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!

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. 

Fall Prevention Strategies: Essential Components of a Senior Care Plan

With a compassionate approach and expert guidance, you can provide the best possible care and protect your loved ones from the potential hazards of falls.

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.

What’s Involved with ElderCare Planning?

Elder care planning can be quite overwhelming, especially in the beginning stages.  One may have to learn how to navigate the private and public health care systems, and evaluate what type of housing or home care services are available and what resources are best for the senior. Here’s a way to start….

What to Know About Personal Alert Systems

As we age, it’s important that we make the changes necessary to make our homes safe places. If you or someone you know is at risk of a medical emergency, consider getting a personal alert system. Here is some information to help you get started. What is a Personal alert system? A personal alert system…