Most seniors want to stay in their own homes as long as possible. With the products and services available today, this is becoming much easier and safer. Stay at Home Elevating and Renovations is your one-stop shop! They have multiple solutions to offer depending on your specific needs. Solutions available include *Stairlifts, *Wheelchair lifts, *Custom Fabricated Hand Rails – Interior & Exterior, *Grab Bar Installations, *Widening of Doorways, *Wheelchair Ramps, *Wheel-in Showers, and *High Mount Toilet Installations. Stay at Home Elevating and Renovations’ core strength is their service and expertise in providing accessibility solutions!
Community News
Early Cancer Detection
ElevationMD is transforming healthcare in Sidney, Victoria, Oak Bay, and Saanich with a focus on early cancer detection and longevity. Inspired by personal loss to cancer, Scott Monette, BSc established ElevationMD with a team of physicians to offer cutting-edge screening tools like Aristotle blood test and AI-driven DNA sequencing. With plans starting at $199/month, patients gain access to a dedicated medical team, personal health navigator, and comprehensive annual physicals. Book a free meet-and-greet to invest in your health today.
Business Profile: Golden Guidance
At Golden Guidance, we understand that aging brings unique challenges and opportunities. Our dedicated senior companion services provide personalized support, making life easier, safer, and more enjoyable for seniors—and peace of mind for their families. Our services include: *Personalized Assistance, *Companionship & Social Engagement: social outings, activities, and friendly visits to combat loneliness and promote well-being, *Health & Safety Support: assistance with medication management, medical appointments, and home safety checks, *Family Coordination. We are dedicated to respecting our client’s independence and dignity while tailoring services to meet their individual needs and preferences. Contact us today for more information or to arrange a free consultation.
August Trivia
.1 What is the primary source of energy for the human body? 2. Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption in the body? 3. What is the most expensive spice in the world? 4. What is the fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth called?
August Trivia Answers
.1 Carbohydrates 2. Vitamin D 3. Saffron 4. Arachibutyrophobia
Did You Know?
Drinking a hot beverage on a hot day can actually help cool you down? When you drink something hot, your body produces sweat to regulate its temperature, and the evaporation of that sweat helps to cool you down.
Sound and Light Can Heal the Body
RAYD8® REGEN is Natural Frequency Rejuvenation Technology that uses light and sound frequencies to help your body relax and heal. Using simple display screens aligned together in a geometrical pattern, the cells of your body become recharged and revitalized, aiding your body’s natural recovery and increased vitality. It helps you achieve a deep meditative state, calming and relaxing you to increase the effectiveness of the healing process. Ideally Blissful has a RAYD8® REGEN Centre in Duncan. Come and experience this amazing technology firsthand and enjoy 50% off your first session.
Staying Nourished and Hydrated
Staying hydrated and eating well is vital for seniors during the summer. Older adults may not feel thirsty even when their bodies need fluids, increasing the risk of dehydration. Drinking water regularly, even without feeling thirsty, is essential. Include hydrating foods like watermelon, cucumbers, and oranges in daily meals. Avoid excessive caffeine and alcohol, which can dehydrate. Light, balanced meals rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins help maintain energy and digestion. Eating smaller, cooler meals more frequently can be more appealing in hot weather. Proper hydration and nutrition support overall health, energy levels, and temperature regulation in summer.
Hear Every Moment of Your Vacation
Vacations are filled with unforgettable sights, sounds, and experiences—from waves crashing on the shore to laughter around the campfire. To truly make the most of your getaway, don’t overlook your hearing health. If you wear hearing aids, ensure they’re clean, charged, and travel-ready. Pack extra batteries or a charger, and consider a waterproof case for added protection. If you’re noticing changes in your hearing, book a hearing check before you go. Clear hearing helps you stay connected, safe, and fully immersed—so you can savour every conversation, sound, and memory your travels bring.
Profile: Common Sense Orthotics
The Common Sense Orthotics team is proud to offer personalized care to support your mobility needs. This local pedorthic clinic was founded in 1992 by Bill Goers, and the current professional team of Canadian Certified Pedorthists are honoured to follow in his “footsteps”. As pedorthist they specialize in custom foot orthotics, compression stockings, and bracing. All patients are met with full attention, care, and a listening ear to determine the best treatment plan to make activity comfortable. Common Sense Orthotics is proud to fabricate their orthotics on-site, and allow for free adjustments to ensure ideal fit and comfort. Book your biomechanical assessment today!
Profile: Stay at Home Elevating Services
For many people, the challenge of staying in their own home begins with stairs that make it difficult to function on a day-to-day basis. Stay at Home Elevating and Renovations helps people stay at home by making those stairs “go away”. Installing functional solutions such as home elevators, stairlifts, platform lifts, ramps or a combination of the above assists our clients to stay in their home indefinitely. Our Renovations division can also create or modify a room to facilitate accessibility for clients with disabilities. Stay at Home Elevating and Renovation Services’ core strength is their service and their expertise providing accessibility solutions!
