Virtual Care Partner Support
Welcome to the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region Virtual Care Partner Support Page. Here you can explore some activities for taking care of yourself, online programs and resources to help you navigate your care partner journey.
Some daily activities courtesy of Activity Connection and Golden Carers.
Activities May 12th- May 18th
- Monday
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Today in History
1965- International Nurses Day is first celebrated. International Nurses Day is celebrated annually on May 12th to honour and appreciate the contributions of nurses worldwide. The day marks the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Established by the International Council of Nurses (ICN), International Nurses Day recognizes the dedication, compassion, and professionalism of nurses who provide essential healthcare services to individuals and communities globally. It serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about the crucial role nurses play in promoting health, preventing illness, and delivering quality care, especially in times of crisis.
Born this Day
Katharine Hepburn (born on May 12, 1907) was an iconic American actress known for her fierce independence, intelligence, and strong-willed characters. She starred in numerous classic films, including "The Philadelphia Story," "Bringing Up Baby," and "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner." Hepburn won four Academy Awards for Best Actress, a record that still stands today, and she remains one of the greatest actresses in Hollywood history.
Emilio Estevez (born May 12, 1962) is an American actor, director, and writer, best known for his roles in '80s films such as "The Breakfast Club," "St. Elmo's Fire," and "Young Guns." He is part of the Estevez acting family, which includes his father Martin Sheen and brother Charlie Sheen. Estevez has also directed and written several films, including "Bobby" and "The Way."
Tony Hawk (born on May 12, 1968) is an American professional skateboarder, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest skateboarders of all time, known for his pioneering tricks and influence on the sport. Hawk achieved mainstream fame with his successful line of video games, "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater," and he continues to be involved in skateboarding culture through various ventures and charitable efforts.
Quote of the Day
Humour of the Day
Music of the Day
The Beach Boys - Good Vibrations https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eab_beh07HU
Luke Bryan - Play It Again https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALV-QtDFpSw
Various artists - While My Guitar Gently Weeps https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SFNW5F8K9Y
Wellness of the Day
15 Min. Full Body Stretch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_tea8ZNk5A
EASY 5 Minute Lunch Recipes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePdr4pgvpD8
Take 5 for Self-care
Five-Minute Stretches: There are plenty of stretches you can do to help maintain flexibility and prevent sore muscles, so take five minutes to stand up and stretch in your day.
- Tuesday
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Today in History
1950 - First ever Formula One World Championship race. The event was held at Silverstone Circuit in England. This marked the beginning of what would become one of the most popular and prestigious motorsport competitions in the world. The race was won by Italian driver Giuseppe Farina, driving for Alfa Romeo. The event brought together top drivers and teams from around the world and laid the foundation for decades of thrilling Grand Prix racing, technological innovation, and global fandom.
Born this Day
Stevland Hardaway Morris (born on May 13, 1950), known professionally as Stevie Wonder, is an American singer-songwriter and musician, who is credited as a pioneer and influence by musicians across a range of genres that includes rhythm and blues, pop, soul, gospel, funk, and jazz. A virtual one-man band, his use of synthesizers and other electronic musical instruments during the 1970s reshaped the conventions of R&B.
Dennis Keith Rodman (born on May 13, 1961) is an American former professional basketball player and unofficial US Peace Ambassador to North Korea. Nicknamed "the Worm", he is known for his fierce defensive and rebounding abilities. Rodman played for the Detroit Pistons, San Antonio Spurs, Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles Lakers, and Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association.
Richard Steven Valenzuela (born on May 13, 1941), known professionally as Ritchie Valens, was an American guitarist, singer and songwriter. A rock and roll pioneer and a forefather of the Chicano rock movement, Valens was killed in a plane crash eight months into his music career.
Quote of the Day
Humour of the Day
Music of the Day
Josh Turner - Why Don't We Just Dance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH1Z9DEDqpk
Steve Winwood - Higher Love https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9olaIio3l8
Josh Groban - Angels https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPlnmfklP68
Wellness of the Day
1 Mile Happy Walk at Home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njeZ29umqVE
What is Clean Eating: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQ-6oSOW6vY
Take 5 for Self-care
Quick Foot Soak: Give your feet a rest with a five-minute foot soak in the tub or a water basin. Soaking in bath salts is an excellent way to take some time to yourself, relax, and ease tired feet.
- Wednesday
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Today in History
1998 - The last episode of the television situation comedy Seinfeld aired; ostensibly a show about nothing, it was a landmark of American popular culture. Seinfeld is a sitcom television series created by Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld. It aired on NBC from July 5, 1989, to May 14, 1998, over nine seasons and 180 episodes. It stars Seinfeld as a fictionalized version of himself and focuses on his personal life with three of his friends: best friend George Costanza (Jason Alexander), former girlfriend Elaine Benes (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), and his neighbor from across the hall, Cosmo Kramer (Michael Richards).
Born this Day
Mark Elliot Zuckerberg (born on May 14, 1984) is an American media magnate, internet entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He is known for co-founding the social media website Facebook and its parent company Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook, Inc.), of which he is the chairman, chief executive officer, and controlling shareholder.
