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Everyone looks forward to being able to get out into the warm summer air after a long cold winter, especially seniors. As much as we all...

Over the years, retirement living has shifted. Gone are the days of sitting at home watching the world go by (unless that’s what you want...

When looking at retirement homes in Welland, the costs can vary depending on several factors. The physical, mental, and emotional...

Before deciding whether or not it’s time to move into a senior living community, it’s important to understand whether a nursing home in...

In Canada, there is much debate about what constitutes a “senior”. But according to Statistics Canada, a senior is an elderly adult,...

Making a move is never easy, especially for seniors leaving the home they have known for years. Once you decide that you want to move to...

At The Grand Canal Retirement Residence, we know how much our residents love their fur babies. They aren’t just pets; they are a member...

If the weather, or your health, has you spending more time inside these days, there are always fun indoor activities to enjoy. The number...

As one of the newest retirement homes in Welland, Ontario, The Grand Canal Retirement Residence offers more than just a new way of...

The cold winds can make the days seem longer as the winter blues set in. For some seniors, the weather can prevent social interactions...

The winter season can be daunting, from the cold temperatures and high risk of slips and falls on icy surfaces to the seasonal depression...

These days independent supportive living and retirement residences tend to have a bad rap…and quite frankly, we don’t know why! The are...

As we all know, retirement may refer to leaving the workforce, but it doesn’t mean life needs to slow down—not entirely! More and more...

If you think all senior living communities are the same—think again! Today, there are so many diverse types of retirement homes that...

Are you in the planning stages of retirement? Have you thought of what you want, and can do, during your retirement beyond enjoying more...