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Travelling solo as a senior: tips for safe and enjoyable adventures/Voyager seul en tant que seniorby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Travelling solo as a senior can be an enriching and liberating experience, but it requires careful planning and consideration. Here are some essential...
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Walking has many benefits/La marche présente de nombreux avantagesby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement The older you get, the more difficult it can be to stay physically active. However, walking is an excellent way to keep fit without exerting too much ...
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How to have a healthy liver/Comment avoir un foie en bonne santéby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Maintaining a healthy liver is essential for overall well-being, especially for seniors who may face increased risks due to aging. Here are tips to su...
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Essential Estate Planning Documents You Need As A Senior/documents essentiels de planification succeby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Estate planning is crucial for seniors to safeguard their assets and ensure their wishes are respected. Here are five vital estate planning documents ...
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Manage Chronic Pain/Gérer la douleur chroniqueby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Managing chronic pain requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both physical and emotional well-being. Here are some strategies to help older ...
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How does SLEEP change with age?/Comment le sommeil évolue-t-il avec l'âge ?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Although you spend a third of your life asleep, the quality of that sleep can change with age. You may wake up more frequently and for longer periods ...
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3 Benefits Of Chair Yoga/3 avantages du yoga sur chaiseby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement You’ve likely heard about the numerous health benefits associated with yoga, but did you know that you can achieve similar results from a chair? Her...
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Using A Smart Speaker/Utilisation d'un haut-parleur intelligentby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Smart speakers are no longer novel, and an estimated one in four adults now owns at least one. This type of product (whether it’s made by Google, Ap...
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Symptoms of Overheating in Seniors/Symptômes de surchauffe chez les personnes âgéesby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Protecting yourself and your loved ones from heat exhaustion or heat stroke is more important than ever. However, it’s not always that easy to tell ...
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Strength training for seniors /Entraînement musculaire pour les seniorsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement A balanced diet and exercise, which includes a combination of aerobic activities and strength training, is necessary to maintain long-term health. Reg...
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Berwick Qualicum Beach Is Honoured for Its Achievements in Active Agingby: Berwick Retirement Communities Berwick Qualicum Beach received the ICAA Best in Wellness award AND the ICAA Active Aging Spirit Award! We couldn’t be prouder of this small and mig...
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Berwick Roars For The BC Lions!by: Berwick Retirement Communities With the CFL’s BC Lions playing in Victoria, instead of their usual BC Place in Vancouver, this game was billed as Pacific Touchdown, it being the f...
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Tom & Gail's Write A New Chapterby: Magnolia Gardens Prior to moving to Magnolia Gardens, the only exposure to this way of living was the experiences that we had visiting older relatives in the 1970s......
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An afternoon filled with laughter is just what the doctor ordered by: Lesley McKayby: Wildpine Retirement Residence Residents at Wildpine had an afternoon of pure fun when David Joseph came by to share his comedy routine at the residence’s first-ever Comedy Hour. ...
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Tropical Summer Celebrations at Wildpine by: Lesley McKayby: Wildpine Retirement Residence Wildpine residents celebrate end of summer with a Hawaiian theme and afternoon of dance...
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Wildpine Residence Anniversary Celebratationby: Wildpine Retirement Residence ‘We’re all in’ said residents and staff at the Wildpine Residence fourth anniversary celebration, by Lesley McKay...
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Enjoy the sun safely!/Profitez du soleil en toute sécurité !by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Everyone should be aware of the risks of the sun’s UV rays, but seniors need to be especially vigilant. Older adults, particularly those with sensit...
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6 summer activities to do with your grandchildren/6 activités d'été à faire avec vos petits-enfaby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Spending time outdoors with your grandchildren is a great way to create memories while promoting an active, healthy lifestyle. Here are six outdoor ac...
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Osteoporosis: what foods help bone health?/Ostéoporose : quels sont les aliments qui contribuent àby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Osteoporosis, a condition characterized by weakened bones, is a growing concern among aging populations. While genetics and physical activity play a s...
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United Active Living Receives Award for Innovative Integrated Approachby: Garrison Green by United Active Living The United Active Living Care teams were recently honoured with the Vivien Lai Changemaker Awards from the Association on Gerontology....
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Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Celebrates Senior Month: Exceptional Care for Your Loveby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Celebrate Senior Month with Richmond Heights! Exceptional care for seniors in York Region, Vaughan, Toronto, Durham, and Halton/Peel. Join us for pers...
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Why you should eat less salt (and how to do it)/Pourquoi vous devriez manger moins de sel (et commenby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Eating too much salt can harm your health, and this risk increases as you age. Find out why adjusting your diet and reducing your salt intake are esse...
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How to treat Shingles/Comment traiter le zonaby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Antiviral medications work best if started within 72 hours of developing blisters. This will help blisters crust over and heal faster. These medicatio...
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Shingles Symptoms/Symptômes du zonaby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Shingles are caused by varicella-zoster, the same virus that causes chickenpox. If you've ever had chickenpox (typically during childhood), this virus...
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Get Quality Rehabilitation at Home with Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Careby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Experience top-tier rehabilitation services at home with Richmond Heights Health Clinic. From physical therapy to mental health support, discover pers...
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Live Your Best Life, Together.by: Parkland on Eglinton West As your parents age, you always want the very best for them. Your top priority is ensuring that your loved one is safe, well-cared for and happy – a...
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Celebrate your mom... and other mothers!by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to show appreciation for your mom by spending quality time with her and the people she loves. However, it’s a...
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Tips for doing chores without hurting yourselfby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Whether you’re planning to do a major home cleanup or just want to tick off a few household chores from your to-do list, here are some tips to preve...
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Sandwich generation: 3 tips to prevent burnout/La génération sandwich : 3 conseils pour éviter l'by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Are you looking after your children and aging parents while you’re getting on in years? Here are three tips to help you overcome the tough times and...
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Nurturing Mental Well-being: A Holistic Approach to Senior Home Careby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Celebrate Mental Health Week at Richmond Heights Health Clinic & Home Care. Explore our unique approach to home care, focusing on nurturing the mental...
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Companion Care for Seniorsby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care At Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care, we understand the importance of providing seniors with comprehensive care that encompasses both physi...
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Online learning resources for seniors: stay curious/Ressources d'apprentissage en ligne pour les senby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Are you looking to expand your knowledge and learn something new? Fortunately, there are plenty of online learning resources available that are specif...
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Tips for caring for aging skin/Conseils pour prendre soin d'une peau vieillissanteby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement As you age, your skin undergoes several changes, including the loss of elasticity, thinning and dryness. These changes can make your skin more prone t...
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3 way to maintain connection in your retirement homeby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Sustaining family connections is essential for the emotional well-being of seniors living in retirement homes. Here are three strategies that families...
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The Hive As Your Medicine Cabinet 55+ Workshopby: The Wexford Discover the benefits of honey and bee by-products for your immune system, digestive health, skincare, and more! ...
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Rose's Storyby: Magnolia Gardens When the weight of being her brother's caregiver became overwhelming, Rose chose to move them both into Magnolia Gardens and it's made life much easie...
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Focusing on Patient-Centered Care: Essentials for Health Clinics and Home Careby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care This article explores the core principles of patient-centered care, applicable in both health clinics and home care environments....
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Do you suffer from empty nest syndrome? Souffrez-vous du syndrome du nid vide ?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Has your child left home and spread their wings? This change can cause a range of emotions that can be difficult to deal with. Don’t worry! It’s p...
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How To Choose The Right Rain Boots/Comment choisir les bonnes bottes de pluieby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement If you’re an older adult, choosing the right rain boots is essential to ensure your safety, comfort and mobility in wet and slippery conditions. Her...
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Designing a comfortable living space in your retirement home/Concevoir un espace de vie confortableby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement When moving into a retirement or assisted living home, you don’t have to settle for a sterile, institutional environment. Here are some ways to make...
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Finding the Perfect Elder Care Services in Richmond Heightsby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Discover the warmth of genuine care as you seek the perfect elder care services for your loved one in Richmond Heights. Let's embark on this journey t...
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Daily Soup Cook Off Challengeby: Forestview Retirement Residence A different soup EVERYDAY for one month...
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Salad Sensation Festival at Forestview Retirement Residenceby: Forestview Retirement Residence Join us and explore a wide assortment of healthy salads from March 27 to April 12, 2024....
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ACTIVITIES in Chateau Glengarry Retirement Home Alexandriaby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Engaging in these activities has not only provided entertainment but also the opportunity to meet and get to know the residents and their families. We...
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Am I better off alone or married?/Vaut-il mieux être seul ou marié ?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Nearly a third of the almost 85 million baby boomers in Canada and the United States are single, a fact that surprises a lot of people. Then again, th...
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Solutions for managing medication/Solutions pour la gestion des médicamentsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Managing medications is a major source of worry for seniors, as the complexity of their treatment often requires careful organization. Which pills hav...
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Combatting isolation and loneliness/Combattre l'isolement et la solitudeby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Solitude is a state of mind that can be positive, when it’s desired, but when it turns into isolation and loneliness, it can become unbearable. Unfo...
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Nursing Homes Near Me: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Careby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Discover the ideal nursing home with our guide, covering everything from location to specialized care. Plus, explore "Richmond Heights Health Care" fo...
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Slow the effects of ageing/Ralentir les effets du vieillissementby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement We all age a little bit every day and like it or not, we can’t do anything about it. However, several lifestyle choices can help to slow down the ef...
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4 exercises for seniors/4 exercices pour les seniorsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement If you’re over 65, experts typically advise against strenuous physical activities like long-distance running, high-intensity interval training and j...
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What surprised me most about moving into a Berwick?by: Berwick Retirement Communities What has surprised you about moving into Berwick? What were your biggest fears and how did you overcome them?...
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Holistic Healing at Home: The Next Wave in Home Health Careby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Discover Holistic Healing, A new era in home health care with Richmond Heights Health Clinic & Home Care. Elevate well-being through mindful aging, he...
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Excellent Services at Chateau Glengarryby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement The General Manager Diane St-Denis talked about the services at Chateau Glengarry retirement living center in Alexandria, Ontario....
