Author Archive

Seniors’ Recovery After a Hospital Discharge

Read Time: 5 Minutes Transitioning from hospital care back to home can be a pivotal moment in a senior’s recovery journey. While many look forward to the comfort of their own environment, the process can also present various challenges. Many individuals are discharged from hospital with insufficient guidance or support from the hospital team, and…

Key Support Services for Seniors Aging in Place

As the population of seniors continues to rise, understanding their support needs becomes increasingly vital Here’s a look at the most requested support services among seniors, focusing on what they truly need to thrive.

Expert Tips to Avoid Common Cane Slip-Ups

We found out that an estimated 50% of cane users make at least one common mistake. From choosing aesthetics over functionality to using a cane of incorrect height, these errors can seriously compromise safety and effectiveness. That’s 50% of all cane users!

Overcoming Resistance: How to Help Aging Parents Downsize

As our parents age, there often comes a time when downsizing or moving to a more manageable living situation becomes necessary. However, many seniors resist this change, creating a challenging situation for adult children. 

3 Ways to Recognize and Address Caregiver Burnout 

Caregiving is a vital but often overwhelming responsibility, particularly in Canada, where an estimated 8.1 million people provide unpaid care to family members or friends with long-term health conditions, disabilities, or aging needs, according to Statistics Canada. Despite the invaluable support caregivers provide, many face significant challenges that can lead to burnout—a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion…

3 Things You Didn’t Know About Executor Responsibilities

Being an executor of a will for the first time can feel like stepping into a labyrinth of complexities, where informational gaps, organizational challenges, and emotional turmoil are abound. Many people don’t realize what the job entails and all the responsibilities involved when they agree to be an executor of a will.

Greening Your Home: Practical Steps for Seniors

A sustainable lifestyle does wonders for our well-being and the environment, but it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start and how, especially for a senior, when going green isn’t top of mind most days.

Benefits of Multi-Generational Living

Multi-generational family living, once a common practice, is experiencing a resurgence in modern society. Families are rediscovering the advantages of having multiple generations living under one roof. 

Holistic Therapies for Well-being in Senior Care

Holistic therapies are invaluable tools, encompassing diverse practices aimed at addressing the entirety of an individual’s being, and they play a critical role in fostering physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness among seniors.

Holiday Care Planning for Seniors: Nurturing Well-being During Festive Seasons

The holiday season brings joy and warmth, but for seniors, it can also present unique challenges. Holiday care planning for seniors isn’t solely about festivities; it’s a thoughtful approach that encompasses their well-being, making the season brighter and more comfortable for them.