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  • December 20, 2024 | 4:00PM-6:00PM This holiday season, the Mayne Island Assisted Living Society (MIALS) invites you to come together in a special evening of remembrance at the serene and beautiful Japanese Memorial Gardens. On December 20, 2024, we will pause to honour the lives of loved ones who have passed away in a heartfelt…

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  • The Heartbeat of Our Community On Mayne Island, the quiet stories of creating an age-friendly community often go unnoticed. Alongside these stories are the unsung heroes who work behind the scenes: our volunteers. These indispensable individuals are the lifeblood of the Mayne Island Assisted Living Society (MIALS), ensuring our programs, services, and support reach those…

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  • Getting in and out of a car can be a challenge! Learn some tips and tricks to help! Join Chris Kennedy, a physiotherapist from InReach Physio to learn about how best to get your loved one with limited mobility get in and out of your car. Chris will be giving some tips and tricks to…

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  • Working in tandem with MIHCA to support community aging in health on the island. MIALS is proud to be supporting Care Receivers through a Care Receiver Support Group at the Mayne Island Community Centre from 1:30PM to 3:00PM on the second and fourth Thursday of each month starting October 24th. Caregivers are welcome to use…

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  • As we go about our daily lives on Mayne Island—grocery shopping, walking our dogs, or enjoying a coffee at our favorite spots—it’s easy to forget that some of our neighbours are navigating challenges we can’t see. These are the invisible stories of people aging in place, facing needs that aren’t apparent to most of us…

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  • Explore mindful movement to great tunes! Join us on Wednesday mornings to be a part of a supportive, friendly environment and connect with your community. Led by Meg Ferris, Move & Groove is a drop in, morning offering. Open to everyone on Mayne; we encourage all ability and mobility, no experience is needed (only a…

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  • This year is lucky number seven! Knowing the importance of food, gathering, and community support makes us very proud of our Lunch Bunch Program which celebrates its 7th year this September. We are so appreciative of the Lunch Bunch Team who always serve with their hearts first. We also want to acknowledge our tireless volunteer…

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  • Join us to explore the Saanich Flavour Trail! Join Patti and Tim with the Day Tripper to experience the Flavour Trail, receive a goody bag and take part in a raffle! Highlighting some of the stellar offerings of our neighbouring communities, Patty and Tim will escort the group through various restaurants, breweries, and market stops…

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  • Explore Mayne Island with the MIALS Day Tripper Bus! Are you ready for an adventure around Mayne Island? The Mayne Island Assisted Living Society (MIALS) is excited to announce the launch of our new MIALS Day Tripper bus service, our TRIAL RUN! This is the perfect opportunity for residents of all ages to explore the…

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  • A Poetry and Print Project by Creative CafeFeatured at the Miners Bay Dock Wednesday, August 28 – September 25th 2024 What is the Colour Palette of Joy? Over the summer, participants of Creative Cafe got inspired (as many often do!) by our island. We started by talking about what makes us joyful here on the…

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  • A Transition in the Mayne Island Assisted Living Society Board As the Mayne Island Assisted Living Society (MIALS) continues its mission to serve our community, we recognize the invaluable contributions of those who have dedicated their time and expertise to lead our organization. This year, we bid a fond farewell to Beth Cooper as she…

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  • MIALS Bus Survey Results: A Community Snapshot We had a grand time at the Farmer’s Market on the July long weekend! In case you didn’t stop by, MIALS sought feedback about its Day Tripper bus service. This engagement has provided valuable insights into the community’s perception and potential use of the Day Tripper bus program.…

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