(Irish) pub at Riverview. Enjoying St Patrick’s Day Music, dancing, food and drinks.

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day From Riverview Park Residence.

Mardi Gras celebration at Riverview Park Residence good food and fun games 🎉😋

Respite available, come and stay in one of our fully furnished and comfortable suites. Meals, laundry, housekeeping, activities and trained staff to assist with daily needs, just to name a Few amenities provided.

More pictures from the Coldest Night of the Year! Such a wonderful event and a great group to do this with ❤️

Fun times with the Riverview Park Crew at the Coldest Night of the Year event. Thank you to everyone who participated.

Karaoke fun at Riverview Park Residence 🎤

Happy Valentine’s Day from Riverview Park Residence Residents and staff got to enjoy an indoor Tim Hortons walk through today. ❤️

Painting with Megan. Great turn out. Look at all that talent 🎨

Karaoke fun at Riverview.

New years party 🎉 at Riverview Park Residence.

Live entertainment with the very talented Johnny Borton. Singing along and Tapping toes, fun afternoon

Christmas fashions are the best and we have the best staff

Some more pics from the resident family lunch. ☺️

Baking club hard at work making Gumdrop cake. Thank you to our resident Rita for the recipe. 🤤

Gingerbread house decorating.🤤..

Shout out to the staff at Riverview for all their hard work during the Resident and family Christmas lunch

Christmas lunch with family and friends. Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas! Celebrating family and friends.

Our residents and families enjoying Christmas dinner. Happy and full ❤️

Residents enjoyed making Fresh Greenery Arrangements. Thank you to our Activity Director Missy for braving the wilderness to gather the supplies

It’s starting to feel very festive at Riverview Park Residence as we decorate for the holiday season. Thank you to a resident family for sharing their beautiful Christmas village for us to enjoy.

We are proud to support local. Teaming up with It Take's A Village for a weekly farmers market. Proceeds to It Take's a Village. Come check it out!

We hope you enjoyed your May long weekend Perth County. We started the weekend off with some tractors coming to visit us in the parking lot. Thank you for the lovely display!

For many adult children/caregivers the phone call of a loved one who is in the hospital, or has become suddenly ill is happening more as our population ages. Call and book a tour today to see how the team at Riverview Park Residence can help assist during a crisis and provide independence for their loved ones.

We are celebrating Valentines Day. Thank you to the Grade 2 and Grade 2/3 class at Precious Blood School in Exeter for making resident cards!

Find out why Seniors enjoy living at Riverview Park Residence. Don't spend the day alone and come join us for some Valentines Day Treats!

Our residents are getting into the Valentines spirit. We have some Candy grams available for $2 for VON of Listowel.

ALOHA! We are getting wisked away this afternoon with a beautiful lunch from our culinary team and some friends and family gathering making memories!

Danielle our Director of Wellness is ensuring our residents stay as safe as possible. Our residents are receiving their Bivalent Booster to protect us from the upcmong strain. Thank you to our Nursing staff for all that they do!

Need something to do this afternoon? Join us at Steve Kerr Memorial for some sponsored free skating and some hot choclate! We are here till 3pm!

Thanks Johnny Borton for entertaining us after a crazy snow storm. Great way to start getting ready to ring in the New Year!

We have been so blessed this year to have a number of groups to come in and sing for our residents this holiday season. Thank you to all that have graced us with their beautiful voices.

It's starting to look alot like Christmas 🎄 Thank You to a resident family for sharing their gorgeous Christmas Village. Our musicians are warming up for some upcoming holiday season fun!

Our residents and staff received their flu shots today thanks to IDA Pharmacy. Don't forget to get yours and remember to only visit us if your feeling well 🤗

We honoured the Queen today with some lovely flowers, some horse racing, with some tea and scones. May our Queen RIP 🙏

Come check us out at the Brussels fair tonight! Come see the vendor market and drop by the booth!

What to do on a rainy day? Paint of course! Our residents are enjoying their painting lesson thanks to Megan!

