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Seniors

Man walking alone through park
November 21, 2018

Keeping seniors connected

Age is one of several risk factors for isolation

  • Mental Health,
  • Seniors,
  • General Health
World War II Canadian fighter pilot Jack Hilton shares his stories
Photo taken at AUX Airfield at Wellingore, England, 1942. Jack Hilton is in the cockpit of the Hurricane aircraft, part of 438 Fighter Squadron.
November 7, 2018

World War II fighter pilot shares his stories

  • Mental Health,
  • Seniors
Louie and Diane Omerzu enjoy workouts in their home gym.
October 18, 2018

Seniors learn to age well through new integrated care model

Seniors’ Community Hub is helping seniors remain independent as long as possible

  • Innovation,
  • Seniors
A man receives a meal from a helpful neighbour, an example of compassionate communities for palliative care patients and residents.
October 17, 2018

Helping people live and die well

Compassionate communities provide a holistic approach to palliative care

  • Seniors,
  • Palliative ,
  • Innovation
The main dining room in the long-term care complex mental health unit at St. Michael's Health Centre in Lethbridge
October 15, 2018

Vulnerable residents find a home in long-term care

People with history of mental illness and addictions settle in at St. Michael’s Health Centre

  • Mental Health,
  • Rehabilitation,
  • Seniors,
  • Innovation
Chateau Vitaline trishaw
October 3, 2018

Cycling Without Age

Chateau Vitaline residents enjoy bike rides

  • Seniors
Chan Woo, marathon runner, doing a long run near Trochu Alberta.JPG
October 1, 2018

Get the flu shot

There are many reasons to get influenza immunization

  • Seniors,
  • Fitness and Wellness,
  • Cold and Flu,
  • General Health
Residents at St. Teresa Place share a moment of joy as they listen to live music.
Residents at St. Teresa Place share a moment of joy as they listen to live music.
September 12, 2018

St. Teresa Place staff and residents continue Mother Teresa’s legacy

  • Spiritual Health,
  • Mental Health,
  • Seniors
Grey Nuns' sisters living at Youville Home
July 23, 2018

A lifelong calling for the Grey Nuns of Alberta

  • Spiritual Health,
  • Seniors
Clothing and toiletries in Mary Anne's closet to help continuing care residents
July 12, 2018

Mary Anne's Closet

A little compassion goes a long way

  • Seniors,
  • General Health
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