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A guide to your best years in Cowichan Welcome to the Good Life — your local guide to the second half of living. You are the Baby Boomers of the Warm Land. Your kids are gone, or at least are in the process of leaving the nest. Your goals have shifted, or are shifting. Your body doesn’t necessarily work the way it once did. And life has served up a whole new set of challenges and opportunities. These stories are for you.
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what’s your home really worth? The B.C. assessment demystified
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ne of the busiest places in downtown Duncan Monday through Saturday is the Seniors Activity Centre. And there are hundreds of local seniors grateful for the opportunity to
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keep it that way. With a paid membership rapidly pushing the 1,000 mark — at $20 per year — visitors realize very quickly the non-profit society running the place is doing something Cowichan seniors really want. From the time the doors open at 8 a.m. until they shut down on a weekday at 3 p.m., there is a steady stream of people coming through the doors to eat an economical meal, play bingo, shoot pool or just plain chat with friends. The doors close earlier on Saturday but there is a dance that evening twice a month that draws at least 80 happy partiers. Ron Hill, president of the Valley Seniors Organization, says the group has been at its present location next to the court house for more than 30 years. The building, owned by the City of Duncan, was originally a library, which shared some space with the seniors group for a time. continued page 7
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The Valley Seniors Organization of Duncan is for people 55 years of age and up. The yearly membership fee is $20 and all activities with the exception of the evening dances are included in that fee. For information on how to join, call 250-746-4433, or email valleyseniorsorg@shaw.ca from page 4 In the late 1970s the seniors took over the whole building. And what’s not to like? Members can drop in when the doors open for coffee or tea and a slice of toast for $1.25. Stick around for lunch and they can treat themselves to a beverage, soup, sandwich and a dessert for the princely sum of $5. Volunteers are the backbone of the organization. Hill stresses they don’t want to be seen as competing with local restaurants because they feel they are offering far more than a meal; people may come for the reasonablypriced food but they stay for the camaraderie and a wide range of activities. Those activities include billiards, carpet Cowichan News Leader Pictorial November 2014
bowling, crib and chess, crafts and barbershop singing — the list goes on. Members do line dancing, choir and make friends. The organization also owns a bus that regularly takes members on day trips up and down the island and over the border for the occasional casino trips down to the United States. Hill said the average age of members who regularly frequent the centre is about 75. Tuesday is bingo day, the major source of funding to keep the facility in the black. Saturday night dances are particularly popular and draw a crowd happy to be dancing to the music of their own era. The $8 entry fee includes a meal at 9 p.m., says Hill. Dan Hughes, an enthusiastic member of the centre and leader of a band that plays for one of the monthly Saturday dances, says the activity centre has become an im-
portant part of the members’ lives. “Some of these people are widows and widowers,” Hughes said. “There is a lot of convivial fun and togetherness – this place offers them socialization. A lot of joking and laughing goes on here.” Duncan Mayor Phil Kent echoes the need for a place like the activity centre. “There are a lot of single seniors in the area,” Kent said. “It is quite isolating sitting there alone in your house or townhouse if there isn’t some kind of social outlet.” Kent said the city, which gives the organization that runs the facility free rent, is happy with the results. “They are very professional and easy to deal with.” Z Cowichan Good Life Magazine 7
How the B.C. Assessment Authority classifies your home and what you can do if you disagree
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ome assessments may seem dull. But they quickly shed their boring veneer for anyone thinking of selling their place, and wondering if their assessed value is too low. Conversely, folks worried their annual property taxes will climb based on their higher assessment, also pay attention fast. Either way, factual logic and appeal help for puzzled homeowners is at hand through B.C. Assessment, explained Peter Alex-
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ander, the Central Island region’s deputyassessor. “Assessments come out every year in early January, and people have all their information on their notice, with the assessed value.” That assessment notice shows how to request a review. Usually, folks phone or email concerns to his office, where they can ask to speak with an appraiser about their assessment. “Lots of times, it’s for administrative information such as correcting an address,” said Alexander. “If they have questions about their assessed value, they can speak with an
