Greater Victoria BC Services for Seniors
Locals and visitors alike love the mild climate of Victoria BC, where it is said to be one of the best retirement places in the world. People in retirement can either live in the city or surrounding country sides. Transportation is suitable for all ages with easy access to services designed for seniors. Our mild west coast climate offers year round outdoors activities allowing for golf, walking, hiking, biking, tennis just to mention a few.
South Island Optometry
South Island Optometry Centres uses the latest optometric technology Optomap Retinal Scan that will identify your visual needs and enhance your vision to the fullest. As a team our goal is to provide the highest standard of vision care with professional, and service at two convenient locations.
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South Island Optometry
South Island Optometry Centres uses the latest optometric technology Optomap Retinal Scan that will identify your visual needs and enhance your vision to the fullest. As a team our goal is to provide the highest standard of vision care with professional, and service at two convenient locations.Services for Seniors
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Offers a variety of support and education programs throughout the province. One of their programs is the Family Caregiver Series, an educational series for those caring for a person with dementia.
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BC Seniors travel free Monday to Thursday except on holidays. Passenger far only. Your Gold Care Card confirms your age (65 years or older) and you are a full-time resident of BC.
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BC HealthGuide Program for Seniors
This easy-to-use channel is designed to help you access the information you need to improve your health and quality of life.
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BC Housing Shelter Aid For Elderly Renters
Lower income seniors renting in the private market may be eligible to receive rent supplements through the SAFER program.
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BC Property Tax Deferment Program
A loan program that allows you to defer your annual property taxes on your home if you meet certain criteria. Age 55 plus
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Your contributions to the Canada Pension Plan provide you with a stable and dependable pension you can build on for retirement.
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To administer tax, benefits, and related programs, and to ensure compliance on behalf of governments across Canada, thereby contributing to the ongoing economic and social well-being of Canadians.
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Canadian Association on Gerontology
A national, multidisciplinary scientific and educational association established to provide leadership in matters related to the aging population.
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Canadian Association on Gerontology
The Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) is a national, multidisciplinary scientific and educational association established to provide leadership in matters related to the aging population.
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The Centre on Aging at the University of Victoria is a multidisciplinary social science research centre established in 1992. Our mandate is to promote and conduct basic and applied research throughout the life span.
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The Centre on Aging at the University of Victoria is a multidisciplinary social science research centre established in 1992. Our mandate is to promote and conduct basic and applied research throughout the life span.
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We provide on-site personal contact and make the connections to services and resources for your parent or relative living in the Greater Victoria area.
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A not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over.
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Family Caregivers Network Society
A not-for-profit society whose mission is to inform, support and educate on issues of concern to family caregivers of adults in Greater Victoria.
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Government of BC Bus Pass Program
A universal bus pass that allows for unlimited travel on conventional transit system for seniors and persons with a disability on a restricted income.
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Greater Victoria Eldercare Foundation
Purpose is to raise funds to support the care, comfort, dignity and independence of hundreds of older people who live in our long term care facilities.
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Greater Victoria Eldercare Foundation
Purpose is to raise funds to support the care, comfort, dignity and independence of hundreds of older people who live in our long term care facilities.
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Greater Victoria Eldercare Foundation
Purpose is to raise funds to support the care, comfort, dignity and independence of hundreds of older people who live in our long term care facilities.
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The Guaranteed Income Supplement provides additional money, on top of the Old Age Security pension, to low-income seniors living in Canada.
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A door-to-door shared-ride custom transportation service. This service is for people who are unable to use the regular transit service some or all of the time due to mobility issues associated with a permanent or temporary physical or cognitive disability.
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Health Canada Aging and Seniors
PHAC’s primary goal is to strengthen Canada’s capacity to protect and improve the health of Canadians and to help reduce pressures on the health-care system.
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Five areas are identified as key to active aging: physical activity, healthy eating, living tobacco free, falls prevention, and social connectedness.
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The cornerstone of Canada's retirement income system, provides you with a modest pension at age 65 if you have lived in Canada for at least 10 years.
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Educates, empowers and supports individuals and communities in the risk-reduction and treatment of osteoporosis. If you are at risk for osteoporosis, you should become aware of the factors that will increase the likelihood of falling.
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Heirs and beneficiaries of deceased persons when there is no one willing or able to administer their estates, the estates of missing persons, and the beneficiaries of personal trusts.
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A monthly magazine profiling the lives and achievements of active seniors. Along with articles about seniors themselves, the magazine contains a selection of articles related to gardening, health, finances, food, and a variety of other topics.
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A fast and straightforward way for seniors, their families, caregivers and organizations that support them to access authoritative and trusted information provided by governments and well known non-government organizations.
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Seniors Serving Seniors Association
Seniors Serving Seniors Association of BC (SSS) a non-profit, non-partisan organization whose purpose is to promote the well-being of senior citizens.
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Silver Threads Service operates in two locations within the Capital Regional District. Both our Saanich Centre and Downtown Victoria Centre host events and offer several programs and community services.
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To provide exemplary, client-centred services and benefits that respond to the needs of veterans, our other clients and their families, in recognition of their services to Canada; and to keep the memory of their achievements and sacrifices alive for all Canadians.
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