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4 hobbies you can do onlineby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Bored of scrolling through the same old social media posts? If you’re looking for a new source of online entertainment, try one — or all — of th...
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Plan a game nightby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement If you’re looking for a fun way to liven up your next seniors’ mixer, why not take a twist on the classic board game by planning a smorgasbord of ...
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Innovations in Home Health Care: A Future of Enhanced Well-being with Richmond Heights Health Clinicby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Discover a future of well-being with Richmond Heights Health Clinic & Home Care! Embrace cutting-edge innovations, personalized care journeys, and a c...
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Entertain without wearing yourself outby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Grandparents often host the family Christmas dinner. are perfect for seniors If you’re one of them, you know how much organization, time and energy ...
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Comfort and Joy Aplentyby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Christmas is a wonderful time for family and friends to come together and celebrate. However, this time of year can be rather difficult for some, part...
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How to spot a social media scam/Comment repérer une escroquerie sur les médias sociauxby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement From Facebook account hackers to fake stores and romance tricksters, your online presence makes you vulnerable to predators. Their tactics are always ...
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Fashion trends for seniors: combining elegance and comfort/Tendances de la mode pour les seniors : aby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Do you want to refresh your wardrobe this fall? In 2023, fashion trends for older adults are all about striking the perfect balance between elegance a...
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Talk to Parents About Retirement/ Parler de la retraite aux parentsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement When it comes to retirement, many Canadians have a tendency to avoid discussing it with their parents. However, it’s important to have these convers...
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Learning has no age limit/L'apprentissage n'a pas de limite d'âgeby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Do you think learning new things is just for young people? Think again! It’s been proven that there’s no age limit to learning. Here’s why it’...
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Elderly Home Care: Helping Your Loved Ones Age Gracefullyby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Unveiling the Art of Graceful Aging with Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care! Dive into a world where personalized care meets companionship, ...
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Nurturing Homes: The Essence of Home Care Services in Richmond Hill, Ontarioby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Discover care beyond walls with Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care in Richmond Hill, Ontario! Personalized, compassionate support for ageing...
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Dental care in seniorsby: Aspira Bolton Mills Retirement Living Orla health care needs
Seniors should conduct daily oral hygiene care routines. They should have regular dental examinations and early minimal inte...
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Age-related hearing lossby: Aspira Bolton Mills Retirement Living What is age-related hearing loss?
Presbycusis is the loss of hearing that gradually occurs in most of us as we grow older. It is one of the most co...
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What Residents Say: Arthur's Storyby: The Waterford Arthur & Pamela have got a great outlook on life thanks to The Waterford....
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What Family Members Say: Darlene's Storyby: Magnolia Gardens Darlene's mother-in-law, Ingrid, is so happy at Magnolia Gardens that she recommends it to everyone. Her only regret about Magnolia Gardens is that he...
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Meeting our New Busby: The Waterford It's our first look at our new wheels and we're pretty excited!...
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5 tips to combat seasonal depression/5 conseils pour lutter contre la dépression saisonnièreby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Do the long winter months drain your morale and negatively impact your sense of well-being? Here are some tips to help you counter the symptoms of sea...
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Advice for seniors: 7 criteria for choosing the right winter coat/Conseils aux seniors : 7 critèresby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Are you looking for a new coat to keep you warm this winter? Assess your needs by paying attention to these seven points. Vous êtes à la recherche d...
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A Symphony of Compassion: Redefining Elder Home Careby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Elevate elder care with Richmond Heights! Unveiling a Symphony of Compassion that transcends, redefines, and celebrates. Stay tuned for a glimpse into...
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The link between physical activity and mortality risk in older adults Le lien entre l'activité physby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement A study led by researchers at the National Cancer Institute found that recreational pursuits that incorporate physical activity, including walking, sw...
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Seniors Getting around without a car: what are your options?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Are you no longer able to drive because of health problems? Has getting behind the wheel become too stressful? Rest assured; this doesn’t mean y...
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Le dilemme des personnes âgées : soins à domicile ou aide à la vie autonome ? Seniors’ dilemmaby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Êtes-vous un propriétaire qui prend de l'âge ? Vous avez moins d'énergie qu'avant ? Si vos tâches quotidiennes deviennent de plus en plus diffici...
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8 conseils pour lutter contre l'insomnie en vieillissant 8 tips to combat insomnia as you ageby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Avec l'âge, différents facteurs peuvent entraîner des problèmes de sommeil. Vous avez beaucoup de choses à gérer au cours de vos dernières ann...
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3 tips for selling your home and moving into a seniors’ residenceé3 conseils pour vendre votre maby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Are you thinking about moving into a private seniors’ residence? If so, you’ll need to sell your current home. Here are three things to consider t...
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'Tis the Season to be Socialby: Edgewood Suites Halloween ushers in the end of warm days in the sun and that crisp fall air reminds us of colder weather and the joys of the great indoors. ...
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The 10,000-foot Dive Along a Wellness Journeyby: The Village of Riverside Glen The 10,000-foot Dive Along a Wellness Journey
Jul 17, 2023 / Village VoicePosted by: Kristian Partington
Not long before Sandra Luebbecke is abo...
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How to relieve arthritis pain/Comment soulager la douleur arthritiqueby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Arthritis can seriously affect your quality of life. Fortunately, in addition to taking the right medication, there are several things you can do to r...
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Empowering Seniors: The Essence of Senior Home Careby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care "Senior Home Care ensures tailored support for elderly loved ones, promoting independence, safety, and well-being. Richmond Heights Health Clinic & Ho...
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Elevating Health & Wellness: The Role of Home Care in Modern Healthcareby: Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care Explore the transformative power of home care in nurturing health, wellness & comprehensive healthcare. Learn how personalised support elevates well-b...
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To love and be loved for 75 yearsby: The Village of Taunton Mills A beautiful family photo hangs upon the wall in Bill and Helen O’Reilly’s fourth floor suite in The Village of Taunton Mills. There must b...
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Fall in Love with Oakcrossing Retirement Livingby: Oakcrossing Retirement Living Join us for our Open House event to explore all the incredible features our community has to offer!...
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How can you keep your kidneys healthy?/Comment garder ses reins en bonne santé ?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Kidneys play several vital roles in the human body. In addition to eliminating toxins from the bloodstream, they release hormones that help regulate b...
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Free Pie for National Seniors Dayby: Magnolia Gardens What's better than homemade pie? How about FREE homemade pie? Magnolia Gardens is celebrating National Seniors Day on October 4 by giving away pies to...
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Benefits of Knitting/Les avantages du tricotby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Did you know that knitting has positive effects on both your physical and your mental health? Whether you’re a lifelong enthusiast or a curious begi...
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The risk of dehydration among seniors/Le risque de déshydratation chez les personnes âgéesby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Did you know that seniors are more susceptible to dehydration? This is because aging causes the body’s thirst signals to weaken, thereby increasing ...
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Chocolate: a delicious source of benefits for seniors/Chocolat: une délicieuse source de bienfaitsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Chocolate is enjoyed by people of all ages. Are you a senior citizen who enjoys this sweet treat? Chocolate with high cocoa content (at least 60 per c...
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Diverting food wasteby: Aspira Retirement Living We have been exploring several alternatives to divert food waste away from landfills in a number of local, municipally led food waste programs. We are...
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Aging and Your Eyesby: Aspira Bolton Mills Retirement Living As you age, it is normal to notice changes in your vision. A few common changes for older adults include losing the ability to see up close, having tr...
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Making Memories and Friends at Edgewood Suitesby: Edgewood Suites Whether you are looking for big parties or quality conversations, we have you covered for social programing of all kinds. ...
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What’s the best way to take your blood pressure/Quelle est la meilleure façon de prendre sa tensiby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Évitez de consommer des stimulants comme le café, le thé, les boissons énergisantes ou les décongestionnants une heure avant l'examen. Si vous fu...
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A short guide to signing a lease in a seniors’ residence/Petit guide de la signature d'un bail danby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Signing a lease is an important step when it comes to finding a new home, and moving into a seniors’ residence is no exception. Here are some things...
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A bridge into the communityby: Parkland on Eglinton West Since the 1930s, Bridge has been one of the most popular card games in the world. As a former president of a Bridge club, Joseph Tillie saw an opportu...
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Where Queens Avenue Becomes Your Home – Discovering the Perfect Retirement Residenceby: Livita Queens Avenue Retirement Residence Discover the perfect retirement residence in Oakville today. Check out Livita Queens Avenue....
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Finding Comfort and Community: Bridge Street Retirement Residenceby: Livita Bridge Street Retirement Residence When looking for the right retirement home, it is important to choose one that offers comfort and community, like Bridge Street Retirement Residence....
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The Perfect Place to Call Home – Barrington Retirement Residenceby: Livita Barrington Retirement Residence Looking for a retirement residence that makes you feel like your home? Learn more about what Barrington Retirement Residence has to offer....
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Centennial Retirement Residence – Where Every Day is a Milestoneby: Livita Centennial Retirement Residence Looking to learn more about Livita Centennial in Oshawa? You’re in luck. Find out why we are different, what our mission is, and so much more....
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Where Comfort Meets Convenience – Retirement Homes in Pickeringby: Livita Parkway Retirement Residence Finding a retirement home that offers both comfort and convenience is essential. You’re in luck with Livita Pickering. Read on to learn more....
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7 signs you have balance problems/7 signes de troubles de l'équilibreby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Getting older often comes with less muscle strength and balance. Osteoarthritis and other health problems, like vision and vestibular issues, can exac...
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Where can you find Retirement Residences?by: Aspira Bolton Mills Retirement Living Finding the right residence is a crucial part of the process. It needs to be a good fit for you. What is available in your area will vary. Cities are ...
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What to do after a fall/Quoi faire après une chute?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Although fall prevention measures can help minimize the risk of older adults taking a tumble, they cannot prevent them 100 per cent of the time. Here...
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Celebrate Canada Dayby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement For 154 years, people across the country have celebrated Canada Day on July 1st. You may be planning to don your best red and white at a community eve...
