As a trusted leader in Calgary’s seniors housing market, Silvera is also a committed advocate for affordable seniors’ housing. We partner with all levels of government to ensure independent older adults have access to safe and affordable housing options, as well as the important services and supports that help them age in place. During the … Continued
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In recognition and celebration of our 60th anniversary this year, Silvera interviewed a variety of individuals to learn more about the remarkable people who make up and contribute to our organization – employees, residents, board members, donors, volunteers, and more. These individuals are true “Silvera Diamonds” – as strong and resilient as our organization over the … Continued
Studies show that people living with memory or sight loss can have difficulty distinguishing contrast. Starting with residents in Silvera’s early stage memory care program at Beaverdam, we’re introducing dinnerware with these specific challenges in mind. A well-known study from Boston University found Alzheimer’s patients using red plates consumed 24 per cent more food … Continued
Silvera recently partnered with the University of Calgary to uncover emerging promises, practices and tools that could help us improve dementia care at Silvera. “We are a dementia-friendly organization, so it’s important that we keep current about research innovations in our sector that could help improve both residents’ quality of life and employees’ ability to … Continued