by Willy Grieve | Apr 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
Spring in Kamloops is a beautiful time of year. For seniors, it offers the chance to get outside, enjoy the fresh air, and stay active. After spending too much time indoors during the winter, spring brightens up our days and makes us feel younger and more alive. There...
by Willy Grieve | Mar 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Senior living communities are changing. Long gone is the stereotypical model of a facility that feels like an antiseptic, cookie-cutter building with bad paint and cheap carpets. Instead, seniors are demanding better facilities, more home-like residences, and the feel...
by Jonathan Christian | Feb 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
All about The Hamlets’ “Heart of Hearts” Casino Fundraiser Last night, the Hamlets at Westsyde hosted a ‘Casino Night’. We raised $456 for the Heart & Stroke Foundation and had a ton of fun while doing it! The Foundation aims to...
by Willy Grieve | Feb 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
Whenever a person retires, someone will always comment that the lucky retiree needs to find a hobby. There is a common belief that, upon retirement, the person will be so bored that they need to find something to keep them busy. Most people laugh this off, but they...
by Jonathan Christian | Feb 19, 2018 | News
Great news for all senior care providers in BC!! In recognition of the thousands of workers who take care of BC seniors, the Province of British Columbia has declared February 19th, 2018 as BC Seniors Care Providers Day. “Dedicated seniors’ care workers across the...
by Willy Grieve | Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
Wintertime can be a very dangerous time of year for seniors. There is the added risk of slipping and falling, potentially breaking a bone. Seniors tend to have a harder time dealing with cold weather, which can result in illnesses like hypothermia or pneumonia. But...
by Willy Grieve | Dec 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
Visiting people in assisted living facilities can be a stressful situation for both the visitor and the person receiving guests. For the guests, they sometimes struggle with the idea of seeing a loved one in a weaker condition and may feel uncomfortable as they try to...
by Willy Grieve | Nov 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
What is the best way to spend December? Going outside and joining the friendly people of Kamloops as they get ready for the holiday season. Christmastime always brings out the best in people, and 2017 in Kamloops is no exception. A short drive up Westsyde Road from...
by Willy Grieve | Oct 24, 2017 | Uncategorized
What is convalescent care? Convalescent care is the care of people post-surgery, outside of a hospital, when the patient requires additional attention and a safer, cleaner environment, but doesn’t require an extensive hospital stay. Many assisted care facilities, such...
by Willy Grieve | Sep 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
Choosing a care home for someone else, especially a parent or loved one, can be a very stressful decision. You’re making a decision based on what you think is best, always conscious of their needs and concerns. Choosing for someone suffering from dementia can be even...