Catherine Elise Blanchett (born on May 14, 1969) is an Australian actor[a] and producer. Regarded as one of the best actresses of her generation, she is known for her versatile work across independent films, blockbusters, and the stage. Blanchett is the recipient of numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, three British Academy Film Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards.
Timothy Simon Roth (born on May 14, 1961) is an English actor. He began acting on films and television series in the 1980s. He was among a group of prominent British actors of the era, the "Brit Pack". He gained more attention for his role on films, including The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover, Vincent & Theo, and Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead. Roth collaborated with Quentin Tarantino on several films, such as Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, Four Rooms and The Hateful Eight.
Quote of the Day
Humour of the Day
Music of the Day
Can’t Stop that Feeling - Justin Timberlake https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUdeIFQtDYU
The Beatles - Come Together https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45cYwDMibGo
The Cranberries - Linger https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4gMy3y5foQ
Wellness of the Day
GREAT 20 minute exercise workout for Beginners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aHK2sgjBCM
10 WONDERFUL RECYCLE DIY CRAFTS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HkHEJEzMKwc
Take 5 for Self-care
Breathing Exercises: Like stretching, doing a few simple breathing exercises or taking a few long, deep breaths can help ease tension and give you some down time.
- Thursday
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Today in History
1928 - The opening of the first Mickey Mouse cartoon to feature sound: Plane Crazy. While Steamboat Willie (released in November 1928) is widely credited as the first Mickey Mouse cartoon with synchronized sound, Plane Crazy actually premiered silently on May 15, 1928, as Mickey’s first-ever cartoon created, even before Steamboat Willie. It featured Mickey trying to emulate Charles Lindbergh and fly a plane, leading to classic slapstick chaos.
Born this Day
Tenzing Norgay (born on May 15, 1914), born Namgyal Wangdi, and also referred to as Sherpa Tenzing, was a Nepali-Indian Sherpa mountaineer. He was one of the first two people known to reach the summit of Mount Everest, which he accomplished with Edmund Hillary on 29 May 1953. Time named Norgay one of the 100 most influential people of the 20th century.
Jamie-Lynn Sigler (born on May 15, 1981) is an American actress and singer. She is best known for her role as Meadow Soprano on the HBO series The Sopranos.
Sir Andrew Barron Murray (born on May 15, 1987) is a British professional tennis player from Scotland. He was ranked world No. 1 by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) for 41 weeks and finished as the year-end No. 1 in 2016. He has won three Grand Slam singles titles, two at Wimbledon (2013 and 2016) and one at the US Open (2012) and has reached eleven major finals.
Quote of the Day
Humour of the Day
Music of the Day
Journey – Don’t Stop Believing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1k8craCGpgs
Miley Cyrus - The Climb https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG2zyeVRcbs
Chris Stapleton - Tennessee Whiskey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zAThXFOy2c
Wellness of the Day
30 Min Senior Workout Routines - Standing & Seated https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASXGYu7IFxE
Hand Exercises https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_Ug9C9BMus
Take 5 for Self-care
Call an Old Friend: With social media and all the communication technology available today, some people rarely make a phone call to catch up with an old friend.
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Friday
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Today in History
1965 - The debut of the original "Spaghetti-O's" in the United States. This iconic canned pasta product, created by the Campbell Soup Company under the Franco-American brand, was marketed as a convenient, kid-friendly meal with the catchy slogan: “Uh-oh, SpaghettiOs!” Its circular pasta shapes and tomato sauce quickly became a staple in American households and pop culture.
Born this Day
Megan Fox (born on May 16, 1986) is an American actress and model who rose to fame with her breakout role in Transformers (2007), where she played Mikaela Banes. In addition to her film work, Fox has appeared in various television shows.
Janet Jackson (born on May 16, 1966) is a American singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer, and a key figure in pop and R&B music. She is the youngest member of the Jackson family and has built an incredibly successful solo career, with hits like Rhythm Nation, Nasty, and Together Again.
Pierce Brosnan (born on May 16, 1953) is an Irish actor and producer best known for portraying James Bond in four films from GoldenEye(1995) to Die Another Day (2002). Beyond Bond, he has had a diverse acting career, starring in films like The Thomas Crown Affair, Mamma Mia!, and The Matador.
Quote of the Day
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Humour of the Day
Music of the Day
Morgan Wallen - More Than My Hometown https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9myt3qKHkY
Elton John - Rocket Man https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtVBCG6ThDk
You Are My Sunshine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TUzB2fBUpY
Wellness of the Day
30 minute fat burning home workout for beginners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gC_L9qAHVJ8
Improve your Balance in 5 minutes! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujoD1l4fnP4
Take 5 for Self-care
Drink a Glass of Water: Hydration is important whether you are at work, home, or school. Most people don't realize that they aren't drinking enough water. The standard goal is to aim for 64 ounces of water a day. Take five minutes to make sure you get in another eight ounces today.
