We're here to provide our Langford families with the same level of care and attention that we're known for, making sure their loved ones are well taken care of.
Live-in care offers the unparalleled advantage of constant, personalized support in the comfort of one's own home. We start by listening. We believe in nurturing relationships that go beyond the typical caregiver-client dynamic, embracing each person's uniqueness and individuality. Our team is growing, and with each new member, we're able to extend our reach, touching more lives and making a broader positive impact.
Embarking on your journey with Just Like Family Home Care is straightforward and stress-free. We understand that each family's financial situation is unique, and we're committed to providing flexible payment solutions to accommodate your needs. Explore Just Like Family Home Care - Richmond & Delta here. This approach allows us to provide care that's not only effective but also enhances our clients' quality of life.
John credits his recovery to the support and encouragement our caregivers provided every step of the way. Moreover, we continually adjust and refine our care plans based on feedback and changing needs, ensuring that our care remains as dynamic as the lives of those we serve. Home safety modifications That's why our services also include social interaction and activities that keep our clients engaged and connected to the community. Bathing and grooming care
Our approach is flexible, allowing us to tailor our services to fit the unique preferences and requirements of each client. This approach ensures that the support we provide isn't just professional but deeply personal, making our clients feel just like family. By extending our services, we're not just offering personal and respite care; we're providing peace of mind to families and a boost to local health ecosystems.
West Vancouver is home to the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal, one of the main transportation hubs connecting the British Columbia mainland and Vancouver Island, and to much of Cypress Provincial Park.
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It's a significant step forward in our journey to ensure no one is left without the care they deserve. We stay updated with public health guidelines, ensuring our practices reflect the latest advice to combat health risks. Recognizing the unique needs of our seniors, Just Like Family Home Care Services offers tailored solutions to support their independence and well-being. We're passionate about getting to know each client on a deeper level. We understand the importance of finding a care solution that feels just like family, offering a blend of professional expertise and heartfelt compassion.
For those who are considering joining us, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
We're committed to being there for our clients, offering everything from daily living assistance to more specialized care services. Building on our expansion announcement, let's take a closer look at the communities we're now serving, starting with Home health care Langford. Whether it's help with grocery shopping, medication reminders, or a friendly conversation, we're there to provide support. We're excited to announce our plans to expand our services and reach more families in need of compassionate care. From daily living assistance to more specialized care for those with chronic conditions, our aim is to enhance the quality of life for both our clients and their families.
Our skilled caregivers also provide companionship, engaging clients in conversations, activities, and outings that keep them connected to the world around them. We've often pondered whether a truly personalized approach to home care could make a significant difference in the lives of those both young and old. It's not just about providing assistance with daily tasks; it's about creating meaningful connections that enrich their lives. Our goal is to match you with services and caregivers that align with your lifestyle and preferences. Palliative care services
Building on the foundation of community benefits, we're enhancing our offerings to include a wider range of services tailored to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Home health care services Starting your journey with our compassionate home care services is a simple and straightforward process. Furthermore, we're proud to contribute to the local economy by creating job opportunities in the healthcare sector. Compatibility is key to us, ensuring that the caregiver not only meets the physical needs of our clients but also connects with them on a personal level.
Nestled between the mountains and the sea, Home health care Langford offers a scenic backdrop for our compassionate care services. That's why we're committed to offering compassionate, high-quality care that feels just like family. Each area has been chosen for its unique needs and the potential for our services to enhance the lives of its residents. At Just Like Family, we're committed to extending our care beyond the conventional boundaries, ensuring everyone in our community feels like part of the family.
Next, we're branching out to Langford. This rapidly growing community on Vancouver Island has shown a significant need for high-quality home care services. Discovering our reliable, compassionate service meant she could breathe easier, knowing her father was in good hands, day and night. Our mission has always been to provide compassionate, individualized care that feels just like family, and we're bringing that same commitment to these new areas. Heart disease home care This approach builds trust and ensures that the care plan always aligns with what's best for our clients and their families.
Wondering how to initiate services with Just Like Family Home Care? In Richmond, as in all the communities we serve, we're not just providing care; we're enriching lives. As we explore the significance of compassion in home care and introduce you to our dedicated team, we invite you to discover how Just Like Family Home Care stands out in providing care that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Their expertise isn't just in health management-it extends to creating meaningful connections and providing emotional support that's so crucial for our clients' wellbeing.
