We have many residents that love to take advantage of the extra time they have available during retirement. If you’re ever looking for something to do with your senior loved ones, try one of these fun hobby ideas to do with the...
August
One thing we do at MLP that keeps them coming back is our FUN 5-minute cool down at the end of each 30-minute exercise session. Our residents work hard at keeping themselves in good health by attending daily and doing the 25-minu...
August
In the last couple years, scammers have found a way to weasel their way into our elderly communities throughout Ontario. In Toronto alone, 80 seniors have been scammed out of 1.1 million dollars since 2021. Many of these calls cons...
July
We don’t always think of laughing to be a treatment for any type of medical condition, but did you know there are many benefits of laughter in older age. Some of the benefits are listed here: Laugher releases endorphins. Endorph...
July
One of my favourite activities to do with seniors is bird watching, or also known as “birding.” It is something you can do if you’re healthy and able but is also great for those who may have some health concerns and are not a...
July
A single strand of hair has a life span of about two to seven years depending on your age, diet, genetics, and overall health. These things determine how fast your hair grows and how healthy it is. During the aging process, our hair th...
June
Sometimes its hard to hold a conversation with our aging loved ones. There are many reasons why having a good conversation with a senior can be challenging. Seniors have aging body’s that may not always respond the way they expect th...
June
Are you feeling defeated trying to keep a parent or loved one as healthy as possible in their later years, but they just flat out refuse your help? You are not alone. Sometimes seniors refuse our help even when they really need it. In ...
May
As we age, the number of family and friends we have tends to decline over time and this can bring on difficulties with our physical and mental health. They say that with age, comes wisdom. Well, unfortunately, it also brings on a var...
May
Practicing mindfulness with seniors is important for their overall well-being. As people age, being mindful can help us to have a more positive outlook on life. It can help us to improve control over our thoughts, emotions and can ev...
May
