As Spring begins, flowers start to bloom and it's a beautiful sight! Many of us want to preserve the colourful beauty of new flowers and one of the ways to do this is by gathering a few and pressing them to create other works of art to display. Now, you might think it's unusual to pluck out newly bloomed flowers, but rest assured, you will only need a few or you can gather fresh ones already cut from local garden centers or flower shops or opt for fabric flowers from your lo

Spring is here and with it comes colourful sprouting crocus flowers, baby wildlife, and the promise of sunny garden days spent with family and friends. To remind our elderly loved ones, and those in our care, of the emerging spring season, we like to provide as many decorations to not only brighten up their space but also provide social activities such as arts and crafts. Here are a few colouring pages we have created to help usher in the season! Use with pencil crayons, mark

Spring has begun with all of its varying weather patterns here in the Ottawa region. One day it may be mild and sunny - the next day it's rainy and overcast, but that shouldn't stop us from making exercise a priority this Spring! Exercise Ideas for Seniors in the Spring A Nature Walk Explore the great outdoors on your own or with a partner, friend or caregiver by taking a walk through nature. This may be in your neighbourhood or one of our many parks in the Ottawa area, suc

Get some spring in your step with these quick tips on how to maintain your health during the season! Servicing the Ottawa Community since 1998. We are now accepting Franchise Applications for territories across Canada. #spring #seniorcare #seniorliving #healthcare #ottawahomecare #elderlycare #assistedliving #caregiving #homehealthcare #dementia #eldercare #elderly #alzheimers #parkinsons #health #mealassistance #homecare #ottnews #seniorhomecareinottawa #senior #dementiacare

This Sunday, March 20th is the Spring Equinox! A wonderful day to celebrate the gifts that the spring season has to offer, such as longer, sunnier, and warmer days! To kick-off the spring season, we wanted to share this adorable springtime characters craft that can easily be done, with assistance, using a few household and craft items. Here's what you need: Cardboard Rolls (paper towel or toilet paper rolls) Craft glue Scissors Decor Paper* or paint Pencil Crayons or Markers

Today is the National Day of Prayer in the United States, specifically. However, in early March, it was World Prayer Day celebrated in many countries around the globe. This made us think about faith, spirituality and the elderly. When we talk about faith and spirituality, it encompasses traditional religious forms of prayer and celebration shared by those of the Catholic, Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist, and many more religions. However, it also includes a feeling that there is a

We saw this cute craft online last week and just had to share! Made from cotton swabs, pipe-cleaners, and Play-Doh, these adorable flowers are just what you need to brighten up your day! Here's what you need to make one flower: 2 Green pipe-cleaners Yellow Play-Doh or clay A handful of cotton swabs Strong craft glue or hot glue gun Scissors 1 Sheet of Blue craft paper Instructions Cut the handful of cotton swabs in half using scissors and set aside. Take a small amount of ye

A tradition in many families is making delicious sweet treats and desserts for special occasions - like this one from our own family! This apple cake dessert is light, soft, and full of sweetness! A family favourite! Auntie Nadia's Apple Cake Ingredients 3 Apples, peeled, cored 1 cup Flour 1/2 cup Vegetable oil 3/4 cup Sugar 3 Eggs 1 tsp Baking powder 1 tbsp Lemon juice, divided 1 tsp Vanilla extract 1 tsp Cinnamon + more for "garnish" Directions Preheat oven to 350°F Prepare

Spring is finally here! Warmer weather, longer daylight hours, blooming flowers and trees, and of course the appearance of those adorable (and often pesky) critters - butterflies, bees, and bunnies! For today's senior activity, we thought it would be fun to create our own cute critters using household items and some crafting supplies and your own creativity! Cute Critters Here what you need: 1 (or more) toilet paper roll - or cardboard roll from paper towels, cut in half Cra

Tomorrow, March 20th marks the first day of the Vernal Equinox, or as we know it...Spring! We all know it's the season of nature's rebirth among plants, trees, and flowers, as well as when baby birds begin to sing! The days are warmer and longer and there's a new sense of hope and excitement for the season ahead! We thought we would share a few fun facts about Sping, that you may not have known! #seniorcare #seniorliving #healthcare #ottawahomecare #elderlycare #assistedlivi

Spring is on its way! To some, that means cleaning and sorting through different areas of your home, getting outdoors for much-needed sunlight and exercise, or heading to the plant nursery to find spring bulbs and seeds for your garden! Spring has always been known as a season for new growth, rebirth, and hope. During the Spring, animals begin to come out of hibernation, flowers and trees begin their re-growth and bloom, and people use this time for "spring cleaning" and look

Providing opportunities for those in our care to get creative with colour, paints, and design is a great way to brighten their space and their day! With this painting activity, paint is applied to the hand and pressed onto paper to create a flower shape. Many seniors, especially those with Dementia, may be hesitant about putting paint on their hands, so this activity can be adaptable by using your own handprints or those of family and friends nearby. Materials Tempra, washab

On March 20th, we usher in a new season - Spring! With this season comes warmer temperatures, blossoming trees and flowers, and renewed energy and hope for the year. What better time for all of us to consider a Spring tune-up, if you will, to rejuvenate your body, mind, and soul. Try these tips to a healthier you this season. Spring Check-up The dullness of winter is almost behind us, so check-in with yourself and your doctor to see how your health and wellness fares for th

Another month of 2020 approaches, so we thought we would celebrate the new month with a few fun facts to share with your elderly loved ones! #trees #nature #june #funfacts #naturelovers #flowers #beautiful #seniorcare #weather #ottawahomecare #ig #earthday #spring #sun #naturelover #daylight #homehealthcare #dementia #eldercare #elderly #ottawa #dementia #bhfyp

We may only be in Spring at the moment, but the warmer weather is approaching! Be prepared to enjoy more outdoor activities by following these simple safety tips to ensure your elderly loved one, and yourself, are protected. Stay Hydrated! We have all heard the advice about drinking 8 - 10 cups of water each day, but this is even more true during the warmer months! As the weather heats up, you and your loved one, or those in your care, may spend more time outside, requiring

This week we celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day. Many around the world seek ways to help the environment by doing community clean-ups, increasing their three R's - Reduce, Reuse, & Recycle actions, and others plant trees! Here are some fun facts about why trees, specifically, are so important to not only the Earth's health, but ours as well! #trees #nature #tree #outdoors #photography #forest #landscape #sky #winter #green #sunset #naturelovers #treeplanting #love #

No we aren't talking about "power walking", although it is a healthy way to stay active, we are talking about the powerful benefits of walking as we begin to age. We know the old adage of "East Less, Move More" to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but sometimes it can be difficult to know what exercises and movements are healthy as we age. Walking has been and always will be one of the best exercises at any age. Yes we may move a lot slower as we age, but that movement is key t