appraiser and get information about why the assessment is what it is.” And appraisers can provide sales-price numbers about similar properties in your area, he noted. “Typically, we look at the past (sales) year. A home’s valuation date is July 1 each year.” Your next assessment will be unveiled January 2015, based on market value as of July 1 (2014), and improvements up to Oct. 31. He urged owners visit B.C.A.’s website where e-valueBC compares assessments on line. “They can look at assessments in their neighbourhood by address.” Cowichan News Leader Pictorial November 2014
However, added Alexander, “our appeal rate is low, actually; about 1% of properties (were appealed) in B.C. last year.” “I like to think it says we’re doing a good job. These are open processes; we have a very comprehensive data base and thorough system to update information.” B.C.A.’s Central Island office in Nanaimo handles residential assessments from Shawnigan Lake to south of Courtenay, plus the Gulf Islands, and the UclueletTofino area. “We get permit information from municipalities and regional districts, and review properties when they sell,” said Alexander. “We process new subdivisions and all market evidence — primarily sales information — plus zoning and land-issue changes. “We also update records from the landtitles’ office in Victoria.” Sales figures portray “a pretty flat market overall on the island.” “The market is based on supply and demand,” he stated. “It appears (home) demand isn’t pushing beyond an expected level right now. “We went through a period when values increased dramatically around 2008, then we saw a drop off. Obviously the economy has slowed down, and sales volume has decreased.” If there is an issue with the property that needs to come forward, it can go to the property-assessment review panel. The
“Market value is determined by a willing buyer and a willing seller. Some people will take a lesser price because they’ve already bought another home.” panel is made up of people from the community. They hear the owner’s concerns, and information from the assessor. Owners have until Jan. 31 each year to apply for a free value review. “Typically, owners feel they won’t be able to sell for that price. That could be because of the quality or condition of the home,” Alexander said. “Maybe they’ve made some changes to the property. It comes down to
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market value.” Other factors include the year built, quality, square footage, and comparing one home to another. “We do mass appraisals. There could be things done to the house we’re not aware of,” said Alexander. “Market value is determined by a willing buyer and a willing seller. Some people will take a lesser price because they’ve already bought another home.” Rarely do similar homes sell for the same price due to the nature of the market, and the nature of people, he explained. A valuation review could see an inspector confirm all information on a property. The appeal panel annually sits from Feb. 1 to March 15. “If the owner doesn’t like that panel’s decision, they can appeal to the propertyassessment appeal board; that deadline is April 30.” Alexander admitted Cowichan properties may have a myriad of prices — from waterfront homes in Maple Bay, Shawnigan Lake and Lake Cowichan, to backroads acreages. “There’s quite a diverse mix of property types that make it challenging from an assessment standpoint. It’s a very open process.” For more, property owners can visit bcassessment.ca, or call valueBC at 1-866-8258322.
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ife is full of surprises,’’ says Madhuri Anand. Truer words have never been spoken in Anand’s case through so many experiences with husband Bhanu (Andy). What started out as an arranged marriage in India evolved into a long and productive life together in Canada. The couple celebrated its 60th wedding anniversary Oct. 3 amid much fanfare with family and friends in Duncan. Daughter Aunjali, who just happens to be an ordained minister, provided a nice little twist for her mom and dad by turning the anniversary affair into a renewal of their wedding
vows at the family home. “They didn’t have a clue what I was doing,’’ said Aunjali, who runs a restaurant in Tucson, Arizona but still comes “home’’ many times a year to spend time with her parents. “It’s their diamond anniversary, ‘let’s renew their vows,’’’ Aunjali said she told people. Telling her brother to stall until she prepared everything, Aunjali then emerged to conduct the ceremony. “I came out and thanked everybody and eventually went into ‘dearly beloved…’ and there was not a dry eye in the house,’’ she said. The Anands have another daughter besides Aunajli and two sons. “We kept it a secret,’’ said Aunjali. “It was a hard one to keep. We set up for a mini wedding, with Cowichan News Leader Pictorial November 2014
