With the new year upon us, your news feeds will be chock-full of lists and tips on how you can improve your quality of life or “steps to follow to a better you”. So, here’s one more! The Cummings Centre’s top 7: MIND YOUR MUSIC Research shows that music activates every [...]
Dance plays a major role in Freda Segal’s life. In addition to being an aerobic instructor and choreographer herself, Segal also is a regular participant in the Cummings Centre’s Dance to the Rhythm classes. She had only high praise for the class. “The music is wonderful and makes you want to move,” said Segal. [...]
Falls remain the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among Canadian seniors. And falls are the main reason why older adults lose their independence. It is to everyone’s advantage to help prevent falls and take the necessary steps to improve balance and strength. All levels of people who exercise (or not) can benefit from balance [...]
An unexpected worldwide Pandemic was not going to stand in the way of the artists and artisans at the Cummings Centre from showcasing their work at this year’s art show. The annual event, with a new twist going virtual, will feature 100 works from 50 students highlighting painting and crafting produced through this year’s [...]
Get your daily tune-up With the colder months upon us, it is easy to give in to the desire to curl up with a blanket, grab a good book and stay warm. We know that staying physically active has beneficial effects on heart health, weight control, diabetes management, mental health and [...]
June is Stroke Awareness Month in Canada, a time to spread awareness of the causes and effects of stroke as well as its treatment. What is a stroke? A stroke happens when blood stops flowing to any part of your brain, damaging brain cells. The effects of a stroke [...]
“To plant a Garden is to believe in tomorrow” – Audrey HepburnThe world as we know it has come to a halt in so many ways, schools, shops and workplaces are all shuttered. We all agree it’s best to be responsible, social distance and isolate despite the personal and economic fallout. My question to myself [...]
From the Cummings Friends and Family Cooking Series Ingredients: 4-5 Matzos 1 C unsalted butter 1 C brown sugar 1 C chocolate chips 1 C toppings of your choice 1/2 tspn sea salt flakes or kosher salt Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 F Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and parchment [...]
No matter how old you are, there is a lot you can do to boost your immune system and stay strong. We have compiled a list of immune boosters: While diet is key and these seven foods top the list, getting enough exercise, sleep and reducing stress along with getting outside [...]
Find great personal satisfaction “Social isolation and loneliness are very serious problems for the elderly population,” says Marc Haligua. Marc, in his sixties, has been volunteering at the Cummings Centre for over two years and has seen first hand the difference the programs and services offered at the Cummings Centre make each [...]