Lasting Connections.
Lotus Roots is dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors through therapeutic recreation, cultural engagement, and spiritual connection.
Who We Are
At Lotus Roots, we provide meaningful recreational experiences that enhance seniors’ well-being while fostering connection, purpose, and a true sense of belonging.
Our approach is guided by the principles of therapeutic recreation and person-centred engagement. We honor each individual’s unique story, interests, and cultural identity, recognizing that true engagement goes beyond activities—it creates opportunities for connection, self-expression, and spiritual enrichment.
We are committed to creating inclusive environments where every individual feels seen, respected, and empowered.
What We Do
Through group programs, one-on-one engagement, multicultural experiences, and special events, we support emotional, social, physical, cognitive, sensory, and spiritual wellness in ways that are respectful, inclusive, and engaging.
Recognizing a gap in culturally inclusive and personalized engagement, Rupali, a Dementia Certified Professional, founded LotusRoots. She brings evidence-based practices and specialized knowledge to support individuals across all stages of aging, promoting dignity, connection, and overall well-being.
Who We Serve
Our Mission
To enrich the lives of seniors through culturally inclusive, person-centred recreation therapy that fosters connection, dignity, purpose, and holistic well-being.
Our Vision
To create inclusive and compassionate communities where every seniors experiences a sense of belonging, purpose, and meaningful engagement throughout their aging journey.
Our Values
R – Respect & Dignity
O – Openness & Inclusivity
O – Opportunities for Connection
T – Therapeutic Engagement
S – Spiritual, Cultural & Holistic
Meet Rupali
Rupali Dua Grover is a dedicated and compassionate Recreation Therapist (Therapeutic Recreation Ontario), with extensive experience supporting individuals with diverse needs across the lifespan. Since 2016, she has worked with children with special needs, young adults, and older adults in both educational and healthcare settings.
Her professional journey began in India as a Special Educator and Lecturer in Special Education.
After relocating to Canada, she continued her career as a recreation professional in long-term care, assisted living, memory care, and retirement living communities.
Making a Difference
These experiences have provided her with a strong foundation in person-centred, evidence-informed, and therapeutic approaches.
She holds a Bachelor's and Master’s degree in Special Education and has completed formal post-graduate studies in Therapeutic Recreation in Ontario.
Throughout her career, Rupali has been dedicated to supporting individuals across all stages of life, with a particular focus on seniors living with dementia, cognitive impairment, complex mental health and behavioural challenges, Parkinson's disease, stroke, brain injury, physical disabilities, and other neurological and physical health conditions. She is passionate about enhancing quality of life through meaningful recreation experiences that promote dignity, independence, purpose, and overall well-being.
Drawing on her background in both fields, Rupali creates individualized experiences that recognize each person's unique strengths, interests, abilities, life story, and cultural identity. Her approach combines evidence-informed practices with creativity, compassion, and meaningful engagement to promote holistic wellness.
Rupali has extensive experience collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support individualized goals. She has conducted recreation assessments, developed and facilitated therapeutic recreation programs, documented and updated care plans using PointClickCare (PCC) and eCare system based on residents' evolving needs and preferences, and implemented strategies to support individuals experiencing responsive behaviours. She has also facilitated Resident Council and unit meetings, encouraging resident participation, communication, empowerment, and advocacy.
Her appreciation for diverse cultures, traditions, and lived experiences enables her to create authentic and inclusive recreation experiences that foster meaningful connections and a genuine sense of belonging.
Outside of her professional role
Rupali enjoys travelling, spending time in nature, singing, and learning classic western music from the 1960s–1990s. She believes music has the power to evoke memories, inspire joy, strengthen human connection, and enrich the lives of people of all ages.
