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Fun Facts: Llamas
Yesterday I saw a wonderful video online showing Llamas visiting a senior home in New Brunswick, much to the surprise and delight of...
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Apr 22, 20211 min read


Earth Day Activities for Seniors & Caregivers
Happy Earth Day! Today marks the 51st annual Earth Day. First introduced in 1970 when millions of Americans stood in protest for better...
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Apr 21, 20212 min read


Chicken & Asparagus Pot Pie
April is a great time for vegetable harvests, such as radishes, fiddleheads, spinach, and especially asparagus! That's why it's one of...
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Apr 20, 20212 min read


Apr. 20: This Day in History
From scientific invention to the first Trudeau as Prime Minister, this day in history has plenty to talk about! Share your memories and...
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Apr 20, 20211 min read


DIY Daisies!
We saw this cute craft online last week and just had to share! Made from cotton swabs, pipe-cleaners, and Play-Doh, these adorable...
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Apr 16, 20212 min read


Fun Facts: Orchids
Living for up to 100 years, Orchid plants are the oldest and largest family of flowering plants in the world! Some mature Orchids have...
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Apr 15, 20211 min read


Adaptive Clothing for Seniors
As we age, it becomes increasingly more difficult to get dressed each morning. Seniors who suffer from arthritis, limited mobility, or...
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Apr 14, 20212 min read


April 13: This Day in History
This day in history marks significant events in music, sports, air travel and literature! For more events in history, subscribe to our...
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Apr 12, 20211 min read


Yarn Wraps
Using yarn, a familiar item for many elderly, in a repetitive manner is a great way to provide busy hands with a task, bring out their...
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Apr 9, 20212 min read


Fun Facts: Unicorns!
Today, April 9th, is National Unicorn Day! Unicorns have been a popular mythical creature since Ancient Greek times! While they were once...
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Apr 8, 20211 min read


Apple Cake
A tradition in many families is making delicious sweet treats and desserts for special occasions - like this one from our own family!...
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Apr 6, 20212 min read


April 6th: This Day in History
Taking a "walk down memory lane" is a great way to stimulate the areas of the brain that help with focus. It is also a great way to...
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Apr 5, 20211 min read


DIY Bunny Jar!
As April promises to bring in warmer, yet wetter weather, bunnies and other animals alike begin to emerge looking to dine on grass,...
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Apr 2, 20212 min read


Fun Facts: Butterflies
Did you know that butterflies can't fly in temperatures below 55°F?! Did you know that they are near-sighted, but can see a range of...
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Apr 1, 20211 min read


Hot Cross Buns
A tradition at Easter for breakfast or a light lunch, hot cross buns are a delicious way to celebrate the holiday! We found this tasty...
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Mar 30, 20212 min read


Mar. 30: This Day in History
Did you know that #onthisday famous painter Vincent van Gogh was born?! Sharing events and historical figures with the elderly can lead...
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Mar 29, 20211 min read


Bird Craft
Sometimes the simplest activities are most effective in providing creative and social activities for your elderly loved one. Try this...
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Mar 26, 20212 min read


Fun Facts: Honey Bees
Did you know that 75 - 90% of wild plants and global crops depend on animal pollination?! Bees, in particular, are among the greatest...
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Mar 25, 20211 min read


Paranoia & Dementia
According to the Alzheimer's Association, "delusions (firmly held beliefs in things that are not real) may occur in middle- to late-stage...
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Mar 25, 20212 min read


Deviled Eggs
One of the traditional appetizers at our family Easter gatherings has been Deviled Eggs. Popular in Europe and North America, these...
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Mar 24, 20211 min read
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