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Programming Adds Richness to Life at United Communities

December 1, 2016

“Creativity is contagious. Pass it on.” – Albert Einstein

“Age is no barrier to creativity,” said Gail Hinchliffe, president, United Active Living. “We just need the right atmosphere and opportunity to express ourselves. United Active Living’s philosophy is to encourage residents to do that through the arts: singing, music, drawing, painting, dance, pottery and sculpture.”

United’s extensive list of programs and activities – both specialty programs and events, and regular programs – set United apart through the variety that is offered, and the program partnerships with Calgary’s art and cultural organizations.

“At United, being creative isn’t a hobby. It’s a way of life,” said Gail. “We have professional artists on staff who provide support for every level, from those who have never picked up a brush or a handful of clay, to residents who were attracted to United because they can continue their lifelong passion for art.”

garrison-green-art2United has fully stocked art studios at both Garrison Green and Fish Creek communities, plus one-of-a-kind art galleries to display resident artworks as well as showings of professional work. Not only is it fun, but expressing ourselves through the arts can have health benefits we are just starting to understand.

Connecting with others and making new friends is a cornerstone of our philosophy. Research shows that older adults who are the most socially engaged remain healthy and active. Community develops when everyone has a choice, when residents are active, learning new things and participating in community events that they find interesting and stimulating.

United has recently compiled a comprehensive list of upcoming specialty programs and ongoing programs at both communities so that residents and their families can see what’s available and make plans to participate.

Both lists are online at these links:

Garrison Green program link

Fish Creek program link

“When you see everything written down in one location, you realize just how extensive the programs and activities are,” said Gail. “It’s what makes living in a United community exciting and fun. There’s always something new and the programs are changing and evolving all the time based on resident input.”

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Garrison Green (Integrated Living) 3028 Don Ethell Boulevard SW
Calgary, Alberta
T3E 0C9
 
Rentals and Lease: (403) 917-1389 Reception: (403) 685-7200 Fax: (403) 240-3772
Fish Creek North (Memory Care + Assisted) 51 Providence Boulevard SE
Calgary, Alberta
T2X 0X2
 
Rentals and Lease: (587) 841-5134 Reception: (587) 481-7907 Fax: (403) 873-3961
Fish Creek West (Independent Living) 14720 1 St SE
Calgary, Alberta
T2X 1A1
 
Rentals and Lease: (587) 609-8167 Reception: (587) 481-7907 Fax: (403) 873-3961

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