Links to Helpful Senior Care Resources

As the saying goes, “Knowledge is power.” At Senior Helpers, we see the truth in that saying all the time, when our clients and their families are informed, they feel empowered to decide what is best for their situations.

There is a wealth of resources available for senior citizens and their families, covering every topic from general care to specific illnesses. Learn from these resources to make informed decision about your family’s needs. The more informed you are, the better we can serve you. We have gathered trusted, informative resources to help you find solutions to your senior home care needs.

Our Community Partners

M2 Graphix

M2 Graphix is a full-service design, print, and vehicle wrap company based in Victoria, BC, specializing in high-quality graphics for businesses and personal vehicles. We handle everything in-house—from concept and design to production and professional installation—so our clients get consistent, top-tier results every time. Whether it’s fleet branding, signage, decals, or custom wraps, we help you stand out and make a lasting impression. As we like to say: Don’t Drive Naked.

Power To Be

POWER TO BE is a registered charity on a mission to OPEN NATURE TO EVERYONE — creating access for youth, adults, and families facing cognitive, physical, financial, and social barriers.

SINCE 1998, their team has been delivering LIFE-CHANGING, ACCESSIBLE OUTDOOR ADVENTURES — from kayaking and hiking to rock climbing and beyond.

Rooted in INCLUSION, RECONCILIATION, AND ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP, Power To Be creates SAFE, WELCOMING, AND SUSTAINABLE SPACES at their incredible site on PROSPECT LAKE.

Freedom Adventure Bus

FAB - Freedom Adventure Bus - is more than transportation; it is a community connector.

We support independence and belonging by creating accessible opportunities for people to explore, socialize, and enjoy meaningful adventures together. We believe everyone deserves the choice to live an active, fulfilling life with access to nature and community spaces.

As a family-owned society, FAB is proud to serve our community with safe, comfortable, and fully accessible transportation. Our buses accommodate all mobility aids, including walkers, power scooters, and electric wheelchairs, ensuring dignified and secure travel for everyone.

Together with our partners, we are helping remove barriers, foster inclusion, and create memorable shared experiences.

Join FAB on the road and Start Your Fun With Us!

We truly value partnerships that strengthen community connections and support inclusive, nature-based experiences. 

City Wide Scooters

City Wide Scooters is proud to support seniors and veterans in our community by making mobility easier and more accessible. Through dependable equipment, flexible rentals, and ongoing service, they help clients stay active, safe, and confident in their everyday lives.

Our Stadacona Business Centre Partners

Meet Our Preferred Mobility Partner: Common Sense Orthotics! 

Your mobility needs are in good hands with Common Sense Orthotics, your local Canadian Certified Pedorthists.  Book an assessment to better understand your personal walking mechanics, and learn if orthotics, bracing or compression could help reduce your pain.  Common Sense Orthotics provides individualized care plans to help you walk with ease and confidence! We are here to support you, step by step!
Phone: 250-595-3616
Email: info@orthotics.bc.ca
 

Shine Cafe

Shine Café has been serving Victoria’s best brunch since 2004. We are a friendly, family run business that consistently provides excellent food and service. We look forward to serving you soon!
 

Cosmos Pizza & Pasta

Cosmos Pizza & Pasta is a beloved local spot known for fresh ingredients, rich flavours, and hearty portions. From classic pizzas to delicious pastas and gluten-free pizza options, everything is made with care. We’re proud to serve the community with quality, comfort, and great taste.
 

Tartan Toque

The Tartan Toque is a long running local establishment that prioritizes fresh, local and most importantly delicious food and drink for our customers.  We are very well known for our wings, burgers and local brews on tap (not to mention an abundance of other options).  Everything is made in house and we proudly have many gluten free/celiac offerings.  We also are very family oriented and love to connect with everyone who comes in to experience what we have to offer.
 

InsureBizz Financial

InsureBizz Financial provides Insurance and investment brokering services with expertise in Tax Free Retirement Income planning, Risk management and Estate planning. Helping individuals, families, and corporate business owners to protect their income, accumulate wealth, and minimize taxes.
 

Capital City Transistor and Valve

CCTV is Victoria's Weirdest repair shop. We service all manner of audio electronics - if it runs on electrons, we can fix it. CCTV is the go-to shop for Long & McQuade, listening lounges, clubs, studios, and musicians who just need a quick no-fuss repair. We specialize in repairs that most other repair shops would deem un-repairable.
 

Nailz Boutique

Nailz Boutique primarily specializes in foot care. Their services include pedicures, manicures, acrylic nails, UV gel nails, waxing, and eyelash extensions.

Subway

Subway is a quick service restaurant, with a casual atmosphere and a focus on customization and freshness. We are best known for our made-to-order submarine sandwiches (subs), wraps and salad. We have an iconic name and international presence but Subway Stadacona is proudly locally owned and operated.

Urban Lotus

Urban Lotus is an integrative holistic healing clinic dedicated to excellent care and support to individuals and communities. We offer a variety of modalities that support and encourage the body’s innate healing abilities.Our mission is to create a safe and peaceful healing space where true balance and vibrancy can be realized. We are committed to the integration of body, mind, spirit and community and are passionate in our desire to help people experience full, healthy and happy lives.

Once Upon A Child

We buy and sell gently used kids' stuff. 

National Resouces

Alzheimer Society Canada

The Alzheimer Society is the leading not-for-profit health organization working nationwide to improve the quality of life for Canadians affected by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias and advance the search for the cause and cure. Active in communities right across Canada, the Society has programs and services near you.

Alz.Org

As the world’s leading voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support, and research, the Alzheimer’s Association strives to improve quality of life for those facing Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. It funds critical research, provides education and resources, raises awareness, and advocates in partnership with government, private, and nonprofit organizations for a solution to the global Alzheimer’s epidemic.

Teepa Snow- Positive Approach to Care

Senior Helpers is honored to partner with dementia care expert Teepa Snow, a nationally renowned leader in the senior care industry with more than 30 years’ experience. Read more about Teepa here.

The Michael J Fox Foundation

The Michael J. Fox Foundation is dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease through an aggressively funded research agenda and to ensuring the development of improved therapies for those living with Parkinson's today.

Parkinson Canada

Parkinson Canada is the national voice of Canadians living with Parkinson’s disease. From diagnosis to discovery, Parkinson Canada guides the way for Canadians to live well with Parkinson’s disease through education, advocacy, and support services.

Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada

For more than 60 years, Heart & Stroke has been dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Its work has saved thousands of lives and improved the lives of millions of others. You’ll probably run into someone today who is alive and well thanks to the countless Canadians who have supported the Heart & Stroke cause with their time and donations.

Government of Canada Seniors Information

Find information for seniors, their families, their caregivers, and supporting service organizations on federal, provincial, territorial, and some municipal government benefits and services.

Canadian Diabetes Association

Today, the Canadian Diabetes Association is active in more than 150 Canadian communities and supports people living with diabetes through research, advocacy, education, and services.