We would like to thank our staff for their hard work and attention to Infection Prevention and Control during our suspected outbreak. Our staff attention to cleaning and using PPE appropriately to ensure our Covid-19 cases did not spread. Great work team!

We are celebrating the Strawberry today! Fresh baked strawberry goodies along with friends, coffee or a strawberry Daquari.

Join us at the Listowel Lifestyle show tomorrow from 9-4pm at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Thank you to all our Resident Guest Attendants for international PSW day! You do so much for our residents everyday. Thank you! #retirement #riverviewpark #retirementliving #spring2022 #thankyou #retirementlife

Happy Nurses Week! We spoiled our nurses today with some self pamper kits because they are always so busy taking care of us! Thank you for all that you do!

It's starting to feel like spring and our residents are enjoying our solarium! Drop in for a tour and experience the lifestyle at Riverview Park. #retirement #retirementliving #riverviewpark #spring #springtime #spring2022

We would like to say a big thank you to everyone that joined us last week for our Euchre tournament, and we hope that you enjoyed the prizes! We would love to host more card tournaments or other games at Riverview Park. If you have any suggestions, let us know in a comment below! #retirement #thankyou #riverviewparkresidence #riverviewpark #retirementliving

Winter Staycation guests get all of the privileges of being a Riverview Park resident. This includes staying in one of our beautiful, furnished suites. Suites are designed for your comfort; you'll feel so at home, you won't want to leave! Call us for details.

Today is Pink Shirt day, a day originated in Canada and is celebrated to symbolize taking a stand against #bullying. Bullying is not just an issue in childhood, it can occur at any age, even the senior years, by peers, children, spouses etc. Riverview Park is a safe place that promotes #inclusion and #kindness. We don't tolerate our residents being bullied in any form. Our residents know they can come to staff with any issues they have experienced, we are here to help. So join us and wear pink today to take a stand against bullying- no matter the age!

Celebrate World Yoga Day by giving #yoga a try! The great thing about yoga is that it can be adapted to suit your individual needs, you can even use a chair if it helps! Yoga is for everyone, no matter your fitness level or age and it's never too late to learn. Riverview Park's Wellness Centre is led by our Director of Wellness, a qualified, experienced Registered Practical Nurse who is happy to give residents suggested on the best exercises. #Namaste

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day. Take a moment today to help someone out, hold a door, buy a coffee give a compliment. We want to take this opportunity to thank our amazing staff for the kindness they show our residents all through the year. Riverview Park would not be the same without all of you kindhearted members of the team.

There is never a dull moment at Riverview Park Residence. If residents ever find themselves with a spare moment between activities and special events, they can visit our library and games room. The games room holds a wide selection of games and books to be enjoyed by residents.

The residents and staff here at Riverview Park would like to wish everyone a Happy Valentine's day! We would also like to say a big thank you to Giant Tiger here in Listowel for dropping off all the beautiful flowers for our residents. It was such an unexpected surprise that brought smiles to the face of every single resident. #retirementliving #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence #retirement #thankyou #valentines2022

This Valentine's Day, Riverview Park wants to take the opportunity to tell our residents how much you mean to us all. Our chats together brighten our days and we are so grateful to have gotten to know you all! Thank You & Happy Valentine's Day!

Riverview Park's salon offers hair cutting services to residents to help make their lives easier and to encourage some well deserved pampering.

Our Winter Staycation guests have resident privileges, including all meals & snacks. Not only do we offer delicious meals in the dinging room but our on-site bistro is open 24 hours a day. There you can enjoy a nice cup of coffee or tea or indulge in some delicious baked goods, sandwiches or fresh fruit. You'll never want your Winter Staycation to end! Call us for details!

In light of Valentines day this Monday, we have prepared some valentines day cards and candies for our residents. If you would like to give a valentine to one of our residents here at Riverview Park, please give us a call and let our receptionist know who you would like to give it to, 519-418-5656. #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #riverviewpark #retirementlife #retirement

Today is "Send a Card to a Friend Day", a perfect time to send a message to those we are #grateful to have in our lives. Riverview Park is grateful for our wonderful residents, our amazing staff and to be a part of such a supportive and warm community!

