by The Hamlets | Jan 28, 2021 | Health & Wellness Tips & Information for Seniors
Some years ago, a phony study concluded that the third Monday of January was “the most depressing day of the year” and dubbed it “Blue Monday.” Though the formula was faked, the conclusion seems to have caught on; the sheer plausibility of it seems to have people...
by The Hamlets | Dec 29, 2020 | Activity, Recreation Tips for Seniors
The Hamlets at Deer Park has plenty of activities for our residents. We have things to do every day. There are currently games, tabletop games, learning tutorials, crafts, coffee breaks, book clubs, bible study, exercise groups, online church events, Christmas light...
by The Hamlets | Nov 27, 2020 | Health & Wellness Tips & Information for Seniors, Senior Independent Living Communities, Socialization for Seniors
The Hamlets at Deer Park is an excellent alternative to living at home for several reasons. After some time spent here, our residents tend to agree that they prefer The Hamlets because of the relaxed, social lifestyle and beautiful surroundings. Laidback Lifestyle...
by The Hamlets | Oct 30, 2020 | General Tips & Information, Health & Wellness Tips & Information for Seniors, Red Deer Community, Senior Independent Living Communities
Getting older doesn’t mean that one loses their ability to make meaningful change in the world. Here are five Alberta seniors who are proving just the opposite by sharing their innovative ideas and outstanding services with their communities: Gwen Leepart – Fort...
by The Hamlets | Oct 22, 2020 | General Tips & Information, Health & Wellness Tips & Information for Seniors
Even when things seem bleak, that’s when it is most important to look on the bright side. COVID-19 may have put a damper on 2020, but here’s several reasons why this autumn is looking bright: Optimized Procedures For the most part, people are making the social shifts...
by The Hamlets | Aug 30, 2020 | COVID-19 Information, General Tips & Information, Health & Wellness Tips & Information for Seniors, Socialization for Seniors
If you’re a senior or you know a senior, you may wonder if seniors benefit from having young people in their lives. The short answer is probably. There has been limited research in this area to date, but we did find a few peer-reviewed studies showing that, yes,...
by The Hamlets | Aug 14, 2020 | Activity, Recreation Tips for Seniors, General Tips & Information, Health & Wellness Tips & Information for Seniors
There is some evidence that doing puzzles is good for the brain. And if you like doing them, there are a lot of different types of puzzles available online. Working on some puzzles is great way to pass the time at home and do something that’s good for you at the same...
by The Hamlets | Jul 27, 2020 | COVID-19 Information, News
Some seniors are really struggling with the strict social distancing measures for seniors. And they are not the only ones. The families and friends of these seniors are unhappy, too, that visitation has been restricted the past few months. So, what can you do to raise...
by The Hamlets | Jun 12, 2020 | Red Deer Community, Senior Independent Living Communities
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Red Deer, Alberta, where we have the senior village, The Hamlets at Deer Park, is a great option. Red Deer has a lot to offer, and in this article, we’re going to explore some of the advantages of living in Red Deer. Location...
by The Hamlets | Apr 22, 2020 | COVID-19 Information, News, Socialization for Seniors
With the current COVID-19 pandemic going on, communication with our senior relatives and friends has become both more challenging and more important. Since seniors are considered an at-risk population, social distancing is very important. Social distancing comes with...
