Articles looking at senior health and wellness. From mental health and mobility, to exercise and diet tips.
The Canadian government publishes a food guide with suggestions for healthy eating for everyone. Here is what that publication says for seniors. Drinking Enough This past summer we had some brutal heat waves during the summer and seniors were particularly at risk....
are some significant nutritional benefits of living in a senior community such as the one that we have in Kamloops, British Columbia. Here are some of the benefits which you may not have considered.
Kamloops, BC, is no stranger to forest fires, and, in fact, at the time of this writing, the White Rock Lake fire is southeast of Kamloops, and the Durand Lake fire is west of Kamloops. Here are four safety tips for those living in areas where wildfires are common in...
Amazingly enough, there are activities and games that exercise your brain and help to keep it fit. These games can improve memory and cognition, sharpening critical thinking skills that many of us do not use as much in retirement as we did when we were working full...
If you are a senior with limited mobility in the Kamloops area—or you know someone who is—there are lots of activities available to you. The city of Kamloops has done some good things to make many activities accessible for those with limited mobility. Here are some...
TWO WAYS TO SUPPORT: 1) JOIN OUR TEAM - The Hamlets at Westsyde is participating in the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's during the month of May 2021. The Walk is the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s flagship fundraiser and is a way to celebrate and remember...
The Hamlets at Westsyde is proud to announce the recent completion and grand opening of Westsyde Arcadia. This project has been an exercise in hard work and dedication on behalf of both the recreation team—and the residents—here at the Hamlets. In fact, the idea was...
COVID-19 Resource Complaint Escalation Visitor Process Log Funded LTC AL complaint Escalation Algorithm Private Operator LTC and AL Complaint Escalation Algorithm Please Note: Restrictions and guidance on visitation are now legally grounded through an order of the...
January is Alzheimer's Awareness Month: a time when we are all encouraged to learn about the impact of this terrible disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly three-quarters of a million Canadians live with Alzheimer's. It is the number one leading...
Many of us are stuck indoors this winter. For some it’s because of COVID-19. For others it may be because of all the rain and snow. But if you’re creative, there are still plenty of activities that one can do inside. We’re going to list some of them below. Crafts...