On these cold February days, wouldn't you love to curl up next to a fire or read a book in a comfortable room or be served delicious hot meals, surrounded by friendly faces? Then all you need to do is call us at (519) 418-5656 to learn more about our Winter Staycation Promotion!

We are all hoping that the Groundhog doesn't see his shadow today and that we are in for an early spring. However, 6 more weeks of winter isn't so bad when you can book a Winter Staycation at Riverview Park. Call us for details!

Riverview Park is a welcoming & inclusive residence and we celebrate many holidays from around the world. Today is Lunar New Year, which represents the first moon of the #lunar calendar and is celebrated in many countries including China, Korea, Vietnam & Japan. Every year is represented by an animal, the legend says that many years ago the Jade Emperor asked for all the animals to visit him on the first day of the new year. 12 animals made the long journey and the years were named after them in the order in which they visited. People born in those years are believed to share characteristics with that animal. 2022 is the Year of the Tiger, tigers are said to be strong, brave, competitive & confident! Riverview Park wishes everyone a Happy Lunar New Year!

We are excited to announce, on Thursday February 10th at 2:00 pm, we will have a Facebook live event where you can join us while we make paper lanterns. We have a limited quantity of lunches and crafts kits available for pickup or delivery in Listowel. The kits will include, -supplies and instructions needed to make the lanterns and a delicious lunch made fresh in our kitchen. Please call our receptionist to reserve your kit at 519-481-5656.

Since the pandemic started, puzzles have made a comeback in a big way. In the early months of isolation, one company said they sold 20 puzzles per minute in North America alone! The popularity of puzzles during COVID-19 is comparable to the last surge in puzzle popularity, The Great Depression. Riverview Park offers a vast selection of #puzzles in our cozy library & games room. There are many benefits to puzzles; improving memory, enhancing problem solving skills, improving attention to detail, boosting your mood and opportunities for social interaction. Celebrate "Puzzle Day" and have some fun while you are improving your health!

A reported 20% of #seniors in Canada experience a form of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of winter depression sometimes called the winter blues. The days are short and cold and even without the winter blues, it certainly is a tough time of year. Why not give yourself a winter staycation at Riverview Park? You can be pampered, put your feet up and relax while staying in a beautifully furnished room, with all meals and snacks included. You can enjoy your stay with no worries because care staff is on site 24/7. What better way is there to spend the winter than by treating yourself or a family member to a relaxing winter staycation? Call us at 519-418-5656 to learn more.

Did you know that the average person is said to eat approximately 2,984 peanut butter and jam sandwiches in their lifetime?! If you have had enough PB&J sandwiches and are looking for another way to celebrate “Peanut Butter Day” this January 24th, try this quick and easy #peanutbutter cookie mug cake recipe. This can be done in your own private suite at Riverview Park and only takes about 2 minutes! 1. Mix ¼ cup flour, 1 tbsp brown sugar, ¼ tsp baking powder and ¼ tsp cinnamon in a small bowl. 2. Then mix in ½ tsp vanilla extract, ¼ cup milk, 3 tbsp peanut butter and 1 tbsp melted butter. 3. Stir until there are no lumps. 4. Pour into a mug and microwave for 60-90 seconds. 5. Enjoy!

It's easy to feel anxious, irritable and tired in the winter months. There are lots of ways you can try to fight those winter blues. One tip is to eat a well balanced diet to ensure you are getting all the vitamins and nutrients your body needs. Riverview Park prepares all resident meals, not only are they delicious but they are healthy too! Let #RiverviewPark help you beat the winter blues!

In these divisive times, it can be difficult to find common ground, but it’s safe to say, that most of us love #cheese! Celebrate “Cheese Lover Day” on January 20th, by making this delicious microwave mac & cheese. Riverview Park offers amazing meals to residents and for the days you want to make something yourself in your kitchenette, try this quick and easy recipe. 1. Mix ½ cup macaroni with ½ cup water with a pinch of salt into a mug. 2. Microwave for 2-3 minutes. 3. Stir in 3 tbsp milk, ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese. 4. Add salt & pepper to taste, then microwave for 30 seconds. 5. Stir and enjoy!

