Aging & Health
Pacific Medical Training has an article on Aging and Health, delving into various aspects of aging and offering practical insights to maintain optimal health.
UBC Studies for Seniors
UBC is seeking seniors aged 60 and above to participate in two studies. Click on the plus signs below for more information about the research studies and your gift for participating.
UBC is interested in learning about goal pursuit. They ask participants to think about 3 goals and answer questions about their goal progress during a 10 day period. For your participation, you will recieve a $50 Amazon gift card.
Learn MoreUBC researchers are inviting older adults with a study partner to
participate in a study focused on physical activity and nutrition. For your participation, you will receive a $100 Amazon gift card.
Mobile In-home Physiotherapy Services
Healthy aging involves developing and maintaining functional ability, says the World Health Organization (WHO). While social engagement and physical activity are key, challenges like chronic pain, mobility loss, or recovery from surgery can arise. Physiotherapy may help address these issues. Physiotherapist, Carly Peterson, provides a mobile in-home physiotherapy service tailored specifically for seniors.
Note: While the Society typically does not promote individual services or businesses, an exception is being made in this case due to the unique offering and its focus on seniors. No board member has any affiliation or relationship with this business.
Cybersecurity Checklist: For Seniors
RBC has made this checklist for seniors to help you learn how to protect yourself, your family and your digital assets.
Squamish Welcome Centre
The Squamish Welcome Center is a local volunteer-driven non-profit. Here, you’ll find the Migrant Worker Support Program, the Squamish Community Bookstore & Computer Lab and so much more!
The Squamish Welcome Centre offers a weekly Chess Club on Saturdays from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, and Sundays 7:00 pm to late. The club is free and open to everyone, no matter your experience – beginners and experts welcome.
The computer lab has two computers available during bookstore hours for $1.00 per half-hour, black & white printing, and free public wi-fi access. In addition, there is a free laptop loan program for Squamish residents. For more information visit their website Welcome
Squamish: or call the front desk: 604.815.4142
Squamish Community Bookstore is accepting book donations. Please contact: for more information about donations. The bookstore has a wide selection of books and they are all just $2 each
Squamish Adventure Centre Gift Store - 15% Discount for Locals
Did you know that Squamish locals receive a 15% community discount? Drop by any Tuesday between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm and take advantage of a 15% discount on everything from outdoor gear to souvenirs (some items are excluded – jewlry, books, art prints, games, and local honey).
Be sure to bring ID showing your local address.
Members with @shaw.ca Email Addresses
It has come to our attention that some members with @shaw.ca addresses are not receiving emails with attachments. A big thank you to one of our members for sharing these easy steps to fix the problem.
