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.

We’re hiring: Eldercare seeking a Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference for seniors on Vancouver Island? You might be a fit for our new Program Coordinator role at Eldercare

Investing in leaders who care

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

Eldercare puts comfort at the heart of emergency care for seniors

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

How your generosity creates moments of calm

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

When touch becomes music: creating connection at life’s most tender moments

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

Investing in care: Eldercare scholarships help to shape the future

Angela Morehouse is passionate about leading teams and empowering them to deliver the best possible care to patients. A registered nurse for more than 20 years, Angela currently serves as

Your kindness supports local seniors like Monty

Over the last few months, your generosity has helped us turn isolation into connection for seniors who need it most. One of the ways your support makes a difference is

Honouring the incomparable Liz Laugharne

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of one of the founders of Eldercare Foundation, Elizabeth “Liz” Laugharne, who died on November 26, 2025, at the remarkable

From toothpaste to cozy hoodies to talking watches

Resident-in-Need Fund brings dignity, comfort and familiarity to local seniors Each month, broken hearing aids, lost glasses, and empty PolyGrip tubes—seemingly simple inconveniences for most of us—become major life events

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.

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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.