Helpful Resources and Blog Articles

 

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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Senior Living for Couples What Happens When One Partner Needs More Care

Senior Living for Couples: What Happens When One Partner Needs More Care?

Understanding how retirement communities support couples with different care needs can help ease concerns and make the transition feel more reassuring. Rather than facing the prospect of separation or difficult compromises, many communities are designed with flexibility in mind. This allows each partner to receive the appropriate level of support while continuing to share their […]
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What Happens If Your Care Needs Change in a Retirement Community Aging in Place Explained

What Happens If Your Care Needs Change in a Retirement Community: Aging in Place Explained

Understanding how availability works in retirement communities can help remove uncertainty and make the decision-making process feel more manageable. Rather than navigating a rigid system, you have the opportunity to explore options, plan ahead, and move forward based on your own timeline and preferences. This flexibility allows you to make thoughtful choices without feeling rushed, […]
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Beating the holiday blues

The holiday season is a time to spread cheer, visit family and celebrate all life has to offer. While the holidays are a time for celebration, it can also be a time of added stress for many of us and especially for seniors. According to HealthInAging.org, the holidays can be a source of sadness for […]
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8 Fall Prevention Tips You Need to Know

Anyone can fall. But as we age, our risk of falling increases. Falls are the leading cause of injuries among Canadians 65 years and over.  In fact, they account for 85% of seniors’ injury-related hospitalizations, making falls the leading cause of injury-related admissions for seniors. The average Canadian senior has to stay in the hospital […]
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Together we remember our Veterans

Seasons is proudly home to many Veterans. We honour those who served our country during times of war, dispute and peace. Together, we remember their important stories so the legacy of our Veterans may live on forever. Supporting Royal Canadian Legions We created the Pennies for Poppies campaign to honour the Veterans who live at […]
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The benefits of volunteering for seniors

When you volunteer, you discover that the most important things you have to offer are not things at all. As a result, you begin to realize that your time, presence and attention are great resources. Undoubtedly, seniors make up a large percentage of volunteers and are a staple to community groups and organizations. With this in […]
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The importance of oral care for seniors

Oral care is about much more than just having an esthetically pleasing smile. Proper oral hygiene is important for maintaining a good quality of life, especially for seniors. The Canadian Dental Association states that poor oral health can directly impact a person’s quality of life. Factors such as infections, pain and missing teeth can influence the […]
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Rewarding careers in retirement communities

Students have many options after graduation.  While exploring post-secondary education or considering future employment, they often overlook the rewarding job opportunities existing in retirement living communities. Retirement living communities give students hands-on experience in these multiple service areas and offer internal career growth in an expanding sector. A typical retirement community is organized into different […]
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7 myths about seniors and sex

Many societal attitudes about aging need to change. Among these attitudes are the ones we have towards sex and seniors. It’s time we stop cringing at the thought of our grandparents’ sex lives, put aside our ageist perceptions, and come to terms with the facts: Seniors are human beings and it’s completely natural and healthy […]
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15 seniors give advice to their younger selves

Since 2012, we’ve hosted the annual Seasons Celebrates Remarkable Residents program. This program not only showcases the wisdom of our elders but also provides a platform for seniors to share their life advice from the elderly. Every resident in Ontario and Alberta is encouraged to share their story by answering a series of five questions. […]
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How to support your local food banks this summer

Nutritious eating is a key component of healthy aging. Yet many seniors don’t have access to fresh, wholesome foods every day. Research from the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal states that poor nutrition leads to serious health problems like diabetes, cancer and hypertension, especially in older adults. The HungerCount 2024 report from Food Banks Canada says […]
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Seasons celebrates Canadian Seniors with Remarkable Residents Contest

*Updated*  Celebrity chefs Anna and Michael Olson announced the winner of the 2018 Remarkable Residents contest on June 13, 2018. The stories of all three finalists represent persistence, community spirit and also remind us to never give up. This contest gave viewers the opportunity to show their support for Canadian seniors. In short, they have all made […]
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