The key to improving your quality of life in your senior years is implementing beneficial habits that will help you maintain a happy & healthy lifestyle as you age. Read on to learn more about what you can incorporate into your daily routine to improve your quality of life in your senior years! Stay Social As we age, we often spend more time alone. It’s important to make time in your schedule for maintaining social connections with loved ones & friends. OSCR’s Healthy Living Programs offers a wide array of social programing and activities. Participating in these programs gives you a chance to make beneficial social bonds with fellow residents and creates a sense of belonging. Staying social as we age is important for both emotional wellbeing and cognitive health and will lead to an increased quality of life. Keep Fit & Active Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining your strength, mobility, and balance as you age. Keeping active and fit will improve your quality of life by improving your physical health- OSCR offers regular fitness classes as well as group physiotherapy led by Lifemark instructors to help you live a healthier life. Eat a Balanced Diet Eating well on a regular basis plays a big role in your quality of life. OSCR’s Food Services department follows Canada’s Food Guide to ensure the meals served in our dining room are both nutritious and delicious. A diet rich in whole grains, healthy fats, lean proteins, and fresh fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of certain health problems, as well as boost immunity and strengthen your body. Rest & Relax Taking the time to relax during the day can reduce stress and improve your overall wellbeing. Listening to soft music, reading a book, or meditating can help calm the mind and promote relaxation. Getting enough quality sleep during the night is an important factor in maintaining good health as we age. Keep to a consistent sleep schedule and try to get between seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Rest and relaxation play a big part when it comes to your general health and energy levels- incorporating a good routine for both will lead to a better quality of life. Go For Regular Check-ups As we age, it’s important to have regular check-ups with your healthcare providers. Just like a car, humans need to have any concerns or issues looked at. From your vision to your teeth, to your hearing and your general overall health- it’s important to visit your healthcare professionals regularly to prevent any issues from affecting your quality of life. Try implementing the habits above and see how they can increase your mood, outlook, and improve your quality of life!

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Each April, Volunteer Week is celebrated in Canada. This is a week to honour and recognize volunteers across the country who selflessly donate their time and skills to make a difference in the lives of others. National Volunteer Week 2025 is the week of April 27 th - May 3 rd . This year, the theme of Volunteer Week is “Volunteers Make Waves”. This theme highlights the impact and importance of volunteer efforts across Canada. Just like a wave, volunteering is movement building. Together, volunteers create ripples of change. Each and every volunteer creates a momentum and inspires a wave of inspiration. Volunteers play a big part in the OSCR community- from serving clients and tenants in OSCaR’s Place, to leading some of the activities in the Healthy Living Programs, their efforts make a big difference in the lives of OSCR residents each and every day. The generous contributions of volunteers make a positive impact on our community; OSCR is grateful for the time and efforts our volunteers provide our organization. We are so fortunate to have caring volunteers- they are the cornerstone of our ability to offer a wide variety of programs and activities. We’re extremely grateful for their dedication and commitment to OSCR. Thank you to all of our volunteers- Happy National Volunteer Week! 

Oakville Senior Citizens Residence (OSCR) is located in beautiful Bronte Village, Oakville. Bronte is a safe, walkable neighbourhood located along the shoreline of Lake Ontario. This quaint waterfront community is an inviting place for seniors, as it is a quiet area with an abundance of green space and parks, as well as a variety of nearby amenities. Shops and restaurants in Bronte Village are easily accessed on foot from our doorstep. The main stretch is dotted with many shops, services, and restaurants. You’ll find a number of cafes, banks, and boutiques only steps away. Oakville Transit routes connect Bronte Village to the greater Oakville area- a bus stop is conveniently located at the end of OSCR’s main driveway. Situated a few blocks from OSCR, the Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park is home to many events and activities throughout the year, with their popular summer concert series featuring the Oakville Wind Orchestra drawing many patrons to the park. Residents and visitors also look forward to the annual Art in the Park fair, which brings artists, vendors, and art enthusiasts to the waterfront each August. There’s always something to see and do at the Bronte waterfront. Our residents love living amongst the natural beauty in picturesque Bronte in Oakville, with the harbour, the shores of Lake Ontario, shopping, and dining all within walking distance. OSCR clients enjoy living in the well-maintained, safe, and bustling community of Bronte Village – we are lucky to call it home!

