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Friday Five: Mindfulness
During the month of March, many of us begin a mindfulness practice to prepare ourselves for the changing season, brush off the past, and...
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Mar 11, 20221 min read


Fun Facts: 1st Telephone Call
Today marks a remarkable day in history. It is the first day that a recognizable message was transmitted by phone by Scottish-Canadian...
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Mar 10, 20221 min read


St. Patrick's Day Tic-Tac-Toe
A great way to encourage seniors and older adults to participate in social activities are to provide familiar games and tasks from their...
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Mar 9, 20222 min read


Turmeric, Fig & Honey Yogurt
As we continue our series on #NutritionMonth, we borrow this delicious and nutritious recipe from Dieticians.ca in collaboration with...
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Mar 8, 20221 min read


Weight Loss & Seniors
As we age, it is natural to have weight fluctuations. However, when older adults lose weight quickly and without trying, it may be cause...
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Mar 7, 20222 min read


Upcoming Events March 5 - 11th
As the Ontario government has now lifted many pandemic restrictions on vaccine requirements and capacity limits around the Province,...
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Mar 4, 20221 min read


Chicken with Garlic & Herbs
If you're looking for a food item that is so versatile when cooking meat, pasta, or vegetarian dishes and is packed with nutrients that...
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Mar 1, 20222 min read


5 Tips for Reducing Sundowning
What is Sundowning? Sundowning is a symptom of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of Dementia. It occurs when a loved one becomes...
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Feb 28, 20223 min read


Upcoming Events Feb. 26 - Mar. 3
As the city, and Province, begins to open up to more in-person events, we will be sharing some local, community-based and senior-friendly...
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Feb 25, 20221 min read


Fun Facts About Books!
Yesterday, we shared information and ideas on the benefits of reading aloud to seniors. So today we thought we would find some fun facts...
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Feb 24, 20221 min read


6 Benefits of Reading to the Elderly
Reading, whether it's novels, newspapers, or other texts can benefit everyone at any age. As we age, this relaxing pastime can often be...
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Feb 23, 20222 min read


Maple Waldorf Salad
Walnuts are one of the oldest plant-based food items known in humankind. They also have the highest amount of antioxidants that may...
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Feb 22, 20222 min read


Self Love = Self Care
February is widely known as Heart Health Month. When we talk about heart health, we think about the foods we eat and the activities we...
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Feb 21, 20222 min read


Fun Facts: Family Day!
Well, it's a long weekend for many of us! A holiday granted to us as a way to honour and celebrate families, and in turn (for those who...
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Feb 18, 20221 min read


Winter Olympics
The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics have begun and many of our clients and elderly loved ones enjoy watching the sporting events on...
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Feb 16, 20221 min read


Broccoli Soup
Broccoli, and other cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower, brussels sprouts and kale, are rich in nutrients and compounds that have the...
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Feb 15, 20222 min read


The Art of Aging Gracefully
In today's health & wellness blog, we welcome guest contributor, Joe Nasrallah - Personal Coach. What We Can All Do to Help Us Get the...
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Feb 14, 20225 min read


Fun Facts: The Super Bowl
Well, it's that time of year again when we gather with friends, family, and the community to enjoy one of the most-watched television...
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Feb 11, 20221 min read


Winter Word Puzzles
We all know the benefits of staying physically active as older adults, but what about our mental acuity? As we get older, maintaining and...
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Feb 9, 20221 min read


Turkey Ginger Soup
Last week we discussed the health benefits of Turmeric with its anti-inflammatory properties. Well, today we will focus on its close...
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Feb 8, 20222 min read
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