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Planning Ahead for Senior Care in the New Year

A Different Kind of New Year’s Resolution List Read Time: 5 Minutes It’s that time of year again – time to make your New Year’s resolutions. Many of us resolve to lose weight, exercise more, save money, or pick up a new hobby. But if you have aging parents or loved ones, there’s an important…

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!

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…

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.

Tailored for Dad: Room Makeovers for Senior Father’s Day

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to say Thank You to your senior dad than by giving him a special gift that truly enhances his daily life? A little room makeover!

Long-Distance Caregiving 

Caring for an aging loved one can be challenging, especially when you live far away. Long-distance caregiving comes with a unique set of concerns and obstacles, making it difficult to ensure quality care and advocate for seniors effectively.

Storm-Proofing Your Home: Essential Home Maintenance Tips for Seniors

Recently, Ontario and Quebec endured a rather nasty spring storm that resulted in power outages in thousands of homes. The cascade effects of loss of heat resulted in several deaths as well. This served as a reminder that lives and property are alway susceptible to the wrath of Mother Nature, unless we prepare ahead of time and storm-proof our home.

How Seniors Can Help with the Move, even if they can’t lift a box.

Downsizing to any kind of smaller home can be made difficult when seniors are fighting every step of the way. Feeling like they’ve lost all control, the situation can be made easier by giving the senior a starring role in the move and making them feel some control again.