Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is a common form of vertigo that most people know as being caused by ‘crystals in the ear’. The vertigo has some very characteristic features that make it easily recognizable. It comes on suddenly, often as a severe room spinning vertigo. It is triggered by a movement such as rolling over in bed, getting out of bed or bending over. There is usually a short delay before the vertigo starts and it eases again within 1 minute from the t

Knee pain is a very general term for pain surrounding the knee. Let’s first take a basic look at the anatomy of the knee. The knee is comprised of two main joints, the tibiofemoral joint (between the femur (thigh) bone, and the tibia (shin) bone), and the patellofemoral joint (between the patella (knee cap) and the femur). The knee is mainly a hinge joint (bends and straightens), however there is some rotation that occurs at the joint to allow the knee to move efficiently. Th

As we approach the end of the year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past months and share our heartfelt gratitude. This December newsletter includes important updates, festive cheer, and a special message from our directors. A Message from Our Directors Reflecting on 2025 Somehow, we have reached the end of 2025! It has felt like a whirlwind this year. The season started slowly for our farmers but ended with a turbo-charged finish. This year has been one of growth

Physical activity and exercise are important for the overall health and wellbeing of people living with dementia.

Daily physical activity in children is essential to their development . As parents, we know this, and are innately driven to help our kids find ways to be healthy and active. But as we lead into six weeks of school holidays, this sometimes becomes a hard goal to reach. Working forty hour work weeks, cooking nutritious meals, running ‘kid-taxi service’, and giving quality parent attention takes time and effort. In the context of reduced school structures, in which scheduled ph