By tailoring their services to meet the individual needs of each client, they're challenging the one-size-fits-all mentality that has long dominated the industry. Our approach is holistic, focusing on physical, emotional, and social support to foster an atmosphere of care and respect. With a caregiver always at hand, we've observed a significant improvement in the quality of life for our clients. Our team of caregivers in Home health care Langford is carefully selected to match the specific needs and personalities of our clients.
They're equipped to handle a wide range of healthcare needs, from wound care and medication management to chronic disease monitoring and post-operative care. This hands-on experience makes them incredibly adaptable, ready to tailor their approach to fit each client perfectly. With Just Like Family Home Care, you're assured of comprehensive daily living assistance that respects your independence while providing the support you need. This emotional support can significantly uplift the spirits of our clients, making them feel connected and part of a community.
In Home health care Langford, we cater to those who cherish the tranquility but still require the reassurance of having dedicated care nearby. We're not just offering care; we're delivering peace of mind to families and a sense of dignity to our clients. In addition to our nursing care services, Just Like Family Home Care also offers companionship options to meet the social and emotional needs of our clients. We're dedicated to ensuring that our presence brings not only health and well-being but also a deeper sense of unity to the areas we're privileged to serve.
After discussing your specific needs and budget, we can tailor a payment schedule that aligns with your financial capabilities, ensuring that our services are accessible to those who need them most. Our services also extend to supporting family caregivers, offering them much-needed breaks with the peace of mind that their loved ones are in good hands. We believe in a personalized approach because we know that every individual's situation is unique.
We've expanded our care services to include several new areas, ensuring more families have access to our support. Our approach to care is not just about meeting basic needs; it's about crafting a personalized experience that respects the individuality and dignity of each person we serve. Read more about Home health care Langford here We understand that each person's needs are unique, and that's why we've developed a range of services to help with everyday tasks.
We're actively listening to the families we serve in Home health care Langford, ensuring our care plans aren't just comprehensive but also highly personalized. Our mission is to make quality home care accessible to everyone in these localities, fostering a sense of independence and well-being among our clients.
That's why we're committed to upholding our high standards of care and personalized support in every community we serve. Bathing and grooming care Instead, we sit down with our clients and their families to create a detailed, individualized care plan that addresses their specific needs, preferences, and routines.
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West Vancouver | |
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District municipality | |
| The Corporation of the District of West Vancouver[1] | |
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 Flag  Coat of Arms  Banner of Arms | |
| Nickname: West Van | |
| Motto(s): "Consilio et animis" (English: "By wisdom and courage") | |
 Location of West Vancouver in Metro Vancouver | |
| Coordinates: 49°22′0″N 123°10′0″W / 49.36667°N 123.16667°W | |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Regional district | Metro Vancouver |
| Incorporated | March 15, 1912 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council government |
| • Body | West Vancouver Council |
| • Mayor | Mark Sager |
| • Council | List of councillors |
| • MLA | |
| • MP | Patrick Weiler (Lib.) |
| Area | |
| • Land | 87.18 km2 (33.66 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation [4] (Mt Strachan) | 1,440 m (4,720 ft) |
| Lowest elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Population (2021)[3] | |
| • Total | 44,122 |
| • Estimate (2023)[5] | 46,358 |
| • Density | 506.1/km2 (1,311/sq mi) |
| Demonym | West Vancouverite |
| Time zone | UTC−08:00 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−07:00 (PDT) |
| Forward sortation area | |
| Area codes | 604, 778, 236, 672 |
| Website | westvancouver |
West Vancouver is a district municipality in the province of British Columbia, Canada. A member municipality of the Metro Vancouver Regional District, West Vancouver is situated on the north shore of Burrard Inlet to the northwest of the city of Vancouver. With the District of North Vancouver and the City of North Vancouver, West Vancouver is part of a regional grouping known as the North Shore municipalities. It is among the wealthiest municipalities in Canada by average household net worth.[6]
West Vancouver is home to the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal, one of the main transportation hubs connecting the British Columbia mainland and Vancouver Island, and to much of Cypress Provincial Park.[7]
The Municipality of West Vancouver was incorporated on March 15, 1912, after separating from the District of North Vancouver.[8] The first municipal election was held on April 6, 1912. In November 1938, the Lions Gate Bridge was opened to traffic, allowing extensive growth of the semi-populated community, previously only accessible by ferry. Some homes in West Vancouver date back to the 1920s and 30s, though most of the currently existing dwellings were built in the 1970s and 80s, and mostly in British Pacific Properties' developments.[citation needed]
West Vancouver is mainly a residential district as many residents are retired, work at home,[citation needed] or take the short commute to downtown Vancouver.
