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How Can You Stay Socially Active with
Limited Mobility?
Staying socially connected is one of the most
uplifting choices you can make at any stage of life.
Friendships, shared experiences, and laughter all
contribute to happiness and health. Yet for many
seniors, mobility challenges—whether from recovery,
arthritis, or long-term conditions—can make it
harder to get out and engage with others.
The good news? Staying
social doesn’t depend on how far or fast you move.
With a little creativity and support, it’s possible
to keep building meaningful relationships, enjoy
group activities, and feel connected every day.
At Meadowlands, we know that
community and companionship are the heart of
well-being. This guide explores how you can stay
socially active with limited mobility—through
connection, creativity, and comfort—right here in
Medicine Hat.
September 30 was National
Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
At Optima Living, we pause
to reflect, honour, and reaffirm our commitment to
truth, justice, and reconciliation with Indigenous
peoples across the lands now known as British
Columbia and Alberta.
Our communities stand on the
traditional territories of diverse Indigenous
Nations and Peoples. We recognize, respect, and
honour their history.
Reconciliation is not a
moment, but a movement—one we carry forward
together.
Celebrating Healthcare Aide Day
This Healthcare Aide Day, we
celebrate the incredible caregivers who bring
compassion, comfort, and joy to every moment of
care.
For Healthcare Aide Nanou
Suamy, those moments of connection are what matter
most: “Even when their memory fades, they still
remember me. They look at my face and smile — it
feels like a prize.”
From gentle smiles to
meaningful connections, our Healthcare Aides make a
difference in the lives of our residents each and
every day. Thank you for all that you do.
Revolutionizing Senior Care:
Optima
Living and the University of Alberta Spark a
Transformative Partnership
We’re excited to share
this meaningful partnership between the
University of Alberta’s Division of Geriatric
Medicine and Optima Living! Led by Dr. Adrian
Wagg, our four years of collaboration have been
dedicated to advancing dementia care, knowledge
sharing, and healthy aging in Canada. Together,
Optima Living and the University of Alberta are
translating research into practice, improving
quality of life for residents, and shaping the
next generation of senior care in Canada.
Here’s
to continued innovation, compassion, and
partnership in redefining what it means to age
well.
Community improves every
aspect of life, including your health!
Did you know that being
surrounded by a great community has a wide range
of benefits for your physical health? In fact,
research has indicated that people who belong to
strong communities tend to have lower blood
pressure, lower cholesterol levels, and a lower
risk of obesity. They are also more likely to
exercise regularly and eat a healthy
diet!
