Living at Home vs. Retirement Living in Ottawa: Cost, Care, and Connection
As care needs change, many older adults and their families in Ottawa face an important decision: remain at home with support services or move into a retirement home with assisted living. While cost is often the first consideration, factors such as reliability of care, social connection, and overall quality of life play an equally important […]
Brookside’s Spark Program: The Power of Recreational Therapy for Seniors
At Brookside Retirement Living in Ottawa, we believe that staying active, engaged, and connected is essential for seniors’ physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. That’s why we created the Spark Program, a small-group recreational therapy program designed specifically for seniors with physical or cognitive support needs. What Is the Spark Program? The Spark Program is a […]
Why Seniors Choose — and Sometimes Need — to Move to Brookside Retirement Living
Deciding to move to a retirement home is a big step—and it’s one that many seniors think about carefully. For some, it’s a choice motivated by lifestyle: the chance to simplify, connect, and enjoy life more fully. For others, it’s a necessary step when day-to-day life at home starts becoming more challenging. At Brookside Retirement […]