“Ahhhhhhh, summer…” Long days and warm weather are here, along with the chance to get out and explore all Calgary has to offer. And there is a lot: The Calgary Stampede, the Zoo, the vast network of paths, galleries, neighbourhood street parties, golf courses, and summer festivals are all gearing up in anticipation of the […]
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The talk
How to address the stigma of moving into a senior living community. We’ve all said it: “I don’t know how to talk to my parents” – this isn’t the first time you’ve gathered with friends and found yourself navigating the ins and outs of family dynamics – but now, it’s not about how your parents […]
5 Top Questions to Ask When Searching for an Older Adult Community
The best time to research an older adult community either for yourself or a parent, is when you don’t need one. Time is on your side, and the pros and cons can be weighed without the stress of a time constraint. Searching when a crisis occurs can limit your choices without thorough consideration for the […]
Garrison Green Resident Council Keeps Everyone Informed
An integral part of how United’s Garrison Green community operates is by encouraging and supporting resident involvement. Through the resident council, the residents are directly involved in how they live, the programs that are offered, the menu and meal choices and other day-to-day details as well. The council gives residents a focal point to discuss […]
Merry Christmas Everyone!
United residents and staff put their Christmas creativity into high gear to create this year’s Christmas card. The card is based on a small village, created in clay that both staff and residents worked on. The village scene reflects the idea of a community that brings people together. It is a celebration of winter, and how […]
Fish Creek Residents Make University Student Feel At Home
“I’m getting more out of this than they are, for sure!” When 23-year-old Stephanie Wright saw an email from St. Mary’s University looking for students to live at United Active Living’s Fish Creek community for a semester, she jumped at the chance. “I lived in Chestermere, so the daily drive to St. Mary’s was quite […]
