Going to special social events can be full of temptations, especially for the diabetic in the family! At many social gatherings, like birthdays, weddings or anniversaries, people like to share different treats and goodies they have in ...
January
It's that time of year again when the roads and sidewalks are covered in snow and ice. Going outside is risking having the bitter cold seep deep into our bones. If you have arthritis in your joints, like many seniors, you will want to ...
January
When living in a building with many other residents, you must isolate yourself when you get sick to prevent the entire building from getting sick. Its not fun, but it is necessary. Here are a few exercises to keep your body active duri...
December
If you have your licence and can get around on your own, consider yourself blessed to have that ability. Many seniors living either at home or in assisted living no longer carry a driver’s license for various reasons, from health i...
December
It can be hard to dive head deep into a book, especially if you’re not someone who has ever had any interest in books for most of your life. The key to finding a good book that pulls you right in, is research. Sometimes its as simp...
November
Living in Canada means the snow is going to fly eventually. Even kids and adults find walking on the cold snowy ground more challenging than it is in the warmer months. Theres so many unknowns underneath that fresh carpet of snow. Ma...
November
The Holiday season is creeping up on us quickly this year. For many, this is an exciting time full of love, laughter and family get togethers. We look forward to those turkey dinners, and watching the kids and grandkids running around ...
November
When you're on an airplane, the flight attendant tells you that if the oxygen masks drop, you should put yours on before attempting to help others. They're not telling you this because they want you to be selfish. They inform you...
October
Technology has come a long way over the past few decades. It's one of those things that most seniors find very difficult to navigate, but once they learn, it can be a great asset to their lives. The most common technology seniors u...
October
The meals and dining experience The best part of retirement living is that you don’t have to cook or do the dishes after dinner! A long-time resident of MLP regularly complements the staff's skills at making delicious home...
October
