Category: News

Making Toronto Senior Friendly

Aug 31, 2012

Join Councillor Matlow in a discussion on the City of Toronto's strategic plan for a Senior-Friendly City this Tuesday, September 4th. Discussion will include topics such as housing, health, safety and transportation. Read more...

Exciting Fall Events and Resources for Comfort Life Readers

Sep 20, 2012

Whether it's the Alzheimer's Society of Toronto's film premier of "Alive Inside", World Reflexology Week or tools from the National Institute for the Care of the Elderly - there's a lot going on for Comfort Life Readers! Read more...

Age is More – Challenging Attitudes about Aging

Nov 29, 2012

Ageism is a problem that many people in our society face, but none more so than seniors. Read more...

Christie Gardens Launches Inspiring New Cookbook for a ‘Good Life’

Nov 30, 2012

The profits from Christie Garden's new cookbook "The Fuss Over Food" will help seniors in need. Read more...

Sheridan Semester Begins With Inspiration Through Tribute to Elders

Jan 14, 2013

Sheridan College set to pay tribute to inspirational elders. Read more...

Alzheimer Society of Toronto Launches Music and Memory: iPod Project

Jan 29, 2013

The Alzheimer Society of Toronto has launched the Music and Memory: iPod Project – that uses iPods to bring personalized music to people with dementia. Read more...

Preferred Health Care Services Awarded Accreditation With Exemplary Standing

Feb 05, 2013

Find out why Preferred Health Care Services has been granted exemplary standing. Read more...

Palisades on the Glen Named Best Retirement Community in Mississauga

Aug 27, 2013

Palisades on the Glen was named the best retirement community in Mississauga for the second year in a row. Read more...

Chippin' in Fore Alzheimer's

Sep 04, 2013

Join The Village of Taunton Mills in their first annual Chippin in fore Alzheimer's golf tournament which supports the Alzheimer's Society Durham Read more...

Stouffville Creek's Open House This Weekend

Sep 10, 2013

Check out all that Stouffville Creek Retirement Residence has to offer at their Open House Saturday September 14th and Sunday September 15th. Read more...

Welcome Autumn with the Roxborough's Country Fall Fair Open House

Sep 12, 2013

Enjoy a beautiful fall day at the Roxborough Retirement Residence's Country Fall Fair Open House. Read more...

Tapestry's Holiday Spirit Shines Through

Jan 15, 2014

There was no shortage of holiday spirit this season! Tapestry Retirement Communities took part in the "Be Santa to a Senior" fundraising program, and the results were glowing. Read More...

Salute to Senior Service: Nominate a Hero in Your Community

Jan 16, 2014

The Salute to Senior Service Contest offers you the opportunity to nominate and vote for an exceptional senior volunteer in your community. Nominate your hero today! Read More...

Photographers to Challenge Senior Stereotypes

Jan 30, 2014

Photosensitive challenges CIS Ontario school photographers to capture moments that defy senior stereotypes. Read More...

Ontario’s Action Plan for Seniors - Part 1: Safety and Security

Mar 10, 2014

Ontario's Action Plan for Seniors was designed to improve the quality of life for seniors. The first of this 3-part series breaks down the safety and security improvements this action plan brings. Read More...

Fire Prevention in Retirement Homes

Feb 10, 2014

Fire Prevention in retirement homes has become an ongoing topic of discussion as it is an important component that ensures the safety of its residents. A new law has been put into effect requiring all retirement homes in Ontario to have fully functioning automatic sprinklers. Read More...

Ontario's Action Plan for Seniors - Part 2: Healthy Seniors

Mar 12, 2014

Ontario's Action Plan for Seniors expands and enhances long-term care options. The second of this 3-part series looks at the new healthcare programs and system improvements. Read More...

Ontario's Action Plan for Seniors - Part 3: Senior-Friendly Communities

Mar 13, 2014

Ontario's Action Plan for Seniors is helping grow senior-friendly cities and communities all over the province. The third of this 3-part series looks at the development of these communities, elderly persons centres, and life leases. Read More...

Senior Housing in Canada: 2013 Report

Apr 17, 2014

The landscape of senior housing in Canada is changing. Find out how. Read more...

Home Safety for Seniors

May 28, 2014

Each year, millions of Canadian seniors visit the emergency due to lack of home safety. Read more...

Seasons Retirement Buys Bowmanville Retirement Community

May 30, 2014

Seasons Retirement Communities acquired Clarington Centre by Kingsway Arms in Bowmanville, Ontario, effective May 30, 2014. Chief Executive Officer, Marc Doré says that the Seasons staff "look forward to building a strong and enduring relationship with the employees, residents, families and community of Bowmanville." Read more...