The Senior Support North Vancouver Island (SSNVI) Board of Directors is recruiting for new members from Comox Valley and Campbell River.
Join us in 2026! We are seeking committed members who bring fresh ideas, strategic thinking, and a heart for service. As a Board member, you’ll help shape programs, strengthen partnerships, and help ensure seniors in the Comox Valley and Campbell River area receive the support they deserve.
If you’re ready to share your expertise and be part of a Board creating real change, we’d love to hear from you. Your efforts can help build a stronger future for our seniors. Connect with us at [email protected].
Community News
Volunteer With Seniors
Make a difference in your community. SSNVI is looking for volunteers in the Comox Valley and Campbell River. If you have a few hours a week to connect with local seniors, volunteer with us. Our team offers training with ongoing support and matches you with a senior on our waitlist. Now is the perfect time to join! To learn more call or email us. Comox Valley [email protected] and for Campbell River [email protected]
Caregiver Support Groups
SSNVI hosts a monthly opportunity for caregivers to meet in a friendly, supportive environment where they can interact with, receive, and give support to other caregivers. Currently, these groups are held in Comox.
Groups held: First Tuesday, and second Thursday of each month from 1-3pm.
If you are interested or want to learn more about our Caregiver Support groups, please contact the office by email [email protected] or by phone at 250-218-3011.
Oral Health & Your Heart
Oral health significantly impacts heart health due to the connection between gum disease and cardiovascular conditions. Poor oral hygiene can lead to gum inflammation, or periodontitis, caused by harmful bacteria. These bacteria can enter the bloodstream, triggering systemic inflammation and contributing to the formation of arterial plaques, a condition known as atherosclerosis. This increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. Gum disease is also linked to higher levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), an inflammatory marker associated with heart disease. Maintaining good oral hygiene through brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits is essential for protecting both oral and cardiovascular health.
February calls it LOVE…
…but love isn’t just an emotion. It is an intelligent quantum field we can consciously access and sustain.
When our inner landscape is crowded with unresolved fear, grief, confusion, or trauma, it becomes harder to hold the frequency of love consistently. These lower-density states distort the field. Clearing old imprints creates coherence. As space opens, love has room to grow into a lived state of being. Our sessions help identify and clear energetic distortions, allowing you to access, embody, and maintain the love field—within yourself, your relationships, and the wider collective.
Did You Know?
Love reduces stress hormones and boosts immune function. It’s literally good for your health.
Laughter is the Best Medicine
You know you are getting old when “friends with benefits” means having a pal who can drive at night.
Words to Live By
It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting. – Paulo Coelho
Words to Live By
“You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes every day – unless you’re too busy; then you should sit and meditate for an hour.” Zen Proverb
Words To Live By
“Love is letting go of fear. Where there is love there is no fear, attachment, judgement or jealousy.” – Keith Macpherson
Join Us!
The Senior Support North Vancouver Island (SSNVI) Board of Directors is recruiting for new members.
SSNVI provides seniors living in the Comox Valley and Campbell River area with practical and emotional support by dedicated, trained volunteers and staff. We have had an increase in programming and funding budget over the last two years and are searching for new Board members from both Comox Valley and Campbell River.
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community? Join our Board of Directors and help guide a growing non-profit dedicated to supporting healthy aging, independence, and connection.
We’re seeking committed leaders who bring fresh ideas, strategic thinking, and a heart for service. As a Board member, you’ll help shape programs, strengthen partnerships, and help ensure seniors receive the support they deserve. If you’re ready to share your expertise and be part of a team creating real change, we’d love to hear from you. Your efforts can assist in building a stronger future for our seniors.
2026 is going to be an exciting year at Senior Support North Vancouver Island. We would love for you to join us.
