Cartwright Cares

12/04/2025

Christmas Angels is in full swing!
There is still time to nominate a senior to become a Christmas Angel by clicking this link https://forms.gle/xWks17XeR2S4P1km9

Questions? Call, text or email Taryn at (780) 991-2729 or taryn@cartwrightcares.ca

11/30/2025

I wanted to create a post to acknowledge the wonderful staff we have working at Cartwright Cares.

Our staff work to provide care and ensure seniors in our community have access to the resources they need. It is hard work that can take a large emotional toll.

This time of year comes with its unique challenges including working with individuals who have changing health needs and supporting end of life care.

We cannot say “thank you” enough. 💙

11/26/2025

There’s still time to apply for Christmas Hampers. ✨

• Food: Municipality of Crowsnest Pass - Kim Lewis, 403-563-2207, MDM Municipal Office
• Toys: Family Resource Centre, 403-562-8000
Residents only. Deadline: December 8. Please pass it on.

11/25/2025

We are so excited to be doing Christmas Angels again this year- please check out the information below!

To nominate a senior to receive a gift, click this link and fill out the form by December 5th: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePQEU934GDFizKE4Pyf965WWXVh37oEJeHJmfqL4wfLVJEgQ/viewform

If you have any questions, or would like to volunteer to deliver gifts, text or call Taryn at 1 (780) 991-2729.

11/17/2025

Where will you live when you retire? 🤔

Even if you’re not currently planning a move, it's a good idea to think about what your housing needs will be in the future.

Learn more about housing options for older adults: https://www.canada.ca/en/financial-consumer-agency/services/retirement-planning/cost-seniors-housing.html

11/11/2025

11/06/2025

The ghouls are still out! And they’re enjoying a book and tasty apple fritter from Grandma NumNum’s in our office ☕️🥐

We have fun at CC Pals 😂

10/31/2025

From all of us at Cartwright Cares, we’re wishing our wonderful clients, families, and community a safe and happy Halloween. 🍬
Thank you for letting us be part of your lives — we hope today brings a few treats and lots of smiles!

10/25/2025

10/18/2025

Grief is an expected response when someone loses a loved one. But love takes on many forms and because of this, grief takes on many forms.Sometimes, grief belongs to the professionals—the palliative care nurses, the social workers, the funeral directors, and the long-term caregivers who walk besid...

10/18/2025

Saturday, October 18th is Alberta Health Care Aide day.

We are so incredibly grateful for the HCAs that are a part of our team. Each person brings such amazing strengths and passion for caregiving that is unmatched.

My mom was a HCA (shout out to Colleen Desaunoy), and I was lucky to learn at a young age about working in health care. However, it is not all sunshine and roses. It would be silly to not acknowledge all the many hurdles HCAs overcome on a day-to-day basis. Many work incredibly long hours providing life sustaining care, often taking a toll on physical and mental health.

HCAs are often the first people our loved ones see in the morning, and the last they see before they lay their heads down at night. They do the work that many of us cannot fathom doing. They take pride in their work, and take time to make a difference in someone's life. They see us in some of our lowest moments, and give selflessly to help. HCAs are amazing to say the least.

So, on a day dedicated to HCAs, "thank you" does not feel like enough. Instead, I want to open this post up to hear from HCAs and those who appreciate them by asking you:

1. If you are not a HCA, please share your thoughts/thank-yous/experiences with HCAs.
2. If you ARE a HCA, please tell us something about you (ideas may include: what you love about being a HCA, something you've overcome, or something you wish for).