the house decorated outside and in.’’ “It was a total surprise,’’ said Madhuri, who turns 81 in November but looks much younger than her years. Husband Andy is 83 in January. “I was just dumbfounded,’’ Madhuri added. “I think the party was just the best party there was.’’ “Aunjali left no stone untouched. She’s the total initiator with our sons behind our back. We’ve got four beautiful children and their spouses and eight grandchildren.’’ Just because Madhuri and Andy came together in an arranged marriage, it doesn’t mean they were “stuck’’ with each other, Aunjali pointed out. “An arranged marriage, it’s really an introduction,’’ she explained. “You’re not forced into marrying someone.’’ Astrology is a big part in getting people together for an arranged marriage and this union clicked on all accounts, Aunjali added. “They made it work after 60 years. They’ve been a part of the community for so long and done so many things. “I look up to them as role models. Anybody would be lucky to have them as parents.’’ Both Madhuri and Andy came from large families, but packed up in 1957 for Canada. “We had one baby in hand,’’ said Madhuri. It’s been a wonderful life for the couple. Aunjali, the last born of the children, said, “Duncan rocks. It was the best childhood ever.’’ Andy worked in the forest industry, spending 37 years at the B.C. Forest Products’ Crofton pulp mill, and Madhuri settled into her new location with gusto. “I couldn’t stay home just like a housewife and I started taking part in the community — the East Indian community and the Western community,’’ she said. “They all received us with open arms.’’ Madhuri is very well-known in the valley and has virtually done it all through her intercultural activities, and becoming a media darling after appearing on television’s Kitchen Culture for her cooking and having an Authentic Indian Cooking book published in 1998 when she was 65. story continued page 12 Cowichan News Leader Pictorial November 2014
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“We adopted this country; this country has given us everything.’’ — Madhuri Anand from page 11 The book is going into its ninth printing. Madhuri has taught Indian cooking for many years at Vancouver Island University and other locations, and remains active to this day with Wednesday night sessions at VIU that draws such an enthusiastic response from students it keeps her going strong. “They energize me like an energizer battery,’’ she said. “Cooking is a way to connect with people and teaching became very important to me. I like to share my talent.’’ But the class goes far beyond cooking. “It’s the full knowledge,’’ Madhuri said. “It’s sharing the culture. That’s my life now.’’ Madhuri joined the hiking club and even did some fashion modelling along the way. Through the Intercultural Society, she’s also taught English to new Canadians. Leaving India like she did at such an early age to face many potential uncertainties would have made many people hesitate. But not Madhuri and she hasn’t regretted the decision for a minute. “That was my desire,’’ she said. “I wanted to meet people in all walks of life.’’ More surprises are sure to be around every corner for such a dynamic couple. If nothing happens for a while, Aunjali will probably pull off something to keep things interesting. “My mom’s a go-getter,’’ said Aunjali. “She wants to keep going.’’ “We adopted this country; this country has given us everything,’’ said Madhuri. “We’ve been so modernized in our own way while keeping my own culture at the same time.’’ Z
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etirement for three busy Cowichanians spells work on things they enjoy most. Wealth isn’t common among filmmaker Tom Shandel, sailboat captain John Dook, and blogging gardener Richard Hughes. They share a love of staying mentally and physically active in their community, while living mostly on pensions and savings. “I don’t know anyone who’s retired that isn’t busy. You wonder how you ever could have had a job,” Shandel, 75, said from his home editing studio in Cowichan Bay. “I took an early retirement,” said Dook, 74, a former NWT education department staffer, living aboard his 44-foot Inukshuk. “I love the Arctic and the people, but I got tired of the weather, and decided I’d rather
rust than freeze. “I always loved the sea and wanted to play on a sail boat.” Hughes, 67, a former realtor and Cobble Hill director, loves tending his garden beds. “If you’ve got your basics covered, retirement’s wonderful. The job just screws up the best part of the day,” he said. “Retire as soon as you can, and enjoy life.” Shandel enjoyed saying he’s “not retired because I’ve never been tired.” “I never had a job; I’ve always been a freelancer.” The former miner and actor landed federal film contracts. Later, he was a PBS executive producer in Detroit. Now, Shandel edits and makes documentaries, and helps run valley non-profits. “I’m editing some old documentaries of mine, and uploading them onto YouTube.
