CARLTON HOUSE NEWS

summer 2014
masters of the grill
Barbeque season has arrived at
Carlton House! Our talented
chefs will be grilling a variety
of delicious meats and summer
vegetables for our much-antic-
ipated annual BBQ Bufet.
lavender fields forever
Is anything more picturesque
than a feld of lavender in the
summertime? Well be heading
to Happy Valley Lavender
Farm this summer for a picnic
and to learn more about one of
our favourite blooms.
chemainus theatre
Te trip to the Chemainus
Teatre Festival is an annual
tradition at Carlton House,
and this year were looking
forward to a spectacular
rendition of Les Miz.
adieu and bon voyage
Our beloved long-time
director Seona Stephen is
retiring in and well be giving
her the send-of she deserves -
in style - this August.
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Tis summer Carlton
House is saying good-bye to
its beloved Executive Direc-
tor Seona Stephen, who has
overseen the residence since it
opened in 2005.
Seona began her career in
Edinburgh, Scotland as a nurse
before moving to Edmonton,
Vancouver and eventually Vic-
toria, where she was the Direc-
tor of Nursing at both Victo-
ria General and Royal Jubilee
Hospitals, and later became a
strong senior advocate through
her work in retirement resi-
dences and her time as Presi-
dent of the B.C. Seniors Living
Association.
Over her ten years at Carl-
ton House, Seona has worn
many hats, directing construc-
tion crews, counselling seniors
and their families, and even
flling in as a dishwasher on
more than a few occasions. She
has dressed up as a mermaid,
an Arabian princess, a cowgirl
and a witch, all to the delight
of the many residents that have
called Carlton House home
over the years.
Teyve been part of my
life for nearly 10 years, Seona
says of the residents. Teyre
like part of my family.
Much as she will miss them
in the days following her re-
tirement this August, they will
miss her just as much.
Shes a huge part of our
home away from home, says
one long-time Carlton House
resident. For me, she is the
place, and what a wonderful
place shes made.
Seona has shared with
staf, residents and families
her wisdom, compassion and
exceptional intuition. Carl-
ton House thanks her for her
decade of service, and above
all the exceptional compas-
sion she has shown toward
residents and their families.
seona bids farewell to c.h.
Summer Garden Party

Please join us for an afternoon tea featuring delicious food,
inspiring surroundings and elegant enertainment.
Saturday August 23, 2014 at 2:00pm
2080 Oak Bay Avenue

Seating is limited, call to reserve your spot: 250-595-1914
Stay hydrated! Drink cold
non-alcoholic, non-caffein-
ated beverages throughout
the day, ensuring at least
eight glasses of water are
consumed daily more if
youre perspiring heavily or
are especially active.
Stay indoors during the
hottest part of the day
when the UV rays from the
sun are at their strongest
(generally, between 10 am
and 2 pm).
If you do decide to venture
outdoors, make sure to
wear lightweight, loose-ft-
ting clothes, a hat, sunglass-
es and plenty of sunscreen
(SPF 30 or higher is best).
Avoid strenuous physical
activities, especially during
peak heat. Try to ft your
exercise and physical activi-
ties in before the tempera-
tures rise later in the day.
Eat light foods, like yogurt,
fruits and vegetables in
small portions throughout
the day. Heavier foods and
large portions can cause
the body to overwork and
overheat as you digest.
Invest in an affordable air
conditioner for when heat
is excessive, or seek out
air-conditioned spaces like
shopping malls and libraries.
Get plenty of rest, and
take a cool shower, bath or
sponge bath if you feel the
heat is getting to you.
Victoria is beautiful year-
round, but the combination
of warm sunny days, school
holidays and long weekends
means the city swells with visitors
in July and August. Whether you
live elsewhere and are planning
a summer getaway to Victoria,
or you live here and are hosting
out-of-town guests, here are a
few ideas of how to spend the
summer in our fair city.

