Island Voices features a collection of articles for seniors and their families by Vancouver Island authors and authorities on a wide range of subjects.
We live in a culture of doing. We are on constant full throttle, multitasking, carrying on four different conversations at once, thoughts flying a hundred miles an hour. And all this busyness is a wonderful coping mechanism for not dealing with or looking at the things in our lives that need shifting. I hear so…
The other day I was walking though a beautiful forest with a dear friend of mine. The sun was shining and the day was amazing. As we strolled along the pathways that wind their way through this piece of woodland paradise, called Francis King Park, we found ourselves face to face with a giant of…
Does your dog ever look like he is having trouble breathing, gasping to get air in, and yet a minute later, he is all fine? It could be a reverse sneeze. Take a look at this webinar to see what to do about it. Dr. Louise Janes D.V.M. & Dr. Jeff Grognet D.V.M. Mid-Isle…
Have you ever wondered whether it makes more sense to pay off your mortgage or to contribute to a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP)? Perhaps you’re expecting to receive some extra money from an inheritance or an employment bonus, and you’re not sure which route to take.
The magic of fall on Vancouver island.
http://seniors101.ca/category/island-voices/ As B.C.’s seniors advocate, I am encouraging a celebration of our senior citizens in this province. It may be your dad, your mom, your grandparent, or maybe it’s you we are celebrating. Click here to read the complete article.
http://viccs.vcn.bc.ca/http://viccs.vcn.bc.ca/http://viccs.vcn.bc.ca/Re-New BC’s Heritage River System, & Invest in a BC Rivers Foundation “With a mandate to foster appreciation and support for our rivers and watersheds throughout the province …we are specifically requesting that the BC Heritage Rivers process be re-opened for new nominations
There is a growing body of research indicating a profound link between art and music and people who live with dementia.
I had to laugh when I read Saturday’s editorial in the Times Colonist about homeless “consultants” hired to attend the City of Victoria’s workshop on short term sheltering options.
Green Burial has become a third option available to families looking to minimize their environmental footprint when a loved one passes away. Being green and environmental conscience has become a way of life. Click here to read the complete article .