I do some corporate docs, and do technical things requiring lots of manual reading.” He’s recently made a series of short videos about 10 authors for B.C. Book World (visit bcbooklook.ca) and worked with Peter Davis on their documentary called Spanish Earth. Community-wise, Shandel chairs the congregational council at Sylvan United Church. He also started Cowichan Cooperative Connections with Rob Douglas and Roger Hart — between dances with wife, Connie, a doctor of pharmacy. “One thing that keeps me young is my spouse. We do ballroom dancing at the gold level. It’s a tremendous, invigorating experience.” Capt. Dook’s early experiences anchored his desire to retire on the water. Story continued on page 14
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of private accommodation in which residents pay their own way and facilities that offer care subsidized through the Island Health Authority. Some residential accommodations offer both private-pay and subsidized services. There are about 18 seniors housing facilities in and around Cowichan that range from independent living options that include supportive services such as full meals and some level of housekeeping support in what are essentially apartment suites. Story continued on page 16 Cowichan Good Life Magazine 15
from page 15 There are other locations that offer increased levels of assisted living services. Some are as small as four or five beds and some offer up to 100 beds. The Cowichan Seniors Community Foundation maintains a Cowichan Seniors Resource Directory that can be found at http:// www.cchn.ca/files/Seniors_Care_Directory_2013_web.pdf . This directory lists services ranging from meals, home support and yard maintenance through to income tax and investment planning. Z
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n Oct. 4, 2013 my vibrant, gorgeous friend Jenni Kilgour received a phone call that would change her life forever. Her biopsy had come back positive for breast cancer. It didn’t make sense. Only 37 years of age, the occupational therapist and mother of three young children had never felt healthier or more fit. She had only gone to the doctor because of a persistent sore muscle under her right arm that left her wondering if a lymph node was causing the discomfort. But mammogram and ultrasound results indicated nothing wrong with that side of her chest. Instead, an unrelated dark spot on her left breast was discovered, so a biopsy had been recommended as a precaution. Feeling exceedingly grateful that her cancer was caught early in that fortuitous exam, Jenni was simultaneously terrified about her new reality. Days later she and her husband, Rob were encouraged when the surgeon told them her cancer was 100% curable. Following an MRI and genetic testing, four treatment options were explained. After careful consideration, Jenni decided a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction was her best choice, and the radical operation was scheduled for Nov. 12. In a society that sexualizes breasts, it was surprising to some that her emotions of Cowichan News Leader Pictorial November 2014
loss were triggered primarily by the symbolism of motherhood. “My breasts gave my babies life,” she said. “They nurtured and built up the kids’ immune systems, helping to make them smart, strong, beautiful children. Completely removing that part of my body felt devastating.” Jenni didn’t wallow in sadness though. Likening her battle with cancer to a frightening roller coaster she never wanted to ride, she knew she would have to hang on in order to save herself. “With hands and fists clenched, I got on board,” she said. “Gripping the bar and holding on tight, I rode towards fear with my eyes wide open and my cape flapping behind me.” And, as expected, that roller coaster was full of unpredictable twists and turns, highs and lows. She chose to openly share her experience with friends and family online and in person, and was astounded by the outpouring of love and support she received in return. “I’ve been overwhelmed with the compassion people have shown us,” she said. “Even by complete strangers.” Jenni’s grandmother, cousin and two aunts have all won the fight against breast cancer and she credits them with being wonderful role models. “My dad was also amazing,” she said. “He fought an excruciatingly painful battle with cancer and was in recovery when I was diagnosed.
Now he’s as strong as ever.” Like the survivors in her family, my friend wouldn’t allow her disease to define her. She was dedicated to staying positive and figuring out ways to prepare emotionally and psychologically for her tumultuous journey. Inspired by Deborah Cohan, a doctor who became a YouTube sensation after dancing in the operating room with the surgical and anesthetic team prior to her double mastectomy, Jenni danced as well. “We had just moved across the country and in with my parents to help with my dad’s recovery,” she said. “It was new friends from the neighborhood who threw a pink party for me the weekend before my operation. They came with everything I could possibly need post surgery.” That night she danced with them to Beyonce’s Get Me Bodied and posted the video
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online. She also danced to Katy Perry’s Roar in a different video and again in the hospital’s hallway with her sister before her operation. A year later Jenni is now cancer-free, has had reconstructive surgery and feels a deeper appreciation for the human spirit and the power of connecting. “You never know what others are going through,” she said. “But when you’ve been broken, you can suddenly enter into someone else’s brokenness, and rather than it being terrible, it is a sweet place to be because you can understand.” That, I believe, is a beautiful analogy of acceptance, compassion, camaraderie and love. Jenni style. Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com Cowichan Good Life Magazine 17
Rob’s Lighthouse Eatery in the middle of the hub of activity that is Cowichan Bay
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reat food combines perfectly with the fine outside atmosphere in Cowichan Bay at Rob’s Lighthouse Eatery. Owner/operators Rob and Heidi Holden take casual dining to a whole new level with a wide variety of quality menu items to appeal to all tastes. “We use herbs and spices such as Cajun, Mediterranean, lemon pepper, cumin and smoked paprika when grilling fish or chicken,’’ reads the menu board. “We also grill the seasoned fish and chicken with red onions, garlic and dill. To further enhance all our dishes, we offer our own Lighthouse sauces. Some of our favourites are: chipotle mayo, roasted garlic pesto mayo, tzatziki and tartar.’’
