Articles here focus on senior health and wellness tips and information. From mental health and mobility, to exercise and diet tips.
Some of the many specific topics include:
A good night of rest can be more difficult to achieve as we grow older. But there are some things called “sleep hygiene” that we can all practice to improve our night of sleep. Here are some of our best tips, below, on sleeping better for seniors. Caffeine Many of us...
Memory care for seniors is a specialized care designed for seniors with any one of several forms of dementia. Our senior community in Red Deer, Alberta, is a leader in the design and implementation of memory care in an assisted-living environment. What does memory...
Seniors often find that their appetites decrease as they age. And often their sense of taste diminishes as well. However, diet is important at all stages of life, and eating well can make a big difference in our physical and mental health. In this blog article, we are...
Lots of people make new year’s resolutions on all kinds of topics. But sometimes those goals are difficult to attain or unrealistic. There are some things, however, you can do that will significantly improve your health. You may not be able to or want to do all five...
It is not unusual for seniors to feel lonely. But being in a senior assisted-living community is a good thing, and it’s easier to combat loneliness when you are surrounded by your peers and a caring staff. Here are our tips on keeping loneliness at bay when you are in...
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...
Heat stroke is a very serious medical condition, and, unfortunately, there have been many cases of it recently while we have experienced these awful, recent heat waves. It is useful to know what heat stroke is and how to detect it. If you have it, yourself, you may be...
Moving a parent or relative out of the home and into a care environment is always a difficult decision. Here are some of the signs that indicate that a move would be a good idea. This is never black and white. It is usually a combination of things that make it...
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...
Red Deer, Alberta is this beautiful town that has the Red Deer River winding through the city. There are lots of picturesque spots where seniors could go for some nice, safe spring walks. In this article, we’ll give you some suggestions on places in Red Deer that...