Volunteers make textured sleeves to comfort patients
Grey Nuns Community Hospital volunteers have made around 100 fidget sleeves to calm and comfort patients with dementia.
April 20, 2021
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Group therapy goes online
Grey Nuns hospital staff develop online group therapy programs to support mental health patients.
January 14, 2021
Building moral resilience
The importance of building moral resilience and coping strategies to deal with the distress brought on by the pandemic.
November 26, 2020
Grey Nuns trials new study to treat severe depression
Grey Nuns Community Hospital pilots new clinical trial to explore the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) therapy on individuals with seve
November 23, 2020
Navigating long-term care with Alzheimer's disease
Most people moving into a long-term care facility come from a hospital or transfer from another facility, where they've been a short period of time.
November 9, 2020
Busting myths about aging
Care of the elderly physicians discuss the facts and the myths surrounding aging and provide insight into aging well.
September 14, 2020
Breaking down mental health stigma
After her son, Tyler died by suicide, Ann Chislett became a mental health advocate to help break down stigma and build mental health knowledge.
September 10, 2020
Comfort through an apron
Volunteers sew activity aprons to provide purpose and comfort for residents with dementia at St. Therese Villa in Lethbridge.
July 6, 2020
Getting creative about staying active
Creative therapy benefits seniors' mental and physical health.
May 11, 2020
Preserving your mental wellness during a pandemic
Stuck at home during COVID? We’ve got some coping strategies.
May 7, 2020
Coping with stress during COVID-19
Tips and resources for physicians and other front-line healthcare workers coping with stress during COVID-19
May 5, 2020
Vehicle parade connects residents and families
St. Joseph's Home organized a vehicle parade to connect residents and their loved ones during COVID-19.
April 28, 2020
Staying connected
How to remain socially connected while staying physically apart during the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 16, 2020
Stressed? Meditation may help
When we are stressed we need to use tools, such as meditation, to help us find a calmer state so that we can better face life’s challenges.
April 2, 2020
Using mindfulness to deal with difficult emotions
Practicing mindfulness can help us when we are dealing with difficult emotions.
March 2, 2020
Sessions help families navigate Alzheimer’s
Villa Caritas staff and physicians developed education sessions when they noticed there were few resources to guide families impacted by dementia.
January 30, 2020
Small gestures, big impact
When you see someone struggling, it can be hard to know how to reach out. Here are some practical tips for showing others you care.
January 13, 2020
Look after your mental health at Christmas
The holidays can be hard on your mental health. Here are some tips to help you manage stress and anxiety during the Christmas season.
December 9, 2019
Sharing a moment of gratitude
Patients and staff share their gratitude on an Instagram wall in the Grey Nuns Hospital.
November 7, 2019
New approach to opioids goes provincewide
A new program to help patients with opioid use disorder is being rolled out across Alberta after being piloted at Grey Nuns Community Hospital.
November 4, 2019
