Ohana Care

03/23/2026

When's the right time to start planning for aging in place? According to Sue Lantz — your late 50s or early 60s. "It's never one and done. It's a start."

🗓️ And here's a gap most people don't know about: your financial advisor may not be factoring in the real cost of home care. Episode 12 of Caring Conversations is live now.

🔗 Watch the whole episode here - https://hubs.la/Q046cr5s0

03/20/2026

Canada spends approximately $6 on institutional care for every $1 on community-based care.

📊 That's not a funding gap — it's a philosophy gap. Sue Lantz and Melissa talk about what it would actually take to change that in Episode 12 of Caring Conversations. If you believe in home care, this one's worth watching.

🔗 Watch the whole episode here - https://hubs.la/Q046cdXn0

03/18/2026

Age-defying creams. Surgeries. A whole marketplace built on the idea that aging is something to fight.

🧴 But what does all that denial actually cost us when it comes to real planning? Sue Lantz doesn't hold back in Episode 12 of Caring Conversations.

🔗 Watch the whole episode here - https://hubs.la/Q046c7xL0

03/17/2026

You don't need fancy equipment to keep your loved one's mind sharp. Sometimes all it takes is a crossword puzzle and a cup of coffee.

Word games are one of the simplest ways to support memory, focus, and connection for older adults — and they're actually fun.

We rounded up 8 of the best word games for seniors, from timeless classics like Scrabble and crosswords to modern daily favourites like Wordle and Connections.

Whether your loved one plays solo or you do them together, these are small moments that make a big difference. 🧩

🔗 Check out the full list → https://hubs.la/Q0465dzr0

03/16/2026

Retirement doesn't end your need for purpose — it just means you have to find it intentionally. 💭 "You have to seek it out a bit. There is so much on offer." — Sue Lantz

This is a clip worth sharing with someone who's approaching retirement or feeling a little lost in it. Episode 12 of Caring Conversations. 🎙️

🔗 Watch the whole episode here - https://hubs.la/Q046c4Rj0

03/11/2026

"When you're transitioning from hospital to home — that's not the time to be making these preparations." — Sue Lantz

🏥 Too many families face impossible decisions in the most exhausting moments. There's a better way. Catch Episode 12 of Caring Conversations — now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

🔗 Watch the whole episode here - https://hubs.la/Q046bZXt0

03/10/2026

"The way you arrive at having choice over the later stages of life is to step in earlier." — Sue Lantz, Collaborative Aging 💬

Most people wait until they have no choice left. Sue's work is about changing that. Watch Episode 12 of Caring Conversations for a conversation that might genuinely change how you think about aging.

🔗 Watch the whole episode here - https://hubs.la/Q046bWvg0

03/10/2026

NEW PODCAST EPISODE 🎙️
Most people don't think about home care until they're already in crisis. A fall. A hospital stay. A sudden caregiving demand.

By then, your options are already shrinking.

In Episode 12 of Caring Conversations, our General Manager Melissa Therrien, RN, sits down with Sue Lantz — aging-in-place strategist, author of Options Open, and founder of Collaborative Aging — to talk about why planning before you need help changes everything.

Sue's five-strategy framework covers health, housing, social relationships, caregiving teams, and resources — and she explains why they're all connected.
This one's for anyone thinking about the future — for yourself or for someone you love.

🎧 Watch/Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, at the link below.
👉 https://hubs.la/Q046bRbs0

Episode Summary Most people don't think about aging in place until they're already in crisis — a fall, a health scare, or a sudden caregiving demand

03/09/2026

When someone you love is living with dementia, it can be hard to know how to spend time together in a way that feels meaningful for both of you.

The truth is, it doesn't have to be complicated. A walk outside. A memory collage. Dancing in the living room to their favourite song.

We put together 16 simple, joyful activities you can try with your loved one — from cozy at-home ideas to ways to stay active and connected.

Because every shared moment matters. 💛

🔗 Read the full list → https://hubs.la/Q0465JxR0

03/02/2026

Coming home after surgery is a big moment. It's also one of the most vulnerable.

Ohana Care provides post-surgery home nursing care across BC & Alberta — RNs, LPNs, HCAs, and companions who understand what recovery actually takes.

No contracts. Care can often start within 24 to 48 hours 💙 https://hubs.la/Q044s_Ty0

02/26/2026

☀️ Today, on Seniors Care Providers Day, we want to take a moment to recognize the people who make Ohana Care what it is — you.

Every visit you make, you bring more than care. You bring consistency, connection, and compassion to people who need it most. You notice the small things: the extra fatigue, the missed meal, the moment someone just needs to be heard. That kind of attention can't be taught. It comes from genuinely caring.

Our clients and their families trust us because of you. The relationships you build, the dignity you protect, and the dedication you bring every shift... it doesn't go unnoticed.

On Seniors Care Providers Day and every day, we are deeply grateful to have you as part of our Ohana. 💙

02/24/2026

⁉️ Did you know Alberta seniors approved for AHS home care may qualify for funded hours with a provider they actually choose?

It's called the Client Directed Home Care Program (CDHCI) — and Ohana Care is an approved agency in Calgary and Edmonton.

More control. Less stress. The care your family deserves. Learn more - https://hubs.la/Q044sZSZ0

The Client Directed Home Care Program (CDHCI), launched in January 2023 through Alberta Health Services (AHS), supports clients with personal care, respite and homemaking services. Learn more today.