It’s difficult staying active during the winter, but don’t let the cold prevent you from getting your daily #exercise. Next time you are visiting Riverview Park's stylish dining room, sneak in a small workout! Go from sitting to standing and repeat 3 times in a row. Once you are finished, sit down and enjoy the delicious meal and wonderful company.

We would like to thank everyone for sending in their nominations. Due to the overwhelming response we will be closing the nominations. Over the next two weeks we will be reaching out to our nominations and delivering lunches. Thank you again!

We all tend to accumulate a lot of “stuff” over the years and it can feel very overwhelming! Visit our website, the link is in the bio, and click RESOURCES then E-BOOKS. You can download a free copy of “Downsizing: A Lifestyle Choice”. This guide will help you live a simpler lifestyle and allow you to live life to the fullest! Celebrate Organize Your Home Day on January 14th, by downloading this wonderful resource and following all of the helpful tips!

With the current state of the world, #travel is not at the top of our to-do lists. Yet, we still are craving relaxation, socialization and some fun! Why not book a short stay at Riverview Park Residence? You will stay in a beautiful room and all meals and snacks are not only delicious but included! For that added level of peace of mind, there is care staff on site 24/7. You won't regret this winter vacation and you have earned some pampering! Call us at 519-418-5656 to learn more about our "Winter Staycations"

Starting today, until Friday January 14th, we will be taking nominations for fresh lunches to be delivered to 3 different seniors per week, for the last two weeks of January. Please send your nominations to alyssa@riverviewpark.ca or send us a message on our Facebook page.

Houseplant Appreciation Day is a day to acknowledge all of the positive benefits of #houseplants. A live plant in your suite can: -lower anxiety -decrease stress -improve overall mood -improve focus Riverview Park's private suites are designed for your comfort and safety and we encourage all residents to add their own personal touches. A houseplant is a great way to make your suite feel even more like home!

For those who haven’t already met her, we wanted to introduce Alyssa Lidow, our Business Relations Manager. She is an integral part of our team, always busy behind the scenes ensuring everything is running smoothly at #RiverviewPark. When she is not hard at work at Riverview, she loves to cook and bake with her family and friends. When asked about her new job, Alyssa, said, “Interacting with each and every (resident) and learning their stories has been one of the most rewarding things in my life so far.” We are grateful to have her join our team and thankful she has been making sure everything runs efficiently. Thank you, Alyssa!

On these cold January days, there is nothing better than curling up next to a fire with a delicious cup of hot chocolate. Riverview Park has an inviting and cozy fireplace lounge and their bistro is open 24 hours! In case you feel like making your own, on "Cuddle Up Day", here is an easy recipe for making hot chocolate for one in the microwave! 1. Mix tbsp of cocoa powder, 2 tbsp of sugar & 1 tbsp of water in mug 2. Microwave for 15 seconds 3. Stir until smooth 4. Add milk 5. Microwave for 1-1 ½ minutes 6. Stir and enjoy If you want to try something new stir a spoonful of peanut butter in or add crushed candy canes!

Riverview Park has worked hard to ensure the residence feels like home to everyone and that there is a sense of #community on the premises. The fireplace lounge creates a comfortable atmosphere that all residents and guests can enjoy. Curl up and read a good book by the fire, meet up with a friend for a coffee or visit with your family, all while surrounded by the warm glow of our beautiful fireplace in our homey lounge!

The Riverview Park Residence team wishes each and every one of our residents, their families and all of our #Listowel friends, a very happy new year. May 2022 bring us peace and joy and please remember to check out all of Riverview’s exciting events planned for the new year. Riverview Park wishes you all a very happy new year!

80% of people give up on their New Years resolutions by mid February. Instead of just making a wish, this year make a goal! The most effective way to set a goal is to make it SMART. Ask yourself, is it: Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time-bound? SMART goals are proven to be a more effective strategy when setting goals and they are a great way to kick off a #newyear!

