5 Reasons to Take Up Gardening as a Senior
Gardening has long been a popular pastime for people of all ages, but it can be especially beneficial for seniors. As people age, they may find...
Long Term Care
How to Beat Back the Winter Blues
Let’s face it; we’ve chosen one of the rainiest places on earth to settle down in. That means that a long, rainy west coast winter season — whi...
Assisted Living vs. Nursing Home: Understanding the Differences
We often get asked what the differences are between the levels of care we offer at Trillium Communities. All too often, retirement and care hom...
Reduce Frustration as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver with These Tips
When you’re a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, it can be a stressful, frustrating time. But it can also be rewarding to kno...
What Does It Take to Be a Caregiver?
When a loved one is sick or injured, you may be tempted to jump into the role of caregiver. But you shouldn’t take a decision like this lightly...
How To Help Ensure a Successful Transition From Hospital to Home
Most people aren't fully recovered by the time they are discharged from hospital, and that recuperation time is critical for your loved one. Hospit...
Seniors Summer Nutrition – Tim’s Flatlander Chili
At any Trillium community, we pride ourselves on providing our Residents with delicious, wholesome and nutritious meals. Food is so important to ou...
Four Ways to Celebrate Canada Day with Seniors
July 1st is a favourite summer holiday to celebrate our country's birthday. It’s also a perfect day to gather with family and friends to enjoy the ...
Celebrating Physio Month – Natasha Wilch, BHk.MPT, CAFCI for Trillium Woodgrove Manor
We are very lucky to be working with some incredible practitioners in the field and Natasha is one of them. "Natasha makes an amazing contributi...
Tips for Planning a Move to a Retirement Community
Moving is difficult no matter what age you are. The weeks leading up to the move can bring a rollercoaster of emotions. Sorting through closets, pa...