Blog
Mar 19, 2025
Working out in the Water – Berwick by the Sea’s Aquatic Exercise Program Takes Off
Water aerobics is an extremely versatile form of exercise with a lot of benefits. This fun exercise is also one of the best low-impact ways for seniors to stay active…
Mar 03, 2025
Changing the Culinary Culture at Berwick
At Berwick Royal Oak, dining transcends the simple act of eating — it’s an experience that fosters connection, joy, and a sense of community. “Mealtimes are a time…
Feb 10, 2025
Meet Ed and Doreen – Berwick On The Lake’s Newly Engaged Couple
Ed and Doreen both lived in Nanaimo, but didn’t meet until they were both living at Berwick On The Lake. Doreen moved in there three years ago and Ed shortly…
Feb 04, 2025
Berwick supports Maritime Museum of BC, a local organization that offers opportunities for the community to explore our nautical history.
At Berwick, we’re passionate about supporting the communities to which we belong and to creating a healthier, more sustainable and more equitable world. We focus our charitable giving on our…
Jan 29, 2025
Meet Parksville’s Louise – A Fifth Generation Matriarch
Louise is not Berwick Parksville’s oldest resident, but she is the matriarch of five generations, and one granddaughter and one great granddaughter also work at Berwick Parksville! Born in…
Jan 08, 2025
Small steps, big changes: Wellness tips for seniors in 2025
From yoga to walking groups, discover how small steps can lead to big improvements in flexibility, strength and balance The new year is often associated with setting goals and…
Dec 16, 2024
The Road to Berwick
Are you or a loved one considering a move to a senior living community? This is a big decision and it’s worth taking the time to find a place…
Nov 26, 2024
Meet Berwick Parksville’s Three Published Authors
Some of us in our pre-Berwick days have published papers for or through work or published cookbooks as fundraisers. Yours truly, Chris Neeter, produced two such cookbooks and wrote…
Oct 17, 2024
“Now I have hope”: Khairuddin’s journey from Kabul to Victoria
For Khairuddin, the journey from Kabul to New Delhi, to finally landing on his feet in Victoria, was arduous and uncertain, but well worth it. As a maintenance…
Oct 03, 2024
Berwick Qualicum Beach’s Traveling Ukulele Band
This ukulele band “Strings & Sings” is a 27-piece band made up of residents who learned the ukulele two years ago, and many had never played an instrument before. They…