Plants help clean the air, are relaxing to look at, and provide us with tasty food to eat. But how can you garden if you no longer have a backyard? Fortunately, at Normandy Living, there are several ways you can indulge your love of plants! Here’s how to have a green thumb in a senior living retirement community.

July 1 is Canada Day, and we at Normandy Living can’t wait to celebrate! There are plenty of Canada Day activities right here in the Yukon, so it’s time to start making your plans. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate Canada Day in the Yukon. 

One of the best things about moving to an independent living community is the opportunity to socialize with other seniors. Here at Normandy Living, we offer a full array of social and recreational activities in keeping with our mission to help our residents enjoy a vibrant life.

So what kind of activities can you expect? Check out these examples of social activities to experience at Normandy Living!

Rainy days sometimes feel dreary. You don’t want to get soaked outside, and slippery surfaces can be hazardous. But rainy days don’t have to be dull or depressing. You’ll enjoy them much more if you have a plan to fall back on. Keep these six rainy activity ideas handy so your next rainy day will be a blast!

One of the best things about living in the Yukon is the incredible natural scenery. We’re surrounded by gorgeous lakes, breathtaking mountains, incredible glaciers, phenomenal forests, and dazzling snowscapes. So why not get outside and capture the Yukon’s natural beauty for yourself?

Grab the camera! Here are six stunning naturescapes to experience through a lens.

Mother’s Day falls on May 14 this year, but don’t worry if you haven’t already settled your plans. The Yukon offers plenty to do for Mother’s Day.

Need some ideas? No problem! Celebrate Mother’s Day in the Yukon with these five activities.

Summer will be here before you know it, so it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to spend all those warm, sunny days. Need a few suggestions? Here are eight hobbies you’ll love to pick up this summer. 

Change is a natural part of getting older. We may retire, move, gain or lose friends and family members, develop health conditions, and struggle with loneliness. Although change is inevitable, having the right tools helps us live vibrantly and continue to enjoy happy, fulfilling lives.

Social and recreational therapy is one of the best tools to have in your toolbox. Here’s what you should know about social and recreational therapy.

Spring is just around the corner, and you can’t wait to start gardening. Fortunately, you don’t have to! Get ready for gardening now by growing seedlings you can transplant later. Here are nine seeds you should start indoors.

March is a great time to live in the Yukon. There’s so much going on! Need some suggestions for activities? Here are 7 stimulating things to do in the Yukon in March.

Keeping our minds sharp becomes a big priority as we get older. Fortunately, there are plenty of fun ways to exercise your mind. Here are some great brain games and puzzles that seniors love to keep your mind sharp!

Each year in February, Yukoners gather for the Rendezvous. If you’ve never attended, you’re in for a treat! Learn all about the history of the Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous, why it draws visitors from all over Canada and beyond, and how you can join in the fun!

Feeling lonely? It’s time to reach out and invite someone over. Whether you’d like to see friends and family or foster a new relationship, inviting guests to visit helps you feel happier and chases the loneliness away.

Need a little help getting started? Here are five reasons to invite guests for a visit, and #4 is brilliant!