What if you couldn’t bathe yourself? Imagine that, every morning, you could get dressed, feed yourself, enjoy a walk in the garden, and visit with friends. But when it came to bathing, you simply no longer had the strength or balance to manage on your own. It’s a reality that
For many years, Eldercare Foundation has brought joy and connection to seniors in long-term care with our summer ice cream days. These treats are so much more than a sweet break in the day – they bring people together, offer a chance to reminisce and build new memories, and bring
Island Health is building the facilities. Eldercare Foundation will make them feel like home. There simply aren’t enough long-term care spaces in British Columbia to meet the needs of our growing senior population. That’s why it’s welcome news that Island Health, in partnership with the Province of BC, is developing
Older adults are increasingly using all kinds of tech, but with the adoption of digital tools comes more opportunities to fall prey to scams and fraud. As a trusted consultant and technology teacher, Dave Basset, also known as “Compu Dave,” knows digital safety. “Most social media experiences are safe, but
September 30 is recognized across Canada as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On this day, settlers, newcomers and Indigenous people in Canada are called to a deeper understanding of this country’s history with Indigenous people and the long-lasting effects of the residential school system. Eldercare’s offices are located
What if… instead of drab hospital walls, your long-term care home was bursting with colour and lively imagery meant to stimulate the senses? Residents at both the Gorge Road Health Centre and The Summit in Victoria, BC have seen this come to life recently with the installation of new wall
As the population of Vancouver Island continues to get older, so does the number of people providing unpaid caregiving duties for aging parents, spouses and loved ones. Being a family caregiver can be incredibly rewarding, but, at times, it can also be stressful and challenging, leading to feelings of burnout.
Eldercare Foundation recently visited the Gorge Road Health Centre’s Arbutus View unit, and caught up with Maryl, her husband Don who is a resident there, and their daughter Meghan. Don was sitting at a large mobile board complete with a screen, buttons, levers and simple instructions. The board, called an
Gathering together to share a meal is a simple, time-honoured way to connect. Fostering this connection for residents at The Priory, a long-term care home in Langford, is now easier, thanks to Eldercare Foundation and our donors. Standard dining tables don’t take into account the unique needs of residents in
Thanks to a generous $500 donation from Coastal Community Insurance Services, the adult day programs at Waldon House in Duncan are a little bit closer to their goal of enhancing outdoor spaces to offer even more to their participants. Operated by Island Health, Waldon House provides a welcoming and engaging
What if you couldn’t bathe yourself? Imagine that, every morning, you could get dressed, feed yourself, enjoy a walk in the garden, and visit with friends. But when it came
For many years, Eldercare Foundation has brought joy and connection to seniors in long-term care with our summer ice cream days. These treats are so much more than a sweet
Island Health is building the facilities. Eldercare Foundation will make them feel like home. There simply aren’t enough long-term care spaces in British Columbia to meet the needs of our
Older adults are increasingly using all kinds of tech, but with the adoption of digital tools comes more opportunities to fall prey to scams and fraud. As a trusted consultant
