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knitting with love
July 5, 2019

Knitting with love

Volunteer Ted Schuman makes hats for newborn babies, continuing his wife’s legacy

  • General Health,
  • Seniors
The chaplain and his guitar
July 2, 2019

Lifting seniors' spirits through music

An Edmonton chaplain shares the power of song with residents

  • Seniors,
  • Spiritual Health
Resident and child planting together.
June 20, 2019

Gardening together

St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital residents and Edmonton school kids plant vegetables

  • Fitness and Wellness,
  • Seniors
Male seniors at increased risk of suicide
June 10, 2019

Male seniors at increased risk of suicide

  • Fitness and Wellness,
  • Mental Health,
  • Seniors
Residents at St. Michael's Health Centre prepare school lunches for students in need
June 3, 2019

Residents prepare school lunches for kids in need

  • Seniors,
  • Rehabilitation
Natalie, Carol and Lily 1.jpg
May 8, 2019

Research with therapy rabbit looks at easing loneliness and isolation

Youville Home residents living with dementia participate in animal therapy research

  • General Health,
  • Seniors,
  • Mental Health
Participants in the Bridges day program in Lethbridge enjoy a group workout class.
April 15, 2019

Keeping active to stay independent longer

Day programs empower seniors and provide respite for caregivers

  • Seniors,
  • Fitness and Wellness,
  • Chronic Conditions
Sister Josephine: hero image
March 28, 2019

Sister Josephine: A lifetime of service

  • General Health,
  • Seniors,
  • Spiritual Health
Canada's new food guide - some changes
March 25, 2019

What Canada’s new food guide means for seniors

  • Fitness and Wellness,
  • Seniors,
  • General Health
Dick, who has Parkinson's disease, and Sue Stein dance in their only public performance at a ballroom showcase event at the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre.
March 21, 2019

Couple's dance performance captures a lifetime of love

Dick Stein, who has Parkinson's disease, and his wife trained for months in the hopes of inspiring others

  • Seniors,
  • General Health
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