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Advantages of Social Media for Seniors


Feeling lonely and out of touch with your family lately? Sometimes we get stuck in our old ways and aren’t open to learning new things; especially when it comes to technology. If your tired of feeling out of the loop, try coming to...

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January

2024

Managing Diabetes during Special Occasions


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 ...

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January

2024

Things for Seniors to do in the Winter


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 ...

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January

2024

Staying Active in Isolation


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...

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December

2023

Why Reading is Good for the Soul at Any Age


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...

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November

2023

Winter Safety Tips for Seniors


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...

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November

2023

Tips on Self-Care for Seniors


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...

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October

2023

How Technology can Enhance Quality of Life for Seniors


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...

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October

2023

Thanksgiving at MLP


When you look around the county this time of year, you can see many signs of fall. The beautiful leaves are starting to fall off the trees and the fields are turning yellow. You can see pumpkins and corn stalks on front porches and l...

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October

2023

Senior Friendly Fall Activities


Have you ever looked around at all the gorgeous scenes there are in the fall? Especially around our beautiful Prince Edward County. The colourful leaves are exquisite and the reflections they show along the water in the many lakes we...

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October

2023

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