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What Canada Day means to our residentsby: Aspira Retirement Living Every July 1, Canadians around the country and those scattered across the globe unite in a grand celebration of Canada Day - a tribute to the country&...
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Are you in your happy place? Edgewood Suites offers “a simpler life”by: Edgewood Suites Welcome to a vibrant adult living opportunity in the heart of Ontario’s greatest four-seasons paradise....
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FATHER’S DAY ACTIVITIES AND GIFTS FOR SENIORS/ACTIVITÉS ET CADEAUX POUR LA FÊTE DES PÈRESby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Want to make sure this Father’s Day is special for your Dad regardless of his age? Read on for ideas on what to do this Sunday, tips for safe outing...
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How to Spot Symptoms of Dementiaby: Sagecare 147 Elder Street Your loved one might need your help to spot symptoms of dementia. Learn how to spot symptoms of dementia and ways that Sagecare can make things easier...
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A little fat is healthyby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Can high-fat foods for seniors can be healthy? Fats for elderly people can have health benefits and provide an adequate amount of calories...
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What Families Say: Eva's Storyby: Sunridge Gardens It's been two years since Eva helped her Dad, Lloyd move into Sunridge Gardens. They love it even more now than they did then. ...
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Eat What Your Want at The Wexfordby: The Wexford Chef Sean McCarthy shares about menu options and choices every at The Wexford seniors living community in Tsawwassen, BC...
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Take a 3D Tour of a 1 Bedroom Suiteby: The Wexford Picture yourself here! Take a 3D tour of a one bedroom suite and get a feel for retirement living at The Wexford. ...
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Take a 3D Tour of a 1 Bedroom Suiteby: The Waterford Picture yourself here! Take a 3D tour of a one bedroom suite and get a feel for retirement living at The Waterford . ...
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Elevated Dining at The Waterfordby: The Waterford Executive Chef Matthew Baryluk of The Waterford shares how he and his team deliver an exceptional culinary experience to every resident at every meal....
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Taste the Rainbow!by: Livita Barrington Retirement Residence Food and lifestyles that Helps prevent Alzheimer's Disease...
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Residents Add Their Touch Around The Residenceby: The Vineyards Residence The Vineyards Residence engages residents with some gardening....
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Up Close and Personal at Kangaroo Creek Farmby: The Vineyards Residence Residents from The Vineyards Residence enjoy local marsupials....
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When to Consider Retirement Livingby: Aspira Retirement Living There is no right age or ideal time for retirement living. It ultimately depends on you and your needs. A few signs might prompt you to start looking ...
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Same Location, Different Servicesby: Parkland on Eglinton West In October 2021, Gordon and Barbara moved to Parkland on Eglinton West. While they initially moved into a Lifestyle Apartment, they soon realized Barb...
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Celebrating Mother's Day At Chateau Glengarryby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement On Sunday, May 14th, millions of people around the world will celebrate the special women in their lives, especially the mothers, grandmothers, and st...
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Pre-workout tips for Seniorsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement As physically active individuals age, seniors typically must change how they approach exercise. For example, rather than jumping two feet first into n...
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8 Helpful Memory Care Activities for Seniorsby: Sagecare 147 Elder Street If a family member lives with dementia, introduce them to helpful memory care activities. Learn how Sagecare can assist your loved one during this tim...
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What Is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer's?by: Sagecare 147 Elder Street Debunking the myth that dementia and Alzheimer’s are the same. Learn how to differentiate between the two and ways that Sagecare can assist you....
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Do you have to make a will?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement As you get older, it’s normal to start thinking about your estate and getting your affairs in order. If you don’t already have a will, you may won...
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Risk factors for bladder cancerby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Cancer can affect any part of the body. As a result, it pays to be attentive to changes in the body that could alert to the presence of cancer....
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Why Wendy Chose Sunridge Gardensby: Sunridge Gardens Wendy fell in love with the bright spaces and wonderful amenities at Sunridge Gardens. Now she, her husband and her dog Tillie are all making friends,...
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Living in a Neighbourhood You Love Improves Your Wellbeingby: PARC Retirement Living Studies have shown that the neighbourhood in which you live affects both your mental and physical health. Find out why here....
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4 tips for staying fit and healthy in a retirement residenceby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Staying active is a great way to live longer and improve your quality of life. Here are four tips for staying fit and healthy while living in a retire...
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Depression levels increase the longer older adults are isolated but they are resilient, research shoby: Baycrest Terraces Older adults are experiencing increased levels of depression the longer they remain isolated during the pandemic, but they are better at coping than y...
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Baycrest Terraces relaunches after major renovations to provide unrivaled and innovative senior careby: Baycrest Terraces Baycrest Terraces relaunches after major renovations to provide unrivaled and innovative senior care and living
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Giving Back: Volunteer Opportunities in Barrieby: Livita Barrington Retirement Residence “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
- Mahatma Gandhi
Several common myths about ...
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Meet Your Neighbours: Fun Community Activities in Barrieby: Livita Barrington Retirement Residence Staying active and engaged isn’t just great for your physical health. It also benefits your mental, emotional, and social well-being. Luckily, Barri...
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What is Respite Care?by: Livita Barrington Retirement Residence What is Respite Care?
Respite care is a form of temporary care for older adults in Barrie. It is a way to provide respite for caregivers....
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Things to do with Seniors in the Spring timeby: Livita Barrington Retirement Residence Livita offers more than just independent living in Barrie. Read on to find out exciting things to do with seniors this spring. ...
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How Seniors can Reduce Stressby: Livita Barrington Retirement Residence It is important to talk about stress, so we have outlined some helpful tips below on how to manage them....
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3 easy-to-grow indoor plants for seniorsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Do you live in a retirement home and want to add some greenery to your environment? Here are three easy-to-care-for houseplants that’ll thrive in yo...
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Discussing Senior Living with a Loved Oneby: Aspira Bolton Mills Retirement Living Senior living guide: discussing senior living with your parents or a loved one
Tips for a smooth transition
Transitioning from living alone, ...
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Understanding the Different Types of Dementiaby: Sagecare 147 Elder Street There are many different types of dementia an individual can experience, so it’s essential to know the differences. Contact Sagecare to learn about ...
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Understanding different types of dementia/Comprendre les différents types de démenceby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe the loss of neurons in the brain, a condition that worsens over time. Here are the four main types......
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Upgrade at Edgewood Suitesby: Edgewood Suites Does the idea of downsizing get you down? Read all about how to UPGRADE instead!...
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How to Create a Dementia Care Planby: Sagecare 147 Elder Street If a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, they may need a dementia care plan. Learn why & how Sagecare creates dementia care plans for your lov...
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What you need to know about pneumococcal disease/L’infection pneumococcique, qu’est-ce que c’eby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Pneumococcal disease is a name for any infection caused by pneumococcus bacteria. These bacteria are found in the respiratory tract, including the thr...
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Make 2023 a Purposeful and Active Yearby: Berwick House Leading a life with purpose and intention can make you feel more fulfilled, happier and positive....
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Test Drive the Lifestyle - Short Term Stays at Berwickby: Berwick House We have been offering Berwick Short Term stays at some of our communities on Vancouver Island, so that people can get a feel for what it's really like...
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Don’t Wait to Downsize – Preparing for a move to Independent Livingby: Berwick House After you have decided where to move, you may need to downsize your belongings for your new space, depending upon the home you are coming from. ...
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Test Drive the Lifestyle - Short Term Stays at Berwickby: Berwick Qualicum Beach We have been offering Berwick Short Term stays at some of our communities on Vancouver Island, so that people can get a feel for what it's really like...
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Carefree renting vs. costly home ownership: When senior living makes sense!by: Berwick Qualicum Beach Property assessments were recently mailed out to BC home owners, and many BC residents saw a dramatic jump in value that’s likely to lead to higher ...
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Don’t Wait to Downsize – Preparing for a move to Independent Livingby: Berwick Qualicum Beach After you have decided where to move, you may need to downsize your belongings for your new space, depending upon the home you are coming from. ...
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Test Drive the Lifestyle – Short Term Stays at Berwickby: Berwick Royal Oak We have been offering Berwick Short Term stays at some of our communities on Vancouver Island, so that people can get a feel for what it’s really li...
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People of Berwick – Celebrating Women’s History Monthby: Berwick Royal Oak Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society. It is thanks to women like these ladies of Berwic...
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The road to Berwick: Learn what inspired two different Victoria residents to make the moveby: Berwick Royal Oak “It’s a cruise ship at dry dock,” says acclaimed artist Graham Scholes, who moved into Berwick Royal Oak last year. “Living here gives you th...
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Carefree renting vs. costly home ownership: When senior living makes sense!by: Berwick Comox Valley Property assessments were recently mailed out to BC home owners, and many BC residents saw a dramatic jump in value that’s likely to lead to higher ...
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Don’t Wait to Downsize – Preparing for a move to Independent Livingby: Berwick Comox Valley After you have decided where to move, you may need to downsize your belongings for your new space, depending upon the home you are coming from. ...
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People of Berwick – Celebrating Women’s History Monthby: Berwick Comox Valley Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society. It is thanks to women like these ladies of Berwic...
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Low vision: what it is and what you can do about it/Basse vision : ce que c'est et ce que vous pouveby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Low vision is an age-related eye condition that can make doing everyday tasks like driving and reading difficult. There’s no treatment or cure for l...
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People of Berwick – Celebrating Women’s History Monthby: Berwick by the Sea Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society. It is thanks to women like these ladies of Berwic...
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People of Berwick – Catching up with ELS Team Member, Jessica Herron.by: Berwick by the Sea #People of Berwick – “I honestly hope Berwick will be my last and final job” – ELS team member, Jessica Herron, shares why she loves working a...
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Don’t Wait to Downsize – Preparing for a move to Independent Livingby: Berwick by the Sea After you have decided where to move, you may need to downsize your belongings for your new space, depending upon the home you are coming from. ...
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Don’t Wait to Downsize – Preparing for a move to Independent Livingby: Berwick On The Park After you have decided where to move, you may need to downsize your belongings for your new space, depending upon the home you are coming from. ...
