Using mindfulness to deal with difficult emotions
Practicing mindfulness can help us when we are dealing with difficult emotions.
March 2, 2020
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Wishes do come true
Edmonton General Continuing Care residents on unit 7Y were transported to Hawaii by watching Polynesian dancers perform for them.
February 27, 2020
Tips for exercising indoors at home
Physiotherapists offer tips for exercising indoors at home.
February 26, 2020
The future of senior care
Zayna Khayat, future strategist and author of The Future of Aging, on how COVID-19 is accelerating, delaying or reversing trends in aging and senior care.
February 21, 2020
Romance blossoms in assisted living
A couple in Lethbridge meets and falls in love at Martha’s House. They continue to live there, but now as newlyweds.
February 13, 2020
Thanking Misericordia staff
EMS, firefighters and police officers thank frontline colleagues from the Misericordia emergency department by delivering custom-made mugs and goodie bags.
February 8, 2020
A lifetime of helping others
Margo Pals has spent most of her life helping others and at age 90 she’s still finding ways to lend a hand.
February 6, 2020
The cost of freedom
Second World War veteran George Lacquement, 95, shares his story in his final days at Bonnyville Health Centre.
February 3, 2020
Sessions help families navigate Alzheimer’s
Villa Caritas staff and physicians developed education sessions when they noticed there were few resources to guide families impacted by dementia.
January 30, 2020
A feeling of home at Mel Miller Hospice
The Covenant Foundation provided funds to renovate some rooms in the Mel Miller Hospice at the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre to make the rooms feel mo
January 27, 2020
Connecting with someone who has dementia
Along with affecting an individual's cognition, behaviour and emotions, dementia can make it more difficult to connect with someone who has the disease.
January 23, 2020
Pilot provides free meal delivery to patients recovering at home
This collaborative pilot with Meals On Wheels and the Grey Nuns Community Hospital supports adults over 60 in the metro Edmonton area.
January 20, 2020
Recreation assistant shows she truly sees residents through art
Edmonton General recreation assistant, Jennie Vegt, draws portraits of the residents she cares for to show that she sees them.
January 18, 2020
Spiritual care through expressive arts
Chaplain Deborah Kirkpatrick includes expressive arts in her spiritual care support for patients.
January 16, 2020
Small gestures, big impact
When you see someone struggling, it can be hard to know how to reach out. Here are some practical tips for showing others you care.
January 13, 2020
Creating a new care experience for seniors
Covenant senior leaders share their thoughts on creating a new care experience for seniors.
January 11, 2020
Invest in yourself
Explore some simple ways to practice self-care to enhance your mental health and wellness. It begins with being self-aware.
January 9, 2020
Managing diabetes during the holidays
Planning helps ensure people with diabetes enjoy the holiday season.
December 19, 2019
Christmas celebration honours life on palliative care unit
Edmonton General palliative residents and families celebrate their last Christmas together during a special event.
December 18, 2019
Look after your mental health at Christmas
The holidays can be hard on your mental health. Here are some tips to help you manage stress and anxiety during the Christmas season.
December 9, 2019
