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Use Virtual Holiday Time to Create Something as a Family By: Amy Friesen You’re likely feeling bummed out that, because of the pandemic, you’re not able to get together physically with your extended family this holiday season. The last thing you want to do is jeopardize the health of your aging parents or other relatives. But you don’t want them to feel abandoned either, especially this time of year.... So, what can you do to inject life into virtual holiday gatherings? Well, you can create something together as a family that will continue to have meaning long after the pandemic is history. https://teaandtoast.ca/blog/blog-main/virtual-holiday #virtualholiday #familytime #spendtimewithfamily #seniorliving #retirementlife

Covid-19 Update, British Columbia Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix announced 2,206 new cases of COVID-19 detected in B.C. and 74 deaths since Christmas Eve. Henry announced that as of Tuesday, there are 7,580 active cases of COVID-19 in B.C. A record high of 373 people are in hospital, including 80 in intensive care.... Henry choked up when speaking about the 74 lives lost to COVID-19. Their deaths mean that so far, 882 British Columbians have died of the disease. https://www.cbc.ca//bc-covid-19-update-december-29-1.58566 #Covid19updatebc #stayhome #staysafe #behealthy

World Children’s Day 2020 World Children’s Day is UNICEF’s annual day of action for children, by children. The COVID-19 crisis has resulted in a child rights crisis in the world. The UN in a statement said that the costs of the pandemic for children are immediate and, if unaddressed, may last a lifetime. It’s time for generations to come together to reimagine the type of world we want to create. On 20 November, kids will reimagine a better world, it added.... The UN also urged countries to ensure that students can continue to learn during the pandemic. Hundreds of millions of students are currently affected by school closures due to #COVID19. On Friday's #WorldChildrensDay, @UNICEF is urging countries to ensure all children can continue to learn, the UN said on social media. From your Friends at ATL Senior Living

Explore the World Through Virtual Travel By: Amy Friesen Remember when we thought the pandemic might only last a few months? Well, one can hardly blame you if, eight months on facing a second wave and the prospect of a long Ottawa winter you feel like the walls are closing in on you.... That may be especially true if you’re a senior who enjoyed to travel. After all, this was not how you envisioned your retirement years: stuck at home. But hold on a minute. Although international travel remains pretty much off the table for the foreseeable future, you can still visit some fascinating destinations across the world. Think virtual travel. https://teaandtoast.ca/blog/blog-main/virtual-travel #virtualtravel #virtualtraveller #aroundtheworld #covidtravel

Each year International Men’s Day is celebrated on November 19. It is an international event that is celebrated in more than 70 countries worldwide. The date coincides with the birthday of the father of Dr Jerome Teelucksingh, a doctor from Trinidad and Tobago who relaunched International Men’s Day in 1999.... In 2020, the themes International Men's Day is focusing on includes: - Making a positive difference to the wellbeing and lives of men and boys - Raising awareness and/or funds for charities supporting men and boys’ wellbeing - Promoting a positive conversation about men, manhood and masculinity

Life keeps evolving': six ways to have a happy retirement It can be the best time of your life here’s how: https://www.theguardian.com//life-keeps-evolving-six-ways-

Senior Living: For 2021, a simple resolution By Shelley Fralic We all still have tough times ahead. A little kindness can go a long way. (Getty)... https://nationalpost.com//senior-living-for-2021-a-simple- #seniorliving2021 #retirementlife #kindness #kindnessmatters

Today marks the start of Kwanzaa, also spelled Kwanza (with one 'a' at the end). It's a seven-day non-religious holiday observed in the US, meant to honor African Americans' ancestral roots. The celebration lasts until January 1. The name comes from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza," which means "first fruits." Happy Kwanzaa from your friends at ATL Senior Living!... #happykwanzaa #kwanzaa #celebration

Camellia Residences is a proud Community Partner to the City of Surrey Virtual Tree Lighting Festival 2020! Warren Dean Flandez will be grazing the stage and will be performing via Facebook and Youtube Live! What a great way to kick off the holidays! Warren Dean Flandez is sure to knock you off your feet with his wide vocal range and killer beats. (CCM Magazine Contemporary Christian Music, Nashville)... Blend Deitrick Haddon with Pharrell and you get Warren Dean Flandez...his brand of eclecticism with a solid spiritual foundation is what the gospel world needs now.. (The Journal of Gospel Music, Chicago) 2019 JUNO Nominee - Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year 2019 GMA Covenant Award Winner - Gospel Album of the Year 2019 GMA Covenant Award Winner - Urban Album of the Year 2018 GMA Covenant Award Winner - Gospel Album of the Year 2018 GMA Covenant Award Winner - Urban Album of the Year 2018 GMA Covenant Award Winner - Pop Album of the Year 2018 Leo Awards Nominee - Best Music Video 2017 JUNO Nominee - Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year 2017 GMA Covenant Award Winner - Gospel Song of the Year 2017 GMA Covenant Award Winner - Urban Song of the Year 2017 Western Canadian Music Awards Winner - Spiritual Artist of the Year 2016 Utah Music Award Winner - Best Christian/Inspirational 2012 Western Canadian Music Awards Nominee - Urban Recording of the Year

Two factors come into play in affecting how old your skin appears: genetics and sun damage. https://goodtimes.ca/dealing-with-sun-damaged-skin/ #ATLSeniorLiving #SkinCare

Live Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away. Laugh A sense of humour can help you tolerate the unpleasant, cope with the unexpected and smile through the day. ... Love There is one happiness in life, to love and be loved.