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How did life get so frustrating
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley I must admit, it's a struggle for me when dealing with technology, for a variety of reasons. I recently...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
May 22, 20242 min read


Health benefits of gardening.
by Katie Hunter So, now you're gardening and wondering, what does this do for my mental health, what are the benefits? ' Practising...

The Standard
May 14, 20242 min read


Introduction to therapeutic horse riding in Lindsay
KELLY RUSSELL, T.H.R.I.L. KAWARTHA LAKES: T.H.R.I L's aim (therapeutic horse riding in Lindsay) is to improve the quality of life for...
darryl knight
May 1, 20242 min read


Decluttering is a journey
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley Most of my friends, column followers, and family know I have been decluttering my home, since the pandemic...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
May 1, 20243 min read


Movement for Life
by Lauren Walker The joys of better weather means more outdoor work, a great way to change up your routine! Let’s look at some pretty...

Lauren Walker
May 1, 20242 min read


RMH to Receive Provincial Midwifery Integration Award
RYAN YOUNG, RMH KAWARTHA LAKES: Ross Memorial Hospital has been selected by the Association of Ontario Midwives (AOM) Board of Directors...

The Standard
May 1, 20242 min read


A closer look at Nurse Practitioners
COURTNEY McCLURE The Standard Around the world, nurse practitioners (NP) have played a significant role within various healthcare...
Courtney McClure
Apr 17, 20242 min read


Movement for life: Acceptance
by Lauren Walker Body acceptance is not just a young person’s issue. Who you were is not who you are anymore. The joys of aging mean...

Lauren Walker
Apr 17, 20242 min read


You're going to be okay
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley We need to remember, everything is temporary in this life! The battle is our attitude and how we react. You...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Apr 17, 20243 min read


Adult Day Programs offer support for those living with dementia and other cognitive impairments
DURHAM: Adults who require support, including adults living with cognitive impairments, such as dementia, can participate in the Adult...

The Standard
Apr 17, 20241 min read


Environmental Triggers and Dementia
By Susan Fisher and Tammy Adams Living with dementia can present many challenges, not only for the person living with the disease but...
Tammy Adams
Apr 17, 20242 min read


The Split the Pot Grand Prize Winner supports the Ross!
KIM COULTER, Communications Specialist, RMH KAWARTHA LAKES: Congratulations to Bill B. of Toronto, winner of the Split the Pot Lottery...

The Standard
Apr 2, 20242 min read


Movement for Life: The key to long term wellness
LAUREN WALKER Special to The Standard Over the course of twenty one years, I’ve had a lot of experience working with people. I’ve learned...

Lauren Walker
Apr 2, 20242 min read


Are you listening?
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley Our bodies have a way of communicating with us when something is wrong. There are several warnings experts...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Apr 2, 20242 min read


Getting older is an inevitable part of life
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley I believe life is always about finding balance. A new start isn't necessarily a new place but creating a new...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Mar 21, 20242 min read


Movement for Life
by Lauren Walker As a personal trainer for over twenty years, a majority of my clientele are over sixty. I have developed a great...

Lauren Walker
Mar 21, 20242 min read


March 2023 Movement For Life
by LAUREN WALKER The Buzz on buzzwords On the lighter side of exercise, here are some phrases or buzzwords people use which drive me...

Lauren Walker
Mar 13, 20242 min read


Dunsford Club presents proceeds from year-long fundraising lottery
KIM COULTER, Communications Specialist, RMH KAWARTHA LAKES: Members of the Dunsford & District Lions Club know that when they work...

The Standard
Mar 6, 20241 min read


Actions speak louder than words
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley As Christians we are called to be content: to discover gratefulness, patience, gratitude, and love. There is...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Mar 6, 20243 min read


All you need to know about Nice Nurse Home Care
COURTNEY McCLURE The Standard BLACKSTOCK: Are you in need of home-care services? Nice Nurse Home Care could help. Jennifer Spears, who...
Courtney McClure
Feb 27, 20242 min read
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