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Great Technologies to Help Stay in Touch During COVID-19
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...
CONNECT WITH A LOVED ONE
Connecting with a loved one at the Hamlets just got easier! It is so important to keep connected with one another, in an effort to keep the communication going between our residents and the outside world, and keep the positive vibes flowing, we have created a new...
Tips for Red Deer Seniors That Like to Walk
Walking is one of the most natural things that humans can do. Not only is it enjoyable, but it is also a great way for seniors in the retirement community in Red Deer to stay active. Here are some tips for those seniors that like to walk. Get Good Shoes Not all shoes...
4 Red Deer Winter Fall Protection Tips for Seniors
Seniors in an independent living community in Red Deer know all too well about the cold, icy Red Deer winters. The frigid temperatures not only pose a risk for seniors brave enough to venture outside, but the ice and snow also pose a serious risk for falls and...
Easy Balance Exercises for Seniors
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and even death for those in an independent living community in Red Deer and throughout Canada and North America. One way to help reduce the risks of falls for vulnerable seniors, especially during the wet, slippery months...
Conversational Tips for Visits With Loved Ones
A key barrier that many people experience when it comes to visiting loved ones in residential care is that feeling of awkwardness when none knows what to say. This often leads to anxiety for not only the visitors, but also for the senior. Here are some conversational...
How to Get the Most Out of Holiday Season Visits with Loved Ones
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...
Why Sit and Be Fit Exercises Are a Great Activity for Seniors
At Hamlets Red Deer, there are a number of senior living activities offered on an almost daily basis. One excellent activity choice for those in senior residential care services in Red Deer is Sit n Be Fit. Here is an explanation of what this is, and why it is a great...
Is There a Right Age for Assisted Living?
Aging can not be avoided, and eventually age catches up to everyone. As we age, tasks that used to be simple and mindless can become difficult, and more burdensome. When this becomes too much, it may be time to consider a move into assisted living. What is Assisted...
Dealing with Loneliness as We Age
Feeling lonely as we age is not an uncommon occurrence. The reality is that as we age, family members move out of the home, and on with their lives. Friends, family and loved ones may have passed away, and getting around to social events becomes more difficult. While...