June 28th, 2024 Royce Shook
Reflecting on the items in a personal plan for aging in place involves thoughtful consideration and prioritization of your needs, goals, and resources. Here’s a guide on how to reflect and prioritize these elements effectively: 1. Assess Your Current Situation: Start by evaluating your current living environment, health status, social connections, financial resources, and support […]
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June 27th, 2024 Royce Shook
A personalized plan for aging in place should encompass various aspects of daily living, health care, social support, and safety measures. Here are key elements that should be included in such a plan: 1. Home Environment Assessment: Evaluate your current living space to identify any potential hazards or barriers to mobility. This may involve making modifications […]
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June 26th, 2024 Royce Shook
Are you among the many Canadian seniors who cherish the idea of staying in your own home for as long as possible? It’s a sentiment shared by a growing number of individuals, with Canadians now living longer lives, some even reaching the remarkable age of 100! According to recent data from the Office of the […]
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June 25th, 2024 Royce Shook
As the summer sun warms our days and invites us to relax and unwind, it’s easy to forget that for many families, the season’s ease doesn’t extend to their dinner tables. While picnics, barbecues, and beach outings mark the festive spirit of summertime, a significant portion of our community relies on food banks to put […]
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June 24th, 2024 Royce Shook
I retired in 2006, almost 19 years ago. I worked on and off for another 8 years for pay but stopped working for pay in 2014, so this is my 10th year in full retirement. It’s worth considering that your retirement may last far longer than your job. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics […]
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June 23rd, 2024 Royce Shook
Ultimately, both gardening and creative endeavours are about beauty and expression. They allow individuals to cultivate something meaningful, whether it’s a lush garden or a captivating piece of art or writing. Visual Beauty (Painting): Painters express beauty through visual elements such as colour, composition, and texture. Their art captures scenes, emotions, and abstract concepts, appealing […]
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June 22nd, 2024 Royce Shook
Both gardening and the creative process have seasonal cycles. There are times of intense activity and productivity, as well as periods of rest and reflection. Seasonal cycles in the creative process and the concept of beauty and expression in creative endeavours add depth to understanding how writers, poets, painters, and gardeners approach their work: Spring […]
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June 20th, 2024 Royce Shook
In the depths of our minds, a flame burns bright, A spark of creativity, waiting to take flight. It’s the need to grow, to expand and elevate, To bring innovation to the world, and participate. Creative thinking, a journey we embark, To arrive at a plan, that’s new and sparks. To push beyond the […]
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June 19th, 2024 Royce Shook
In the realm where dreams take flight, Creativity ignites the darkest night. It’s the spark that lights the fire, New ideas soaring ever higher. From the human heart, it springs, A need to grow on joyful wings. To innovate, to elevate, Creative minds collaborate. Thinking new, thinking bold, Unseen paths we now unfold. […]
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June 18th, 2024 Royce Shook
As we grow older, we often forget the joy and creativity that comes with play. As adults, we tend to approach our work with a sense of seriousness and structure, leaving little room for creativity and innovation. However, embracing a playful attitude can be a game-changer for unlocking our full potential. Children are known for […]
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