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Music Therapy & Activities
It's hard to find someone who doesn't appreciate music. From grandparents to young children, music transcends all ages, cultures, and...
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Jul 13, 20222 min read
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Breakfast Ideas for Seniors
Are you concerned that your senior loved one, or older adult in your care, isn’t getting enough nutrition? It could be that they have...
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Jul 11, 20223 min read
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Canada Day Activity Pages
Tomorrow we celebrate 155 years as a country! An exciting day for those of us that call Canada home. Whether you are celebrating with...
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Jun 29, 20221 min read
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Mediterranean Pasta Salad
A classic dish perfect for warm summer days and outdoor family picnics! This salad is sure to please as a light lunch or a filling dinner...
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Jun 27, 20221 min read
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Ottawa Events: June 24 - July 4th, 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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Jun 24, 20221 min read
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DIY Painted Coasters
Participating in arts and crafts activities is a great way to spend time with your elderly loved one. These activities will bring out...
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Jun 22, 20222 min read
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Fruit Slushies
Summer would not be complete without a cold, sweet drink in hand! That's right, this refreshing real fruit slushie is a perfect addition...
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Jun 20, 20221 min read
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Understanding Anxiety
Mental health plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and aging well overall. Many older adults may not be able to tell...
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Jun 19, 20223 min read
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5 Ways to Celebrate Father's Day
As you may know, this Sunday is Father's Day! A day to celebrate the strong, caring men in our lives. These can be any men in your life...
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Jun 17, 20221 min read
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Black Bean Brownies
Yes, you read that correctly - brownies made with black beans! This surprisingly delicious and nutritious flourless treat will delight...
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Jun 14, 20221 min read
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Benefits of Word Searches
Spending time working on puzzles, crosswords, and word searches is a great way to boost brain activity, increase, focus, and get some...
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Jun 14, 20221 min read
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Chairs That Rock! Health Benefits of Rocking Chairs on the Elderly
What comes to mind when you hear the word rocking chair? A front porch in the southern States? Vintage furniture in your granny's...
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Jun 12, 20222 min read
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Tips for Summer Skin
Keeping yourself and your elderly loved ones safe and protected while enjoying the summer months is vital to maintaining healthy skin....
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Jun 10, 20221 min read
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Dice Game for Men & Other Seniors
Playing a variety of games, either board games or physical games like horseshoe/bean bag toss, is a great way to get senior men involved...
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Jun 8, 20222 min read
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Cherry Clafouti
June is when a wide variety of cherries become available in Ontario! What better way to celebrate the season than with this delicious...
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Jun 7, 20221 min read
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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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Jun 6, 20222 min read
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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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Jun 3, 20221 min read
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Rock Painting Activity
Painting is one of the many activities older adults enjoy. Luckily it is also one of the easiest to plan, prep, and provide to seniors in...
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May 31, 20222 min read
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Mashed Potato Cakes
Do you find you always have leftover mashed potatoes? Well, this is a great way to load them up for a wonderful side dish or a light...
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May 31, 20222 min read
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Handmade Bird Feeder
As the spring season continues, you may notice more and more wildlife scurrying about like squirrels, chipmunks, and of course, birds! By...
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May 18, 20222 min read
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