Santa Run at St. Patrick’s Mercy Home
Charles Dickens, author of “A Christmas Carol,” once said, “There is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good humour.” These qualities were certainly in abundance at […]
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Gardening at St. Patrick’s Mercy Home: A Feast for Five Senses
You know that smell – the one that reminds you of your childhood? It could be the smell of bread baking that brings you back to visiting your grandmother, or […]
Life’s Simple Pleasures: Friendship and Song a Nightly Routine at U.S. Memorial Health Care Centre
I have always loved discovering and meeting every day heroes. My work in an Eastern Health long-term care facility has allowed me the opportunity to talk to people from all […]
Communities with Heart, One Project at a Time
Hearts, roses and chocolates come to mind for many when thinking about Valentine’s Day. The February holiday is usually meant to show our passion and appreciation for those we love. […]
Therapeutic Recreation: Helping Seniors Cultivate Better Mental Health
Remember the days when almost everyone you knew had a garden and grew their own veggies? Or, for those of the younger generation, hearing stories from your parents or grand-parents? […]
A Tale of Four Homes: A Long-Term Halloween Tradition
Most people would consider Halloween as an occasion that is only meant for children. But the truth is, Halloween is celebrated across many generations – from children, to parents, to […]
“Apron Therapy:” The Right Touch
Elsie Legge is a busy lady. At least her hands are. And if the old saying, ‘busy hands are happy hands’ is true – then it’s safe to say Elsie […]
Wishes come True at Long-Term Care
Austin O’Brien’s only wish for Christmas was to finally marry the love of his life, Carmel Giovannini. Together for 36 years, love still ran deep for them both. But the […]
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