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Fourteen ways to keep your brain healthy

Tips from Dr. Harry Zirk, Geriatrician at the Grey Nuns Hospital

January 25, 2017

Carla Genereux, RN and Elder Friendly Care Project Co-ordinator, removes Jim Wenger’s Broda chair lap belt restraint as part of the new least-restraint policy.

Orthopedic team reduces restraint use by 84 per cent

The orthopedic team at the Misericordia Community Hospital is moving towards a restraint-free environment. Many orthopedic patients are elderly and very ...

January 23, 2017

My mother believed in angels

A heartfelt message to those working in palliative care

January 18, 2017

After six months of being bedridden, Kevin Fitzpatrick (left) is thrilled to be up. He’s thankful for the encouragement from the whole team, including Naveen Sharma (right), Physical Therapist.

There's life after long-term care

“Normally, people don’t get out [of long-term care],” states Kevin Fitzpatrick, whose healthcare journey has been anything but ordinary. In June ...

January 16, 2017

Demystifying dementia

For those working in geriatric mental health, the people they care for are complex—both medically and psychologically. Dementia is one of ...

January 9, 2017

Dr. Candace Walker (forefront right) discusses patient care with one of her colleagues at Villa Caritas.

Casting assumptions aside

Uncovering the mysteries of seniors’ mental health care

January 4, 2017

Brother Louis Gendre receives Christmas blessings from Santa.

Santa and his elves deliver gifts to seniors

Youville Home residents feel the warmth of people’s generosity

December 19, 2016

Special bike provides cutting-edge care

Gift of fun and fitness for seniors in Banff

December 14, 2016

Volunteer knitters provide comfort to kids in hospital

Through knitted donations, volunteers are helping to make the emergency department a less scary place

December 12, 2016

Moyra Jones' quote hangs on the wall of St. Therese Villa in Lethbridge as a staff declaration to families and residents that it is privilege to work in the resident's home.

Giving families a voice in their loved ones' care

One of the hardest decisions Laree Findlay has ever had to make was to move her mom, Phyllis Clark, into long-term ...

December 7, 2016