--- title: Blog | Origin | Technology description: Technology | The Origin Active Lifestyle Communities blog inspires to provide you and your family useful knowledge and resources regarding senior living. --- [![Origin Active Lifestyle Communities Logo](https://blog.originway.ca/hubfs/August2017/Images/Logo-Copy.png) ![Origin Active Lifestyle Communities Logo](https://blog.originway.ca/hubfs/August2017/Images/origin_logo-copy-v2.png)](https://www.originway.ca/) Menu   [Find Your Community](https://www.originway.ca/communities) [Start Your Career](https://www.originway.ca/senior-living-careers) Give Us a Call Close X - [Origin at Longwood    250-751-7755](tel://1-250-751-7755) - [Origin at Spring Creek    403-678-2288](tel://1-403-678-2288) - [Swan Evergreen Village    587-481-6638](tel://1-587-481-6638) - [Whitehorn Village    403-271-2277](tel://1-403-271-2277) - [Origin Polska    +48 (22) 279 4900](tel://48-22-279-4900) - [Origin at Longwood    250-751-7755](tel://1-250-751-7755) - [Origin at Spring Creek    403-678-2288](tel://1-403-678-2288) - [Swan Evergreen Village    587-481-6638](tel://1-587-481-6638) - [Whitehorn Village    403-271-2277](tel://1-403-271-2277) - [Origin Polska    +48 (22) 279 4900](tel://48-22-279-4900) - [Discover Origin We want to show who we are](https://www.originway.ca/discover-origin-active-lifestyle-communities) - [Careers Make a difference](https://www.originway.ca/senior-living-careers) - [Communities See where we serve](https://www.originway.ca/communities) - [Why Active Living? 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[Read More](https://blog.originway.ca/online-shopping-safety-tips) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.originway.ca/online-shopping-safety-tips#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/technology) [![](https://blog.originway.ca/hubfs/Origin%20April%201%20Blog%20Feature%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.originway.ca/pros-and-cons-social-media) ## [The Pros and Cons of Social Media](https://blog.originway.ca/pros-and-cons-social-media) Posted by [Origin Active Lifestyle Communities](https://blog.originway.ca/author/the-origin-team) on April 01, 2020 | **3 minute read** - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) It is no secret that social media has become a huge part of our culture. People of all ages use it to connect with friends and family all over the world. It can be a useful tool, but as with anything, there are pros and cons of social media, and it’s important to understand all aspects.  [Read More](https://blog.originway.ca/pros-and-cons-social-media) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.originway.ca/pros-and-cons-social-media#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/technology) [![](https://blog.originway.ca/hubfs/close-up-of-hands-of-senior-and-young-woman-97QB2E5.jpg)](https://blog.originway.ca/holiday-gifts-for-seniors) ## [Meaningful and Purposeful Gifts for Seniors](https://blog.originway.ca/holiday-gifts-for-seniors) Posted by [Origin Active Lifestyle Communities](https://blog.originway.ca/author/the-origin-team) on November 15, 2019 | **5 minute read** - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) While the holiday season is about connecting with family and celebrating traditions, you may also want to show your love and appreciation of family and friends through gift-giving. It can be hard to decide on a gift for the senior in your life, as you may be stuck between several items or have no clue what to grab at all. It’s understandable, as gifts for seniors can be tough to settle on, especially if it’s a gift for a parent.  [Read More](https://blog.originway.ca/holiday-gifts-for-seniors) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.originway.ca/holiday-gifts-for-seniors#comments-listing) Topics: [Social Wellness](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/social-wellness), [Technology](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/technology) [![](https://blog.originway.ca/hubfs/happy-senior-couple-driving-in-car-PYZFNBH.jpg)](https://blog.originway.ca/senior-transportation-tips-maintain-active-lifestyle) ## [Senior Transportation: Safety Tips and Options for Active Seniors](https://blog.originway.ca/senior-transportation-tips-maintain-active-lifestyle) Posted by [Origin Active Lifestyle Communities](https://blog.originway.ca/author/the-origin-team) on July 01, 2019 | **2 minute read** - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) If you live an active lifestyle, it is safe to assume you still love to travel or drive. Senior transportation is a hot topic right now as more transportation options become available. While the tradition of getting in your car and driving is still strong, driving is changing. An active lifestyle sometimes requires active changes in how you operate, and driving a car is no different. [Read More](https://blog.originway.ca/senior-transportation-tips-maintain-active-lifestyle) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.originway.ca/senior-transportation-tips-maintain-active-lifestyle#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/technology), [Active Aging](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/active-aging) [![](https://blog.originway.ca/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-04-23%20at%2012.56.48%20PM.png)](https://blog.originway.ca/technology-in-senior-care) ## [New Technology in Senior Care](https://blog.originway.ca/technology-in-senior-care) Posted by [Origin Active Lifestyle Communities](https://blog.originway.ca/author/the-origin-team) on February 08, 2019 | **2 minute read** - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Origin](https://www.originway.ca/discover-origin-active-lifestyle-communities) designs, developments, and operates innovative, industry-leading, active lifestyle communities throughout Canada. Our goal is to always stay up-to-date with the changes and new technologies introduced to the senior living industry to continually improve our level of senior care.  [Read More](https://blog.originway.ca/technology-in-senior-care) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.originway.ca/technology-in-senior-care#comments-listing) Topics: [Technology](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/technology), [Health & Nutrition](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/health-nutrition) [![](https://blog.originway.ca/hubfs/Blog%20Images/technology-senior.jpg)](https://blog.originway.ca/5-reasons-why-you-should-be-on-social-media) ## [5 Reasons Why You Should Be On Social Media](https://blog.originway.ca/5-reasons-why-you-should-be-on-social-media) Posted by [Origin Active Lifestyle Communities](https://blog.originway.ca/author/the-origin-team) on October 15, 2017 | **2 minute read** - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Social media might seem like it is only for teenagers - every day, another teen becomes a YouTube star or shows a parent how to use an iPad. However, social media can be beneficial and fun for people of all ages, and it can help seniors stay active and connected. Among adults ages 65 and older, [67 percent use the internet](http://www.pewinternet.org/2017/05/17/technology-use-among-seniors/), and 42 percent own a smartphone. More than a third of older adults use social media. Here are a few of the benefits seniors can get from being active on social media: [Read More](https://blog.originway.ca/5-reasons-why-you-should-be-on-social-media) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.originway.ca/5-reasons-why-you-should-be-on-social-media#comments-listing) Topics: [Social Wellness](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/social-wellness), [Technology](https://blog.originway.ca/topic/technology) [All posts](https://blog.originway.ca/all) #### **About Origin Active Lifestyle Blog** Origin’s only business is caring for seniors. 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