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Calgary home care with heart. Creativity that connects. At Aruga Home Care, we provide more than in-home senior support.

We bring joy, connection, and comfort through creative engagement, dementia-informed care, and evidence-based practices.

03/04/2026

Dementia is more complex than many people realize.

• It is not just memory loss. It can affect language, mood, spatial awareness, and decision-making.
• Behaviour changes are often responses to confusion or overstimulation.
• Long-term memories may remain even when short-term memory declines.
• Repeated correction can increase distress. Validation is often more supportive.
• Consistent routines and meaningful creative engagement can reduce anxiety and improve quality of life.

Understanding dementia changes how we show up.

Creative engagement such as music, storytelling, visual arts, and guided conversation can help preserve identity, stimulate cognitive pathways, and maintain connection even as abilities shift.

If you are supporting a loved one living with dementia, you do not have to navigate it alone.

Learn more about our specialized dementia supports and how we help preserve dignity, identity, and connection.

📍 arugahomecare.ca
📞 403.648.4000

03/03/2026

Mobility support is not about intense exercise.
It is about maintaining strength, circulation, and confidence in daily life.

Even gentle, supported movement can:
• Improve balance and reduce fall risk
• Decrease stiffness and joint pain
• Support circulation and heart health
• Maintain muscle strength
• Boost mood and cognitive function
• Preserve independence longer

This might look like:
A short walk.
Guided stretching.
Seated movement.
Practicing safe transfers.

Consistent, safe movement helps the body and brain stay engaged.
Because mobility is not just physical. It directly affects dignity, autonomy, and quality of life.

Learn more about our Companion Care Services: arugahomecare.ca/companion-care

02/27/2026

Did you know you may qualify for government funded home care?

Aruga is an authorized provider through Alberta’s Client Directed Home Care Invoicing (CDHCI) program, an initiative that gives eligible families more flexibility while accessing quality in home care.

What is CDHCI?
It is a program through Alberta Health Services that allows clients to choose a home care provider like Aruga and receive reimbursement for approved services. This means you can access compassionate, creative, and personalized care without carrying the full financial burden on your own.

Why families choose CDHCI with Aruga:
✔ Approved by Alberta Health Services
✔ Keeps care personal and flexible
✔ Supports aging in place
✔ Access to Aruga’s creative engagement and dementia care expertise

Have questions or want to know if you are eligible?

We are here to help with clear information and supportive guidance so you can make the right decision for your family.

Learn more at arugahomecare.ca or contact us at 403.648.4000

02/24/2026

Connection is at the heart of everything we do.

In shared moments. In stories. Through art. In everyday experiences that bring meaning, comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging.

Because connection doesn’t just support well-being—it actively shapes how each day is felt and lived.

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02/20/2026

Meet Cindy Bond, our new Manager of Family Care and Engagement

At Aruga Home Care, we understand that dementia care is both deeply personal and complex. We are so pleased to welcome Cindy to our team, strengthening the support we provide to families navigating dementia.

With over 40 years of experience in social services, including more than 13 years dedicated to dementia care, Cindy brings deep knowledge, compassion, and a strong commitment to supporting families.

She will work closely with families to provide guidance, education, and practical support, helping them navigate the complexities of dementia care with greater clarity and confidence. As she steps into this new role, Cindy will help shape and grow Aruga’s family support programs, lead education for both families and staff, and strengthen connections within the Calgary community.

Her work is grounded in Aruga’s core values: competency, creativity, compassion, and connection. Through person-centred care and a focus on creative engagement, Cindy helps ensure families feel supported, understood, and less alone.

Welcome to the team, Cindy!

02/18/2026

Staying active is key to aging well—but even independent seniors benefit from a little help.

Whether it’s a brisk walk, a run, a trip to the park, or just getting out for errands, our companionship and respite services help older adults keep moving, stay engaged, and enjoy life to the fullest.

Support isn’t just for those who slow down—it’s for those who want to keep going.

🧡 Learn more at arugahomecare.ca

02/10/2026

We’re deeply grateful to families like Brenda’s who trust us to walk alongside them in their care journey.

Her kind words remind us why we do what we do: to bring warmth, joy, and meaningful connection to every day.

From quiet walks through Fish Creek Park to shared laughter over coffee, it’s the little moments that make the biggest difference.

Thank you, Brenda, for sharing your experience. It’s an honour to care for your family. . .  DementiaSupport CreativeAging MeaningfulMoments CalgaryCaregivers AgingWithDignity HomeCareYYC YYCLife SupportForSeniors SeniorWellness CalgaryCommunity

02/06/2026

Ali has been spending meaningful time in the Philippines, reconnecting with his mother and deepening ties with community. Family, culture, and connection continue to shape the care and values at the heart of Aruga. 💜

02/05/2026

Music has a unique way of lifting spirits, inviting movement, and creating connection. For many seniors, it can spark joy, encourage expression, and bring a sense of familiarity and comfort into everyday moments.

At Aruga, creative engagement is about supporting well-being through experiences that feel natural and meaningful. Music allows us to connect in ways that are gentle, joyful, and deeply human.

These moments don’t need to be planned or perfect.
Sometimes they’re as simple as a favourite song.

Learn more about our creative engagement services: arugahomecare.ca/creative-engagement
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02/04/2026

If you’re feeling unsure about next steps in supporting an aging parent or loved one, you’re not alone.

Many caregivers come to us feeling overwhelmed, carrying questions, concerns, and a deep desire to do the right thing. A free consultation is simply a space to talk it through.

This conversation is for you.
To ask questions.
To share what’s been worrying you.
To understand what support could look like.

At Aruga, we listen first. We take the time to understand your family, your priorities, and what matters most, so any guidance feels thoughtful, clear, and grounded in care.

There’s no pressure to decide anything.
Just a calm, supportive place to begin.

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02/03/2026

Every family’s care journey is different.

At Aruga, care starts with relationships.
With slowing down.
With learning who someone is, not just what they need help with.

We take time to understand routines, preferences, stories, and what brings a sense of calm or joy. From there, care becomes personal, consistent, and deeply respectful.

Our approach is shaped by compassion, creativity, and trust.
Because supporting someone at home is not just about tasks.
It’s about preserving dignity, connection, and a feeling of safety.

We also know that families are carrying a lot. Questions. Emotions. Decisions that don’t come with a manual. We’re here for you too, offering steady support and guidance along the way.

Care should feel human.
It should feel gentle.
It should feel like someone truly sees your loved one.

If you’re exploring care options or simply need a conversation, we’re here.
arugahomecare.ca

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#300, 340 Midpark Way SE
Calgary, AB
T2X1P1

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http://www.arugahomecare.ca/

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