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Selections include: wraps, paninis, burgers, salads, clam chowder, prawns and, of course, fish and chips. A small breakfast menu is also available. There’s no waiting around for waitresses. Orders — for either takeout or eating in the intimate outside space that’s enclosed during the off-season — are taken at the window. The food is cooked and served promptly. The Holdens have been operating the establishment for about five years. “It’s not like it is now,’’ said Heidi. “It was a couple of picnic tables.’’ Rob’s perhaps better known as the man who makes lighthouses, reflected in the name of the restaurant, and he’s been driving around for some 14 years with a lighthouse in the back of his truck — although it’s off at the moment. Rob also does most of the cooking but Heidi puts all of her many talents to work. “I’ve been in the hospitality industry for many years — more front-end, however,’’ she said. Among her many credentials was a five-year period as manager of the Inn At the Water Resort in Cowichan Bay, now known as the Oceanfront. “We’re a very hands-on operation,’’ said Heidi. “My husband and I are both very customer-service oriented. We’re known to push out our food pretty quick, with goodsized portions.’’ That keeps the regulars coming back and proves attractive to newcomers. “One of our customers called us ‘Consistently Delicious,’’’ said Heidi. “Our food, I would say, is simple and tasty. We do a lot of grilled fish.’’ At the heart of it is the tempura cod or halibut fish and Cowichan News Leader Pictorial November 2014
chips. That’s what Heidi serves me for a sample and I must say the fish is very chunky, more meat than the excessive batter you get at many places, and the chips are better than most I have tried — not greasy and cooked to a perfect golden brown. The eating area along the roadway in quaint Cowichan Bay is a big part of the experience, whether in the summer or the off-season. “You’re out in the open here,’’ said Heidi. “You can see everything going by.’’
With the main tourist season over, the focus switches primarily to the local clientele and the Holdens are thinking of reviving a popular movie night in the eating area. “We just show old flicks,’’
said Heidi. “It’s in the works. It’s really neat in here with the fireplace going. We love being a part of the local community here. “I’m also planning some new comfort foods for the winter.’’
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C owichan S eniors care foundation R esource D irectory
The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial would like to thank and acknowledge the efforts of the Cowichan Seniors Community Foundation and its volunteers for compiling this resource directory. It has been edited for space limitations by the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial and in no way is meant to be considered comprehensive. Content inquiries should be sent to: publisher@cowichannewsleader.com A more comprehensive directory is available at:
www.cowichanseniors.ca Aboriginal Health Ts’ewulten Health Centre 5768 Allenby Rd., Duncan Phone: 250-746-6184
Day Programs Chemainus Health Care Centre Adult Day Program Phone: 250-737-2040 ext. 42262 Providence Farm Cindy Ross, Program Coordinator 1843 Tzouhalem Rd., Duncan Phone: 250-746-9668 Waldon House Day Program 2041 Tzouhalem Rd., Duncan Phone: 250-737-2037
Community Policing Cowichan Community Policing Advisory Society Donna Brooks, President, 2012/13 6060 Canada Ave., Duncan Phone: c/o 250-701-9146 Duncan Community Policing Office Carol-Ann Rolls, Volunteer Prog. & Services 3-149 Canada Ave. Duncan Phone: 250-701-9145 Chemainus Community Policing Office #4-9847 Willow St. Chemainus, BC Phone: 250-246-4382 Cowichan Bay Community Policing Office 1721 E Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay Phone: 250-701-1961
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South Cowichan Community Policing Office Julie Rosenthal, Program Coordinator #120-2720 Mill Bay Rd. Phone: 250-929-7222
Compassionate Care
Hearing HealthcareIn Home Act Hearing & Audiology Inc. Leslie A. Peterson, Registered Audiologist Phone: 250–597–4228
Home Adaptations & Repairs Ease-Ability Renovations & Construction Ltd. Dan Nugent Tel: 250-743-1955 1-866-708-3273 (EASE) Cell 250-588-6843 Handy Mum Home Improvements, Repairs & Maintenance Dominique Daviau 970 Shawnigan Mill Bay Rd. Phone: 250-510-3552
