At Origin at Spring Creek, it’s all about the people: residents and staff make it a special place to live and experience genuine community. Origin’s Meet the Team series shines a light on some of the remarkable individuals bringing positivity and care to the lives of Origin residents every day. Want to make an impact …
Staying active while ageing is a crucial part of keeping your mind and body healthy. Psychical and mental health play a vital role in quality of life and well-being. Active senior living facilities make it easier for older adults to live a healthy lifestyle. They can safely exercise, walk outdoors and participate in social activities. …
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Choosing the right senior care facility for your parent is a complicated task. While there may be plenty of information online, in brochures or from speaking with the facility’s staff, it can still be a stressful decision to make. But if you’re in the middle of decision-making and need help choosing the right one, we …
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Transitioning a senior parent into assisted living can be difficult and stressful. If you are in the process of moving your parent into assisted living, we have 9 tips to help the transition go smoothly. 1. Plan Ahead & Make Lists There are many aspects to transitioning your parent into assisted living, and making a …
Moving at any time in life can be stressful, especially when specialized care may also be needed. It is common to disagree with your parents about the transition to assisted living. However, these are important conversations to have and will help ensure the safety of your parents, family or caregivers. This article will explore how …
How to Talk to Your Senior Parents When They Can’t Agree on Assisted Living Read More »
Not all assisted living facilities are like the poor ones you hear about in the media. There are plenty of wonderful and comfortable options for seniors, such as our facilities here at Origin at Spring Creek. Even with these exceptional options, transitioning your loved one into assisted living can be a hard conversation to have. …
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Choosing the perfect senior care facility for your loved one can be difficult. There are so many great options for senior care in Alberta—the hard part is knowing which is best based on specific needs. This article provides a guide to different options within Alberta to assist in planning for senior care. Aging in Community …
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It’s a saying we’ve all heard before: Move it or lose it! For Origin Life Enrichment / Companion Candace Timmerman, the adage doesn’t just apply to physical wellbeing. In her work with residents at Origin and the community of Canmore, she sees how it is also true “for the brain and heart”. Keeping the brain …
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At Origin at Spring Creek, it’s all about the people: residents and staff make it a special place to live and experience genuine community. Origin’s Meet the Team series shines a light on some of the remarkable individuals bringing positivity and care to the lives of Origin residents every day. Want to make an impact …
On a visit to Origin at Spring Creek, you never know who you will meet. Swing by the Art & Crafts Studio, and if you’re lucky, you might just have the opportunity to see world-famous artist Marilyn Kinsella in action. An Origin resident for almost five years, Marilyn owns an art gallery in Canmore and …
Chatting with Canmore Artist & Origin Resident Marilyn Kinsella Read More »
