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Optima Living Newsletter March 2022

Posted on March 23rd, 2022

Our communities are filled with incredible women who do incredible things! We celebrated International Women’s Day by recognizing the many women who work hard to make our communities places that residents can proudly call home. We are so grateful for every single one of you!

It is good to see COVID cases decreasing in both Alberta and British Columbia! As both provinces begin reducing measures, we encourage everyone to stay the course and be mindful of the regulations put forth.

With all these continuing changes, we are moving forward with cautious optimism and hold kindness as a key part of that positivity. As the late Betty White once said, “Kindness and consideration of somebody besides yourself—I think that keeps you feeling young. I really do.” We couldn’t agree more.   

Stay Safe. Be Well. Take Care.


St. Patrick's Day Celebrations
A group celebrating all things Irish in a retirement home

At Wild Rose, we had a St. Patrick's Day Pub to celebrate all things Irish! Louis read over 100 limericks and two Irish residents blessed us by singing Irish ballads. Residents had fun putting on costume pieces including hats and leprechaun beards. Chef Scott prepared an entire Irish-themed menu, including a steak and Guinness pie for dinner. We had Irish trivia and read some popular Irish blessing and poetry. Of course, we had a full drinks menu for some traditional libations.

Salad bowl
A pastry in a bowl
Delicious food services on site
Delicious food services

Residents at Wisteria Place gathered together to
enjoy live Irish tunes and drinks!

Celebrations at Wisteria place

Two ladies enjoying together in the party
Two elderly ladies enjoying at the party

Our staff even showed up to a marketing meeting dressed for the occasion!

Staff showed up online on the occasion

Treats for Pups at Golden Sands

An elderly lady making something special
Prepared all natural dog treats
People celebrating month of love with heart-shaped cookies


Residents at Golden Sands celebrated the month of love by showing their love to others–including some very happy pups at the local humane society! 

Using some flour, pumpkin, and peanut butter, we prepared all natural dog treats for our sweet furry friends!


Happy Hour Trolley at Wild Rose
An elderly lady cheers by hugging a service lady


Our team at Wild Rose is always coming up with creative ideas to engage with our residents! 

The Happy Hour Trolley roams the halls of Wild Rose delivering treats. 


Sushi Making Demo at Wisteria Place

There is something so satisfying about learning a new skill and then getting to enjoy the fruit of your labour! 

Residents at Wisteria Place had so much fun making their own sushi. Once they selected their choice of ingredients, residents were taught how to make both uramaki and nigiri sushi.

Residents enjoy sushi
Residents enjoying making different types of sushi
An elderly lady making sushi

Wellness Moment of the Month

Quote of the Day

"I just make it my business to get along with people so I can have fun.
It's that simple." - Betty White


Optima Living TV: Coming Soon

Keep an eye out for the launch of Optima Living TV and follow us on FacebookInstagram, and YouTube for up-to-date information! There are many interesting topics that we will be covering—from sex and gender to brain health and much more.


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