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Our sense of self is often shaped by the groups we belong to: family, friends, sports teams, the city we live in, our neighbourhoods, cultural and religious organizations, work and school connections; the list goes on.

Community meaning – the importance of feeling connected, included and a part of something bigger than yourself. When you feel connected to your community, you feel a sense of belonging. We will give you some ideas, tips, stories and suggestions so your aging loved one and you can experience more meaningful Community to further meet the needs of this 7th Area of Life.

One of the hardest situations families face is suddenly having to move a parent into a retirement home after a fall, health issue, or emergency - while also trying to sort through decades of belongings under pressure.

calming; security; predictability; inside; outside; internally; externally; respectful. Dementia care must go beyond physical safety to include emotional security, predictability, and proactive support. Common problems: people coming into their suite/room; intimidation by others; dementia and confusion contribute to emotional insecurity; unpredictability; items not secured appropriately.

At Soleful Harmony, I provide professional mobile foot care in the comfort of your loved one’s home across Calgary and surrounding communities.

There are 8 main areas in life that, when they are working well, everything else seems to be working well too. These areas are Health, Comfort, Safety, Activities, Engagement, Fulfillment, Community and Individuality. When these 8 areas are working well, it seems as though added grace, patience and even a little higher tolerance are available to everyone involved.