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Make 2023 a Purposeful and Active Yearby: Berwick On The Park It’s hard to believe that a new year is here! This is a great time to set some intentions for yourself on how you would like to live your life. ...
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10 Things to Know Before Visiting a Retirement Residenceby: Verve Senior Living 10 Things to Know Before Visiting a Retirement Residence
The thought of retiring in a senior living residence can seem like a one-size-fits all thi...
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Carefree renting vs. costly home ownership: When senior living makes sense!by: Berwick On The Park Property assessments were recently mailed out to BC home owners, and many BC residents saw a dramatic jump in value that’s likely to lead to higher ...
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Carefree renting vs. costly home ownership: When senior living makes sense!by: Berwick On The Lake Property assessments were recently mailed out to BC home owners, and many BC residents saw a dramatic jump in value that’s likely to lead to higher ...
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People of Berwick – Celebrating Women’s History Monthby: Berwick On The Lake Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society. It is thanks to women like these ladies of Berwic...
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Don’t Wait to Downsize – Preparing for a move to Independent Livingby: Berwick On The Lake After you have decided where to move, you may need to downsize your belongings for your new space, depending upon the home you are coming from. Berwic...
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4 benefits of using technology in retirement homesby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Technology is playing an increasingly significant role in retirement homes. Here are four benefits of embracing technology as you age and residents in...
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How to downsize and declutter before moving into a retirement home/Comment réduire les effectifs etby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement A big part of moving into a retirement home is downsizing. This involves getting rid of many of the possessions you’ve accumulated throughout your l...
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Intergenerational Learningby: The Vineyards Residence Lifelong learning for Residents at The Vineyards Residence...
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Residents Cheer On UBCO Men’s Basketball Teamby: The Vineyards Residence Witnessing Victory One Basket at a Time...
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How to choose the right multivitamin/Multivitamines: comment faire le bon choix?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Multivitamins contain a combination of at least three vitamins. Some also contain minerals like calcium and iron and natural substances like omega-3s....
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5 ways to get the most out of your doctor’s visitby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Visiting your doctor can be stressful, mainly because your time is limited. Communicating effectively with your doctor is essential to preventative me...
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What You Need To Know About Compression Stockingsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Have you heard about the benefits of using compression stockings? These therapeutic devices exert pressure on the veins in your legs to improve circul...
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The power of music: Alzheimer’s diseaseby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that affects memory, thinking and behaviour. As the disease progresses, patients often struggle to do everyd...
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Chateau Glengarry retirement home is CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYSby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement We, at Chateau Glengarry, create a festive atmosphere throughout the building. Wreaths, twinkling lights, figurines, stockings and more adorn the comm...
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Active Living a Prescription for Wellness Among Older Adultsby: Garrison Green by United Active Living Research shows that maintaining an active lifestyle brings significant health benefits to people of all ages and abilities. Learn about United's appro...
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Five Common Dementia Myths with United Minds Expert Amy McDonoughby: Garrison Green by United Active Living There is a vast amount of information about dementia out there. Learn about the common myths and how United's unique and innovative approach to memory...
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Researching a Retirement Community? Top Tips from Residentsby: Garrison Green by United Active Living When learning about life in an older adult community, creating a checklist of wants and needs may bring clarity to what features are most important to...
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Parkinson’s disease: 3 myths and the truth behind themby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement A diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease is sometimes met with comments that may or may not be accurate. These statements reveal a general misunderstandin...
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New Year Celebrated in Styleby: The Vineyards Residence Fun times at The Vineyards Residence!...
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Rediscover the pleasure of storytelling/Redécouvrez le plaisir de raconter des histoiresby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Have you always loved reading but now find it difficult to see the words on the page? Do you find it hard to hold heavy books? Regardless of whether y...
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Twas the Night Before Christmas- The Barrington Poemby: Livita Barrington Retirement Residence Every wondered what a day in the life of a retirement home looks like? Take in this fun poem about the team at Christmas time to give you a feeling. ...
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Happy 104th Birthday on Dec. 31, 2022, Mdm Muller!by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Living through her 3rd pandemic, Henriette Muller, of Alexandria, celebrated her 104th Birthday at Chateau Glengarry. She was born in Germany in 1918,...
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4 tips for eating well as you get older/4 conseils pour bien manger en vieillissantby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Food occupies an essential place in your daily life, regardless of age. As you get older, changes in your body make it more important than ever to get...
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Oliane, who has been with Chateau Glengarry Retirement Home for many yearsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Meet Oliane, a sunny, cheerful lady who is 92 years young.
During her years staying with us at Chateau Glengarry Retirement Home, her laughter brigh...
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HOW CHATEAU GLENGARRY RETIREMENT HOME CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYSby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement In CHATEAU GLENGARRY, every occasion is a good one to celebrate, but the winter holidays hold a special place in our hearts. That’s why we make ever...
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The 5 benefits of journaling for seniorsby: Verve Senior Living The start of a new year often means the beginning of healthy new habits. We all resolve to do a little better "this year". This year, I will eat bette...
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How to help a loved one who’s suffered a stroke/Comment aider un proche victime d'une attaque cérby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Has a loved one of yours suffered a stroke? You may feel at a loss for how to support their rehabilitation. Here are some suggestions for helping them...
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Living Safely with Alzheimer'sby: The Village Langley - Verve Senior Living Navigating Alzheimer’s is challenging and uncertain for both the person living with the effects of the disease, as well as the family members, frien...
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The Importance of Maintaining Healthy Feet in Dementia Careby: The Village Langley - Verve Senior Living Our feet support our whole body. It therefore makes sense to take good care of them. It affects our mobility and to a significant degree, our motivati...
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Supporting Individuals with Dementia who have Experienced Past Traumaby: The Village Langley - Verve Senior Living The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) defines trauma as “the lasting emotional response that often results from living through a distres...
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4 tips to help seniors stay warm in winter/4 conseils pour vous protéger du froidby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Seniors are sensitive to the cold due to metabolic changes that make it difficult for them to generate enough heat. Here are four tips for staying war...
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Keeping everyone safeby: Thornebridge Gardens - Verve Senior Living At Verve Senior Living, our focus is to provide services and supports that enable seniors to optimize their health, well-being, and independence. Duri...
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Best Ways for Seniors to Prepare for the Cold Weather Seasonby: Thornebridge Gardens - Verve Senior Living Best Ways for Seniors to Prepare for the Cold Weather Season
Canada is known for its winters, and while the degree of snow varies across the country,...
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Keeping everyone safeby: The Concorde Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living At Verve Senior Living, our focus is to provide services and supports that enable seniors to optimize their health, well-being, and independence. Duri...
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Keeping everyone safeby: Wintergreene Estates - Verve Senior Living At Verve Senior Living, our focus is to provide services and supports that enable seniors to optimize their health, well-being, and independence. Duri...
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Best Ways for Seniors to Prepare for the Cold Weather Seasonby: Dr. Hemstock Retirement Residence and Hearthstone Place Verve Senior Living Best Ways for Seniors to Prepare for the Cold Weather Season
Canada is known for its winters, and while the degree of snow varies across the country,...
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Keeping everyone safeby: Dr. Hemstock Retirement Residence and Hearthstone Place Verve Senior Living At Verve Senior Living, our focus is to provide services and supports that enable seniors to optimize their health, well-being, and independence. Duri...
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Keeping everyone safeby: Granville Gardens - Verve Senior Living At Verve Senior Living, our focus is to provide services and supports that enable seniors to optimize their health, well-being, and independence. Duri...
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Keeping everyone safeby: Gilmore Gardens - Verve Senior Living At Verve Senior Living, our focus is to provide services and supports that enable seniors to optimize their health, well-being, and independence. Duri...
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Virtually Verve- Enriching Lives in Memory Careby: Prince of Peace Our Health & Wellness team recently hosted Virtually Verve: Enriching Lives in Memory Care via Zoom! This information session delved into our speciali...
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Virtually Verve- Enriching Lives in Memory Careby: Trinity Lodge - Verve Senior Living Our Health & Wellness team recently hosted Virtually Verve: Enriching Lives in Memory Care via Zoom! This information session delved into our speciali...
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Best Ways for Seniors to Prepare for the Cold Weather Seasonby: The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living Canada is known for its winters, and while the degree of snow varies across the country, no matter where you live, you’ll be experiencing colder tem...
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Best Ways for Seniors to Prepare for the Cold Weather Seasonby: Riverwalk Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living Canada is known for its winters, and while the degree of snow varies across the country, no matter where you live, you’ll be experiencing colder tem...
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Best Ways for Seniors to Prepare for the Cold Weather Seasonby: Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living Canada is known for its winters, and while the degree of snow varies across the country, no matter where you live, you’ll be experiencing colder tem...
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4 Tips For Choosing A Walk-In Bathtub/ 4 conseils pour choisir une baignoire à porteby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Chateau Glengarry has walk-In bathtub/showers on site and the seniors really enjoy them. Walk-in bathtubs are designed for people with mobility issues...
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New Friends, New Adventuresby: The Vineyards Residence Residents enjoyed the proximity to many animals living their best lives during a Vineyards visit to Kangaroo Creek Farm....
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Migrating to a safe and warm placeby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement The annual migration of snow geese is one of the greatest wildlife spectacles in Canada. Snow geese spend winters in the coastal area. For seniors, it...
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Two University Students Move Into & Volunteer at The Vineyards Residenceby: The Vineyards Residence Two Kelowna university students living, volunteering at The Vineyards Residence say ‘it’s a blessing’By Klaudia Van Emmerik, Global News...
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Chateau Glengarry Celebrate, Honour, and ❤️Remember!by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement On Remembrance Day, we pay tribute to those who fought and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and service will never be forgot...
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Cook is essential in our Retirement Homeby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Every one of our seniors with diabetes has dietary needs and we plan our menu to meet these. We make sure they are receiving sufficient proteins, vege...
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Sharing A Lifetime Love of Musicby: The Vineyards Residence The Vineyards Residence Receives A Generous Musical Gift...
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Edgewood Suites Opens its Doors for Tenantsby: Edgewood Suites FLATO Developments is proud to announce the first tenants have moved into the 80 unit apartment building, Edgewood Suites, in charming Dundalk Ontario...