Compassionate Connections Lorraine Demers Tel: (250) 748-1317
Home Garden & Yard Care
Computer Help
The Barwicks Keith and Katherine Barwick Phone: 250–743–3363
eGurus Technology Tutors Gary Marshall Toll Free: 1–855–832–4878 Tel: 250-709–4291
Crisis Line Support Vancouver Island Crisis Line 1–888–494–3888
Equipment Loans Canadian Red Cross 2–5855 York Rd., Duncan Phone: 250–748–2111
Grandparents Support Parent Support Services Society of BC Sandi Halvorsen, Program Coordinator Phone: 1-877-345-9777
Hair Care Services Barb Stewart’s Mobile Hair Salon Barb Stewart Phone: 250-483-5043 or 250-715-6568
Island Domestic Services Sharon Moore, Owner Toll free: 1-866–749–0213 Lush Eco Lawns John Close 3054 Biscay Rd. Duncan, BC Phone: 250-597-0408
Home Physiotherapy
Pacific Live-in Caregivers Robin Smith, Owner Box 1771, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1B3 Phone: 250-616-2346 Unique Home Health Care Marsha Todd, Director, Co-ordinator 121 Station Street, Duncan Phone: 250-715-1094 We Care Home Health Services 205-149 Ingram St. Duncan, BC Phone: 250-746-9224
Home Support – Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) Duncan Home and Community Care 121 Ingram St. Duncan Phone: 250-737-2004
Housing – NonProfit, Low Cost Abbeyfield Houses Society of Duncan Marilyn Day, President 5905 Indian Rd. Duncan Phone: 250-748-1532 Duncan Kiwanis Village Society Contact Ron Coulter/Brian Jackman 355 Day Rd. Duncan Phone: 250-748-4135
Home Physiotherapy Heidi Bovey, Physiotherapist Phone: 250–701–8876
Duncan Manor Duncan Housing Society 280 First St., Duncan Phone: 250-748-0251
Home Support – Private
Ts’i’ts’uwatul Lelum 2755 Allenby Rd., Duncan Phone: 250-597-2252
Angel Helping Hands Homecare & Companionship Val Taylor, Owner/Operator #9 5769 201 A Street, Langley Phone: 250-746-9946 Harmony Health Care Ltd. John McAlorum, RN, Dir. of Operations Unit 2A–2753 Charlotte Rd. Duncan, Phone: 250-701-9990
Housing – Private Acacia Ty Mawr Jerri Maw, Director of Care 2655 Shawnigan Lake Rd. Phone: 250-743-2124 ext 106 Alpenrose Laura & Bill Loftus 2267 Lochsyde Drive, Duncan Phone: 250-748-3803
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Housing – Private continued
Deertrail Cottage Inc. Tim Glass, Owner/Manager 1711 Escarpment Way Duncan Phone: 250-746-9641 Dovehill House Amy Hughes, Manager 3326 Creegan Dr., Chemainus Phone: 250-416-0332 Heritage Manor Care Home Tanya Mosure, Owner 1051 College St. Duncan, Phone: 250-748-3488 Lynn’s Senior Care Lynn Scott, RCA 5085 Jones Rd. Ladysmith Phone: 250-245-3391 Sherwood House Audrey Norman, Manager 280 Government St. Duncan Phone: 250-710-8882
St. John Ambulance Lori McNeil, Branch Manager 205-169 Craig St. Duncan Phone: 250-746-4058
Men’s Support
Volunteer Cowichan Georg Stratemeyer, Executive Director 1 Kenneth Place Duncan Phone: 250-748-2133
West Coast Men’s Support Society Grant Waldman 213-80 Station St., Duncan, BC 250-597-2801
Mental Health Support Duncan Mental Health and Seniors Cindy Patrick 3088 Gibbins Rd. Duncan Phone: 250-709-3040
Moving & Downsizing Every Detail Jane Sheppard 2093 Calais Rd. Duncan Phone: 250-748-3626 Forget-Me-Not Assistants Tammi King, Transition Facilitator Phone: 250-710-7173
Pet Care — Homestay Homestay Pet Care Leslie Sutton 3081 Seahaven Road, Chemainus BC V0R 1K2 Email: leslie@homestaypetcare. com
Seniors Groups Chemainus Seniors Drop In Centre Society Frank Gibbons, President 9824 Willow Street, Chemainus Phone: 250-246-2111 Crofton Seniors Society Christine Hale, President 1507 Joan Street, Crofton Phone: 250-246-2455
Music Therapy Programs
Elder College Jennifer Carmichael, Recreation Programmer 2687 James Street, Duncan Phone: 250-746-0414 or 250-748-7529 to register
Villa del Sol Carol Reid, RN 647 Frayne Rd. Mill Bay Phone: 250-743-7061
Creative Music Programs For Today’s Senior Andrew McCormack Phone: 250–737–1888
Ladysmith Seniors Centre Society 620 Second Street, Ladysmith Phone: 250–294–1924
Housing — Vancouver Island Health Authority
Non Profit Societies – Senior Services
Wedgwood House Linda Fonck, Manager 256 Government St. Duncan Phone: 250-746-9808
For details about Assisted Living and Residential Care please phone VIHA’s Home and Community Care at 250-7372004.
