This year Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 16th. This is the day we celebrate and honour our fathers. There are several accounts of how Father’s Day began but most agree it began on June 19, 1910. An earlier...
Mother's Day is just around the corner and now is the time to think of some special ways to spend this day with the mothers in your life. Listed below are some thoughtful ways to celebrate mothers who are...
Many of us enjoy celebrating Easter with our families and loved ones. Do you have a special senior in your life that you have included in your festivities? There are many special ways that you can include your elderly...
Maintaining healthy brain function becomes more important as we age. We want to stay in shape physically but keeping our smarts is just as important. One way to do this is by playing cards. Always popular and lots of...
Whether you are still living at home or in a retirement or assisted living facility, Easter is always a time to celebrate with your grandkids! There are many easy and fun activities you can do to enjoy this time...
Many seniors with dementia still retain long term memory. They associate certain smells, seasons and people with particular holidays. For those who remember the enjoyment of Easter, different activities can help them bring back the joy of past holidays...
Originating hundreds of years ago in the 4th century, at one time Valentine’s Day had a darker connotation. It later evolved to honor at least one saint and by the 14th century started to become the holiday that we...
The British have been sending greeting cards since Victorian times and still send more cards than any other country. But with online greeting cards sent by email and quick texts by smartphone, will they survive?
Card shops everywhere are claiming...
In the west, we have been celebrating Valentine's Day since the 14th century. In England, during the 18th century, Valentine's Day became an occasion to express love by giving flowers, candy and cards known as "valentines".
Today, Valentine's Day represents...
2020 is here! Younger people may feel that there is no need for older adults and seniors to make resolutions but as knowledgeable seniors we know this is the time to make the smart resolutions.
Below is a round up...
