Speak Up: Communicating with the Right People in Retirement Living
Moving into a retirement community is a big transition. For many residents, it means getting used to a new home, new routines, new neighbours and a new team of people who are there to support them....
It’s Not About Us: Meeting Our Loved Ones Where They Are
Watching someone you love experience changes in their memory or thinking is one of life's greatest challenges. It can be heartbreaking when they forget conversations, become confused, or see the...
Before and After 70: Why Are We Trying to Change the Person We Love?
It is common for adult children to worry about an aging parent who prefers a quiet life. They may wish their loved one would attend more activities, make new friends, or become more involved in the...
What is the difference between the Retirement Homes Act and the Fixing Long-Term Care Act?
What is the difference between the Retirement Homes Act and the Fixing Long-Term Care Act? The two are often confused because they both relate to seniors housing in Ontario, but they govern...
Fur Babies in Retirement Communities – what happens if someone can no longer care for them?
A common question asked in retirement communities is ‘are you pet friendly?’ Most residences are pet friendly but what a lot of people don’t think about is ‘what are the next steps if I can’t care...
More Than a Menu: Dining in Today’s Retirement Communities
When many people think about food in retirement communities, they picture a simple daily menu with limited choices. Today’s retirement communities offer a dining experience that feels much more like...
How Do Families Decide Which Retirement Community Is the Best Choice for Their Loved One?
How Do Families Decide Which Retirement Community Is the Best Choice for Their Loved One? For many families, choosing a retirement community for a loved one is one of the most emotional and complex...
Staff to Resident Ratios in Retirement Communities
Why are staff to resident ratios not the same in all Retirement Communities? This is a question we are asked regularly. Understanding the reasons why this number varies among Retirement Communities...
Moving to a Retirement Community: More Than “Just Another Move”
For many seniors, transitioning to a retirement community is far more than “just another move.” It’s a life-changing step that involves not only relocating belongings but also adjusting to a...
The Importance of the RHRA: Protecting Seniors and Promoting Safety in Ontario’s Retirement Communities
The Importance of the RHRA: Protecting Seniors and Promoting Safety in Ontario’s Retirement Communities For many older adults and their families, choosing a retirement community is one of the most...
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