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Gardening for Joy & Health: Easy Spring Gardening Ideas for Seniors

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on May 01, 2025 | 3 minute read

As spring arrives and the days grow longer, there's no better time to reconnect with nature. At Origin, we believe that gardening is more than just a hobby—it's a powerful way for seniors to stay active, find joy, and enhance well-being. Whether you’re an experienced green thumb or just getting started, gardening offers benefits for both the body and the soul. 

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Topics: Social Wellness, gardening

Spring Cleaning with Safety in Mind: Decluttering Tips for Seniors

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on April 14, 2025 | 6 minute read

As the blossoms bloom and the sunshine returns, spring invites us to refresh not only our surroundings but also our sense of comfort and well-being. At Origin, we believe that a clean and organized space plays an important role in supporting independent, healthy aging. That’s why spring cleaning is more than just tidying up—it’s about making your home safer, more accessible, and filled with peace of mind. 

Here are a few of our favourite senior-friendly decluttering and cleaning tips to help you embrace the season with safety and ease. 

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Topics: Social Wellness, Senior Care

Origin Way™ Companion Services: Improving Social Wellness and Quality of life for Seniors

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on June 01, 2022 | 3 minute read

Our later years should be filled with things we enjoy, focusing on health and wellness to maximize our daily experiences. As we age into our later years keeping up with day-to-day tasks, responsibilities, appointments and maintaining a social life can become more difficult to do. A little extra help in these areas can go a long way to improving quality of life. Senior companion services can help give you that extra bit of assistance in the areas you are looking to improve. Whether its enjoying quality time in your own senior community suite, engaging in social activities, exercising regularly, or heading out to run errands.

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Topics: Social Wellness, Active Aging, Health and Wellness, Origin Communities

Discover Life at Origin: Unique Benefits You Won’t Find at Home!

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on October 01, 2021 | 4 minute read

Nearly every (93%) Canadian senior says they want to remain in their homes for as long as possible after retirement. The primary reason for this is to maintain a sense of independence. Still, there are other reasons, including remaining close to family and friends, fostering a sense of belonging, and sentimental attachment to the house.

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Topics: Social Wellness, Health and Wellness

What to Look for When Touring an Active, Senior Living Community

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on August 01, 2021 | 6 minute read

Moving to a new home or neighbourhood can be an overwhelming process. There are so many things to research and consider, and you want to be as educated as possible before making a decision. Senior living communities are no different; after all, when looking for a senior living community, you are looking for your new life-long home. It’s vital that you feel confident you are making the right choice.

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Topics: Social Wellness, Active Aging

4 Habits That Increase Longevity

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on May 15, 2021 | 8 minute read

At Origin Active Lifestyle Communities, we believe that the quality of life a person experiences in their later years can drastically improve by staying active and engaged in life. While longevity may seem like something you can’t control, habits that are known to promote a healthy and active lifestyle have also been linked to increased longevity!

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Topics: Social Wellness, Active Aging

Relax, Refresh, and Recover: Discover the Benefits of Respite Care

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on March 15, 2021 | 3 minute read

Caring for an aging loved one can be taxing, especially if they have a chronic illness or a memory impairment. While caregiving can be rewarding, it can also be demanding and stressful at times—leaving caregivers with little time to focus on their own health and wellness. With over 8 million Canadians providing care to an older family member, it’s essential to realize that, like the adults they care for, caregivers also need support and attention to remain healthy and refreshed.

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Topics: Social Wellness, Caregiving

Finding Purpose and Community After Retirement

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on March 01, 2021 | 4 minute read

Many people look forward to their retirement for years - they start to save for it as early as possible, they buckle down for decades with one goal in mind, they might even plan a big retirement trip or celebration. However, many adults find themselves feeling bored, restless, and unfulfilled when it finally arrives.

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Topics: Independent Living, Social Wellness

Understanding & Combating Social Isolation

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on May 01, 2020 | 3 minute read

“The National Seniors Council of Canada defines social isolation as a low quantity and quality of contact with others. A situation of social isolation involves few social contacts and few social roles, as well as the absence of mutually rewarding relationships.” Beyond face-to-face interactions, socialization and quality contact can take the form of virtual encounters with friends and family.

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Topics: Social Wellness

4 Ways to Help Beat Cabin Fever This Winter Season

Posted by Origin Active Lifestyle Communities on January 01, 2020 | 3 minute read

Canadians are used to cold, long, and sometimes brutal winters. While the frost and snow can be beautiful, poor weather conditions make venturing outdoors a challenge. For this reason, cabin fever can start to develop as we find ourselves indoors for more extended periods of time.

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Topics: Social Wellness, Active Aging