There is a lot to consider when determining what retirement living option is
best for you or your loved one. We have created some helpful tools and blog
articles to assist you while researching the next steps.
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What to Pack (and What to Leave Behind) for a Retirement Community Move-In
This article offers a practical and reassuring guide to packing for a move into a retirement community, helping older adults and families decide what to bring, what to leave behind, and how to create a comfortable, familiar new home. What you’ll learn: which personal items help a new space feel like home how to pack […]
Signs Your Parent or Loved One May Need More Daily Help Than They Admit
This article explores the subtle signs that an older adult living alone may need more daily support than they are willing to admit, and how families can recognise these changes early and respond with empathy. What you’ll learn: early signs that daily tasks are becoming more difficult how changes in hygiene, household upkeep and routines […]
Research has shown that music directly affects our present state of mind, stress levels, and overall mental health. For example, after World War I and II, many musicians travelled to different hospitals to play for veterans to ease the effects of their trauma. Since then, many therapists have begun integrating music into therapy processes for […]
Staying active is incredibly important for people of all ages, but it’s particularly essential for older adults. However, the word “active” encompasses much more than physical fitness; it also relates to social, spiritual and emotional activities. Using your mind, body and spirit in harmony can help you achieve a clearer sense of self and a […]
Few things bring people together more than a home-cooked meal. Sitting down at the dinner table for a delicious meal with close friends or family is the perfect way to catch up, unwind and bond. Unfortunately, many people don’t have the means to afford home-cooked meals, which is why supporting your local food bank is […]
Seasons Residents & Families Express Gratitude to Staff
American jazz musician Lionel Leo Hampton mused, “Gratitude is when memory is stored in the heart and not in the mind.” The word gratitude derives from the Latin gratia, meaning grace, graciousness, or gratefulness. In some ways, gratitude encompasses all of these phrases. It is an appreciation for what we receive, acknowledging the goodness in […]
Halloween Treats Conjure Special Traditions at Seasons
This time of year, with its stunning changes in the leaves and the light, the cooling of crisp autumn evenings, and little children dressed up like dragons and superheroes, is prime for various customs and traditions. Halloween has historically been linked to the Celtic festival of Samhain, celebrating the end of the lighter half of […]
As the weather cools, finding ways to keep busy indoors becomes increasingly important; however, staying occupied when the temperature drops doesn’t necessarily mean staying at home. There are plenty of indoor activities that older adults can partake in, whether attending seasonal community events or visiting local museums of interest. This article will list, in no […]
Music is a potent medium and an integral part of our everyday lives. Music is all around, from advertisements to anthems, from nursery rhymes to the self-repeating jingles we use as a memory device. Seasons Retirement Communities cares deeply about the health and well-being of each of our residents, and music is one of the […]
CEO Mike Lavallée is ORCA’s 2023 Donna Holwell Legacy Award Recipient
Seasons Retirement Communities proudly celebrates CEO Mike Lavallée for receiving the Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA)’s prestigious Donna Holwell Legacy Award, 2023. This award honours individuals who, through their dedication and commitment to Retirement Community Living, have created a legacy of work resulting in positive change and measurable difference for the sector. Mike was selected […]
Ensuring your loved one receives enough support means looking for the right type of care. After all, they may need additional assistance with daily tasks like cleaning, bathing, getting dressed, and, if applicable, taking medications at the right time. But with so many different options in care for seniors, how do you know which one […]
Supporting Education for Staff Enrichment at Seasons
Continuous learning is crucial in a workplace climate that is constantly changing. To remain professionally agile and maintain relevance in your industry, advancing and broadening our skill set is beneficial. Self-improvement supports career growth and results from training and development courses. Additional education also helps to enhance ambition, morale, professional engagement, and a sense of […]