International Health Care International Health Care Providers T. Rand Collins, PhD, MD Phone: 250-732-6603
Meals and Nutrition Gloria’s Food Service Gloria Ramsey Phone: 250-748-9216
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Cowichan Family Caregivers Support Society Ranjana Basu, Coordinator Shawnigan Lake Phone: 250-743-7621 Cowichan Intercultural Society Deborah Conner, Executive Director 205–394 Duncan St., Duncan Phone: 250–748–3112 Cowichan Valley Hospice Society Shelley Kuecks, Client Intake Coordinator 3122 Gibbins Rd. Duncan Phone: 250-701-4242
Lake Cowichan Seniors Centre Greg McCallum, President 55 Coronation Street, Lake Cowichan Phone: 250-749-6121 South End Seniors Contact: Gloria Davies Kerry Park Recreation Centre 1035 Shawnigan–Mill Bay Road Phone: 250-743-1171 Valley Seniors Organization of Duncan Don King, President 198 Government Street, Duncan Phone: 250-746-4433
Service BC and Service Canada Service BC Programs Marty Nelson 5785 Duncan St. Duncan, BC Phone: 250-746-1226 Service Canada Centre Linda Granger 211 Jubilee St. Duncan Phone: 1-800-622-6232
Service Clubs Arbutus Travel Club c/o Corry Salmen Phone: 250-701-0965 Chemainus Masonic Lodge #114 Pat Fyffe, Secretary 3052 Hawthorne St., Chemainus Phone: 250-246-3579 Cowichan Toastmaster’s Club #950 Bill Smith, Club President Phone: 250–701-1705 Duncan Kiwanis Club Ron Colter 365 Day Rd., Duncan Phone: 250-748-4135 Duncan Lion’s Club P.O. Box 52, Duncan, BC V9L 3X1 Duncan Masonic Lodge #33 Bob Crawford, Secretary 163 Canada Ave., Duncan, BC Phone: 250-748-1028 Duncan Order of the Eastern Star, Sunset Chapter Ann Vossberg Phone: 250-748-9480 Fraternal Order of Eagles, Chemainus-Crofton #4400 Merv Brown / Bill Yearly, Sec P.O. Box 45, Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0 Phone: 250-246-3401 Fraternal Order of Eagles, Duncan #2546 Tracy Norman, Secretary 2965 Jacob Road, Duncan Phone: 250-746-7100
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Biscay Manor Pauline Goetz 3034 Biscay Road Duncan, BC Phone: 250 746-4173
Meals on Wheels c/o Cowichan Home Support 20-127 Ingram St. Duncan Phone: 250-737-2004
Fraternal Order of Eagles, Ladysmith #2101 P.O. Box 640, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A5 Phone: 250-245-3183 Cowichan Good Life Magazine 21
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Service Clubs continued Kinsmen Club of Duncan Barry Toporowski, President Email: duncankinsmen@gmail. com Ladysmith Kinsmen Club Doug Patterson, Life Member P.O. Box 324, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3 Phone: 250-245-2263 Ladysmith Masonic Lodge #21 Joel Chiri, Secretary P.O. Box 261, Ladysmith, V9G 1A2 Phone: 250-245-4797 Lion’s Club of Duncan Housing Society P.O. Box 52, Duncan, BC V9L 3X1 Phone: 250-748-1044 Lion’s Club of Ladysmith Jim Masyk, Secretary P.O. Box 2293, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1B8 Phone: 250-245-4049 Mill Bay Masonic Lodge #107 2748 Lashburn Rd. Mill Bay, BC Rotary Club, Chemainus Richard Nelson, President P.O. Box 297, Chemainus, V0R 1K0 Phone: 250-245-4549 Rotary Club, Duncan Roger Hart, Secretary P.O. Box 473, Duncan, V9L 3X8 Phone: 250-715-3039 Rotary, Duncan Daybreak Holger Heitland, President www.clubrunner.ca/ duncandaybreak/ Rotary Club, Ladysmith Michael Furlot, Secretary P.O. Box 875, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A6 Phone: 250-245-5771 or 250245-2052 Rotary Club, South Cowichan Peter Dicken, President P.O. Box 241, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L0 Phone: 250-743-6727 www.southcowichanrotary.org