- Saturday
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Today in History
2009 - The first ever Eurovision Song Contest win for Norway's Alexander Rybak with his song "Fairytale." Held in Moscow, Russia, the 2009 Eurovision final saw Rybak set a new record for the highest number of points ever received at the time, 387 points. His performance, featuring energetic fiddle-playing and an upbeat blend of folk and pop, became a viral sensation across Europe.
Born this Day
Dennis Hopper (born on May 17, 1936) was an American actor, filmmaker, and artist known for his intense, unconventional roles and influential work in the 1960s counterculture movement. Hopper gained fame for directing and starring in the groundbreaking film Easy Rider (1969). Throughout his career, he appeared in numerous acclaimed films including Apocalypse Now, Blue Velvet, and Speed, and was also an accomplished photographer and painter.
Enya, (born Eithne Pádraigín Ní Bhraonáin on May 17, 1961), is an Irish singer, songwriter, and musician known for her multi-layered sound. She rose to global fame with albums like Watermark and Shepherd Moons, and her hit song “Orinoco Flow” became an international success, with over 80 million records sold worldwide.
Tahj Mowry (born on May 17, 1986) is an American actor and singer . He is best known for his role as the child prodigy T.J. Henderson in the popular 1990s sitcom Smart Guy. As the younger brother of twin actresses Tia and Tamera Mowry, Tahj built a successful career as a child actor, with appearances on shows like Full House and Kim Possible.
Quote of the Day
Humour of the Day
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Music of the Day
Love You Like A Love Song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhGior4O2eM
Fleetwood Mac - Gypsy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwgg1Pu6cNg
Stevie Nicks - Stop Draggin' My Heart Around https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5i7j0VhEHw\
Wellness of the Day
JustDance Light for Seniors with Paula Bickford https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BH2ec1w-9Q
9 Calming and Healthy Tea Recipes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-m7jvm4mfw
Take 5 for Self-care
Make Breakfast for Yourself: Some believe that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Make something you've never tried before or that you normally wouldn't eat because you don't have time. You can make eggs and toast in about five minutes.
- Sunday
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Today in History
1808 - The first performance of Beethoven's “Symphony No. 5” which took place in Vienna. This iconic symphony, one of the most famous classical pieces in history, was premiered in a concert that also featured other works by Beethoven, including his “Symphony No. 6” and the “Piano Concerto No. 4.” The concert was held at the Theater an der Wien, and though the performance was not well-received at the time due to poor acoustics and a lack of rehearsal time, “Symphony No. 5” would go on to become one of the most recognizable and influential works in Western music.
Born this Day
Tina Fey (born on May 18, 1970) is an American comedian, writer, actress, and producer best known for her work in comedy. She rose to fame as a head writer and performer on Saturday Night Live, where her impersonations became iconic. Fey later created and starred in the hit sitcom 30 Rock, which won numerous awards. She's also known for writing the film Mean Girls.
Chow Yun-Fat (born on May 18, 1955) is a Hong Kong actor known for for his charismatic screen presence and versatility. Born on May 18, 1955, he became a major star through action films like A Better Tomorrow and The Killer, directed by John Woo. He gained international fame with roles in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End.
Jack Johnson (born on May 18, 1975) is an American singer-songwriter, filmmaker, and former professional surfer. He’s best known for his laid-back acoustic style and hit songs like Better Together, Banana Pancakes, and Upside Down. Johnson’s music often reflects themes of nature, love, and environmental consciousness. Beyond music, he’s active in environmental causes and founded the Kokua Hawaii Foundation to support sustainability in schools and communities.
Quote of the Day
Humour of the Day
Music of the Day
Adele - Easy On Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffcitRgiNDs
Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey - When You Believe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKaXY4IdZ40
Tim McGraw - Humble And Kind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awzNHuGqoMc
Wellness of the Day
30 Minute Yoga For Beginners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB3Y-4a3ZrU
10-Minute Daily Meditation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7d5Plai03g
Take 5 for Self-care
Take a Five-Minute Nap: There's a lot to be said for the power nap. Even a five-minute nap can be refreshing and provide an excellent opportunity to get some alone time.
Exercise Waiver
We ask that you make sure when you participate virtually in exercise programs you take care to create a place that is clutter-free and safe for you. Make sure you have proper footwear and the area is clear. Because physical exercise can be strenuous and may cause risk of injury, we urge you to obtain a physical examination from a doctor before participating in any exercise activities and participate only as much as you feel comfortable. These online exercises are intended to encourage you to gently move your body – so don’t push yourself beyond what feels okay. Participating in exercise activities included in the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region's activity site is done entirely at your own risk.
Resources
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Advanced Care Planning
Community Resources
- Grocery Delivery - CSSN
- Info Niagara - 211
- Gate Keepers
- Transportation options
Mental Health and Well-being
- Crisis Outreach and Support Team - call the Niagara Crisis Line at 1-866-550-5205 (24 hours, 7 days a week)
- Grief Share
- Families First - Grief Resources During COVID-19