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What you need to know about age-related hearing lossby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Hearing problems can affect people of all ages. How-ever, age-related hearing loss, or presbycusis, affects nearly half of all people who are 75 and o...
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Puppy Loveby: The Vineyards Residence Poodle puppies bring joy to the open arms of residents at The Vineyards Residence....
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What’s dysphagia? Qu’est-ce que la dysphagie?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Dysphagia is a health condition that affects many seniors. Here’s what you should know about it. La dysphagie est un trouble de santé qui touche un...
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Nutrition tips for seniorsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Eating healthy, nutritious foods gives you the energy you need to go about your daily life and stay in good shape. For seniors, it’s essential t...
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Comment se préparer à emménager dans une résidence pour aînés?4 Tips For Moving RetireHomeby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Are you ready to move into a retirement home? If so, here are a few tips to ensure everything goes smoothly from Chateau Glengarry Retirement Living...
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Golf and Good Times in Support of Shepherd Villageby: Shepherd Terrace Shepherd Village’s 27th Annual Charity Golf Tournament brings residents, staff and supporters together to raise money for Scarborough’s not-for-pr...
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Aging: 4 activities to do this fall/4 idées d’activités à faire cet automneby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement With its vibrant leaves and fresh air, autumn offers numerous activity options. Here are four you may enjoy....
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5 Tips For Convincing Your Parents To Go Into Retirement Home/5 conseils pour convaincre vos parentsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement During your last visits to your parents, you noticed that some very simple tasks have become abnormally laborious for them? They frequently mention th...
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4 Tips for Preventing Hair Lossby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement As you age, the pigmentation and texture of your hair changes. It also gets thinner. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help minimize hair lo...
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How to shop online securely? Comment faire des achats en ligne de façon sécuritaire?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement With the COVID-19 crisis, have you adopted online shopping? Here are some tips for safe shopping from Chateau Glengarry Retirement Living Center:...
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The Best Ways for Seniors to Beat Stressby: Granville Gardens - Verve Senior Living We might not even think about the stresses that could face us as seniors, after all, this is our time to reap the rewards of a lifetime and just relax...
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Benefits of Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Physical and Mental Healthby: The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living Navigating retirement residence living can feel daunting at first. What level of support is required, and when? Where is the best place to live that w...
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Benefits of Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Physical and Mental Healthby: Thornebridge Gardens - Verve Senior Living Aging has so many benefits — wisdom you didn’t have when you were young, well-earned laugh lines, and freedom. But as we all know, aging can also ...
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Benefits of Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Physical and Mental Healthby: The Concorde Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living Aging has so many benefits — wisdom you didn’t have when you were young, well-earned laugh lines, and freedom. But as we all know, aging can also ...
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Benefits of Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Physical and Mental Healthby: Gilmore Gardens - Verve Senior Living ging has so many benefits — wisdom you didn’t have when you were young, well-earned laugh lines, and freedom. But as we all know, aging can also t...
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Benefits of Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Physical and Mental Healthby: The Heritage - Verve Senior Living ging has so many benefits — wisdom you didn’t have when you were young, well-earned laugh lines, and freedom. But as we all know, aging can also t...
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Benefits of Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Physical and Mental Healthby: Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living Aging has so many benefits — wisdom you didn’t have when you were young, well-earned laugh lines, and freedom. But as we all know, aging can also ...
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Benefits of Yoga for Seniors: Boosting Physical and Mental Healthby: Courtyard Gardens - Verve Senior Living Aging has so many benefits — wisdom you didn’t have when you were young, well-earned laugh lines, and freedom. But as we all know, aging can also ...
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Top 5 Tips to promote Healthy Agingby: Riverwalk Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living Almost nothing beats 30 minutes of moderate daily exercise. From physical and mental health-boosting yoga for seniors to a daily walk around the block...
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Top 5 Tips to promote Healthy Agingby: Trinity Lodge - Verve Senior Living Almost nothing beats 30 minutes of moderate daily exercise. From physical and mental health-boosting yoga for seniors to a daily walk around the block...
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Top 5 Tips to promote Healthy Agingby: Lake Bonavista Village - Verve Senior Living Almost nothing beats 30 minutes of moderate daily exercise. From physical and mental health-boosting yoga for seniors to a daily walk around the block...
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Top 5 Tips to promote Healthy Agingby: Prince of Peace Almost nothing beats 30 minutes of moderate daily exercise. From physical and mental health-boosting yoga for seniors to a daily walk around the block...
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Top 5 Tips to promote Healthy Agingby: Wintergreene Estates - Verve Senior Living Move that body!
Almost nothing beats 30 minutes of moderate daily exercise. From physical and mental health-boosting yoga for seniors to a daily wal...
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Qu’est-ce qu’une résidence pour aînés évolutive?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Vous envisagez d’aller vivre en résidence ou magasinez celles-ci pour aider l’un de vos proches? Connaissez-vous la résidence évolutive? Voici ...
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Alcohol Consumption as A Senior: 3 Risk Factorsby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Have loved ones or medical professionals expressed concerns about your drinking? It’s important to know that age-specific issues may contribute to a...
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5 façons pour les seniors de rester occupésby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Quels que soient vos centres d’intérêt, ce ne sont pas les activités qui manquent pour remplir vos journées cet &eacu...
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5 Ways for Seniors to Keep Busyby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement suggestions Chateau Glengarry made to get you started.1. GET BACK TO NATURE2. HOST A GAME 3. MOVE YOUR BODY 4. PLAN A CULTURAL OUTING 5. EXPLORE YOUR ...
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What You Should Know about Hematomas in the Elderlyby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Hematomas, more commonly referred to as bruises, are skin lesions that are often accompanied by a purplish mark. They mainly occur on the arms and leg...
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Staying Healthy in 2022 With These Healthy Living Tips for Seniorsby: Sifton - Erinview Staying healthy is wise at any age, but it becomes especially important as you get older. This means ensuring you are doing everything you can to keep...
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Retirement: A Vision for the Futureby: Sifton - Riverstone Every day, even if it is subconsciously, we plan for things. We plan what we’ll wear based on what the weather will be like, and what we can make fo...
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The Social Retiree Butterflyby: Sifton - Riverstone "Human beings are wired to connect - and we have the most complex and interesting social behavior our of all animals." - Michael Platt. Ph.D. (Biologi...
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Stay Healthy in 2022 With These Healthy Living Tips for Seniorsby: Sifton - Longworth Staying healthy is wise at any age, but it becomes especially important as you get older. This means ensuring you are doing everything you can to keep...
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Stay Healthy in 2022 With These Healthy Living Tips for Seniorsby: Sifton - Richmond Woods Staying healthy is wise at any age, but it becomes especially important as you get older. This means ensuring you are doing everything you can to keep...
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Stay Healthy in 2022 With These Healthy Living Tips for Seniorsby: Sifton - Dorchester Terrace Staying healthy is wise at any age, but it becomes especially important as you get older. This means ensuring you are doing everything you can to keep...
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Stay Healthy in 2022 With These Healthy Living Tips for Seniorsby: Sifton - The Westhill Staying healthy is wise at any age, but it becomes especially important as you get older. This means ensuring you are doing everything you can to keep...
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5 Ways to Prevent High Blood Pressureby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement As you get older, your blood pressure may become difficult to control. High blood pressure is especially dangerous because you can have it for years w...
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4 Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignoreby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement As you age, you may notice minor changes in your overall health. While some symptoms are a normal part of aging, others require immediate attention. ...
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4 Chic Types Of Glasses For Older Womenby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Do you need new eyeglasses? To help you stay up to date on the latest trends, here’s a look at four types of frames that can instantly transform you...
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3 Tips for Getting out of Your Comfort Zoneby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Are you a homebody? Are you stuck in a monotonous routine? If so, here are three ways you can push yourself to step out of your comfort zone.
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Happy Canada Day from Chateau Glengarryby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Here’s wishing you and your family the best the nation has to
offer as we celebrate our country’s independence!
Wishing you a very Happy Canada...
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How To Avoid Heat Stressby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement As you age, it’s more difficult for your body to regulate heat, which can result in health complications. Here are some tips from Chateau Glengarry ...
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Okanagan College Students Learn While Supporting Residentsby: The Vineyards Residence Sachets of Lavender, a Social Activity Enjoyed at The Vineyards Residence...
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SAY NO TO SENIOR ABUSE -Reflections on World Elder Abuse Awareness Dayby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Chateau Glengarry Retirement Living Centre will not tolerate any form of physical, sexual, emotional, verbal, or psychological abuse or harassment of ...
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Flowers to the Frontline Healthcare Workers!by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement After living with COVID for three years, and after numerous battles with new variants, we all have more confidence to deal with the difficult situati...
PERSONAL STORIES
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Galloping To The Winners Circle, One Chocolate At A Timeby: The Vineyards Residence An impromptu night of chance at The Vineyards Residence. ...
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2022 Top Choice Awardby: Harmony Hill Retirement Community Harmony Hill could not be more proud to have received the Top Choice Award for Best Retirement Home in the Durham Region for the fifth consecutive yea...
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Grandview Retirement Living Official Building Openingby: Grandview Retirement Living You're Invited! Friday, April 1st from 9am - 1pm join us for the official opening event of Grandview Retirement Living!...
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SUIVRE LA TECHNOLOGIEby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Ensemble, améliorons gracieusement notre niveau technique! Au Chateau Glengarry Home Living Centre, nous respectons les mesures de santé recommandé...
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Keeping Up with Technologyby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement The digital world moves so quickly—and for some, simply too fast. Young kids seem to have it all under control. With their mastery of the Internet, ...
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Charming New Look Coming this Springby: Magnolia Gardens Charming changes are coming to Magnolia Gardens this spring. ...
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4 Steps for Overcoming Cabin Feverby: Aster Gardens As we enter the third year of a global pandemic, cold weather and dark days, experiencing a bit of cabin fever is be expected. However, here are a few...
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Aster Gardens Wins Awardby: Aster Gardens The 2021 Senior Housing News Architecture & Design Awards presents Aster Gardens with an award for having an inspiring and functional living experienc...
