Community News
Leave a Legacy

Come full circle with a gift that will have lasting impact for years to come! Many donors support Peace Arch Hospital Foundation with a legacy gift (a gift in their will) to show their appreciation for the care they or a loved one has received. Gifts like these are vital for enhancing community health by ensuring sustained support for healthcare services and initiatives beyond the present generate. If you are interested in learning more about legacy giving, or have already planned a Gift in Will, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact Selina Lai at 604.535.4520 or selina@pahfoundation.ca

Celebrate Ching Ming

As spring unfolds, it brings with it the Ching Ming festival, a revered time for honouring ancestors and reflecting on the cycle of life. This tradition, known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, connects us deeply with our cultural heritage, encouraging reverence and remembrance. At Bakerview Cemetery, we celebrate this connection by incorporating wellness activities, emphasizing the harmony between physical health and spiritual well-being. In the tranquil beauty of our grounds, we invite you to our Ching Ming Open House, a day dedicated to paying homage to those who have shaped us, through respect, remembrance, and wellness-oriented learning. Join us in this meaningful observance and community gathering.

Local Health Spotlight

Heel to Toe Footcare provides specialized footcare services by nurses trained in addressing various foot conditions. Our treatments are personalized, covering callus and corn treatment, hammer toes, bunion padding, thick fungal nail reduction, dry cracked heel treatment, and ingrown nail maintenance. Utilizing the Onyfix nail correction system, we offer comprehensive solutions. For patients with diabetes, neuropathy, or vascular issues, thorough assessments and education are provided to promote ongoing self-care. Our experienced nurses adhere to best practice standards for safety. Welcoming individuals of all ages, we accept select healthcare plans covering footcare. Trust us for professional footcare, empowering you with knowledge for optimal foot health.

Why Should I See a Chiropractor?

Although chiropractic care is most often thought to help with back pain, it can also be beneficial as an adjunct therapy for a variety of symptoms including, but not limited to, headaches, digestive issues, perinatal care and pediatrics. Chiropractic improves biomechanics of the spine and joints resulting in enhanced nervous system function and blood flow/circulation. Regular chiropractic care helps to strengthen and fortify the body and works to heal damage done by past injuries and illnesses, making it a worthwhile investment to your health. Come try out gentle soft tissue-based chiropractic care.

Financial Fitness

Emir and Carmela, aged 76 and 74, proud homeowners in South Surrey, faced mobility challenges threatening their cherished $970,000 home. Struggling with a $58,000 line of credit and $620 monthly payments, they couldn’t afford essential $95,000 renovations. A Reverse Mortgage offered a solution. They cleared their line of credit, accessing up to $407,500 tax-free cash. They used part for renovations, leaving $254,500 for future needs. With no monthly payments and interest applied only to what they used, they regained financial freedom. The Reverse Mortgage ensured they could comfortably stay in their beloved home, relieved of financial burdens.

Retirement: Happiness and Fulfillment

People are living longer and healthier lives than ever before. Being proactive in researching retirement living options offers many benefits. Such as improved overall well-being, autonomy, and the opportunity to choose an environment that aligns with your personal preferences and lifestyle.
Staying intellectually astute as you age, involves activities like regular exercise, lifelong learning, maintaining social connections, and a balanced diet. After all, your health and happiness are the foundation for a fulfilling life. Your retirement years should be teeming with activities that you love and bring you joy!

Thriving Through Independence

Embracing independent living offers a dynamic avenue to stay engaged and relish companionship. Recreation programs, carefully crafted through resident-staff collaboration, infuse daily life with vibrancy and camaraderie. From invigorating exercise regimes to creative endeavors, there’s something for everyone. These activities foster a sense of community while promoting physical and mental well-being. From lively birthday celebrations to captivating movie nights, every moment becomes a cherished memory. Seize the opportunity of independent living, where each day is filled with laughter, friendship, and endless possibilities.

Weight Management Success

Are you looking for assistance controlling your weight and your food cravings? Are you looking to boost your metabolism and increase your energy levels? We can help; our use of laser and bio-electric devices, in conjunction with the knowledge gained from traditional acupuncture, allows us to provide unique wellness services. By stimulating your specific acupuncture and acupressure points it signals the body’s nervous system, guiding it to rebalance and heal itself. We are committed to improving your individual journey; offering personalized programs based on your needs.

New in Our Community

Revolutionizing Patient Care with In-Home Medication Dispensing Service. We are thrilled to introduce our home medication monitoring program. We bring nurses or healthcare professionals directly to patients’ homes to administer medications and monitor vital signs. By providing personalized care tailored to individual needs, including administering oral pills, injections, patches, or vaccines, we ensure optimal treatment adherence and health outcomes. What sets our program apart is its commitment to seamless coordination and communication with primary care providers. This ensures timely adjustments to treatment plans and guarantees that patients receive the highest level of care possible. Discuss with your doctor or case manager for a referral. Have questions? Contact us today at 778-738-1119 or email us at shayonapharmacy@hotmail.com.

Book Club: The Other Pauline

A Story of Courage and Determination for Identity. The Other Pauline is a story about a little girl who was raised into a world feeling lost, alone and unloved. As she overcame every challenge that life presented to her, her strength grew into confidence as she found her identity
amidst the adversity. Her resilience is a testament to the ultimate true love she found that was always with her. Pauline reminds the reader that they are not alone in their journey.

Words to Live By

“In this present moment there is no fear. Fear is an indicator that your mind is either in the past or the future, making up stories about moments that have already happened or are yet to come. Be truly present today and stay attuned to the safety of the moment you are already in.” – Keith Macpherson