Visit the Robert Bateman
Museum
Debuting this summer in
the space that used to be the
Victoria Wax Museum, the
Bateman Centre ofers an in-
credible display of Batmans art-
work sure to delight and inspire
nature-lovers and artistic types
of all ages.

Bike or stroll Beach
Drive
In Victoria, youre never
far from the sea, and sce-
nic Beach Drive in Oak Bay
is one of the best places in
town to experience the beauty
of the ocean. Pack a picnic
lunch, slap on some sunscreen
and have a great day outside!
Have tea at the Abkhazi
Gardens
Spanning over an acre, the
Abkhazi Gardens in Victorias
Fairfeld neighbourhood is a re-
laxing retreat and an astound-
ing botanical display of colour-
ful Rhododendrons, Japanese
maples and even native Garry
Oaks. Te gardens have a tea
room on-site open seven days
a week from 11am to 4pm.
Have a market day
Victoria is home to a good
number of summer farm-
ers markets in the summer
months, one of the best being
the Sidney Market on Tursday
nights starting at 5:30pm. Moss
Street, Oak Bay and Govern-
ment Street also host their own
markets showcasing the islands
best organic produce, artisan
crafs and handmade clothing.
Hit the beach
Willows Beach in Oak Bay
is Victorias sandiest, most ex-
pansive beach, with shallow,
warm waters perfect for taking
a dip. Its a great place for kids,
so bring your sand pails and
shovels and have a sandcastle-
making contest!

Do a wine tour
Relax and enjoy an afer-
noon or evening with friends
in style. Several local outfts of-
fer tours of local wineries and
vineyards on the Saanich Pen-
ninsula and Cowichan Valley,
many including lunch or din-
ner and transportation to and
from downtown. What could
be better than sipping chardon-
nay, nibbling tapas and taking
in some beautiful scenery?

