WildPlay Nanaimo and Victoria are offering guests a bold spring promotion: Get a percentage off all activities equal to your age. (Yes—65 years old means 65% off!) From April 1 to May 30, rediscover outdoor play with ziplines, obstacle courses, and heart-pounding fun designed for all ages. Never been to WildPlay? Now is the perfect time to try! Book or visit in April or May to be entered to win a WildPlay prize pack. Bring your ID, show your age, and prove that adventure doesn’t retire! Book today on our website or call 1-855-595-2251.
Community News
Dental Coverage for All Canadians!
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is designed to ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care. It will be available to all qualified Canadian residents as early as June 2025. Be sure to register when your age bracket opens. May 1: 55 to 64, May 15: 18 to 34, and May 29: 35 to 54. Services may be covered to almost 100% at clinics accepting the plan. Services that could be covered include preventive services, including scaling (cleaning), polish, fluoride as well as diagnostic services, restorative services, endodontic services, dentures and more. We accept the CDCP for teeth cleanings. Contact us today!
Take Charge of Your Wellness
Your health and wellness are your most precious assets. Many people accept that growing older means that our health declines and we are not able to do many of the things that we enjoyed when we were younger. It doesn’t have to be this way. Take charge of your wellness and explore the many different ways that you can achieve and maintain both physical and spiritual wellness. The many options include: *meditation, *maintaining mobility by staying active, *a healthy diet, *keep being curious, *massage, *spiritual guidance and *a positive attitude. I can help you Stay on Track.
Tuning Fork Energetic Reset
A Sonic Meridian Flow in Biofield Tuning is a gentle yet powerful technique. It uses the vibration of tuning forks on the body to trace and clear the body’s meridian pathways, helping to release stagnant energy and restore energetic flow. By applying sound through these forks, it supports nervous system regulation, emotional release, and a sense of balance and coherence. This process acts like an energetic reset, flushing out blockages and leaving clients feeling lighter, calmer, and more grounded.
Aging Well Expo – May 28, 2025
The Volunteer Cowichan Aging Well Expo which will take place in the Cowichan Community Centre in Duncan on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 from 10 am – 3 pm. The Expo is open to the public with FREE admission. Whether you are an older adult, a young adult, a caregiver, or someone interested in learning more about the healthy aging resources available in the community, you are encouraged to attend this exciting event. The Expo features presentations, activities, door prizes and over 40 exhibitors, with information about health, financial, legal, and physical-care services and products available in the Cowichan Valley.
May is Better Speech & Hearing Month!
Did you know that the entire month of May is dedicated to Better Speech and Hearing? During May, the hearing care industry makes a special effort to educate the public about hearing loss. Helen Keller once said that of all her sensory deprivations, she most missed her ability to hear. She noted that while blindness kept her separate from things, hearing loss separated her from people. Hearing impairment not only affects your ability to understand speech, but it also has a negative impact on your social and emotional well-being, as you struggle to carry on meaningful conversations and avoid activities.
Never Throw Out a Will!
Did you know that the executor of an estate may have responsibilities that extend long after probate is closed? Cemetery plots purchased by a deceased loved one remain the property of their estate and it is the executor who decides who may go in the plot. Frequently families wish to bury an urn or two with the casket of a grandparent, but without that will it is a more difficult paperwork process. At Hatley Memorial Gardens we specialize in making that process as easy as possible. If you have family with us, consider locating that will and calling us today to see about assigning burial rights to additional family members.
Chocolate and Dentures
Chocolate is a sweet treat many look forward to that can be tricky for people who wear dentures. Sticky or hard chocolates might loosen dentures or cause discomfort. The good news is that there are plenty of denture-friendly options! Soft, melt-in-your-mouth chocolates or sugar-free varieties are much easier to enjoy without worry. Choosing dark chocolate with less sugar can also help keep your dentures clean. Just remember to give your dentures a good clean after indulging. With a few smart choices, denture wearers can still enjoy chocolate without missing out on this delicious treat.
Spring is a Season for Renewal
As flowers bloom and sunshine returns, spring reminds us that every season brings new opportunities for joy and connection. After a cozy winter indoors, it’s the perfect time to step outside, visit with neighbours, or simply enjoy the fresh air. At Home Instead, we know how powerful these little moments can be. Our compassionate Care Professionals are here to support seniors in embracing the season—whether it’s a walk in the park, help with spring cleaning, or sharing stories over a cup of tea. Let this season of renewal be a reminder: you’re never alone, and brighter days are ahead.
Creating Community Wellness Society
The Society delivers Wellness Sessions and Services in Victoria. Stay tuned for more information in the upcoming months. As a charity, we rely on grants, donations and partnerships to help us continue to deliver our valued Wellness Services. You are welcome to donate via our website. Donations over $20 will receive a charitable receipt via Canada Helps. We are taking this opportunity to thank all our patients, volunteers and community organizations who faithfully supported the Victoria Community Health Centre over the past three years. It is now closed. You can reach the society by phone, email: [email protected] or by visiting our website.
What Do I Do with my Crystal?
If your crystal gives you joy, keep it and use it every day! If you are not going to use it, pawn it off on a family member or give it to a thrift store that donates money to hospices, homeless shelters, or hospitals. It is more hassle than it is worth trying to sell it on your own. Very few people want it. There is so much out there; it seems everyone’s mother had a large collection of crystal, mostly pinwheel. There may be some value in Waterford crystal, so do get an expert’s opinion before disposal.
