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
Adult Day Programs are an important part of the senior care ecosystem. They bring older adults together, decreasing loneliness and isolation while offering stimulating activities for mind and body. For their caregivers, these programs offer a break to refresh and recharge. With all these benefits, it’s important to keep these
“Everyone has a life story worth sharing” says Wendy Margetts, a retired social worker and facilitator of the upcoming Finding the Wisdom in our Stories sessions at the Yakimovich Wellness Centre. Reflecting on experiences and gaining new insight into both your past and current life is what Finding the Wisdom
After 25 years in women’s health and ambulatory care, Qualicum Beach resident Kristen Magel has stepped into a new chapter of her nursing career – one she didn’t expect to love as much as she does. In 2023, Kristen transitioned from hands-on nursing into a leadership role as Clinical Nurse
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhJ9jtJergU&t=7s Hospital emergency departments can be overwhelming and frightening for seniors, especially those living with dementia, cognitive impairment, or sensory challenges. Bright lights, noise, and long waits often trigger confusion and agitation. This can contribute to delirium, increased risk of falls, and decline that can prevent seniors from returning home.
March is Music Therapy Awareness Month! We’re pleased to shine a spotlight on Leslie Pite, a certified music therapist who leads one-on-one and group sessions every Monday at Glengarry care home – a role made possible in part through the generosity of Eldercare donors. Leslie understands firsthand the power of
Eldercare is proud to be funding an innovative therapeutic intervention known as CRDL. This beautifully designed therapeutic instrument transforms human touch into sound—responding to handholding, gentle strokes, taps, or playful tickles by sensing the natural electrical currents that flow through our bodies. So far, the instrument has delivered extraordinary results
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
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
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 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
