Articles here focus on general tips and information for seniors. From mental health and mobility, to things to do locally and exercise and diet tips.
Recent topics have ranged from how seniors can get a better night’s sleep and things ageing parents need from adult children, to activities to look for in a Red Deer senior-living community.
Everyone’s needs change as we age. And not everyone’s needs are the same. Nevertheless, there are some needs that seem fairly universal across different families. Connection Ageing parents still want to feel connected to their families. If your connections are not the...
If you happen to be considering a senior-living community in the Red Deer area, we have some suggestions for what to look for. You will want to find a place where you will be happy long term, such as at our Hamlets at Red Deer. Here, below, is a list of activities...
Nothing makes a person appreciate their health as much as a brush with sickness. We, as a society, have had one such scare with COVID-19. As we emerge into the post-pandemic world, we can choose which lessons to take away from this challenging time. Certainly, many...
Although the pandemic has presented us with some scary headlines, there are multiple reasons why now is a great time to consider an assisted-living community. The Hamlets at Red Deer has taken every precaution to ensure that our residents and staff continue to remain...
Dementia does not make a person more susceptible to COVID-19, but there are many social and regulatory implications of the pandemic, which can take a higher toll on those living with dementia. Compounded Issues In the first place, people who have dementia may be less...
Everyone has difficulty getting to sleep now and then. If the problem persists, certainly talk to your family doctor about it. However, there are some easy things you can do to improve your sleep and falling asleep. Having a good routine for going to bed is part of...
We are living in uncertain times. There is a pandemic happening that most of us have never seen before. And in Canada we are taking extra precautions with our seniors, who are among the most vulnerable populations facing COVID-19. However, it’s possible that seniors...
Communication with seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic is very challenging. Since seniors are considered particularly high risk, as a group, they have been isolated more than other populations. Here are some ideas for using modern technology to keep in touch...
The Holidays are an especially important time of year to take time out from your busy schedule and visit with loved ones in Red Deer residential Care. Red Deer senior assisted living always sees a spike in visitor traffic during the holiday season, which is important...
The Assisted living community in Red Deer is an excellent option for senior residences who require a moderate degree of care. If the time has come to consider moving into assisted living, you may need to assess the needs of the senior to see if assisted living is the...