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Feb 9, 20212 min read

Kale Chickpea Salad with Trout

Today's heart-healthy recipe is from the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation and pairs protein-rich fish and chickpeas with the...

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Feb 8, 20211 min read

Feb. 9: This Day in History

Share memories and special events in history with your elderly loved ones through conversation, images, or music! Start today with this...

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Feb 5, 20211 min read

Felt Hearts

Bringing back nostalgic activities like knitting or sewing can be both fun and therapeutic for elderly loved ones. In this week's...

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Feb 4, 20211 min read

Fun Facts: The Human Heart

Did you know that laughing is good for your heart? It reduces stress and gives a boost to your immune system! In keeping with our journey...

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Feb 3, 20212 min read

Heart-Healthy Pasta Salad

February is Heart month! So we decided to share a heart-healthy recipe from the Heart & Stroke Foundation. This deliciously light pasta...

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Feb 1, 20211 min read

Feb. 2: This Day in History

On this day in history, music and live entertainment at their best! Play a few chords, sing along, or watch a favourite performance with...

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Jan 29, 20212 min read

Valentine's Day Card

Yes, it's that time again! February has arrived and with it comes feelings of love, visions of pink and red paper hearts, and tastes of...

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Jan 28, 20211 min read

Fun Facts: Puzzles

Today is National Puzzle Day! Founded by Jodi Jill in 2002 to celebrate her love of puzzles, many soon joined in the fun by assembling...

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Jan 26, 20211 min read

Red Lentil & Chickpea Soup

Looking for a warm dish to bring you in from the cold? Try this flavourful soup recipe using easy to find pantry staples and a little...

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Jan 25, 20211 min read

Jan. 26: This Day in History

On this day in history, groundbreaking moments in the Olympics, Disneyland, and music and television! Share these moments, along with...

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Jan 22, 20212 min read

Community Quilt

Quiltmaking has been around for centuries for protection and insulation during cold weather, but also as a way for families to...

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Jan 21, 20211 min read

Fun Facts: The Polaroid

In 1944, inspired by the words of his 3-year old daughter when she asked why she couldn't see the picture he just took of her, Polaroid's...

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Jan 20, 20215 min read

Cannabis and its Benefits for Seniors

We often hear about the benefits of the use of Cannabis, or Medical Marijuana, on adults as a form of health maintenance and/or for...

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Jan 19, 20211 min read

Smoothies for Health

There are many options for getting in the nutrients and vitamins you need to keep yourself and your elderly loved ones healthy. Some...

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Jan 18, 20211 min read

Jan. 19: This Day in History

This day in history features the debut of a popular board game, the end of the VW Beetle era, and snow in Florida! #seniorcare...

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Jan 15, 20211 min read

Shaving Foam Art!

We're not sure who thought to combine shaving cream and acrylic paint, but it's a work of art! Here what you need: Shaving cream (some...

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Jan 14, 20211 min read

Fun Facts: Strawberry Ice Cream!

We were super surprised to learn that today...in JANUARY (right in the middle of winter)...is National Strawberry Ice Cream Day! Not...

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Jan 13, 20212 min read

Benefits of Reading Aloud to Seniors

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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Jan 12, 20211 min read

Soup for Brain Health

There are a number of foods rich in vitamins and nutrients to aid in brain health, such as salmon, leafy greens, berries, and walnuts. ...

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Jan 11, 20211 min read

Jan. 12: This Day in History

On this day, history was made in magic, comic books and television...not to mention the birthday of an iconic hockey and donut franchise...