Lionsview Seniors' Planning Society

11/14/2025

Falls often happen where we feel safest - at home. A few small changes can make a big difference.
Use this handy checklist to help prevent falls in your home.
👉 https://ow.ly/h7CV50XrnXI

11/13/2025

Check out the behind the scenes of Silver Harbour Seniors' Activity Centre upcoming Christmas Market held on Saturday.

Hope to see you there!✨

Seniors at the Silver Harbour Centre in North Vancouver are busy preparing hand-crafted goods for the centre's annual Christmas market on Nov. 15. Angelina R...

11/13/2025

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults in Canada, but most are preventable.

Every year, 20–30% of older Canadians experience at least one fall, and the impact can change lives.

This November, let’s raise awareness and take action to reduce falls and protect independence.

Stay tuned, as we share tips and tricks to help prevent falls.

Learn more at http://fallpreventionmonth.ca

10/30/2025

📢 Today is which is a day to celebrate the sector’s essential economic and social contributions and to deepen understanding of the people and communities we support.

At Lionsview, we’re proud non-profit supporting seniors and strengthening community by fostering inclusion, connection, and advocacy for older adults on the North Shore.

💙 Your donation helps us continue this important work.

👉 Donate today: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/9475

More information about BC Non-Profit Day: https://bcnonprofitday.ca/

10/29/2025

What makes a community truly safe for older adults?

Is it access to trusted services, strong local connections, or simply knowing that neighbours are looking out for one another?

At BC CRN, we believe safety starts with awareness, respect, and community connection. When people know the signs of abuse, neglect, and self-neglect and feel confident speaking up, prevention becomes everyone’s responsibility.

We want to hear from you.

👉 What do you think helps older adults feel safe, respected, and included where you live?

Share your thoughts below.

Your ideas might inspire others to make their communities stronger and more connected.

10/29/2025

Catch up on what’s new this October! 🍂 From ageism awareness to local events and community highlights.

📰 Read our latest monthly newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/eb9468fc224f/lionsview-news-whats-new-in-the-community-40447

10/22/2025

📣 In case you missed it…

The latest Older & Wiser column by Margaret Coates is now out in the North Shore News! 📰

In honour of Ageism Awareness Day, Margaret reminds us that one of the most meaningful ways to celebrate seniors is by recognizing ageism and its real impacts, and by working together to challenge the stereotypes and barriers that older adults continue to face.

Read the full article using the link below, or through the North Shore News website:
https://www.lionsviewseniorsplanning.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ageism-Awareness-Day.pdf

10/08/2025

How do we challenge ageism?

1️⃣ Update policies and laws so they are fair for all ages
2️⃣ Educate people to challenge stereotypes
3️⃣ Create more chances for different generations to connect

Together, these steps make change possible in our communities and in society.

For more info and resources: https://www.aworld4allages.org/about

10/07/2025

Why does ageism matter?

Ageism is not just unfair. It can harm health, shorten lives, and increase loneliness and poverty. It can also lead to discrimination in health care, work, and community life.

Ending ageism is about protecting dignity, health, and rights for all people.

10/06/2025

Where does ageism show up? 👀

🏛️ Institutional: When laws, policies, or systems treat people differently based on age.
➡️ Example: Mandatory retirement policies that limit older adults’ participation in the workforce.

💬 Interpersonal: In everyday interactions that reinforce stereotypes or exclude people.
➡️ Example: Assuming an older person can’t navigate online services or digital forms.

🪞 Self-directed: When we internalize negative messages about aging.
➡️ Example: Believing “I’m too old to volunteer or learn new skills.”

Ageism is everywhere - once we understand it better, we can challenge it.