Keeping your brain healthy and trying to ward off dementia is something that everyone can do by adopting a few lifestyle habits. Although there is a large genetic component to the development of dementia, there are things you can do to ward off or delay its onset. Increasingly, doctors are learning that there are lifestyle…

People over the age of 65 are more likely to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, with estimates of up to 26% of seniors affected in both Canada and the United States. If your doctor diagnoses you with type 2 diabetes, an important thing to remember is that in most cases, the long term complications…

Thinking about renovating your home? As we age, it’s important to make the necessary changes to make a safe living space. Renovating the home can be expensive. In BC, seniors or family members can claim 10 % for a maximum claim of $1,000.00 on renovations that make senior homes safer.  For more information, click here. …

So, you have your first smart phone. What to do? What kind of apps should you download to make life easier? Here’s a list of the most talked-about free apps that we think could be useful for seniors. Each smartphone has a particular operating system.  For the most part, the Apple iPhone operates on the…

With all the gizmos and gadgets coming out continuously, it’s hard to keep on top of what the latest technologies are and how to use them to your advantage. Learning technology can be overwhelming, but with the help of your family, resources online, and perhaps some tech classes, you too can become a tech wiz!…

When looking at the side of a food label sold in Canada, you will see often see fat, sodium and vitamin content presented as a percentage of recommended daily consumption. Interestingly enough, sugar, though present on the label, is still not displayed as a daily recommended consumption value. That’s because Health Canada hasn’t yet established…

Welcome to Home to Home’s eldercare blog!  We help clients and their families develop eldercare solutions which fit the senior’s care needs and budget.  With our care planning services, we help clients navigate the public and private healthcare systems, focussing on housing and personal care.  We offer assistance in planning and facilitating a smooth transition as…