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4 Steps for Overcoming Cabin Feverby: Wild Rose As we enter the third year of a global pandemic and the rise of a new variant, it is understandable that many of us are becoming restless and tired. Throw in the frosty winter, cold weather and dark days; experiencing a bit of cabin fever should be expected. However, here are a few ways you can make these gloomy days a little brighter! |
Newfound Freedoms: Resident Panel Discussionby: Wild Rose Optima Living Principal Ali Shivji sat down with residents of Wild Rose to discuss what life in a seniors’ community is like, and how their expectations for freedom, vibrancy, and activity were met or exceeded. Let us show you how this important life transition is nothing to fear! ...Read more |
Qu'avons - nous appris d'Omicron?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement En entrant dans la troisième année de la pandémie, après de nombreux blocages et deux nouvelles variantes, nous sommes tous prêts à aller de l'a...
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What did We learn from Omicron?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Going into the third year of the pandemic, after numerous lockdowns and two new variants, we are all ready to move on...how...
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A Day in the Life at Verve - Life Enrichmentby: Evergreen Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living Join our host Brian Keyes as he immerses himself in the day-to-day life at one of our many Verve retirement communities across Canada — this time, t...
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Take a 3D Tour of a 1 Bedroom Suiteby: Magnolia Gardens Picture yourself here! Take a 3D tour of a one bedroom suite and get a feel for retirement living at Magnolia Gardens. ...
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Evergreen Retirement in Active Lifeby: Evergreen Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living Evergreen Retirement Community was featured in Active Life. Check out our feature today....
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Honour, Respect and Memories Shared at Evanston Summitby: Evanston Summit Remembrance Day ceremony held at Evanston Summit with thoughtful moments, kind gestures and veterans honoured....
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Cutting-edge care — The Golden Girls Houseby: Richmond Care Home The Richmond Care Home, located about 35 minutes outside of Ottawa, serves up to 16 women suffering from a moderate form of dementia. It is the kind o...
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Vous allez être booooosté ?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement mis cette vaccination à la disposition de nos résidents à la fin du mois d’octobre 2021, et plus de 90 % des résidents ont reçu leur 3e dose de...
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Are You Going To Be Booooosted?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement In late October 2021, and more than 90% of Chateau Glengarry's residents have had their 3rd dose of the Covid-19 vaccine and their flu shot!...
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Edgewood Suites: part of a generous-hearted vision for living in Grey Countyby: Edgewood Suites “Building communities is more than just building homes,” says Shakir Rehmatullah, It’s all part of FLATO’s bigger vision for Southgate Townshi...
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New Guide to Senior Living in BC Now Availableby: The Waterford The world of senior living can be complicated. Bria Communities has developed a free digital booklet full of expert advice to help you navigate it....
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New Guide to Senior Living in BC Now Availableby: Sunridge Gardens The world of senior living can be complicated. Bria Communities has developed a free digital booklet full of expert advice to help you navigate it....
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New Guide to Senior Living in BC Now Availableby: Magnolia Gardens The world of senior living can be confusing. Bria Communities has developed a free digital booklet full of expert advice to help you navigate it....
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New Guide to Senior Living in BC Now Availableby: The Wexford The world of senior living raises lots of questions. Bria Communities has developed a free took to help you navigate it....
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Cheers To 5 Years, Evanston Summit Family!by: Evanston Summit Good food, good music, good times had by all during the Anniversary Celebration at Evanston Summit....
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Exploring the best of life together, at Verve - Diningby: Evergreen Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living Join host Brian Keyes as he immerses himself in the day-to-day life at one of our Verve retirement communities across Canada....
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Grandview Retirement Living Presentation Centre Grand Openingby: Grandview Retirement Living It's official, the Grandview Retirement Living Presentation Centre is OPEN!...
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Halloween Memories and Sharpie Pumpkinsby: The Vineyards Residence Right Brain Creativity at The Vineyards Residence ...
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Pet Therapy with Winston at The Vineyards Residenceby: The Vineyards Residence Winston brings out the best in residents....
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Caroline Times - August 2021 issueby: Caroline Place Caroline Place has been nominated for the Spectators Readers Choice Awards!
Another month has flown by. While things remain very much like they were ...
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Dog Tricks and Agility Performance For Treasured Grandparentsby: Evanston Summit Impressive paws bring delight to the residents of Evanston Summit!...
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Evanston Summit Residents Enjoy High Tea While Supporting Women in the Communityby: Evanston Summit Fascinators, Victorian Teahouse and Community!...
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Yeehaw! Evanston Summit celebrates the Stampedeby: Evanston Summit Evanston Summit residents Emilian and Jeanette’s smiles are indicative of the great time had by all at the residence’s Stampede Party....
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Evanston Summit Resident Lou Kimpe Retores '53 Chevy Truck To Gloryby: Evanston Summit From rust bucket in a field to eye candy on the road, ’53 Chevy truck is restored to glory...
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Seven things you're going to love about The Shores of Port Creditby: The Shores of Port Credit - Verve Senior Living The Shores of Port Credit, opening in November, exemplifies the current state-of-the-art in senior living....
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Staff Profile: Chris Clark, Executive Chef, Evanston Summitby: Evanston Summit Chris Clark, the in-house Executive Chef at Evanston Summit, ensures that the menu addresses the needs and flavours of many palettes. ...
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Memory Loss: Common Myths and Misconceptionsby: The Manor Villages StayWell Manor Dementia is a complex term that is often given as a general diagnosis for any decline in a person’s cognitive ability. Dementia is not a disease...
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How Do I Discuss Assisted Living with my Parents?by: The Manor Villages StayWell Manor How do you talk to your aging parents about getting some help and making a move? It’s not an easy conversation to have but going about it the right ...
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BRIA SENIORS BENEFIT FROM FIRST VACCINATIONby: Magnolia Gardens It's been ten weeks since our residents received their first dose of vaccine, and the results are fantastic! ...
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Staff Profile: Sandy Leia, Sales & Leasing Coordinator, Evanston Summitby: Evanston Summit "I want to know their story", says Sandy. ...
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Evanston Summit Residents Give Backby: Evanston Summit Residents at Evanston Summit wanted to help people in Calgary who may need a hand this season. ...
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Seniors with Diabetes: What’s On The Menu?by: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Many of our residents at Chateau Glengarry live with this condition, and we aim to
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Diane Volunteered endless hours to the Seniors living in her community during the Pandemicby: Chateau Glengarry Retirement Diane St-Denis has been working at Chateau Glengarry Retirement Living Centre for 34 years. As the Administrator she has been at the center of the Hom...
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Spring Gift Basket Drawby: Delmanor Glen Abbey Congratulations to Helen for winning Delmanor Glen Abbey's Spring Gift Basket Draw! A big thank you to all those who participated in t...
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January Wisteria Newsletterby: Wisteria Place
Happy New Year!We hope this finds you very well and keeping your spirits bright! This month has been busy! It's been a pleasure getting to know more of you on the phone, through our Zoom chats, and in our 2020 party chats! We are all looking forward to the new year. Highlights from 2020 for Wisteria Place: People – Gurpreet and I have truly enjoyed connecting and meeting with more and more people interested in getting to know Wisteria Place. Some p...
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Reimagine Senior Living : Caregiving In Communityby: Wisteria Place Seniors are valued members of our society, and at Optima Living we want to ensure they are equipped with all of the facts they need about caregiving, community, and our goal of reimagining senior living. The care partners at all Optima Living communities are carefully selected and well trained for all facets of high-quality living. As senior care professionals, we understand the concerns of living in a care community. In this webinar, Wild Rose's General M...
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All Things Wisteria Place Japanese Translationby: Wisteria Place If you would like to know more about Wisteria Place, watch this month's Q&A session. We discussed “All Things Wisteria Place,” including floor plans and everything you need to know to choose the ideal suite! We shared how we offer seniors a uniquely innovative standard of living that emphasizes harmony, community, and renewal. The session was followed up with a Japanese translation. |
Community Engagement for Healthy Livingby: Wild Rose With safety always in mind, Optima Living provides a community experience that enriches the lives of seniors. To learn about the benefits of community life, watch our webinar: “Community Engagement for Healthy Living.” Dr. Adrian Wagg—the Alberta Health Services Chair in Healthy Ageing and Optima Living's knowledge partner at the University of Alberta—discussed important health-related issues for seniors. Subscribe to our Read more |
Wild Rose on Global Newsby: Wild Rose Optima Living is grateful to our care partners, site leadership teams, and Alberta Health Services for all the tireless efforts during the pandemic. Global News recently featured a story on how seniors living communities have fared during the pandemic. Wild Rose and Country Cottage, two of our Edmonton area communities out of six in Edmonton have remained outbreak-free. Global featured Wild Rose, our Optima Living community in Terra Losa, West Edmonton on the 6pm news on January 26th, 2020. "Our success is due to the...
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Benefits of Yoga for Seniorsby: Wild Rose Every month, Wild Rose, our community located in Terra Losa in West Edmonton, hosts online yoga sessions. These sessions are led by Erin, a certified yoga instructor who specializes in yoga benefits for seniors. Erin has been focusing solely on yoga with seniors for two years now, and has seen tremendous benefits for seniors who participate in yoga regularly. What are some of the benefits of daily yoga?
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7 Ways to Boost Brain Healthby: Wild Rose In this online webinar with Optima Living principal Ali Shivji and Dr. Adrian Wagg—our knowledge partner at the University of Alberta—we discuss the seven most effective ways for seniors to boost brain health and ensure healthy cognition at every stage of life. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more resources! ...Read more |
Welcome to Wild Roseby: Wild Rose Featuring a cozy atmosphere and characteristic friendliness, Wild Rose is a warm, traditional seniors’ community ideally located in the Terra Losa Community near West Edmonton Mall. We offer an independent lifestyle for active seniors as well as Assisted Living services. Residents have a choice of bright and spacious studio and one-bedroom suites, many with full kitchens. |
B.C. Seniors - Book Your Vaccinationby: Wisteria Place B.C. is immunizing top priority groups between now and the end of March. People who can be vaccinated at this time will be notified. If you have not been contacted, you do not need to do anything. http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/covid-19-vaccine/ge...