Warm Christmas wishes from Riverview Park Residence to you and your families. It’s been a challenging 2 years for the world, but this is the time of year to be grateful for what we have and the people in our lives. We at Riverview Park are grateful for our supportive and hard-working team, our kind and wonderful residents and for the warm community of Listowel. #MerryChristmas to all!

This winter, why not give yourself a winter staycation at Riverview Park? You can be pampered and put your feet up and relax while staying in a beautifully furnished room, with all meals and snacks included. You shouldn’t have to lift a finger on a vacation and so all housekeeping is included. You can meet new friends, take part in the activities and feel comforted knowing there will be care staff on site 24/7. What better way is there to spend the winter than by treating yourself or a family member to a relaxing winter staycation? Call us at 519-418-5656 to learn more!

The brain, like the rest of your body, needs exercise to stay strong and healthy. The Alzheimer Society of Canada recommends challenging the brain every day to slow the progression of dementia or even to reduce the risk of getting dementia. Ways to challenge the brain are through the use of games such as chess, board games, crosswords and jigsaw puzzles. Riverview Park Residence offers a wide selection of games and books in our cozy library and games room for residents to use as a form of daily brain exercise. #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #alzheimers #dementia

Riverview Park wants to see your ugly sweaters. 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐔𝐠𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by seeing your craziest, ugliest, most festive, most outrageous holiday sweaters! Please tag us in your photos so we can share your sweaters in our stories. Let’s see what you’ve got, the challenge is on! ⁣ ⁣ #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #listowel #uglysweater

We all sing along when we hear the iconic line “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire”, but how many of us actually make this Christmas snack? ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ It’s a lot easier than you might think and can even be done in the microwave. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Simply make a small cut in the shell and put them on a plate in the microwave for around 3 minutes. Then peel off the shell and enjoy this festive treat!⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 rooms all have a beautiful kitchenette so all residents can sing along as they roast chestnuts this year on 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟒𝐭𝐡, 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐧𝐮𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #microwavecooking #roastedchestnuts ⁣⁣

Gingerbread is synonymous with this time of year, but who can be bothered with all the work, mess and time of making a big batch of gingerbread cookies? ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Try this quick and easy 2-minute gingerbread in a mug recipe to put you in the holiday spirit. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 1. Melt 1 ½ tbsp of butter in a microwave safe mug for approx. 30 seconds and swirl around the mug. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 2. Add 2 tbsp of sugar, 2 tbsp of milk, 1/8 tsp of vanilla and 1 tbsp of molasses to the mug and stir. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 3. Stir in ¼ cup of flour, ¼ tsp of baking powder, ¼ tsp of cinnamon, ¼ tsp of ginger and a pinch of salt and pepper and mix until it looks like cake batter. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 4. Microwave for 60-90 seconds and top it with icing sugar, ice cream or whipped cream and enjoy. ⁣⁣ ⁣ Residents at 𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 can celebrate 𝐆𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 making this recipe in their beautiful kitchenettes in their private suites.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #gingerbread #easycooking #microwavecake⁣⁣

Socialization is important for everyone, but it’s especially important as we age. Interacting with others helps keep us mentally, physically and emotionally fit. Seniors with an active social life are reported to have less stress, exercise more and remain mentally sharp with fewer cases of memory loss. Socially active seniors claim to have a higher quality of life and studies even show they live longer!⁣ ⁣ Yet making friends is more difficult as we age, it becomes harder to meet new people. At Riverview Park, you’ll never feel lonely. There are lots of interesting and fun residents to befriend and the staff always have smiles on their faces. You’ll never feel lonely again at Riverview Park Residence. ⁣ ⁣ #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #seniorhealth #listowel ⁣

Show us your most beautifully wrapped gifts by 𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 and we will share your posts on our stories. ⁣ ⁣ We can’t wait to see all of your creative and beautiful gifts. ⁣ ⁣ #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #giftwrapping #listowel ⁣

