May 25: This Day in History
On this day in history, start a conversation with your elderly loved ones about nostalgic automobiles, television shows and films, and...
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The Ideal Team
May 21, 20212 min read
Card Games for Seniors
Finding engaging activities for seniors can be a challenge, however, playing card games seem to be the one universal enjoyment for many...
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The Ideal Team
May 20, 20211 min read
Fun Facts: Victoria Day
This weekend we celebrate the Victoria Day long weekend! This tradition honours the first Queen of Canada, who ruled Great Britain when...
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The Ideal Team
May 18, 20211 min read
Mealtime Tips for People with Dementia
Mealtime can be a challenging time of day for seniors with Dementia. Preparing meals can equally be challenging depending on dietary...
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The Ideal Team
May 17, 20211 min read
May 18: This Day in History
On this day, history was made in politics, music, culture, sports and a volcanic eruption! Servicing the Ottawa Community since 1998. We...
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The Ideal Team
May 16, 20212 min read
Naming Spaces
For many seniors with dementia living in long-term care, easily locating familiar spaces, such as the community room, dining hall, or...
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The Ideal Team
May 13, 20211 min read
Fun Facts: Chickens
Did you know that chickens have over 30 ways to communicate?! They make a sound to send a wide variety of messages to other chickens,...
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The Ideal Team
May 12, 20213 min read
Sponsor A Senior
It is no surprise that 2020 was a challenging year in health care and within long-term facilities across the province. One of the...
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The Ideal Team
May 11, 20211 min read
Lemon Ricotta Pasta
Pasta is so versatile. Served on its own, with proteins like fish or chicken, or tossed in rich tomato-based sauces or with a simple...
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The Ideal Team
May 10, 20211 min read
May 10: This Day in History
On this day in history, we celebrate the birth of a legendary dancer, the first observed Mother's Day, and the finale of a popular...
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The Ideal Team
May 6, 20211 min read
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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The Ideal Team
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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The Ideal Team
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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The Ideal Team
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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The Ideal Team
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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The Ideal Team
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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The Ideal Team
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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The Ideal Team
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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The Ideal Team
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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The Ideal Team
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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