Person-centred
Support starts with who the senior is — their story, their hobbies, the moments that feel most like home to them.
About Janice
Professional experience, paired with a warm and steady presence.
Timeless Treasures is led by Janice Ocampo — a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist who has spent more than two decades helping seniors live richer, more connected lives.
The heart behind the work
Not filling time — bringing leisure and connection back to life.
Janice's work is grounded in one simple belief: recreation is not a luxury. It is part of what helps people feel like themselves.
Meaningful activity supports mood, confidence, routine, cognition, and connection — especially when it is shaped around the individual rather than offered as a one-size-fits-all service.
Her approach is warm, practical, and guided by professional standards. The goal is to meet seniors exactly where they are and build moments that feel familiar, motivating, and genuinely enjoyable.
Credentials & trust
You're in experienced, accountable hands.
The CTRS credential is the international benchmark for recreational therapy. It signals formal education, demonstrated competence, and ongoing recertification — so families can feel confident in the standard of care.
- 20+ years supporting seniors in dementia care, day programs, and long-term care
- University education in Therapeutic Recreation with Aging Studies
- R/TRO Registered with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario
- CTRS Certified by NCTRC (international standard)
- Professionally insured for your peace of mind
- Cleared with Waterloo Region Vulnerable Sector screening
How Janice works
Professional structure, without losing warmth or calm.
Families want reassurance that support is purposeful and gentle. These four principles shape every session and care plan.
Strength-based
Focused on what someone can still enjoy and build on — never on what has been lost or what they cannot do.
Adapted with care
Activities are gently adjusted around physical, cognitive, and emotional needs so participation never feels clinical.
Regularly reviewed
Plans evolve as the person evolves — keeping support relevant, enjoyable, and aligned with what matters now.
Vision, mission & values
The principles guiding Timeless Treasures.
A clear sense of purpose shapes how Janice supports older adults and the families walking alongside them.
Vision
That all older adults can participate in social recreation and free-time leisure activities of their choice, regardless of their situation.
Mission
Timeless Treasures enriches the lives of older adults through tailored Therapeutic Recreation and virtual programming, helping bridge leisure, social connection, and community for seniors of different mobility levels and locations.
Inclusivity & accessibility
Physical limitations, mobility issues, or being homebound should never prevent someone from experiencing connection, recreation, and joy.
Purposeful engagement
Every session is designed to support the mind, body, and spirit, with meaningful leisure that goes beyond simply passing the time.
Connection & community
Support is built around reducing isolation, creating belonging, and helping older adults enjoy genuine social connection with like-minded peers.
Dignity & respect
Each older adult is treated as a valued person with a rich history, personal strengths, and the right to autonomy and respect.
Innovation in care
Technology and creative therapeutic recreation strategies are used thoughtfully to expand access, especially for seniors who are isolated or homebound.
Who Janice supports
Built for seniors and families who want help that feels personal.
Seniors wanting more connection
Older adults who feel isolated, want companionship, or simply want something engaging to look forward to each week.
Families seeking meaningful in-home help
Relatives looking for something more personal and purposeful than a basic drop-in visit or generic activity list.
People who benefit from adapted activities
Support adjusted around comfort, energy, mobility, or cognitive change so participation stays accessible.
Older adults building routine & independence
Therapeutic recreation can reinforce motivation, confidence, and daily structure through enjoyable activities.