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Royal Canadian Legion, Chemainus Branch #191 Marianne Mann, Office Manager P.O. Box 423, Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0 Phone: 250-246-4532 Royal Canadian Legion, Cowichan Branch #53 Bruce MacDonald, President Kenneth St., Duncan, BC V9L 1N3 Phone: 250-746-5013 Royal Canadian Legion, Ladysmith Branch #171 Georgina Lorette, Secretary Allyson Wagner, Secretary P.O. Box 219, Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A2 Phone: 250-245-3031 or 250-245-2273 Royal Canadian Legion, Lake Cowichan Branch #210 Sam Jones, Bar Manager P.O. Box 603, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0 Phone: 250-749-6041 Royal Canadian Legion, Shawnigan Lake Branch #134 1652 Shawnigan-MillBay Rd Phone: 250-743-4621 Women of the Moose Pat King PO Box 371, Duncan, BC V9L 3X5 Phone: 250-746-7382 Royal Canadian Legion, Young Seniors Action Group Society 1652 Shawnigan-MillBay Rd Phone: 250-743-5178 or 250-743-8344 Women of the Moose Pat King PO Box 371, Duncan, BC V9L 3X5 Phone: 250-746-7382
Support Societies, Disease Related Alzheimer Society of BC Jane Hope Phone:1-800-462-2833 Canadian Cancer Society Maureen Hyde 100-394 Duncan St., Duncan Phone: 250-746-4134
Canadian Red Cross H.E.L.P. Program 2–5855 York Rd., Duncan, BC Phone: 250–748–2111 Fax: 250–748–2163 Cowichan Valley Arthritis Society Jan Norwood Box 942, Duncan, BC V9L 3Y8 Phone: 250-748-2481 Diabetes Education Program Kathy Park 121 Ingram St., Duncan Phone: 250-737-2004 Duncan Mental Health and Seniors Cindy Patrick 3088 Gibbins Rd., Duncan Phone: 250-709-3040 Heart and Stroke Foundation Janice Krall, Area Manager 401-495 Dunsmuir St., Nanaimo Phone: 1-888-754-5274 Kidney Foundation Heather Johnson, Director of Programs 200-4940 Canada Way, Burnaby Phone: 1-800-567-8112 Stroke Recovery Assoc.Cowichan Valley Branch Cowichan Valley Public Library 2687 James St., Duncan Phone: 250–246-4952 Support Group for Low Vision Seniors Karen McClinchey Phone: 250-746-6041
Therapy Dog Visits Therapy Dog Visitation Program, St. John Ambulance 205–169 Craig St. Duncan Phone: 250–746–4058
Transportation Cowichan Seniors Community Foundation 135 Third St., Duncan Phone: 250-715-6481 Cowichan Valley Regional Transit #3-5280 Polkey Rd., Duncan Phone: 250-746-9899 Web: www.busonline.ca HandyDart 1 Kenneth Place, Duncan Phone: 250-748-1230 Wheels for Wellness Society 1894 Bolt Avenue, Comox Phone: 250-338-0196
Wellness Coaching Rejuvenations — Wellness Coaching Services Fitness On The Go Susan Elo, Personal Trainer Phone: 250 882-8879 Valerie Childs, MS, CTRS, CPC Phone: 250–246–9452
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