Join us at Riverview Park Residence on December 16 to celebrate Christmas! We will be having a party and all members of the community are welcome. Riverview Park is the heart of the community and there is no better way to show we care, than to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with all of our Listowel friends. ⁣ ⁣ Join the party at 595 Havelock Ave S. from 2:00pm-3:30pm.⁣ ⁣ Looking forward to seeing you there! ⁣ ⁣ #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #listowel #community #christmasparty ⁣

It’s that time of year again, when stores are lined up and malls have no parking spots! Instead of buying presents this year, why not make a loved one a handmade gift? They are personalized and filled with love and are appreciated by all. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Riverview Park is eager to see the wonderful gifts made by our talented and creative residents and Listowel neighbours. 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐠 𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐠𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐬 so we can see and share the work of our talented Listowel friends. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #makeagift #homemade #listowel ⁣⁣

Healthy eating is an important part of staying strong and maintaining our quality of life as we age. The Government of Canada recommends seniors eat with others, because it provides excellent company and encourages us to eat more food, which is crucial for our health. ⁣ ⁣ Riverview Park Residence offers daily continental breakfasts along with healthy lunches and dinners in a state-of-the-art dining room. At Riverview you can enjoy a delicious and nutritious home cooked meal while in the company of your new friends.⁣ ⁣ #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #seniorhealth #healthyeating⁣

Yesterday we were out and about in Listowel and Elmira. Look for us today in Clifford, Harriston, Arthur, Mount Forest, Listowel, Mitchell and Stratford! Keep an eye out for our posters and flyers. Most important come and check out our Chritsmas Bazaar November 27th from 1:30 - 4:30 #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence #retirementliving #retirement #retirementlife #christmasbazaar #communityoutreach

Thank you for all your sacrifices, past, present and future that allow the rest of us the freedoms we have. #remembranceday #lestweforget #thankyou #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

November is Fall Prevention month. Did you know that falls lead to 20-30% of mild to severe injuries and are the underlying cause of 10-15% of all emergency department visits? Here are some tips to prevent a fall: 1) Enroll in a good balance and exercise program 2) Ask your doctor to assess your risk of falling 3) Review your medications with your doctor or pharmacist 4) Get your vision and hearing checked annually 5) Remove tripping hazards in your home #fallpreventionmonth #fallprevention #seniorsafety #retirement #retirementlife #retirementliving #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

The beloved tradition we have each year of dressing up in costumes and trick-or-treating on October 31st is rooted in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. People would dress in costumes and light bonfires to ward off spirits. The Celts believed that the night before the new year (which was celebrated on Nov 1) the veil between land of the living and the realm of the dead was at it’s thinnest. On this night, October 31st, it is believed that the spirits usually trapped on the other side can return to the earth once again. It was thought the presence of the spirits made predictions of the future easier to tell. To celebrate this huge and sacred bonfires were built that people gathered around dressed in costume (often animal in nature) and attempted to tell each others' fortunes. At the end of the celebrations, the people would re-light the fires in their hearths from the sacred bonfire to help protect them during the approaching winter. Now that you know a little more about the history of Hallowe’en, we would like to wish you all a safe and happy Samhain. Blessed Be! #Halloween #historyofhalloween #happyhalloween #Samhain #blessedbe #staysafe #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

Escape from the cold and stay with us for a Winter Staycation! Call (519) 418-5656 or email us at info@riverviewpark.ca to book your stay. #respitecare #respite #staycations #winterstaycation #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

As much as we hate to admit it, Summer has come to a close. :( Now that the cold weather appears to be imminent there are a few tips we would like to share to help keep you warm and safe! -Layers, lots of them! Multiple thin, light layers will actually keep you warmer then a single bulky layer. -Choose mittens over gloves. Don’t forget to wear a hat and scarf for your outdoor adventures. -Change out of damp or wet clothes as quickly as possible. -Keep indoor temperatures set to 65° or warmer. -Try getting an ice pick-like attachment for your cane, the extra traction is wonderful. -Speaking of extra traction, consider getting Ice & Snow Grips for your boots!!! Despite taking many precautions, accidents can still happen. If they do, we can help. We have Respite programs you can take advantage of anytime you need to recover from an accident or surgery. You can even just come stay with us for a short period to get away from the solitary days that inevitably happen in winter. Don’t be shy! #winter #staywarm #wintersafety #wintersafetyforseniors #respite #winterstaycation #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

