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Is Your Entire Home Accessible?

Everyone wants to comfortably access all areas of their home; for those with mobility issues, this can be challenging. Home elevators are the ultimate solution to make all levels of a home accessible. A through-floor elevator is a great addition to an existing home. It consists of a self-contained carriage that moves along a rail system through an opening in the floor. These units come in models that will suit single-standing users, multiple-standing users, and wheelchair users. Contact us for a free, no-obligation assessment. 

These Orthotics are Meant for Walking

Walking is great for your health and wellness. Recent research supports that walking approximately 7,000 steps per day—a more attainable goal than the traditional 10,000 steps—can reduce the risk of premature all-cause mortality by over 50% compared to a sedentary lifestyle. For individuals looking to reach this daily step goal, orthotics can be a critical tool in enabling consistent movement by improving comfort and confidence. Orthotics also improve balance, can help prevent overuse injuries like shin splints and tendonitis and help with pain and fatigue. Could you benefit from orthotics? Book an assessment today!

Join WIN and Our Community of Care

This International Women’s Day, stand with Victoria Women In Need Community Cooperative (WIN) and help to foster gender equity, empowerment and safety. WIN is a community of care. Our resale shops, online store, and donations directly fund programs that support women, trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit people through crisis, change, and rebuilding. Together, we create a steady system of care rooted in dignity, choice and practical support that is guided by our program participants themselves. Please consider joining us by shopping, volunteering, donating items or gifting a monetary donation in support of WIN’s community programs. You can learn more on our website.

Chocolate Coconut Overnight Oats

Overnight oats are a no-cook oatmeal that you make by letting them rest overnight. Enjoy this decadent (but healthy) recipe! Ingredients: 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup (heaping) rolled oats, 2/3 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flax meal, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, Pinch of salt, 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup unsweetened flaked coconut. Instructions: Whisk together all ingredients in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Spoon into a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Close and refrigerate overnight.

Unlock Equity to Age in Place

Over 90 percent of Canadians aged 45 and older want to remain in their homes as they age, according to a recent HomeEquity Bank survey. To Age in Place, homes often need to be modified with features such as stair lifts and wider doorways. Caregivers may need to be hired to provide in-home support. The costs can really add up. Fortunately, as a homeowner, you can access the equity in your home to pay for these costs. A Reverse Mortgage is a simple and sensible way to unlock the value in your home to help you live life on your terms.

Plan for Your Retirement and Your Funeral

Did you know that even if you don’t require a funeral service, you will need the services of a funeral director? Planning your funeral package ahead of time is a smart financial move. It can be as low as $30.00 monthly with no money down. Pre-paying freezes costs at today’s rates, shielding you from inflation. Pre-planning lets you invest in peace of mind: your wishes are locked in, and your loved ones won’t face last-minute expenses. If tragedy strikes while making payments, your funeral package is fully insured. Contact us today to explore options that fit any budget.

March Trivia

.1.What food never spoils?
2.What percentage of the immune system is linked to the gut?
3.True or False? Eggs contain all 9 essential amino acids.

Did You Know?

About 60% of your brain is made of fat, which is why healthy fats (like omega-3s from fish, nuts, and seeds) are important for brain health.