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
Jun 1, 20221 min read
Fun Facts: Stethoscopes!
You rarely see a doctor without a stethoscope nowadays, but what are its origins!? Stethoscopes have been around for hundreds of years...
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The Ideal Team
May 31, 20222 min read
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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The Ideal Team
May 31, 20222 min read
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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The Ideal Team
May 27, 20221 min read
Flashback Friday: 3 Little Pigs
Many of us are familiar with popular fairy tales such as Little Red Riding Hood and Jack and the Beanstalk, but few animation studios and...
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The Ideal Team
May 26, 20221 min read
Fun Facts: Paper Airplanes
On May 26th each year, National Paper Airplane Day honours this simple aeronautical toy that has been around for thousands of years. This...
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The Ideal Team
May 20, 20221 min read
Flashback Friday: May 20th
In keeping with this week's theme on birds, why not celebrate flight in what could be called a bird-like feat of human engineering! Now,...
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The Ideal Team
May 18, 20221 min read
Fun Facts: Birds
This week, we have been exploring the topic of birds, so today, we thought we would share some fun and interesting facts about this often...
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The Ideal Team
May 18, 20222 min read
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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The Ideal Team
May 17, 20222 min read
Asparagus Tart
For centuries, asparagus was considered a luxury and praised for its distinctive flavour by such famous figures as Julius Caesar, Louis...
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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
May 12, 20221 min read
Fun Facts: Origami
Origami is an ancient art form believed to have been around for nearly 2000 years, derived from the Japanese tradition of paper folding....
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The Ideal Team
May 11, 20222 min read
Craft: Fork Stamped Dandelions
Take part in this fun and exciting summer craft suitable for all ages. Fork stamped dandelions. Breaking out the paint and having a...
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The Ideal Team
May 9, 20222 min read
Shrimp Burrito Bowl
With the weather warming up and fresh seasonal vegetables readily available, a great way to spruce up your lunch (or dinner!) is with a...
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The Ideal Team
May 6, 20221 min read
Flashback Friday: May 6th
One of the most iconic television shows, I Love Lucy, began airing in 1951. Starting as a popular radio show called "My Favorite...
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The Ideal Team
May 5, 20221 min read
Fun Facts: Cinco de Mayo
Did you know that Cinco de Mayo is not widely celebrated in Mexico?! In fact, it remains a day just like any other, except in the city of...
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The Ideal Team
May 4, 20221 min read
Connect the Dots
Games such as crossword puzzles, word searches, and sudoku have a number of benefits to cognitive and memory health. But, did you know...
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The Ideal Team
May 3, 20221 min read
Peach Bavarian
A special treat for a special day! Enjoy this delicious dessert made with sweet peaches and whipped cream on Mother's day this weekend!...
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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 27, 20222 min read
Pressed Flowers
As Spring begins, flowers start to bloom and it's a beautiful sight! Many of us want to preserve the colourful beauty of new flowers and...
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