WildPlay Victoria and Nanaimo 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
I Hear You
Ensuring effective communication is crucial for valued relationships. Here are five reasons to prioritize a hearing test: 1. Enhanced intimacy and build trust through shared stories. 2. Create lasting memories by actively participating in social gatherings. 3. Improve happiness by avoiding frustration and anger caused by hearing difficulties. 4. Make moments count by eliminating the need for repeated conversations. 5. Demonstrate love by addressing hearing concerns and acknowledging others’ worries. Contact us today for a free consultation and hearing test to strengthen your connections.
Clean Eating Recipe
Healthy Detox Salad. Roast 3 cups cubed butternut squash with 1 tbsp olive oil, ¼ tsp turmeric, ¼ tsp cumin, salt, and pepper at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes, stirring halfway. Whisk ¼ cup grapeseed oil, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 minced shallot for dressing. Toss 1 bunch kale, 1 pint Brussels sprouts, roasted squash, and 1 oz. toasted pumpkin seeds. Drizzle with dressing, mix, then fold in 1 diced avocado.
Wellness Book Club
The Complete IBS Health and Diet Guide: Includes Nutrition Information, Meal Plans and Over 100 Recipes for Irritable Bowel Syndrome by Dr. Maitreyi Raman MD MSc FRCPC, Angela Sirounis BSc RD, Jennifer Shrubsole BSc RD. This comprehensive book provides all the current information on the disorder’s possible underlying causes as well as its symptoms, clinical features and effective treatments and therapies, including both complementary and non-drug therapies.
When it’s Not Just Aging
While it’s true that some health conditions are more common with age, there are some symptoms that should be discussed with your doctor. 1. Memory loss – this can sometimes be the result of medications, vitamin deficiencies, and some disorders. 2. Vision problems – getting treatment early for certain vision problems like glaucoma can prevent serious damage. 3. Tooth loss – getting regular dental care can help seniors avoid tooth loss. 4. Depression – certain health conditions and medications can make depression symptoms worse, but this problem can be treated professionally. 5. Weakness – a good exercise program can help prevent loss of muscle mass.
Brain Teaser Answers
1. FALSE; it’s linked to a longer life. 2. TRUE. 3. FALSE; it may make them more tired, but won’t ruin your eyesight.
April Brain Teasers
1. Working past age 65 is linked to a shorter life, a study found. TRUE or FALSE? 2. Sitting for more than three hours a day can cut two years off a person’s life expectancy. TRUE or FALSE? 3. Reading in dim light will harm your eyes. TRUE OR FALSE?
Business Profile: Earth’s Option
Earth’s Option is a family-owned mobile funeral business. The mobile nature of their business allows them to present options to you in the comfort of your own home. They supply all the same services as traditional funeral homes so you and your family can make decisions that are right for you. Green burials, their specialty, are available without the expense or the environmental impact associated with traditional burial or embalming. In their effort to promote the use of ecologically friendly products, they offer a complete range of green caskets, shrouds, and biodegradable urns in addition to all traditional products.
Profile: James Bay New Horizons Society
We provide accessible programs, services, and volunteer opportunities to our members and residents in general. Our goal is to help people maintain, improve, and develop new skills, interests, and social opportunities, and to enhance the quality of life of our members and visitors. Membership benefits include: *Participate in all programs, services, and special events, including games, painting, movies, music, fitness, and many more. *Borrow books, CDs, and movies at no cost. *Opportunity to become involved with volunteer work. *Meet new friends and more. Contact us today for more information!
Seasonal Allergies and Dentures
If you wear dentures and suffer from seasonal allergies, it can be tricky to manage allergies. Allergies can cause sinus discomfort, which might affect how your dentures feel. To stay comfortable, clean your dentures often to remove allergens like pollen and dust. If you’re using allergy medication, check if it affects your oral health. Avoid smoking, as it can make both allergies and dentures harder to deal with. Also, since allergies can cause dry mouth, drink plenty of water to keep your mouth moist and help your dentures fit better.
Senior Information Session – April 30, 2025
The Victoria Seniors Business Network (VSBN) is hosting a free session titled “Navigating Community-Based Resources for Seniors.” This event will occur on April 30th at St. Patrick’s Parish, located at 2060 Haultain Street in Victoria. The session will feature speakers including Chelsea Wozniak, Executive Director of Luther Court Community Health Centre; Carol Turnbull, Executive Director of Saanich Volunteers; and Anna MacKay, Outreach Services Coordinator for Oak Bay Volunteers. For more information, please call (778) 200-3387. You can register for the session on the website.
