How to Make New Friends as a Senior
As we grow older, connecting with new people can be challenging. Unlike when we're in school, working at our first jobs, or connecting with oth...
Independent Living: Is It Time to Move?
Unlike in decades past, becoming a senior is something to be celebrated! Moving into senior housing is a step many retirees take, but how do yo...
2021 Christmas Events to Enjoy Around Victoria
The Christmas season is upon us once again, and there are lots of events happening around the city to enjoy the holiday spirit. Finding the rig...
How to Make Senior Living Accommodations Feel Like Home
Moving into a retirement home can feel overwhelming. There's always a safety and comfort level one feels when living in their own home. It can be...
How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Being a caregiver is so rewarding — but it can be incredibly stressful as well as physically and mentally exhausting. In fact, not everyone has...
Fun Activities for Seniors and Caregivers to do this Summer
Much like staying warm inside when it’s cold outside, sometimes the hot sun makes people — especially seniors — want to stay inside, too. While...
Understanding Thyroid Disease in Seniors
June was Thyroid Awareness Month in Canada. As we age, we become more susceptible to thyroid issues — therefore, seniors must know what it is, ...
Older Men’s Health Myths — Debunked!
June is Canadian Men’s Health Month, and in honour of this, we’re going to finally debunk some popular men’s health (especially older men’s hea...
How Seniors Can Successfully Stop Smoking
Smoking in older adults may be decreasing over the years, but 13% of the Canadian adult population still light up. Often, they start early and ...
Strengthening Mental Health in Older Adults
Taking care of our mental health is so important — especially as we age. Having poor mental health not only leads to depression and anxiety, bu...