There are over 570 million blogs on the internet as of last year. And if you enjoy reading blogs, there are some great Canadian senior living blogs as well. Here are five great senior blogs that we have curated for you to explore. Seniortoronto.ca The...
General Tips & Information
Articles here focus on general tips and information for seniors. Some of the many other topics, including those specific to British Columbia and Alberta seniors, include:
- Community & mental health of seniors
- Nutrition
- Therapeutic recreation
- Independent living communities
- Senior mental health
- Long term care in BC
How Senior Communities Are Adapting to Baby Boomers
Baby boomers are the generation of individuals born roughly between 1948 and 1964 in an age of prosperity after World War II. As this group of people age, they have made different demands on senior communities, and the communities are changing as a result. What does...
Who Regulates Long-Term Care in British Columbia
Long-term care in British Columbia is regulated by provincial law and specifically, the Community Care and Assisted Living Act. In addition, there is an Assisted Living Registry that issues registrations for residences that wish to fall under this category, offering...
Health Priorities of Long-Term Care Communities in British Columbia
Long-term care communities in British Columbia have several health priorities. Some are based on the current climate, such as dealing with COVID-19, and others have a longer history, such as nutrition and the psychological well-being of residents. Health priorities...
Nutrition Tips for Seniors
Eating is so important for everyone at every stage of life. Like the old adage says, you are what you eat. We would like to give you a few tips on nutrition to boost your wellness for seniors in our senior care communities and everywhere else. Fruits and Vegetables...
A Special Spring Season for Seniors in Senior Living Communities in Alberta and British Columbia
Canadians always welcome the return of warmer weather. As the days get longer and the snow melts, everyone is eager to spend some time outside—and not beneath several layers of winter clothing! Around this time it is common for people to get inadvertently sunburned;...
March Feels Inspirational
We are thrilled to welcome the springtime and say hello to March. According to the Government of Canada, 6.8% of the total population have had at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, and over 88% of adults living in senior communities have also been vaccinated. Not...
What Is Therapeutic Recreation?
Therapeutic recreation, or T.R., is an innovative field that has lately gained prominence as a way to address a gap between various forms of therapy. T.R. allows individuals with specific, manageable barriers to engage in activities that might otherwise be...
Mental Health When You’re Alone and Why Independent Living Could Be the Answer
The pandemic has had its effect on just about everyone this year. As businesses close and the government requires everyone to stay at home, isolation, and loneliness become a severe mental health concern. Thankfully, assisted living staff have found ways to improve conditions, and they have had success in keeping their elderly residents happy and healthy despite the strife.
Little Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer
With so many of us sheltering in place and with social gathering restrictions across the country it can feel like holiday cheer is in short supply in 2020. Here are some little ways you can help spread some holiday cheer around your communities even if you cannot...