Marilyn Csada, Susan Holding, Barb Munholland, Doris Hagn. W; Care Home Health Services has just celebrated its 3rd Anniversary on the North Shore. Original owner Barb Munholland says she can't believe how the business has grown. Three years ago We Care consisted of Barb in the office and 6 homecare workers in the field, now there are 4 full time office staff and 50 people caring for clients at honie. “There is obviously a huge need for homecare on the North Shore” says Barb and most of it has to do with people becoming more aware of the services available”. Barb sites che baby boomers who are parents working out of the home with a family to care for plus aging parents that need help as.a good part of her business. Bes wecare” Home Health Services Where peace of mind has a bome address,™ After 32 years of business, Rod Franske, owner of Edgemont Carpet Town still has a smile on his face and acwinkle in his cyc. His focus has always been to enjoy what he’s doing and have fan doing it. Rod commented that, “buying a floor isn't surgery, it can be fun and enjoyable” and “you don't have to be somber to be pro- fessional”. He started off in Edgemont Village in 1967 in a tiny 234 sq.ft, store. His store is now 7,000 sq.ft. and is located at 1601 Welch Street in North Vancouver. At the store, you will likely see Rod or Quinton Smienk who has been with the company for 10 years and is very knowledge- able. Flooring specialist. Manu Pourian is new to the company and looks forward to his work with Edgemont Carpet Town. Rod, Quentin and Manu will work with EDGEMONT GARPET TOWN “If you can't be there yourself you have to arrange for someone else to look in on and care for your loved ones” says Barb “and that’s where we come in.” Caring for seniors is a big part of Barb's business. Filling 4 need and developing a wonderful reputation is teally what helps a business grow. Barb, Susan, Doris, Marilyn, and the rest of the staff spend their days caring for people at home. It’s called “We Care” for a reason... because they do. Call for a complimentary in home consultation. They're available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. There ic always a live voice to talk to. 980-6350 102-145 W 15th St. North Vancouver, V7M 1R9 you to ensure you are thrilled with your new ficor. A full flooring facility, they carry carpet, lino, hardwood, ceramic tile, laminate, rubber, stecl and cork. The selec- tion is endless, representing basically every major line at competitive prices. Rod also speaks highly of the installation crews that have been with the company for a very long time. He says, "We guarantee your satisfaction. If you're unhappy we will do our best to make it right.” Over the years they have worked on everything from tug- boats and yachts to RVs and planes. Yerss of experience and a great attitude have kepe this business successful. Edgemont Carpet Town is open 6 days a week from 8:30 - £00 pm. You wont find them in Edgemont Village, but you will find what you're looking fo:! 985-00T1 Hours: 3:30AM ~ SPW Mon. tiru Sat. 1601 Welch Street, North Vancouver (between Pemberton Ave. & Capilone Road) The nei Sussex 's At 23 years in business, Sussex Insurance just keeps n growing. The company was started by Ken Armstrong in 1976, brother Barry joined him shortly thereafter in 1978. Ken’s sons, Jason & Brandon and brother-in-law John Mitchell ate also involved in the family business. The company’s mission statement is to become the largest insurance agency network in Canada with offices in every province. They are well on their way with 32 Sussex Insurance offices in operation today. cir locations include British Columbia, Alberta and Manitoba. Their 22 offices in British Columbia make them che largest privately owned I.C.B.C. Autoplan agency network in Bc. A strategic business arrangement with The Real Fyou love to throw wonderful parties or give great pifts you are bound to be familiar with Paper Parade at Park & Tilford. As owner Martina (Rajan) puts it, “it isn't another boring card store”. “Staying current and trendy is the key to being success- ful in this kind of business” says Martina. And successful she is with her second store in Metrotown and third at Oakridge Mall. “Customers often comment on the layout of the store” remarks Martina “because there is so much to see”. Keeping on top of the newest merchandise comes with its own challenges. uper’ bug proudly showing off her new coat of paint outside ber location. ers i Canadian Superstore five years ago facilitated the rapid growth of the family business. With regards to this arrangement, Ken remarked, “It was a perfect fit, a won- derful convenience for our customers. We're open 7 days a week, 9 am to 9 pm, all of our iocations have plentiful atking and we're easy to find!” ¢ Armstrong family is very proud of Sussex Insurance and all of their highly trained staff. They are instrumen- tal in providing on-going training and promotion with- in their company. Ken was quick to mention that all staff receive their birthday off with pay and $100 for a special night out. One look at their ‘uniquely’ decorated Sussex Insurance VW beetle will tell you thar this is a very spe- cial company indeed! the person on your list! She's organized her three stores to feature very unusual gifts, party wear for kids & adults and an excellent mix of greeting cards. Coming up in july, Martina is going to show all her newest partywear for the hundreds of parties she's antic- ipating people will host to bring in the new Millennium. She says there is a special order catalogue for customers filled with nothing but New Year's Eve pareywear for year 2000. You'll be able to choose from the wildest parry accessories ever in the history of che world. Also, new for this Halloween, you wiil be able to pre- order your favourite costume, Stay tned! Park & Tilford Centre 980-5377