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The Wedge: An Aster Gardens Innovative Designby: Aster Gardens Optima Living’s Aster Gardens is an innovative seniors’ living community built to promote active lifestyles and meet the specific tastes and needs of its residents. The building and all of its amenities were designed with residents in mind, considering their needs every step of the way. One of these architectural innovations is called the Wedge, a three-floor wing of the Aster Gardens building that emanates out from the southern front s...
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The Concrete Advantageby: Aster Gardens In our ongoing mission to provide seniors with the tools to live their best lives, we at Optima Living take a holistic approach to the construction of...
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Reimagine Senior Living: Caregiving in Communityby: Aster Gardens The care partners at all Optima Living communities are carefully selected and well trained for all facets of high-quality living....
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Aster Gardens January Newsletterby: Aster Gardens January 25th, 2021 This year is all about hope, celebration and living our best lives. As our Aster Gardens community comes together and the building nears completion, we can’t wait to show you this amazing place that so many are going to call home. From the unique features, to the technology, design and colours, to the community members and activities, the attention to detail in everything shines through. Keep an eye on our Read more |
Albertan Seniors - Book your Vaccinationby: Aster Gardens A vaccine roll-out plan was announced on February 19th, and you can now sign up to get notified when you qualify.
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Aster Gardens: Your COVID-19 Health & Safety is Our Priorityby: Aster Gardens Aster Gardens was designed with your safety in mind. This innovative seniors’ living community was imagined from the perspective of a resident, incorporating features and amenities that encourage comfort, vibrancy, and a reimagined life for seniors in a safe and worry-free environment. State-of-the-art COVID safety features are part of Aster Gardens to ensure you are provided with the best quality of life possible. Keeping you safe Infection Control and COVID-19 protocols are in place that meet or exceed ...
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Government Officials Tour Aster Gardensby: Aster Gardens Hear what local government officials are saying about Aster Gardens. Subscribe to the Optima Living YouTube channel for more resources! ...Read more |
Aster Gardens seniors residence finally blossomsby: Aster Gardens Promising a different way of enjoying the golden years, Aster Gardens officially opened its doors this week....
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Safe, Secure and Among Familyby: Evanston Summit Evanston Summit resident Mabel was one of dozens who expressed messages of hope during recent days....
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The Terraces create individual experiencesby: Baycrest Terraces Residents, clients and patients experience Baycrest in different ways, benefiting not only from programs and care but from our research and innovatio...
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FLATO Developments releases Edgewood Suites, independent adult community in Dundalkby: Edgewood Suites On July 18, community builder FLATO Developments launched Edgewood Suites, its flagship adult living community in Dundalk, via a virtual preview event...
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COVID Protocols at Delmanor Retirement Communitiesby: Delmanor Glen Abbey The health and safety of our Residents, their Families and our Team Members is our top priority and a duty we take seriously. As the situation with COVID-19 continues to evolve, Delmanor has taken more stringent precautionary measures to assist in the prevention of transmission of the virus and to comply with new recommendations from government officials and public health experts. ...Read more NEWS
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Bradford couple celebrates 70th wedding anniversary at The Eldenby: The Elden of Bradford Couple still holds hands down the hallway after 70 years of marriage. ...
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Responsive, immediate action kept Hamilton retirement residence ahead of the curveby: St. Elizabeth Village When the St. Elizabeth Retirement Residence in Hamilton heard the news about the first COVID-19 outbreaks in B.C., the team decided to take immediate ...
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Community at heart of retirement living.by: St. Elizabeth Village Bruce and Jan Mochrie were considering a costly renovation to the Ancaster house they had called home for 42 years when their son encouraged them to c...
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Carp Commons Expressions of Loveby: Carp Commons Retirement Village - Verve Senior Living Carp Commons residents and family members thank you scrapbook...
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Richmond Hill Residence Welcomes New Residents in Styleby: Richmond Hill Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living Richmond Hill Residence Welcomes New Residents in Style...
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Douglas Gilmour | Stories from the Green Benchby: The Village of Riverside Glen 94 year old Douglas Gilmour shares his advice on what the 'younger generation' should focus on now, and how overcoming challenges impacts our lives....
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Social Distancing at Oceana PARC Retirement Livingby: Oceana PARC Ben, a resident Oceans PARC wrote a letter to share his first-hand experience about what life during COVID-19 feels like. ...
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Annual Super Senior Bonspielby: Hazelton Place Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living Over the past several years, Verve Senior Living Communities have been proud sponsors of the “Annual Super Senior Bonspiel” at the Toronto...
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'It Just Feels Like Home' at Wentworth Heightsby: The Village of Wentworth Heights Anne Whittle and Ruth Chasty sit together in the lounge off Main Street in The Village Wentworth Heights. Other tables are filled with fellow resident...
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When Age is Just a Numberby: Hazelton Place Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living Hazelton Place Retirement Residence is proud to congratulate our resident, Lou Hollander, on completing his bachelor’s degree with Majors in History and Political Science from the University of Toronto. He is believed to be the oldest University of Toronto graduate in 2019 at the age of 84. After a successful career in Business, Lou decided to go back to school and in 1995 he enrolled at the University of Toronto to pursue yet another degree. Lou’s early career started with a factory cleaning job after which he moved on...
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The New Influencers: Why Boomers are changing food serviceby: Delmanor Elgin Mills By Divakar Raju - originally published on Restobiz.ca http://www.restobiz.ca/new-influencers-boomers-changing-foodservice/
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Respite Careby: Harmony Hill Retirement Community I recently stayed here in respite care following a hip replacement. I was here for three full weeks and will unconditionally recommend staying here to anyone. Even though I was in temporary respite I was afforded all the respect and amenities of a full time resident.... I was very impressed with the variety of meals and the regularity of fresh fruit and salads...I was able to experience the coconut and banana (yes real bananas) cream pies. What a wonderful caring and sharing bunch of people. You made me feel very welcome. |
GISELE POIRIER, SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST PARTNERS WITH WILDPINEby: Wildpine Retirement Residence At Wildpine, we are excited to partner with Gisele Poirier. Gisele is a Senior Real Estate Specialist who’s passion is to help people especially Seniors with every step of the process, from helping them downsize their belongings to selling their family home and moving into a retirement community. "The Big Step in life is when you have to move on from so many memories," says Gisele, "this is the time in life to think about you!" Gisele is a trained professional tactical negotiator and trained by Rea...
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STITTSVILLE FRIENDSHIP CLUB HOLIDAY LUNCHby: Wildpine Retirement Residence Our November 28th General Meeting and Christmas Luncheon was another great success.
This month we were served a full-blown Christmas Turkey Dinner ...
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Sneak Peek Of The Town Squareby: St. Elizabeth Village October 17, 2017
A vibrant commercial centre at the heart of The Village at St. Elizabeth Mills will offer residents and guests a dynamic place to ...
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Keeping everyone safeby: Prince of Peace At Verve Senior Living, our focus is to provide services and supports that enable seniors to optimize their health, well-being, and independence. Duri...
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Alavida's communities are 'a great way to live'by: Promenade Seniors' Suites & Retirement Residence When Alavida Lifestyles opened their Ravines location four years ago, Peggy Moffatt and her husband Jim were one of the first couples to move in. Peggy’s now 80, Jim just turned 90, and they both feel “the past four years have been great!” “It’s a great way to live,” she said. “It’s like being on a cruise ship — you have all your meals and entertainment. In the winter on a miserable day, you don’t have to go out, we have a pool party!” <...
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Alavida's communities are 'a great way to liveby: Ravines Seniors' Suites & Retirement Residence When Alavida Lifestyles opened their Ravines location four years ago, Peggy Moffatt and her husband Jim were one of the first couples to move in. Peggy’s now 80, Jim just turned 90, and they both feel “the past four years have been great!” “It’s a great way to live,” she said. “It’s like being on a cruise ship — you have all your meals and entertainment. In the winter on a miserable day, you don’t have to go out, we have a pool party!” <...
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Alavida's communities are 'a great way to live'by: Park Place Seniors' Suites & Retirement Residence When Alavida Lifestyles opened their Ravines location four years ago, Peggy Moffatt and her husband Jim were one of the first couples to move in. Peggy’s now 80, Jim just turned 90, and they both feel “the past four years have been great!” “It’s a great way to live,” she said. “It’s like being on a cruise ship — you have all your meals and entertainment. In the winter on a miserable day, you don’t have to go out, we have a pool party!” <...
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V!VA Mississauga celebrates 5th anniversaryby: VIVA Mississauga On a beautiful Thursday afternoon in Mississauga, Community Members gathered in the main lobby of V!VA Mississauga Retirement Community to celebrate their community’s 5th year anniversary. The theme for this years celebration was, “Grow With Us” – fitting as many Community Members and Team Members have been with V!VA Mississauga since it opened in 2011. Community Members enjoyed delicious hor d'oeuvres and chatting with friends while local pianist, Ron Adea, performed classical music on the baby...
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Real Life Resident Stories - Dorothy H.by: Summerhill PARC “I’ve never been so busy in my entire life.” Dorothy, an upbeat resident at Summerhill PARC, has never had a schedule quite like this. It’s no wonder. She is always on the go. Although she only just moved in six months ago, Dorothy already has a great social network, fitness regime and activities to keep her busy. Dorothy says she’s never felt so energized. “I attend exercise classes three times a week, join the bus excursions, I play BINGO and go to the casino,&r...
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Real Life Resident Stories - Sylviaby: Summerhill PARC “I’m so happy I made the move.” Sylvia has always been a busy person – in between raising her two daughters she did lots of volunteer work, and has always kept active. But she never could have known that she’d learn so many new skills in independent retirement living. Sylvia decided to make a move soon after her husband passed away because she “wanted to be around people”; she liked Summerhill PARC as soon as she walked through the door. Several years ago, as a ne...