Today is National Black Cat Day! Black cats have a bad wrap, they are not harbingers of evil (mostly ;) ) and they don't bring bad luck! What they do bring is much love and loyalty. They are very happy indoors and will form a unique bond with their owner. Having a cat can also lower blood pressure and cholesterol, which makes them a wonderful companion for seniors. #nationalblackcatday #cats ##catsofınstagram #ilovecats #blackcats #blackcatday2021 #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

Do you know what Osteoporosis is? It is a disease that directly affects your bones. It can cause your them to become so brittle that any action can cause them to fracture. In fact the word ‘osteoporosis’ means ‘porous bone’! While World Osteoporosis Day began in the United Kingdom, it is a worldwide disease and affects approximately 200 million people and while it affects both men and women, women are four times more likely to develop this disease. Some of the symptoms are, loss of height, change in posture, shortness of breath, bone fractures and pain in the lower back. There are MANY factors that can affect your risk of developing the disease and the following medical conditions can lead to higher risks and you might want to discuss with your health care professional if you should begin an early screening process: Overactive thyroid, parathyroid, or adrenal glands. History of bariatric (weight loss) surgery or organ transplant. Hormone treatment for breast or prostate cancer or a history of missed periods. Celiac disease, or inflammatory bowel disease. Blood diseases such as multiple myeloma. Other lifestyle factors that lead to a higher risk are your eating habits, smoking, drinking alcohol (two or more drinks a day), a lifestyle that is largely inactive. Some ways to prevent the onset of Osteoporosis are by leading an active lifestyle. Eating healthy and ensuring you get enough calcium and vitamin D. Getting a yearly bone density scan will also help you monitor your bones health! #health #medical #worldosteoporosisday #osteoporosis #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

From our family to yours, a very happy and safe Thanksgiving. #HappyThanksgiving2021 #thanksgiving2021 #autumn #riverviewparkresidence #riverviewpark Photo courtesy of @poeswoe

On Sunday, October 10th, join Riverview Park in raising awareness of mental health issues around the world. 970 million people worldwide have a mental health disorder and 15% of seniors in Canada suffer from depression. Don’t feel alone or ashamed; share your story, reach out to a friend and remember to ask for help. The most important thing we can do for World Mental Health Day is to talk about it and erase the stigma. #worldmentalhealthday #worldmentalhealthday2021 #seniorsmentalhealth #mentalhealth #retirementliving #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

Danielle McClory, is an RPN, who has joined our team as our Director of Wellness. We are so excited to have her as a part of our family. Here is a quote from Danielle, "����To Riverview Park Residents, to those we serve and with whom we work with, it’s important that we treat each individual with respect, the highest professionalism and utmost dignity, for we are guests in your home. Strong relationships and trust are the heart of health care and I strive to deliver my very best to every person every day." � �#riverviewparkresidence #directorofwellness #retirement #retirementliving

October 1st is National Seniors' Day, �join us in celebrating the seniors in our lives!!! �Show your gratitude and respect to your elders by going out with them for a coffee or a meal. If you can't see them in person, try making the time for a phone call or a special video chat. It doesn't take much to show them how much we appreciate them in our lives. �#nationalseniorsday #retirement #retirementliving #sharethelove #riverviewpark #riverviewparkresidence

Did you know that you can stay in a retirement home on a short term basis? It's about providing time to rest, recharge or even recover. Short term accommodations, care and support may be required for a variety of reasons. These may include: Caregiver Stress Family on Vacation Winter Stay Trial Stay Come and stay with us, you won't want to leave! #caregiverstressrelief #caregiverstressisreal #retirementliving #respite #respitecare