Community News
Smarter Hearing With AI

Artificial intelligence is transforming today’s hearing aids by making conversations clearer and listening easier. Instead of simply making everything louder, AI helps identify speech, reduce background noise, and automatically adjust settings as you move between different environments. Whether you’re enjoying a family gathering, dining at a busy restaurant, or attending a community event, AI powered hearing aids work in real time to improve your listening experience. Best of all, they remain simple to use while giving you control over your settings. Book a hearing assessment to discover how the latest technology can help you hear with greater confidence every day.

A Squamish Lifestyle is Hard to Beat

For active adults, Squamish is a place where staying connected comes naturally. Start the morning with a walk along the estuary, meet friends for coffee, catch a community event, and still have easy access to recreation and the outdoors. Everyday essentials are close at hand, with Squamish General Hospital, medical clinics, pharmacies and care providers right in the community. When you’re craving a change of scenery, Vancouver and Whistler are both within easy reach. It is a perfect place to stay active, independent and engaged. As a Squamish REALTOR®, I’d be happy to help you discover what makes this community such a great place to call home.

Denture Cleaning Tips

Maintaining clean dentures involves a daily routine. *Use a soft-bristle brush and a non-abrasive denture cleanser to remove stains, plaque and debris. *Soak dentures overnight in water to loosen stains. *Be gentle to prevent damage; clean over a towel or basin of water. *Avoid hot water to prevent warping. Schedule regular denture checkups for a professional cleaning and a proper fit. Even with full dentures, gently rub your mouth and gums daily using a regular toothbrush. Avoid abrasive toothpaste and harsh cleaners that can damage dentures. Following these tips preserves dentures and improves overall oral health. Find more tips on our website.

September Book Club

Discover Healing Arthritis: Complementary Naturopathic, Orthopedic & Drug Treatments by Dr. Penny Kendall-Reed, a Canadian naturopathic doctor. This practical guide explores natural therapies alongside conventional care, helping readers better understand arthritis and manage symptoms through evidence-informed lifestyle, nutrition, supplements, and treatment options.

Living Well

September is Arthritis Awareness Month, reminding us that staying active and connected can help support joint health and overall well being. At our independent seniors home, residents enjoy opportunities to stay moving through walks, gentle fitness classes, and social activities that encourage mobility and confidence. Healthy meals, supportive neighbours, and an active lifestyle can make everyday living more enjoyable. If arthritis affects your comfort or mobility, speak with your healthcare provider about strategies to manage symptoms safely. Together, we can support independence, comfort, and quality of life every day with encouragement, friendship, and practical choices that help you thrive longer.

Rewriting the Landscape of Home Services

Kind Hearted Company was founded on a simple but powerful ethos: “Kinder Service. Kinder Products. The Kindest Staff.” Since our inception in 2022, we’ve grown from a two-person operation into a full-scale service company with over 55 dedicated professionals. Our rapid expansion isn’t just about size – it’s a testament to the trust we’ve built with our clients and the reputation we’ve earned for delivering exceptional results, every step of the way. At Kind Hearted Company, we don’t just complete tasks – we solve problems, simplify lives, and raise the bar for service excellence.

Are you Struggling with Modern Technology?

Older adults may struggle with smartphones and other modern technologies due to declining vision or arthritis, but there may also be technological reasons for this. Unintuitive software interfaces, and “technostress” from constant, digital updates increasingly affect seniors who do not have a lifelong familiarity with digital devices. Tech-Wise is dedicated to educating and empowering senior citizens to navigate smartphones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and even the digital settings in today’s cars, by coming to your home. The company’s specialists teach at your pace on your device. Should a lost password or any obstacle arise again, your Tech-Wise knowledge will ensure you know what to do.

Dedicated to Your Well-Being

At Success Home Care, we are a locally owned and trusted home care provider dedicated to supporting individuals in the comfort of their own homes. We create personalized care plans tailored to each client’s unique needs, preferences, and goals. Our compassionate team provides support with daily living, personal care, companionship, and light housekeeping, whether for a few hours a week or more consistent care. We focus on dignity, safety, and comfort, meeting clients where they are at every stage. Our goal is to help individuals maintain independence and feel confident, secure, and cared for at home.

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!

Senior Massage Thursdays (55+)

Yolo Mobile Massage with TCM training provides professional wellness and relaxation services in the comfort of your own home. Serving Victoria and surrounding areas, we focus on helping clients reduce stress, improve circulation, and restore balance. Every session is personalized to your comfort and wellness goals and designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect with your body. We believe that wellness should be accessible and consistent. That is why we are proud to offer our “Senior Wellness Thursdays” exclusively for our community members aged 55 and better. Contact us today to book your treatment.

Help for Hammer Toes

A hammer toe is a foot deformity where the middle joint of a lesser toe (usually the second toe) bends upward or curls downward, resembling a hammer. Several different mechanical issues in the foot can cause it. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, and painful corns or calluses. Orthotics and specialized shoe inserts can help manage hammer toe symptoms by redistributing foot pressure, supporting the arch, and reducing tendon pull on the toe joint. At Common Sense, we can design orthotics, make custom toe spacers, and recommend footwear that takes pressure off of hammer toes. Book an assessment today!