One of the significant programs that we are able to offer through the Adult Cognitive Wellness Center is our dementia friendly day program. In fact, this program is one of the main reasons we created the center. We have recognized through our...
Read moreGrief and Loss: Walking Alongside Someone Living With Dementia
Typically when we think of the concepts of “grief” and “loss” what comes to mind is the loss of life—the passing of a person we care(d) about deeply. Grief is the experience of loss and the experience is different for each individual living...
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Wellness centre pivots to offer digital services to patients with dementia
LANGLEY (NEWS 1130) — An adult cognitive wellness centre was supposed to open in Langley last month, but like most things, COVID-19 had other plans. The Adult Cognitive Wellness Centre was meant to be available by April 14, but as the virus...
Read moreSelf-Care for Caregivers During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Self-Care for Caregivers During the Coronavirus Outbreak As we described in our last post, caregivers are under an unbelievable amount of stress as we negotiate these days of the COVID-19 outbreak. It is essential that you take time to care for...
Read moreBeing a Caregiver in the Time of COVID-19
Being a Caregiver in the Time of COVID-19 First, thank you. There is so much we can say to express our gratitude to each and every caregiver out there but the best and simplest sentiment is thank you. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a nurse, a...
Read moreThe Role of Technology in Eldercare
Never before has there been such a growing demand for eldercare and caregiver support services. In Canada, the 2016 Census from Statistics Canada, found that seniors (age 65+) now outnumber children in this country. Declining birth rates...
Read moreDementia Friendly Cafés now in Anmore, Coquitlam
Having dementia can lead to isolation and depression in the absence of efforts to bring people together and create compassion and understanding. To that end, a Coquitlam home care provider is starting Dementia Friendly Cafés in Coquitlam, Anmore...
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The Nutrition basics: how to best fuel your body
If you’re looking to make a change and get healthier, exercise is an important step in the right direction. But for overall health, and for weight maintenance or weight loss, what you eat is much more important than how or how often you work out...
Read moreA Guide to Restful Sleep Without Drugs or Alcohol
Sleep is an important aspect of well-being and sleep disturbances are common among individuals in recovery from a substance use disorder. Sober sleeping tips can be helpful for ensuring a successful recovery. For more information please...
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