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.

Eldercare Foundation commits $2 million to support two new long-term care homes

 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

Are you social media-savvy? What seniors need to know

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

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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

Long-Term Care enhancements bring beauty and function

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

New Yakimovich Wellness Centre seminar brings free support for caregivers

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

New activity technology fosters independence and storytelling

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

Sharing simple pleasures, together – thanks to new furniture from Eldercare Foundation

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,

Coastal Community Insurance Services shares donation to program for seniors in Duncan

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

Helping seniors and caregivers in the Saanich community

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

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

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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.

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.

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.