Passover is a Jewish celebration that takes place in the springtime, commemorating the deliverance from slavery in Egypt thousands of years ago. The dates of Passover change each year, as they are based on the Hebrew calendar. The celebration usually lasts for eight days, which represent the number of days the Israelites were chased by the Pharoah’s army upon leaving Egypt. This year, the first day falls on April 12 th . On the first night of Passover, the Seder is held. This is a special family meal where foods of symbolic significance are eaten, and prayers and recitations are read. The most important food that is eaten during Passover is matzo, which is an unleavened bread made only of flour and water. Matzo is significant because it symbolizes the bread that Israelites fled Egypt with, as they didn’t have time to let it rise. Apples, nuts, honey, and wine are also consumed during Passover. The Seder meal is preceded by prayers and readings the Haggadah, a book that narrates the events surrounding the exodus, so that each generation can learn and remember the history that is very significant to Jewish life.  Chag Pesach Sameach- Happy Passover!

Public Health Ontario has declared the outbreak at OSCR to be over effective April 4, 2025

Moving to a seniors residence can be a big change from your previous living arrangement. Focus on creating a daily routine, becoming familiar with your new surroundings, and meeting your neighbours to ensure a smooth transition. Making the move to senior living brings many advantages- from increased safety, social interaction, and access to services & amenities- residing at OSCR offers many positive benefits to help you live your life to the fullest! Establish Your Daily Routine Life at OSCR provides you with the freedom from household maintenance and preparing meals; this frees up more time in your day for hobbies and interests. When you move in, take note of the dining times, as well as your scheduled homemaking and laundry days. Outside of these service times, your schedule is wide open to fill it as you please. Find a daily routine that works for you- this will help you feel settled and at home. Enjoy the Programs & Amenities There are numerous Healthy Living Programs scheduled daily for you to participate in. Be sure to check out the weekly calendar that is posted on each floor, as well as on the OSCR TV Cogeco channel. Participating in programs is a great way to meet other residents with common interests. We also have a wide range of amenities on-site; there is a salon, pharmacy, tuck shop, fitness room, and library all located inside OSCR for your convenience and enjoyment. Get to Know Your Fellow Residents When you move to a new home, it’s always nice to introduce yourself to your neighbours. Meeting new people, and getting to know them better, is a great way to feel engaged with your community. Dining times provide a formal opportunity to get to know your tablemates, and the Healthy Living Programs are a great way to meet other residents with similar interests. There’s no age limit to making new friends- take the time to get to know your peers at OSCR. Become Familiar with Your New Neighbourhood OSCR is located in Oakville’s peaceful, picturesque Bronte Village neighbourhood. Lake Ontario, as well as many shops and restaurants, are only steps away. You will find everything that you need, while surrounded by nature. Take time to familiarize yourself with the neighbourhood- this will help you feel at ease, and part of your new community. Settling into senior living is easy and enjoyable - we hope life at OSCR feels like home!

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The 1950s was a decade marked by the post-war boom, the rise of the civil rights movement, and the influence of pop culture icons. While the nostalgia of this decade conjures up images of jukeboxes, poodle skirts, and rock and roll stars- it was also a time that was shaped by significant social and cultural shifts. Read on to take a walk down memory lane! The Postwar Boom After World War II ended, people felt confident that the future promised peace and prosperity. The economy was booming, with low rates of unemployment and inflation, and high wages. The middle-class had money to spend- new cars, suburban homes, and an increased variety of consumer goods were readily available for purchase. Families were growing faster than ever before, with millions of “baby boomers” added to the population during the 1950s. The economic growth during this decade meant that families could enjoy a higher standard of living with more money to spend on fashion and leisure than ever before. Evolution of the Civil Rights Movement During the 1950s, a growing number of people spoke out against the inequality and injustice African Americans experienced. This decade brought forth a stand against racism and segregation faced by the black community, which resulted in changes to laws and set the stage for significant advancements in the fight for equal rights. Pop Culture Icons This decade is known for the legendary sounds of Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and Buddy Holly. The rock and roll genre exploded onto the airwaves and swept the nation. During the 1950s, home television sets grew in popularity. This decade brought us family friendly TV programs such as Leave It To Beaver, I Love Lucy, and The Ed Sullivan Show. People flocked to movie theatres to see Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, and Marlon Brando on the big screen. Ben Hur and Rebel Without A Cause were just two of the numerous silver screen box office hits that were popular during this decade. Fashion & Trends The 1950s ushered in new fashion trends, with women wearing poodle skirts, bobby socks, and saddle shoes. Leather jackets, cuffed jeans, and slicked hair was the style of choice for young men who wanted to emulate their favourite rock and roll singers. These fashion trends were on full display amongst teenagers at the malt shops and sock hops. We hope you’ve enjoyed this trip down memory lane as we looked back on the 1950s!