Fun Facts: Mother's Day
According to History.com celebrations of mothers and motherhood can be traced back to the ancient Greeks and Romans, who held festivals...
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May 5, 20212 min read
Seniors & Spirituality
Today is the National Day of Prayer in the United States, specifically. However, in early March, it was World Prayer Day celebrated in...
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May 4, 20211 min read
Lemon Pudding Cake
Want to make a delicious treat for Mother's Day? Well, we got you covered! This tasty, sweet (and tart!) dessert is a great choice,...
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May 3, 20211 min read
May 4: This Day in History
May the 4th Be With You! Now today may be considered Star Wars Day to some, however, there are a number of other events that took place...
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Apr 30, 20212 min read
Mother's Day Bouquet
On May 9th, we celebrate Mother's Day! What better way to honour the mother's in our lives than by making a bouquet of flowers with them...
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Apr 29, 20211 min read
Fun Facts: Bugs Bunny!
Did you know today is #NationalBugsBunnyDay?! This charming animated character entered our homes over 80 years ago and still remains a...
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Apr 28, 20212 min read
3 Signs that your parent may need home care support
As we get older, we become more acutely aware of the growing needs of our ageing parents. It is never an easy discussion to have when...
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Apr 27, 20212 min read
Blueberry Pie
Did you know today is National Blueberry Pie Day!? Wow! Who knew these delicious, antioxidant-rich berries had their own day! Well, we...
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Apr 26, 20211 min read
Apr. 27: This Day in History
When spending time with seniors, we find they enjoy reminiscing about events, people, and memories of the past. Each week we provide you...
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Apr 23, 20211 min read
DIY Carousel Horse
Thinking back to our childhood experiences of Carnivals or Amusement Parks, we often think about cotton candy, prize-filled games,...
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Apr 22, 20211 min read
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 21, 20212 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 20, 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, 20211 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 16, 20212 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 15, 20211 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 14, 20212 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 12, 20211 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 9, 20212 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 8, 20211 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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