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The Ideal Team
Jun 6, 20222 min read
Best Foods for Aging Men
As we continue our June series to celebrate and honour Men's Health Month, our blog today discusses the 7 best foods for senior or aging...
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The Ideal Team
Jun 3, 20221 min read
Ottawa Events - June 1- 5, 2022
Now that the weather is improving and more venues are opening up for visitors, it's important to get out there and enjoy all the things...
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The Ideal Team
May 13, 20221 min read
Travel Food Tips
Now that May is here, we begin to see more and more opportunities to travel - locally or globally. If you are travelling with seniors,...
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The Ideal Team
Apr 29, 20222 min read
Tips for Adding Fruits & Veggies to a Senior's Diet
Getting most individuals to add more fruits and vegetables into their diet has always been the goal of most doctors and other health...
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The Ideal Team
Apr 24, 20222 min read
Dehydration in Seniors
Dehydration occurs when a person loses more water than they take in. Adequate fluid allows the body to regulate temperature through...
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The Ideal Team
Apr 15, 20221 min read
5 Ways to Spend the Holidays with Your Senior Loved One
Easter has arrived, and for those who celebrate it can be a time of great family traditions and gatherings. For many, spending time with...
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The Ideal Team
Apr 11, 20223 min read
Handling Outbursts in Your Loved One
Everyone has a bad day here or there and can be caused by a number of factors, but if those outbursts or "temper tantrums" are exhibited...
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The Ideal Team
Apr 1, 20222 min read
Add More Laughter To Your Life
Happy April Fools Day! Today is a day that is synonymous with laughter and enjoyment, but how can we add more laughter into our everyday...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 30, 20223 min read
Spring Cleaning Tips for Seniors
Spring has always been a time for rejuvenation, fresh starts, and the de-cluttering of our homes. Spring cleaning can be both rewarding...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 27, 20222 min read
Putting a Spring into Your Step this Season!
Spring has begun with all of its varying weather patterns here in the Ottawa region. One day it may be mild and sunny - the next day...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 25, 20221 min read
5 Tips for a Healthy Spring Inside and Out
Get some spring in your step with these quick tips on how to maintain your health during the season! Servicing the Ottawa Community since...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 20, 20222 min read
Health Benefits of Gardening for Seniors
It is officially the first full day of Spring! Now, depending on where you live, it may not look like Spring out there, but that doesn't...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 18, 20221 min read
Happy Acts!
In honour and celebration of the International Day of Happiness happening this Sunday, March 20th, 2022, we encourage you to spread some...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 14, 20222 min read
Mealtime with Seniors
As we age, we may experience difficulty swallowing, chewing and biting our food. This makes getting proper nutrition a challenge, but it...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 11, 20221 min read
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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The Ideal Team
Mar 7, 20222 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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The Ideal Team
Mar 4, 20221 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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The Ideal Team
Mar 3, 20221 min read
Key Facts About Hearing
Today, March 3rd, 2022 is #WorldHearingDay. This day has been organized by the World Health Organization to bring awareness on the...
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The Ideal Team
Feb 28, 20223 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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The Ideal Team
Feb 25, 20221 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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