Retail therapy
For a city of its size, Victo-
ria boasts an impressive number
of great shops. From haute cou-
ture to denim, fne art to vintage
thrif, jewelery to books, shop-
pers will be pleasantly surprised
to fnd an array of locally-owned
boutiques and businesses that
satisfy their desires.
Summer sun and
heat tips for seniors
Summer in the city
spotlight on: senior moving specialists
Moving is a stressful ordeal
no matter what your age, but
for seniors, many of whom
have lived in their homes for
decades and accumulated
large amounts of furniture,
paperwork and family memo-
rabilia, the prospect of mov-
ing house is an especially
daunting prospect.
Add to this the fact that
families are ofen dispersed
over vast geographical areas
and children and relatives are
not always able to step in to
help with the downsizing or co-
ordinating the sale of the home,
and things get really difcult.
Many people dont know
that an entire industry has
emerged over the past decade or
so to meet the needs of seniors
and their families who want to
make a move, but are struggling
to do so when time, geography
and know-how arent on their
side. Enter Senior Relocation
and Transition Specialists, pro-
fessionals who understand the
complexities around moving
seniors, who can handle every-
thing from estate sales to closet
organization.
Jill Phipps owns and oper-
ates Home Again Seniors Tran-
sition Services in Greater Vic-
toria. She says she and her team
are seasoned downsizers, and
what may seem like an insur-
mountable task to a senior (or
anyone not experienced in the
art of downsizing) is just part of
a days work for them.
We can assist with every-
thing from downsizing, prepar-
ing your home for sale, foor
planning, packing and unpack-
ing and dealing with all of the
household contents you leave
behind, she says. For many
people, one look in the base-
ment is enough to make you
think maybe next year, but we
never want the move itself to
prevent you from making a life-
style change.
Having someone to man-
age the details, do the heavy
lifing and ensure everything
goes smoothly spares seniors
much of the stress, fatigue and
emotional upheaval associated
with moving, she says. Plus,
move managers have all kinds
of connections and creative
tools at their fngertips that the
average person doesnt.
But there are other advan-
tages to hiring a Senior Reloca-
tion and Transition Specialist to
help with your move too.
With a growing popula-
tion of seniors comes a growing
potential for exploitation. As
a certifed professional desig-
nation, Senior Relocation and
Transition Specialists must ad-
here to a strict code of ethics
which protects seniors from
exploitation by other aging ser-
vices that prey upon vulnerable
populations.
Hiring a move manager
also ensures that downsizing
and selling a seniors home is
carried out in a respectful and
dignified manner. Sometimes,
children fly home for just a
few days, park a dumpster in
the driveway and set about
selling and trashing and mov-
ing as quickly as possible. By
contrast, Senior Relocation
and Transition Specialists take
the time to go through every-
thing with the senior home
owner, acknowledging the
emotional weight possessions
hold, while saving sons and
daughters a costly and stress-
ful trip home.
Children who might oth-
erwise have had to take a week
of work or fy across the coun-
try to move a parent can rest as-
sured knowing that their parent
is being well supported through
the process, says Phipps.
It also cant be overstated
that hiring a move manager
reduces stress not just for the
senior but for the entire fam-
ily.All families have history,
and sometimes challenging
dynamics that can create fric-
tion during whats already an
emotional time. Keeping the
kids out of the picture keeps
families from fighting about
whats best for mom or dad,
and ensures that the senior
feels in control of their move,
and like their needs are being
put first.
Phipps says that while se-
niors ofen aim to stay in their
homes for as long as possible,
there comes a time when the
demands become burdensome
and a move to somewhere more
suitable must be made.
When the physical move
itself becomes the barrier be-
tween you and a more carefree
lifestyle, consider consulting a
transition specialist and fnd
out how we can help seniors get
from here to there with their
grace and good humour intact.
Jill Phipps at Home Again
Senior Transition Services of-
fers free consultations to seniors
throughout the Greater Victoria
area. Call 250-984-4044.
Jill Phipps, owner of Home
Again Seniors Transition Ser-
vices in Victoria.
Carlton House of Oak Bay is one of the most sought
after retirement homes in western Canada. Centred
in the highly desirable community of Oak Bay, near
downtown Victoria, Carlton House combines quiet
elegance and unparalleled amenities in a secure and
supportive environment.
Built in 2005, the residence features 87 private apart-
ments, many with balconies overlooking manicured
gardens and a courtyard. Living at Carlton House also
includes a complete package of services ranging from
weekly housekeeping to nutritious meals to exercise
classes and even an in-house hair salon!
Call Alanna Hardinge-Rooney, Community Relations
to learn more and book your tour.
250-595-1914
As temperatures rise this
summer, seniors need to
be especially diligent about
staying properly hydrated.
Not getting enough liquids
can lead to big problems, in-
cluding urinary tract infec-
tions, low blood pressure,
heart palpitations, impaired
cognition, dizziness and
fainting.
Seniors are especially
prone to dehydration be-
cause as people get older,
body water content de-
creases and the ability of
the kidneys to concentrate
urine and retain water is
reduced. Many seniors
also have health conditions
that make them less able to
adapt to heat and suscep-
tible to dehydration.
Maintaining a steady
fuid intake is key for se-
niors during the hot sum-
mer months. Seniors need
to be cognizant about the
risks and make proper hy-
dration a priority. Here are
some tips to stay healthy and
hydrated:
1. Start each day with a
tall glass of water.
2. Keep a jug full of ice
water with slices of lemon,
cucumber or other fruits in
your fridge and fll your glass
throughout the day.
3. If youre going out, al-
ways take a reusable water
bottle with you. Dont rely on
seeking out water fountains.
4. Focus on getting at
least 2 servings of fruits
and vegetables at each meal.
Fresh produce is brimming
with water and include nu-
trients that help your body
absorb and use it properly.
5. Drink at least 8 oz. wa-
ter every time you take your
medications.
6. Cook with good, high-
quality sea salt, which will
help with cell health and hy-
dration. Sea salt contains less
sodium than regular table
salt.
7. Be especially conscien-
tious about your fuid intake
if youre engaging in any type
of exercise or prolonged ex-
posure to heat. Bottoms up!
tips for staying hydrated this summer