If you’re looking for senior living in Ontario, Canada, there’s no shortage of options to choose from. It can feel overwhelming trying to decide where the new home for you or your loved one is going to be. When you’re looking at senior living communities, it’s common for you to hear similar things. You’ll often…
Feb
26
2020
Everyone knows that warm feeling you get when you come home, and your pet is waiting for you. Their genuine excitement just puts a smile on your face. But there’s so much more that our furry friends can do to improve your well-being, especially if you or your loved one is considering a senior living…
Feb
07
2020
At Symphony Senior Living, we’re known for our leadership and expertise in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. In fact, we have over 25 years of experience helping seniors in need of memory support reach a higher level of wellness. After our success, we wanted to look into how we could take our personalized care to the…
Jan
27
2020
During retirement, it’s common for seniors to explore new hobbies and interests. It’s pretty well known that exercise or social activities like a book club have benefits for seniors. But what about volunteering? After all, there are plenty of seniors who want to give back to their community. It’s natural for seniors and volunteering to…
Jan
15
2020
Warm weather often means more possibilities for seniors. From enjoying walks in the park to going to the beach with the grandkids, being outside is the source of so much joy. But once the leaves fall and the cold weather takes over, it can be more challenging to stay active. When it’s cold outside, many…
Dec
13
2019
Can you believe it? The start of a new decade is waiting right around the corner on January 1st. You can use the rest of the days this year to come up with a game plan for how you can start the new year off strong. We all know that healthy new year’s resolutions sometimes…
Nov
29
2019
Once October rolls around, it signals the start of the holiday season. But there’s something else in the air this time of year. It’s the flu, and it According to the CDC , adults over the age of 65 are at the highest risk for contracting the flu. While the flu can be dangerous for…
Nov
22
2019
While winter gives us the warmth of the holiday season, it can be tough for your loved one with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The days are shorter, which means there’s less natural light and the sun sets a few hours earlier. As a result, sundown syndrome is more common this time of year. If your loved…
Nov
14
2019
November is National Diabetes Month and we want to do what we can to help seniors who are managing diabetes. Did you know that seniors are more likely to develop diabetes as they age? According to a recent study, roughly 18 percent of people 65 or older in Canada have diabetes. But just because you…
Oct
18
2019
Your loved one needs some extra help, but that doesn’t mean they can’t live a vibrant life. The main question remaining is, what assisted living community is the best fit for them? One of the best ways to find the answer is to start going on assisted living tours. Take a moment and think back…