A 13-block strip of Marine Drive serves as a commercial district, featuring shops, small offices, garages and gas stations, restaurants, banks, and other common amenities. The area between 13th and 19th Streets is commonly known as Ambleside Village, and the area between 24th and 26th Streets is known as the village of Dundarave. This commercial area is served by the Ambleside Dundarave Business Improvement Association.
West Vancouver is also home to Park Royal Shopping Centre, Canada's first mall. Opened in the 1950s, it now consumes 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) of both sides of Marine Drive near North Vancouver. Park Royal is the second largest mall in British Columbia, after Metropolis at Metrotown in Burnaby. Located nearby is a major bus terminal for Blue Bus and North Vancouver TransLink buses.
The West Vancouver Memorial Library, located in Ambleside, has a circulation rate of 21.32 per capita, the highest circulation rate per capita in Canada.[13]
At the 2021 Canadian census conducted by Statistics Canada, West Vancouver had a population of 44,122 living in 17,690 of its 18,795 total private dwellings, a change of 3.9% from its 2016 population of 42,473. With a land area of 87.18 km2 (33.66 sq mi), it had a population density of 506.1/km2 (1,310.8/sq mi) in 2021.[3]
West Vancouver has the second highest percentage of persons aged 65 or older in BC with 22% of persons fitting into the category, compared with 13% for the rest of the province. The top five professions in West Vancouver are professional science and technical services; retail trade; health care; finance and insurance; and educational services. A large portion of the population is involved in senior management in comparison with the rest of the province.[14]
| Panethnic group | 2021[15] | 2016[16] | 2011[17] | 2006[18] | 2001[19] | |||||
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| Pop. | % | Pop. | % | Pop. | % | Pop. | % | Pop. | % | |
| European[a] | 24,195 | 55.77% | 26,285 | 63.06% | 29,910 | 71.14% | 31,960 | 76.78% | 32,475 | 79.48% |
| East Asian[b] | 9,990 | 23.03% | 8,970 | 21.52% | 5,870 | 13.96% | 5,025 | 12.07% | 4,755 | 11.64% |
| Middle Eastern[c] | 5,310 | 12.24% | 3,915 | 9.39% | 3,445 | 8.19% | 2,480 | 5.96% | 2,055 | 5.03% |
| South Asian | 1,405 | 3.24% | 975 | 2.34% | 1,040 | 2.47% | 950 | 2.28% | 835 | 2.04% |
| Southeast Asian[d] | 770 | 1.77% | 660 | 1.58% | 780 | 1.86% | 490 | 1.18% | 335 | 0.82% |
| Indigenous | 425 | 0.98% | 240 | 0.58% | 265 | 0.63% | 155 | 0.37% | 100 | 0.24% |
| Latin American | 430 | 0.99% | 240 | 0.58% | 185 | 0.44% | 255 | 0.61% | 135 | 0.33% |
| African | 185 | 0.43% | 90 | 0.22% | 185 | 0.44% | 125 | 0.3% | 80 | 0.2% |
| Other[e] | 670 | 1.54% | 310 | 0.74% | 365 | 0.87% | 170 | 0.41% | 100 | 0.24% |
| Total responses | 43,385 | 98.33% | 41,680 | 98.13% | 42,045 | 98.48% | 41,625 | 98.8% | 40,860 | 98.65% |
| Total population[f] | 44,122 | 100% | 42,473 | 100% | 42,694 | 100% | 42,131 | 100% | 41,421 | 100% |
According to the 2021 census, religious groups in West Vancouver included:[15]
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| Mother language | Population | % of total population | % of non-official language population | |
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| English | 28,280 | 67.1 | N/A | |
| Persian | 3,400 | 8.1 | 25.7 | |
| Chinese | n.o.s. | 1,415 | 3.4 | 10.7 |
| Mandarin | 1,335 | 3.2 | 10.1 | |
| Total | 2750 | 6.6 | 20.8 | |
| German | 1,015 | 2.4 | 7.7 | |
| Korean | 915 | 2.2 | 6.9 | |
| French | 545 | 1.3 | N/A | |
As of the 2006 census, the languages spoken in West Vancouver were:
By mother tongue:
By most commonly used household language:
West Vancouver is Canada's wealthiest municipality, with an average household net worth of CA$4,454,424.[6] North Vancouver just next door is the tenth richest. West Vancouver is home to some very large, luxurious and expensive properties and houses. Occasionally, houses have been priced and sold at around $30,000,000. In 2011, West Vancouver's average house sold for over $2,000,000;[21] 95% of the houses or close to 16,000 homes are worth over $1 million. In West Vancouver, average total incomes were $86,253 for males and $48,070 for females, almost double the provincial average. Over 80% of the population has a total family income of at least $100,000.[14]
West Vancouver is served by West Vancouver Municipal Transit, colloquially known as Blue Bus. West Vancouver Municipal Transit is one of two bus companies in the Greater Vancouver region operating under contract for TransLink. Transfer is free between West Vancouver Municipal Transit buses and other TransLink buses.
