Aruga Home Care

11/04/2026

At Aruga, our care is guided by four pillars: Competency, Creativity, Compassion and Connection.

These values shape every interaction, every service and every meaningful moment of care.

Competency
We provide safe, reliable, professional home care rooted in expertise, quality and trust.

Creativity
Through visual arts, music and storytelling, we bring creativity into everyday care, encouraging self-expression, meaningful engagement and joy.

Compassion
We build trusting relationships grounded in empathy, dignity and respect, ensuring every person and family feels heard, understood and supported.

Connection
We strengthen relationships between clients, families and the Calgary community, fostering a sense of belonging through personalized, collaborative care.

Together, these four pillars reflect our commitment to caring for the whole person, honouring their individuality, experiences and humanity.

10/30/2026

Getting Older: Trick? or Treat? 🎃💜

Aging can be tricky and bring its share of challenges, changes and uncertainties, but it also brings treats like new stories, cherished memories, meaningful connections and moments worth celebrating.

This Halloween, we're choosing to celebrate the beauty and fun in every chapter of life, while recognizing that growing older isn't always easy.

Because every stage of life deserves to be met with compassion, dignity, joy and a little magic.

Happy Halloween from all of us at Aruga Home Care!

10/28/2026

There's something remarkable about the way music can connect us to our memories, our emotions and the people around us.

For someone living with dementia, a familiar song can spark recognition, encourage self-expression or create a moment of connection when words become difficult to find.

Research continues to explore these benefits. A study published in October 2026 in the Journal of Gerontological Nursing found that personalized music listening was associated with reduced anxiety and more frequent positive responses, including smiling, singing, relaxation and eye contact among people living with dementia.

Music is one of the many ways we incorporate creative engagement into our approach to care, alongside visual arts, storytelling and personalized activities that reflect each person's interests, experiences and life history.

By making space for these meaningful experiences, we hope to bring more joy, comfort and connection into everyday life while honouring what makes each person unique.

💜 Learn more about our approach to creative engagement at arugahomecare.ca.

10/26/2026

🎃 Halloween is about more than tricks and treats. It's about cherished traditions, familiar memories and meaningful moments together. 💜

From decorating pumpkins and sharing childhood stories to enjoying cozy autumn activities, there are so many wonderful ways to celebrate the season with older loved ones.

For individuals living with dementia, familiar traditions can also offer opportunities for creative engagement, comfort and connection.

We're sharing simple, meaningful Halloween activities for seniors, along with thoughtful tips for making celebrations enjoyable and inclusive for everyone.

🍂 Discover more ways to celebrate the season and create meaningful memories together in our latest blog:
https://www.arugahomecare.ca/post/making-meaningful-halloween-memories

Halloween is more than costumes and candy! Discover creative Halloween activities for seniors that celebrate cherished traditions, spark memories and inspire meaningful moments of connection with loved ones.

10/23/2026

💜 Get to know Ali Cada, the heart and creative vision behind Aruga Home Care!

As the Founder and Care & Creative Director of Aruga Home Care, Ali brings a unique combination of healthcare expertise, creativity and compassion to an approach that goes beyond traditional senior care.

With a background in nursing, social entrepreneurship and arts in medicine, Ali has spent over a decade helping reshape how we approach aging and dementia care, with a focus on dignity, joy and meaningful human connection.

A nationally recognized leader in creative dementia care and recipient of the 2024–2025 Minister’s Seniors Service Award, Ali has collaborated with leading universities, healthcare institutions and arts organizations, sharing his expertise and training more than 1,000 care professionals in creative, person-centred approaches.

This experience and philosophy helped shape Aruga Home Care, where we believe exceptional care means more than meeting everyday needs. It means honouring each person’s individuality, celebrating their life experiences and creating opportunities for joy, purpose and connection.

Through his leadership, Ali continues to champion a more compassionate, creative approach to aging and dementia care, helping shape the care and experiences we provide to seniors and families throughout Calgary.

💜 Learn more about Ali and Aruga’s approach to care at arugahomecare.ca/about-us

10/20/2026

Creative care that connects. 💜

Creativity has a remarkable way of bringing people together, sparking memories, inspiring joy and creating meaningful moments of connection.

At Aruga Home Care, we recognize the important role creative and social engagement plays in supporting seniors’ mental and emotional well-being, helping to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation while fostering happiness, purpose and belonging.

Through visual arts, music, storytelling and personalized creative experiences, we create opportunities for seniors to express themselves, rediscover familiar joys and connect with the people and activities that give their lives meaning.

Creative engagement is at the heart of our approach to care. By honouring each person’s individuality, interests and life experiences, we nurture meaningful connections that support their overall well-being.

💜 Discover our creative approach to compassionate senior home care at arugahomecare.ca.

10/15/2026

Meaningful care starts with connection. 💜

At Aruga Home Care, we believe every moment matters. From compassionate daily assistance and companionship to creative engagement and specialized dementia care, our approach is rooted in dignity, comfort and joy.

We're proud to support Calgary seniors and their families with personalized care that nurtures independence, encourages creativity and builds meaningful connections.

Looking for home care for a loved one? We'd love to connect.

Book your free consultation today at arugahomecare.ca.

10/09/2026

Thanksgiving is a beautiful reminder of the importance of gratitude, kindness, and the connections that bring meaning to our lives.

At Aruga, we're especially grateful for the families who welcome us into their lives and place their trust in our care, and for our dedicated caregivers who bring warmth, creativity, and kindness to every visit.

It's often the little things that make Thanksgiving so meaningful. Gathering around the table, sharing favourite traditions, reminiscing over cherished memories, and simply enjoying the comfort of being together.

From all of us at Aruga Home Care, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful Thanksgiving long weekend.

10/06/2026

Fall has a way of inviting us to slow down, reconnect and enjoy the little things together. 🍂

From scenic drives and favourite family recipes to music, memory prompts and quiet moments over a warm drink, there are so many simple ways to connect with an aging loved one this season.

Our latest blog shares meaningful fall activities, gentle conversation starters and ideas for creating moments of comfort, familiarity and connection.

Read the full blog:
https://www.arugahomecare.ca/post/embracing-fall-together-meaningful-ways-to-connect-with-an-aging-loved-one

09/29/2026

We’re honoured to share that Aruga was nominated for an Innovation Award through the Alberta Continuing Care Association. 💜

While we weren’t selected as this year’s recipient, being recognized alongside organizations doing meaningful work across Alberta’s continuing care sector is something we’re incredibly proud of.

The nomination reflects what our team brings to Aruga every day: creativity, thoughtfulness and a commitment to making care more personal, meaningful and responsive to the people and families we support.

We’re looking forward to attending the ACCA event in Calgary this October, connecting with others across the sector and continuing to learn from the important work happening throughout Alberta.