Aging in Place on the Sunshine Coast

Many Sunshine Coast residents would like to remain in their homes and communities as they age. Whether you're planning ahead, helping a parent, or considering a future move, understanding the local resources available can make all the difference.

As a long-time Sunshine Coast resident and REALTOR®, Bob has helped many clients navigate housing decisions related to retirement, downsizing, accessibility, and aging in place. This page brings together useful local resources for seniors and their families.

Thinking about downsizing or your next move?

Talk it through with Bob.

Whether you're considering staying in your current home, downsizing to something easier to maintain, or exploring retirement-friendly housing options, Bob is happy to help you think through the practical next step. Call 604-740-4735 or email bmichor@gmail.com.

Contact Bob

7 numbers every Sunshine Coast senior should know

1. Personal health

Your doctor's office

2. Home Health

604-741-0726
Sunshine Coast Home & Community Care

3. Mental Health

604-885-6101
Older Adult Mental Health Team

4. Better at Home

Gibsons/Sechelt: 604-885-5881 ext. 249
Pender Harbour: 604-212-2232

Local contacts and resources

Contact details can change, so confirm directly before relying on any phone number, address, or email. These are useful starting points from Bob's aging-in-place notes.

Office of the Seniors Advocate BC

seniorsadvocatebc.ca
info@seniorsadvocatebc.ca
Toll-free: 1-877-952-3181

Pender Harbour Health Centre

5066 Francis Peninsula Road, Madeira Park
Nick Gaskin, Executive Director
nick.gaskin@penderharbourhealth.com
Office: 604-883-2764

Vancouver Coastal Health - Sunshine Coast Home Support

5630 Inlet Avenue, Sechelt
Intake: 604-741-0726

Sunshine Coast Housing Coordinator

Kelly Foley
kelly@coverthecoast.org

Senior's Community Connector

Tanis Watson
scc@resourcecentre.ca
604-989-4945
5674 Cowrie Street, Sechelt

Caregiver Support Coordinator

Courtney Cole
caregivers@resourcecentre.ca
604-741-2470
5674 Cowrie Street, Sechelt

A final note

The Sunshine Coast offers a strong network of services that can help seniors remain independent and connected to their communities. If you have questions about housing options, accessibility, downsizing, or finding the right home for your next stage of life, Bob is happy to help.

Bob Michor

Sunshine Coast Lifestyle Specialist
RE/MAX City Realty
604-740-4735
bmichor@gmail.com