Welcome to Lotus Roots
Rooted in Traditions. Cultivating Connection.
Recreation Therapy & Cultural Enrichment
Enhancing the lives of seniors through meaningful therapeutic experiences, holistic wellness, and culturally rooted spiritual connection.
Why Lotus Roots?
Lotus Roots was born from the belief that every stage of life brings opportunities for new beginnings, discovery, and wisdom. We honour where each person comes from while embracing who they are today.
LOTUS
Resilience, growth, renewal, and the beauty that can emerge through life’s transitions.
ROOTS
Staying grounded in our stories, values, cultures, and life experiences as we continue to grow.
Spiritual & Religious Engagement
Programs that nurture inner peace while honoring diverse spiritual and faith-based traditions, creating space for reflection, prayer, and meaningful connection.
Spiritual Well-being
Guided practices that encourage presence, relaxation, and mental clarity, helping individuals find peace, reduce stress, and reconnect with the present moment.
- Meditation & Mindfulness
- Guided Visualization
- Mantra Chanting
- Guided Relaxation
- Gratitude & Reflection
- Breath Awareness
Faith-Based Engagement
Honoring diverse faith traditions through meaningful rituals, celebrations, and devotional experiences that bring comfort and familiarity.
- Shlokas & Bhajans
- Shabad & Gurbani
- Duas & Quranic Recitations
- Hymns & Gospel Music
- Prayers & Sutras
- Other Faith Recitations
Faith Traditions
Encouraging continued connection with personal beliefs through participation in religious practices, rituals, and community traditions.
- Hinduism
- Sikhism
- Islam
- Christianity
- Buddhism
- Others
Sacred Readings
Reflective readings from revered spiritual texts that offer comfort, inspiration, and deeper meaning through words of faith and wisdom.
- Bhagavad Gita
- Guru Granth Sahib
- The Holy Quran
- The Holy Bible
- Buddhist Scriptures
- Other Religious Texts
Meet Rupali
The Heart Behind Lotus Roots
Rupali Grover founded Lotus Roots, bringing together her passion for recreation therapy, music, culture, and spirituality. She believes later life can still offer opportunities for new adventures, self-expression, and personal growth.
Areas of Expertise: Multiple Disabilities & Complex Conditions | Cognitive Wellness & Brain Health | Dementia & Memory Care | Mental Health & Behavioural Health | Rehabilitation & Recovery Support | Healthy Aging | Creative Arts | Multicultural Practice
Professional Training & Certifications: Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) | DementiAbility | Basic Life Support (BLS) | CPR Level C & AED | Standard First Aid | Food Safety | Disaster & Emergency Response | Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC) | Grief Support | Adaptive Fitness Training | Indian Classical Music
Our Approach
Therapeutic Recreation Needs Assessments
We take time to understand each person’s interests, abilities, and goals, laying the foundation for recreation that’s truly meaningful to them.
Individualized & Group Programs
We design one-on-one and group experiences around each person’s strengths and personality, creating connection in the setting that suits them best.
Cultural Programs & Celebrations
We honor diverse traditions and festivals through music, food, and storytelling, giving every individual a genuine sense of familiarity and belonging.
Flexible Delivery: Virtual or In-Person Sessions
We deliver programs virtually in Canada and in person in Calgary, making meaningful connection accessible wherever someone happens to be.
Voices from the Roots
Discover the vibrant voices of our community.
Seniors, families, organizations and partners sharing how our programs bring connection, learning and joy.
Attending the spiritual sessions online has given me a sense of calm and inner peace. The readings and chants help me feel grounded and connected every day.
We were delighted to host Rupali as a guest speaker to share different festive traditions with our community. Her engaging presentation sparked curiosity and conversations among our seniors. They loved it.
I never expected a simple memory album could touch me so deeply. The way she helped me thoughtfully and patiently bring my stories together made me feel truly valued.
Join Us
Help us create inclusive experiences that celebrate culture, honor traditions, and foster connection, belonging, and multicultural understanding.
At Lotus Roots, we welcome passionate professionals, talented facilitators, and dedicated volunteers from diverse cultural backgrounds who are inspired to share their traditions, talents, and experiences to enrich the lives of older adults.
Whether your expertise is in recreation, arts, culture, wellness, healthcare, education, or community engagement, we’d love to hear from you.
THERAPISTS OR PROFESSIONALS
- Seasonal / Hourly Opportunities
- In-Person / Virtual / Hybrid
- Flexible Hours
- Recreation & Wellness Professionals
- Mental Health & Support Professionals
- Allied Health Professionals
GUEST SPEAKERS & WORKSHOP
FACILITATORS
- Wellness Workshops
- Mental Health Education
- Cultural Knowledge Sharing
- Spiritual Facilitator
- Creative Arts Facilitator
- Cultural Events Organizer
VOLUNTEERS
- Fundraising
- Photography / Videography
- Event Support
- Community Outreach
- Research Support
- Friendly Visiting
Mrs. Asha P.