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“The Grandmothers” created by local artist, Veronica Funk.

The Grandmother’s Art Exhibit

International Women’s Day is next week and we are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive art exhibit “The Grandmothers” created by local artist, Veronica Funk. Bring your grandmothers, mothers, sisters, caregivers, leaders and change makers and join us in honouring all of the incredible women in our lives! This event is free to the […]

Maple Apple Bacon Holiday Stuffing

Maple Apple Bacon Holiday Stuffing

Switch up your stuffing! Try this delicious recipe for a flavourful stuffing that is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving meal, courtesy of our Executive Chef Liana Robberecht. Ingredients 4 cups cubed bread (1-inch pieces) 4 diced celery stalks (1¾ cups) 1 cup diced apples, cored 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 tbsp olive oil ½ […]

Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Dementia Care?

Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care?

Making the move to an older adult community is a big decision, and it can be challenging to find the right community for you. You may be wondering where to go, or what the difference is between Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The following article will help you determine which residence is right […]

Why Resilience Matters

Why Resilience Matters & How We Can Develop It

“You grow through what you go through.” A plant growing from the concrete. Have you ever come across this remarkable example of nature showing resilience? How powerful is it to see just how badly that plant wanted to grow? Think back to a time in your life when you experienced uncertainty. Think of what you […]

Virtual Dementia Tour

Virtual Dementia Tour

What is dementia? According to the CDC, dementia is a term for the decline in the ability to remember, think, or make decisions. While slower processing skills and difficulty multi-tasking are normal parts of the aging process, dementia itself is not. As well, dementia can cause difficulties with more than just memory, including attention span, […]

Health & Wellness at Trico LivingWell

Health & Wellness at Trico LivingWell

Cathy Lockhart is the RN Clinical Lead and Staff Educator at Trico LivingWell. Starting her nursing career in maternity and newborn health, Cathy eventually transitioned into older adult care, where she has worked for the last 10 years. She started at a retirement residence in Calgary, where she worked as the site RN before being […]

The Benefits of Nature on Health

The Benefits of Nature on Health

With summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to head outdoors. You’ve probably heard that it’s good to get outside, but do you know why? Nature has many great benefits to take advantage of, from improving your physical health to boosting your mental health. The therapeutic effects of nature can help keep your body […]

Liana Robberecht

Fine Dining at Trico LivingWell

Chef Liana is the Executive Chef at Trico LivingWell. With a vibrant, award-winning career in the food industry spanning decades, Chef Liana is passionate about creating space in the kitchen for everyone. Here, she shares her start in a tough industry, her passion for crafting delicious food, and what it means to be a true […]

The Future of Wellness Kate Rosling

The Future of Wellness at Trico LivingWell

Kate Rosling is the Wellness Program Lead for Trico LivingWell. With a degree in therapeutic recreation and gerontology, she has been working in the older adult industry for the past four years. Her passion for recreational therapy started young – she can’t remember a time when she wasn’t volunteering or working in the field. Here, […]

We're Hiring!

We’re Hiring!

Explore new career opportunities at the Trico LivingWell job fair, next Tuesday, May 17th, in Kingsland Junction. Don’t forget your résumé! At Trico LivingWell, the comfort and satisfaction of our residents means the world to us. The safety and wellness of everyone in our community, from our residents and their families to our employees and […]