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
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
Edna, a resident at MLP Residence, is extremely pleased with the food that is served here. She says “There isn’t a meal that I have not liked since I have arrived. There is always lots of flavour and variety and the dishes...
January
It is hard placing a family member in a retirement home. However, what a lot of younger people don’t realize is that most seniors actually thrive in an environment where everyone has the same interests. Fred, a residen...
September
March
Some people think that Valentines day is just for couples, well I am here to tell you its not. It is the best way to shower those family and friends that mean the most too you with love and affection. It is also a great chance to spe...
February
Let’s talk bone health! We all have them, we all need them but what happens to them as we grow older? Our bones are mighty and can easily heal when damage occurs, but as we get older the healing process and ability to “spring...
November
Making the decision to move yourself, or a loved one, into a retirement home can be overwhelming for all involved – but it doesn’t have to be daunting! Choosing the right retirement residence is the first step in ensuring a succe...
September
There have been studies showing that exercise has its benefits for seniors. Exercise has shown that keeping up with exercise can help prevent health issues from diabetes to heart disease. Exercise does not have to be strenuous, eve...
August
Living in Canada means snow will be upon us, and the weather will not be forgiving. Understanding we can’t and won’t let snow stop us from going outdoors, we have put together some helpful tips for our beloved seniors: S...
December
