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Apr 21, 2025
Earth Day at Berwick: How BC Retirement Communities Are Living Sustainably
With Earth Day approaching we as a Berwick community, both team members and residents, have been thinking about what it means to have a day dedicated to our collective…
Apr 02, 2025
Retirement and Purpose: How One Berwick Parksville Resident Found Her Voice Through Writing
Chris Neeter is an exceptional writer and proud resident of Berwick Parksville. With a passion for storytelling and a knack for capturing the essence of everyday life, Chris crafts…
Apr 02, 2025
How to Plan for Independent Living in BC: A Step-by-Step Guide for Seniors and Families
Learn how with a little planning and consideration, you can secure your spot at Berwick. The new year is the perfect time to focus on the future and…
Mar 19, 2025
Aquatic Exercise for Seniors in Campbell River: Berwick by the Sea’s Water Fitness Program
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
Exceptional Dining in Senior Living: How Berwick Royal Oak in Changing Culinary Culture
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
Love Found in Retirement: Meet Ed and Doreen, Engaged at Berwick On The Lake, Nanaimo
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
Giving Back: How Berwick Retirement Communities Support Local BC Organizations
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
Five Generations Strong: A Remarkable Family Story at Berwick Parksville Retirement Community
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
Senior Wellness in BC: Small Daily Changes That Improve Health in Retirement
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
How to Choose a Retirement Community in BC: What Families Need to Know Before Moving 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
Three Published Authors Call Berwick Parksville Home — Creativity Thrives in Retirement
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
From Kabul to Victoria: How Berwick Royal Oak Became One New Canadian’s Career Home
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…