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Winter Polar Bear Craft
As we prepare for the colder snowy weather this winter, cozy up with this cute winter polar bear craft! Please note** This activity has a...
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Jan 17, 20222 min read
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Make Some Noise on NYE!
Ever wonder what to do with all that leftover gift wrapping and boxes?! Usher in the new year with this fun New Years’ Eve noisemaker...
The Ideal Team
Dec 27, 20212 min read
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Flossing Tips for Seniors
Flossing and all oral/mouth care are vital to the health and wellbeing of older adults and seniors. This process removes food and...
The Ideal Team
Nov 25, 20212 min read
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Stuffed Butternut Squash
A great way to celebrate seasonal vegetables is with this delicious stuffed butternut squash recipe (originally found here). High in...
The Ideal Team
Nov 24, 20212 min read
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Paper Doily Christmas Trees
For some of us, Christmas shopping has already begun as we anticipate gathering more with family and friends this year. So why not begin...
The Ideal Team
Nov 22, 20212 min read
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Flower Ice Bowl
Whether it's fruit, cold drinks, or desserts, you can serve anything chilled in one of these decorative flower ice bowls. Despite their...
The Ideal Team
Nov 17, 20212 min read
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An Ombre Pinecone Craft
We went for a walk in our neighbourhood and we found many beautiful pinecones in the paths of the Trans Canada Trails of Stittsville,...
The Ideal Team
Nov 15, 20212 min read
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Potato Stamp Poppies
A favourite activity with our elderly clients during Remembrance Day uses paint, potatoes, and poppies! Create this beautiful and simple...
The Ideal Team
Nov 8, 20211 min read
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Tapioca Pudding
Tapioca is a starch from the roots of the cassava plant, which is native to Brazil. It can take many forms, but the small pearls are...
The Ideal Team
Oct 27, 20212 min read
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Turkey & Brie Sandwich
Have some leftover turkey from Thanksgiving!? Why not try this delicious bistro-style sandwich for your next lunch! Bistro Turkey & Brie...
The Ideal Team
Oct 13, 20211 min read
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Pine Cone Crafts
At this time of year, finding natural objects such as leaves, pine cones, and twigs are easy to find and most importantly they make great...
The Ideal Team
Oct 4, 20212 min read
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Stretches for Seniors
As we age, we tend to lose flexibility in our muscles. Our bodies begin to ache and we feel slight discomfort or pain in our joints...
The Ideal Team
Sep 9, 20213 min read
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Hot Apple Cider
Here in the Ottawa region, we have had more than a couple of cooler evenings lately. It inspired us to search for a delicious, warm, and...
The Ideal Team
Sep 8, 20211 min read
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Pear Crumble Recipe
Welcome to the first day of September! A month of transition from the hot summer days to the cool crisp weather of Fall. This month is...
The Ideal Team
Aug 31, 20211 min read
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Potato Cakes
Ever wanted to know what to do with those leftover mashed potatoes? Why not create a brand new side dish from it!? Try this delicious...
The Ideal Team
Aug 24, 20211 min read
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Make Your Own Applesauce
Ever heard the saying "An apple a day keeps the doctor away?" Well, can the same be said for applesauce? Applesauce in its simplest...
The Ideal Team
Aug 17, 20212 min read
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Importance of Staying Hydrated
As the temperatures in much of the country are rising, causing heat warnings and poor air quality, we must remind ourselves of the...
The Ideal Team
Aug 11, 20212 min read
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Breakfast Crescent Roll
Looking for the softness of freshly baked rolls, protein-packed eggs, and the hard-to-resist bacon?! Try this delicious recipe adapted...
The Ideal Team
Aug 10, 20211 min read
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Let's Go "Fishing"!
Fishing is one of the most popular activities during the summer months here in Canada. With family, friends, or on your own, fishing is...
The Ideal Team
Aug 6, 20212 min read
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Stuffed Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes on their own are packed with nutrients, such as fibre, protein, and Vitamin A. When combined with vegetables like...
The Ideal Team
Aug 3, 20212 min read
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