recipient of the Eldercare-funded wound VAC gets a new lease on life

A new wound VAC (vacuum-assisted closure) device funded by Eldercare Foundation will make it easier for Saanich residents to transition home from hospital. Wound VAC therapy offers several benefits for wound healing,

Public education in action: Eldercare co-hosts expert panel

There was a full house at Eldercare’s recent panel discussion on Healthy Aging with Cancer hosted in partnership UBC’s School of Nursing and BC Cancer. More than 60 people turned

Long-term Care

Impromptu bedside performance sparks joyful memories

A resident at Aberdeen care home received a special bedside performance over the Christmas holidays. Young dancers from the Maple Leaf School of Russian Ballet performed scenes from the Nutcracker

Eldercare contributes to inaugural Distinguished Scholar in Seniors Care

We are pleased to announce our joint support for critical research that aims to improve quality of life for older adults everywhere. Together with the Conconi Family Foundation, Providence Living,

Impacts

Legion gift helps restore happiness and quality of life

Eldercare would like to thank the members of the Royal Canadian Legion – #7 Britannia Branch (RCL #7) for their generous gift, a portion of which went towards the purchase

Register for Yakimovich Wellness Centre

Free workshops on health, wellness, and caregiving for seniors and families. Topics include chronic condition management, caregiver support, and community resources. Open to all, held in-person and virtually.

Donor Newsletter

Your contributions at works

Cornerstone is Eldercare’s quarterly print newsletter showcasing the powerful impact donors have on the people we serve. See how your generosity is helping seniors live safer, more connected lives.

Annual Report

Transparency, progress, and stories of impact

Each year, we publish a report that captures the outcomes made possible by your support. From program milestones to financials, the report offers insight into how we operate, grow, and respond to emerging needs across Vancouver Island.