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Real Life Resident Stories - Henryby: Cedar Springs PARC “Enjoying the view from the top” As a lifelong skier and mountaineering enthusiast who has volunteered as a safety patrol officer in Whistler for the past 26 years, Henry can’t say enough about the location of Cedar Springs PARC. “We have mountain trails on our doorstep, beaches and waterways for paddling. This is a huge advantage to other seniors’ residences. It makes this place unique.” Henry is an avid hiker and regularly heads to the Baden-Powell and other nearby mo...
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Real Life Resident Stories - Jimby: Mulberry PARC “Everything you need is here.” For Jim, life began in the Kootenays, and although he left as a young man, his heart remains in Kaslo, BC. So much so, that Jim and his wife Ruth, hobbyist tour guides for 35 years, regularly take groups to the area, where Jim recounts colourful tales of miners and early settlers while leading treks on wilderness trails. Last year, at the age of 89, he hiked to the top of Idaho Mountain, enjoying a view that has captivated him for decades. Some of the Mulberry PA...
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PARC Retirement Living provides financial assistance to senior-focused programsby: Mulberry PARC PARC Retirement Living was very pleased to present sponsorship cheques recently to two Burnaby associations whose efforts and values are well aligned with PARC’s. On Tuesday, July 21st, Mulberry PARC’s General Manager, Jerilyn Lee, was very proud to present a $12,000 cheque to the Seniors Active in Living program at Confederation Community Centre of Burnaby, BC. Then on Wednesday, July 22nd, she presented an $11,000 cheque on behalf of PARC Retirement Living to the executive and administration of Edmonds Health Watch al...
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Preventing Fallsby: Summerhill PARC One moment you’re reaching for that teapot on the upper shelf of your kitchen. The next, you’re on the floor writhing in pain, chastising yourself for having not been more careful. It’s oh too common. One-third of people aged 65 years and over typically fall once or more in any calendar year, and nearly one-half of people in long-term care facilities were admitted because they had a fall. Break your hip, and it can be even worse. Half of those who do, never regain their pre-fall level of functioning. The...
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Real Life Resident Stories - Margaretby: Mulberry PARC “This was a good move.” Margaret moved into independent retirement living some years sooner than she had planned, and she hasn’t regretted it for a minute. While researching where she might like to live once her own home got too much to manage, Margaret found she liked the lifestyle at and location of Mulberry PARC. When she received a phone call to say a suite fitting her exact wish list had become available, she thought “why not” and moved in. Margaret took up cycling...
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Living with Zest!by: St. Elizabeth Village
My parents lived here and were happy. We are now enjoying it here just as much! - T. Dam
What I like most about living in the Village i...
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Is it time to consider moving to a retirement living residence?by: Crown Ridge Retirement Residence Spring is right around the corner. For many seniors it is the perfect time to start the conversation about retirement living. The question of when is it the right time to move into a retirement living community is one that requires serious consideration. Typically a good time to start the conversation is when cooking, keeping up with housework, yard work and home maintenance, paying bills or even getting around town becomes harder to do....
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VIVA Retirement - Lasting Love Contestby: VIVA Mississauga Have you been married for more than 50 years? NEWS
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Arbourside Court's atmosphere contains far more than oxygen!by: Arbourside Court Arbourside Court is a senior’s only residence where the atmosphere contains far more than oxygen.
We infuse all ninety two of our immaculate suites and our inviting common areas with equal parts glamour and glee. Invite yourself to experience what the seniors’ lifestyle can be when you come home to sincere smiles and friendly faces.
Mirth, glee, hilarity, merriment, jollity, joviality refer to the gaiety characterizing people who are enjoying the companionship of others. Mirth suggests spontaneous amusement or gaiety, manifested brief...
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The Bowlby: Sifton - Richmond Woods The Bowl
Some people move homes very little, some move very often. I am one of the latter.
As we move to our second home here in London, I pack up the fragile items from the hutch, the one that belonged to my Aunt Jennie (Quarrie) who also happened to live here in London, and wrap them carefully in the moving paper.
As I pick up a large “V” shaped glass potato chip bowl, I see the 1950’s patterned paint slightly faded in some spots, and there is the matching yet smaller bowl, that attaches to hold the dip. I think about packing...
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Dunfield's Belly Dancing classes provide fitness and funby: The Dunfield Retirement Residence Greta emigrated from Denmark to Canada over 50 years ago. Always open to adventure, Greta has a positive life learning philosophy which enables her to remain healthy, vibrant, and active. Her love for adventure has taken her to many interesting places including St. Petersburg Russia and the Berlin Wall long before they became popular tourist areas. She also participated in a high energy line dancing troupe and travelled with them extensively internationally for over 17 years. Greta has fond memories of her life as a Toron...
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The Dunfield - a community of like-minded peopleby: The Dunfield Retirement Residence Ilse was born in the Dutch East Indies on the island of Java on a tea and rubber plantation to Dutch parents. Her parents encouraged her from an early age to be involved and actively engaged in life learning. She was also encouraged to stay healthy and active, despite being in a war and deprived of a proper youth. Always trying to practice what she preached, Ilse moved to Australia to pursue a career as a nurse specializing in midwifery and then moved to Canada and specialized in cardiology. Ilse tries to "live" every day...
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Living at The Dunfield extends your lifeby: The Dunfield Retirement Residence Dr. Shaul graduated from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine in 1947. He specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He was an Associate Professor of Obstetrics/Gynecology and Psychiatry and was the Founding Director of the Human Sexuality Clinic in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto. Dr. Shaul was the recipient of the W.T. Aikins Award for Excellence in Teaching and Course Development. He has been on various radio call in and talk shows on both the CBC Radio and CFRB 1010. His shows opened the dialogue on...
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Humber Heights Continuum of Care Communityby: The Village of Humber Heights The Village of Humber Heights is Etobicoke's unique continuum of care community for seniors offering a full range of care support levels. As the level of care which residents require may change with the passage of time, residents will not be forced to uproot to a new facility at a different location - a move that is often stressful, if not traumatic. At Humber Heights, residents will merely move to a different level of care within the Village. Humber Heights continuum of care community allows spouses to remain together instead of being s...
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An indoor village concept - summer, winter, rain or shineby: The Village of Taunton Mills The Village of Taunton Mills is Whitby's unique continuum of care community for seniors offering a full range of care support levels. As the level of care which an individual requires may change with the passage of time, the resident will not be forced to uproot to a new facility at a different location - a move that often disruptive, if not traumatic. At Taunton Mills, the resident will merely move to a different level of care within the Village. Taunton Mills continuum of care will also allow spouses to remain together instead of being...
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Preventing Senior Fallsby: PARC Retirement Living One moment you’re reaching for that teapot on the upper shelf of your kitchen. The next, you’re on the floor writhing in pain, chastising yourself for having not been more careful. It’s oh too common. One-third of people aged 65 years and over typically fall once or more in any calendar year, and nearly one-half of people in long-term care facilities were admitted because they had a fall. Break your hip, and it can be even worse. Half of those who do, never regain their pre-fall level of functioning. The...
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Discover the Delmanor Differenceby: Delmanor Seniors Communities As a proud member of the Tridel Group of Companies, Delmanor offers a spectacular turn-key lifestyle with convenient locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area. If you enjoy travelling south for the winter or want to head to the family cottage for the summer; our full-service lifestyle alleviates the worry of home maintenance while you enjoy a favourite destination. The Delmanor team will be here to welcome you home upon your return. At Delmanor, we’re dedicated to establishing service that shows. If you&rsq...
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Alavida's communities are a great way to liveby: Alavida When Alavida Lifestyles opened their Ravines location four years ago, Peggy Moffatt and her husband Jim were one of the first couples to move in. Peggy’s now 80, Jim just turned 90, and they both feel “the past four years have been great!” “It’s a great way to live,” she said. “It’s like being on a cruise ship — you have all your meals and entertainment. In the winter on a miserable day, you don’t have to go out, we have a pool party!” <...
PERSONAL STORIES
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Healthy eating tips for seniorsby: Delmanor Seniors Communities The older we get, the more important nutitional content becomes. 7 tips for smart food choices to keep you healthy longer.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Best activities for a healthy mind and bodyby: Delmanor Seniors Communities 8 Easy exercises suited to older adults to keep you strong, flexible, and stable....
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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School isn’t just for the youngby: Delmanor Seniors Communities Learning helps keep us relevant, mentally sharp, and young in mind and body, Here's why a lifetime of learning empowers us particularly in our senior ...
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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10 Devices all older adults should know aboutby: Delmanor Seniors Communities Essential technology for Seniors. Here are 10 of the best devices that all seniors should embrace.
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LIFESTYLE
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Why 80 is the new 70by: Delmanor Seniors Communities Forget about chronological age, and focus on your psychological age. Stay young with attitude. Here's how....
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Living With Dementiaby: Delmanor Seniors Communities How family and friends can help support their loved one living wih dementia and memory loss.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Delmanor’s Sheldon Gould will change how you think about retirement home diningby: Delmanor Seniors Communities Certified Red Seal Chefs give 5-star restaurants a run at quality, variety, and taste....
LIFESTYLE
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The New Influencers: Why Boomers are changing foodserviceby: Delmanor Seniors Communities The want for healthy, tasty, unique and entertaining meal choices isn’t changing, and boomers aren’t afraid to put their money where their mouth i...
LIFESTYLE
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PARC Living Responds to COVID-19by: PARC Retirement Living Health & Safety is our highest priority PARC is treating the COVID-19 virus very seriously, given the severe health consequences this virus would have...
NEWS
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Comfort Life’s blog ran from 2011 to 2016, and included popular topics and posts with enduring relevance. Find links to topics and top posts below.
Health and Wellness included a look at cognitive testing in Ontario, advice on helping parents with depression, and expert advice on helping parents with anxiety.
Finances and law covered topics like financial planning, insurance, taxes, and legal matters. Our post on protecting parents against mortgage fraud remains helpful advice.
Best places to retire was a popular topic, including where to retire in Ontario and the best places in Canada. You can find updated, richer lists on our main site for BC and Alberta, or related pages like the towns in Ontario.
Leisure and Events included Arts, Technology, Sports, Hobbies and Crafts, and Events.
Featured columns like Sandwich Generation were also informative and engaging.