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When people think of home care, they often imagine support for seniors with health or mobility challenges. While this is part of what we do, at Aruga Home Care, we believe home care is for everyone who wants to live more fully, independently, and creatively. Home care is not only about assistance with daily routines. It is about connection, inspiration, and supporting each person’s goals for how they want to live. At Aruga, we see care as a way to empower people to stay active, social, and engaged — whether that means rediscovering an old hobby, exploring a new creative outlet, or simply enjoying companionship that enriches everyday life. Our approach is root- ed in a simple truth: well-being flourishes when people feel seen, valued, and inspired.
That is why we integrate creative engagement into every aspect of care — through music, art, storytelling, gardening, movement, or other meaningful activities that spark joy and connection. The word Aruga means care in Filipino, and it reflects the heart of our philosophy: care that is both compassionate and creative. Inspired by Filipino values of empathy, dignity, and family connection, we see every client as part of our extended family. We understand that every individual’s journey with aging is unique.
For some, it may involve adapting to new routines or finding ways to maintain independence at home. For others, it might be about staying active, social, and connected to community. Our role is to walk alongside each person on that journey, creating experiences that nurture both body and spirit. Creative engagement is at the centre of our approach, and it benefits everyone — not only those living with dementia or cognitive change. Creativity is a universal language that helps people express themselves, stay mentally sharp, and feel connected to something larger than themselves. For active seniors, it can mean exploring painting, music, movement, or writing as a way to stay engaged and inspired.
For those experiencing health challenges, creative engagement can help improve mood, reduce stress, and promote emotional well-being. Our caregivers design personalized experiences based on each person’s interests and abilities, ensuring that every visit feels meaningful and enjoyable. Whether it is painting at the kitchen table, cooking a favourite family recipe, or sharing stories over tea, these moments help people feel connected, purposeful, and alive.
We see home care not as a last resort or a service only for those who can no longer manage alone. It is a proactive, empowering choice that helps individuals continue living life on their own terms, safely, comfortably, and creatively. Our team works closely with families to design personalized care plans that reflect each person’s goals, interests, and values. We provide a range of services, from daily living assistance and companionship to specialized dementia support and respite for family caregivers. But beyond the services themselves, what makes our approach unique is how we deliver care, with patience, empathy, and genuine human connection. The future of homecare is about innovation that honours humanity. Technology may change some of the tools we use, but compassion and connection will always be at the heart of care.
At Aruga Home Care, we envision a Calgary where every senior — whether active, independent, or living with health challenges — has access to care that supports both their physical well-being and their sense of purpose. Aging is not about slowing down; it is about continuing to grow, connect, and create. For us, creative engagement is more than a service. It is a promise to meet people where they are, to celebrate their individuality, and to help every day feel purposeful, connected, and full of life. Aruga Home Care: Empowering lives through creative engagement and compassionate care. Visit www.arugahomecare.ca to learn more.