Press Release: Elderado Launches Availability Registry in Ontario.
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We’re proud to announce that Elderado has been selected as one of 23 innovators awarded funding through the Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI)’s new Ignite program. This prestigious initiative supports early-stage Canadian companies working to improve aging and brain health, with a strong focus on dementia care, caregiver support, and care coordination. […]
March 28, 2025
Amica Taunton is a new retirement home in Whitby, Ontario that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Amica Retirement Homes Anytime I've walked into an Amica retirement home it's felt like luxury. You can see it in the premium finishes, and feel it in the way spaces are designed and decorated – and […]
March 16, 2025
What to Look for During a Retirement Home Tour: A Guide for Ontario Families Introduction Looking for a retirement home—whether for yourself or a loved one—can feel overwhelming. There are so many options, each with different services, amenities, and pricing. That’s why taking a guided tour is one of the best ways to see if […]
March 11, 2025
The senior care industry in Ontario wouldn’t function without the dedication, skill, and compassion of women. Across long-term care and retirement homes, women are the backbone of the sector, making up the majority of personal support workers (PSWs), nurses, and social workers who provide daily care and life-enhancing services to older adults. Did you know? […]
March 10, 2025
Social workers are like wolves They show up during some of life’s toughest moments—offering support, guidance, and sometimes just a reassuring presence when things feel impossible. And yet, they rarely get the appreciation they deserve. Well, we’re here to change that—one handwritten letter and one Tim Hortons gift card at a time! We’re sending 100 […]
March 8, 2025
On January 17 and 18, Chartwell hosted a National Open House event – and I crashed it! Friday I set out to hit as many Chartwell retirement homes as I could. Along the way I made a video at each home I toured to give you a peek inside, and tell you more about retirement […]
March 2, 2025
On February 22, 2025 I got to attend the A Night To Remember Gala hosted by A Rose For Grandma. There was good food, great people, and my favourite part was the caregivers who shared their stories. It was both inspiring and humbling to hear so many people share their why! Dementia support in the […]
March 1, 2025
Aspira Retirement Living hosted an open house event yesterday – I checked it out! Before yesterday I hadn't spent a ton of time in Aspira retirement homes, so I was excited to find out they were hosting a National Open House event on February 22, 2025. But Aspira, I do have to call out that […]
February 24, 2025
The Ministry of Long-Term Care in Ontario is planning to test a new system to help people find spots in long-term care (LTC) homes that match their culture, religion, language, or ethnicity, and there is an open call for comment HERE. This project, called the Long-Term Care Homes Cultural Pilot Project, will try to make […]
November 14, 2024
Ontario Health atHome has acknowledged that they are critically short on medical supplies that can have serious implications for seniors receiving home care. If you or a loved one is dealing with a shortage of medical supplies, Ontario Health atHome has advised you follow these steps: Call you care coordinator. If your care coordinator is […]
October 24, 2024
2024 marks the first ORCA Conference for Elderado. Daniel created a daily video to recap what happened. ORCA Con was an opportunity to learn, network, and share ideas. It was attended by leaders from retirement homes, commercial partners, and other industry stakeholders. It took place at Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville, Ontario from September 10 – […]
October 24, 2024
Rachel Merucci from TBH Legal joined us to answer all our questions about adult guardianship. Adult guardianship in Ontario is a legal mechanism designed to protect individuals who are unable to make certain decisions for themselves due to physical or mental incapacity. It allows a designated guardian to make decisions on behalf of an adult […]
October 24, 2024
It’s remarkable how our experiences in volunteering can have such a profound impact on our lives. Several years ago, I volunteered at Evergreen Hospice in Thornhill, Ontario. But the experience was more than just rewarding; it gave me great insights into how to help my father deal with his end-of-life issues. Ten years ago, he […]
September 13, 2024
Disclaimer: Elderado is not suggesting or encouraging the use of cannabis in any form. Since the legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada in 2018, its use among seniors has been steadily increasing. Cannabis, once a taboo topic, is now becoming a conversation starter, including in settings like long-term care homes where health, comfort, and quality […]
August 28, 2024
In April 2024 the NORC Innovation Centre at University Health Network published A Home Care Model for Natrually Occuring Retirement Communities in Ontario. This is a summary of our key takeaways from that report. With an aging population, the demand for home care services in Ontario is increasing, and the current system is straining to […]
July 4, 2024
Written by: Rachel Merucci, Licensed Paralegal Note: Information applies to residents of Ontario, Canada only. About 6 years ago (2018), I was faced with the challenge of jumping into caregiving together with my dad, who was quickly losing the ability to care for my mom (his wife) later diagnosed with severe dementia (suspected Alzheimer's). My […]
June 25, 2024
The Collision Conference brought some of the biggest names in tech, marketing, AI, and healthtech to Toronto to talk about where we are headed, and showcase innovative startups. We were on the lookout for what's new in elder care, and these 4 startups stood out. ElderPRIME ElderPRIME helps aging adults and their families accurately track […]
June 21, 2024
Wellesley Central Place is hosting a Pride Party, and you're invited! Who? You are invited. What? 2SLGBTQI+ Rainbow Seniors at Pride. It's a free events highlighting local queer performances with food, ice cream, music, & Special Guest Sofonda! When? Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 1:00PM–3:00PM. Where? The Rekai Centre at Wellesley Central Place, 160 Wellesley […]
June 14, 2024
Long-term care projects that still haven't broken ground, a new Minister of Long-Term Care, a call for comment on the role of resident support personnel, and 15,000 new caregivers from abroad. It's June 7, 2024, this is the week in elder care news. Four Windsor-Essex long-term care projects still haven't broken ground CBC is reporting […]
June 7, 2024
Are Resident Support Personnel going to replace PSWs in long-term care? Resident Support Personnel Resident Support Personnel, or RSPs, provide some personal support services to low-risk residents (for example, helping brush a resident's hair or teeth). RSPs have acted as a stopgap solution to help support largely understaffed healthcare teams in long-term care. The Ministry […]
June 4, 2024
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