Seniors are often defined by their years, but the saying "age is just a number" rings true for many. The idea that seniors are as old as they feel is a testament to the resilience and spirit of older adults. At MLP Residence, we enco...
July
As we journey through life, the value of friendships grows, but so do the challenges of maintaining them. With busy schedules and responsibilities, it's easy to let friendships slide. Make a conscious effort to communicate regula...
June
It is so important to celebrate the small things in life these days. Many people disregard special occasions, such as birthdays or little sentimental holidays like Valentine's Day. If you have a reason to celebrate, do so in a wa...
January
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
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
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
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
Half of all diabetic patients are over 55. It is also the leading cause of blindness in adults and leaves seniors twice as likely to be hospitalized for kidney infections. Our body converts the food we eat into glucose. Insulin, pr...
December
Healthy aging and wellness is made up essentially of four topics. These include: BALANCE – which refers to finding the balance between physical, mental, social, and spiritual aspects of one’s life. SOCIAL CONNECTION –...
November
Healthy eating is important at every age, but more so as we get older. Eating healthy and physical activity together can make a difference between a healthy life and time spent relying on others. It can also prevent or slow down...
October