The only freeway route within municipal limits is British Columbia Highway 1 (part of the Trans-Canada Highway), which begins in the community of Horseshoe Bay and continues east into the District of North Vancouver. Highway 99 also runs through West Vancouver, sharing the freeway alignment with Highway 1 between Horseshoe Bay and Taylor Way, and connects the municipality with Downtown Vancouver (via the Lions Gate Bridge) and Whistler (via the Sea-to-Sky Corridor).
Additionally, BC Ferries operates routes departing from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo, Bowen Island, and the Sunshine Coast.
West Vancouver is known for its parks such as Cypress Provincial Park, which offers scenic views of Howe Sound and the Metro Vancouver area. Whytecliff Park and Lighthouse Park, near the community of Horseshoe Bay, at the continental terminus of the Trans-Canada Highway. All of West Vancouver is situated on the side of the Coast Mountains. Because of this position, many homes in West Vancouver have views of Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, and/or Howe Sound.
Ambleside Park and the 15-block-long West Vancouver Seawall are popular spots for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Whytecliff Park is regarded as one of the best scuba diving spots in Western Canada. The District also has many other small parks, as well as Lighthouse Park at Point Atkinson, which contains some old-growth forest and has with views of Vancouver from downtown to Point Grey and is the boundary-point between English Bay and the Strait of Georgia. John Lawson Park is also another popular area for families, it features a playground for children, an open grass field for families to picnic, and a view of Lions Gate Bridge and the downtown skyline which are both across the water.
West Vancouver has several public recreation facilities including an 18-hole par 3 golf course, a pool, an ice rink, basketball and tennis courts, skate parks and numerous public parks. The West Vancouver Community Centre (or WVCC) has been rebuilt and opened Spring 2009. Cypress Provincial Park also has mountain biking trails and a large ski and snowboard resort, which served as one of the venues for the 2010 Winter Olympics.
As of 2022, the mayor is Mark Sager, who previously served as West Vancouver mayor from 1991 to 1996.
West Vancouver ridings typically include Squamish and Whistler, and sometimes the Sunshine Coast.
Provincially, Joan McIntyre and Ralph Sultan of the BC Liberal Party were elected to the West Vancouver-Sea To Sky and West Vancouver-Capilano ridings, respectively, in the 2005 Provincial election (West Vancouver-Sea To Sky Country includes Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton).
Federally, West Vancouver-based ridings historically have voted Conservative since 1974, electing John Reynolds of the Reform Party of Canada (later the Canadian Alliance) from 1997 to 2004. Reynolds declined to run for re-election in 2006, however, and Liberal Blair Wilson defeated Conservative John Weston to replace Reynolds as Member of Parliament from the West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country electoral district. Wilson left the Liberals in 2007 and joined the Green Party in 2008, becoming the first Green Member of Parliament. The re-election in 2008 saw a rematch between Weston and Wilson. This time Weston emerged as the victor, carrying nearly triple the vote of his incumbent opponent to handily return the riding to the Conservatives. Weston won again in 2011. In the 2015 federal election, Weston was unseated by Liberal candidate Pam Goldsmith-Jones, who was previously the mayor of West Vancouver from 2005 to 2011. Pamela Goldsmith-Jones chose not to run for re-election in the 2019 federal election and Patrick Weiler of the Liberal Party of Canada went on to win the election.
There are 17 public schools that make up School District 45 West Vancouver. There are also 4 private schools in the city. Of these 21 schools, 6 are high schools. Over 80 percent of West Vancouver high school graduates go to post-secondary schools.[22] Many residents from Squamish, the Sunshine Coast, and North Vancouver attend West Vancouver schools.
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