Canmore Retirement Blog

Summer or fall view of Origin at Spring Creek building with Three Sisters Mountains in the background

Talking About Respite Care and Connection with Zoe & Jane

After all of these years, Jane’s husband Richard still makes her laugh. She not only loves him, she says, but also really likes him. “He’s a big, gentle man,” says Jane. “I like to be around him. He’s a good guy.”  Richard is a former professional football player, and at seventy-one-years-old is exuberantly active, especially …

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Joe at Origin at Spring Creek

Meet the Team at Origin at Spring Creek: Joe, Maintenance Supervisor

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 while living …

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Three seniors sit on a patio at the Mineshaft Tavern at Origin at Spring Creek in Canmore, Alberta

The Harmful Effects of Senior Isolation and What You Can Do to Help

Social isolation is characterized by the lack of social connections in one’s life. Senior social isolation is a growing concern, since many seniors live alone. A research study from the CDC showed that 25% of adults ages 65+ are considered to be isolated. There are many health risks caused by senior social isolation. Some include …

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Life Enrichment Companion Lydia at Origin at Spring Creek with female senior resident

Meet the Team at Origin at Spring Creek: Lydia, Life Enrichment Companion

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 …

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Three seniors with walking sticks on a walking path at Spring Creek in Canmore, Alberta

What Makes Origin at Spring Creek the Perfect Place for Active Seniors to Live

Just like their younger friends and family, active seniors look forward to doing the things they love. Whether that’s swimming, walking, or visiting with friends over a cup of coffee, the urge for moving doesn’t fade with age.  That’s why so many active seniors and their loved ones are prioritising access to recreational and social …

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Meet the Team at Origin at Spring Creek: Rhea, Life Enrichment Manager

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 …

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Meet the team at Origin at Spring Creek: Rahul, LPN

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 …

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Louie standing in front of an Origin at Spring Creek sign

Meet The Team at Origin at Spring Creek: Louie, LPN

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 …

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keven, lead housekeeper at origin at spring creek

Meet The Team at Origin at Spring Creek: Keven, Lead Housekeeper

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 …

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