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                                        In Case You Missed It:Dementia:
 A Human Experience
 Optima Living TV Episode
                                            #12
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                                    | Join us for an insightful discussion on
                                      dementia featuring three unique
                                      perspectives. 
 Allison Schindler, Regional Director of
                                      Memory Care, Lifestyles & Programs,
                                      shares her expertise in providing
                                      specialized care for individuals with
                                      dementia.
 
 Gail Jennings bravely shares her
                                      personal experience as a family member
                                      of someone living with dementia,
                                      offering a unique perspective on the
                                      challenges and triumphs faced by
                                      families.
 
 Dr. Adrian Wagg, Alberta Health Services
                                      Chair in Healthy Ageing at the
                                      University of Alberta, provides valuable
                                      insights into the medical aspects of
                                      dementia and healthy ageing.
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                                                Stampede Brunch
We rang in the Calgary Stampede
                                              the western way, with a pancake
                                              brunch and some two-steppin'!
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                                    | For National Indigenous History
                                      Month and National Indigenous Peoples
                                      Day, The Edward had an amazing
                                      performance by the 4 Winds dance troupe.
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                                          The month of August:
                                          
                                            
                                              The Optima Living Food Bank
                                                Day Challenge
                                              
                                                
                                                  Get ready to make a
                                                  difference in a big way with
                                                  Optima Living’s annual Food
                                                  Bank Day Challenge!
                                                
                                                  Bring your donation to the
                                                  Edward any day in
                                                  August.
                                                
                                                  Learn more here.
                                                 
                                        There are always activities happening at
                                      The Edward. Click to see our calendar of
                                      upcoming events!
                                          August 18th, 1:00 - 3:00 PM:
                                          
                                            
                                              The second annual Car
                                                Show
                                              
                                                
                                                  Enjoy a performance from JT
                                                  Band, who show no bounds
                                                  when it comes down to
                                                  musical versatility.
                                                
                                                  Don't forget a donation for
                                                  the Calgary Food
                                                  Bank! 
                                          September 14th, 1:00 - 4:00 PM:
                                          
                                            
                                              Open House
                                              
                                                
                                                  Come join us for snacks,
                                                  activities, and personal
                                                  tours at The Edward!
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                                        The Second Annual Car Show
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                                        Golden Pursuits:The Power of Hobbies in Senior
                                          Living
 Episode #13
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                                    | In this heartwarming episode, we dive
                                        into the vibrant world of hobbies and
                                        their profound impact on seniors. The
                                        episode delves into the lives of
                                        several seniors who have found joy,
                                        purpose, and vitality through their
                                        passions. 
 Through inspiring stories and expert
                                        insights, "Golden Pursuits" encourages
                                        viewers of all ages to recognize the
                                        importance of hobbies in fostering a
                                        fulfilling and vibrant life, no matter
                                        what stage of life one may be in.
 
 Subscribe to watch the episode when it
                                        releases on October 4th!
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                                    | Visit our website for more information or book a
                                        tour to see our show suites today.
                                        Click HERE for our one-bedroom suite
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