Loneliness and Aging: An Epidemic
It is estimated that up to 16% of older adults experience social isolation. According to Statistics Canada, 17.3% reported feeling excluded often or some of the time. What are the factors that contribute to social isolation? Below is a list from the National Seniors Council. Keep Reading
Understanding Vascular Dementia: Your Questions Answered
When most people hear the word “dementia,” they think of Alzheimer’s disease.... Keep Reading
Empowering Independence: Benefits of In-Home Care Services for Seniors
Care for older adults has evolved from how you may have once envisioned it. While retirement residences may be a good option for some, the current care options extend beyond what you may first think of when you hear “senior care”. As empowering senior independence becomes a higher priority, the need for in-home care becomes more apparent. Keep Reading
Comfort Around the Clock: 24-Hour Home Care Services for Seniors & Dementia Patients
The decision to get 24-hour home care for you or a loved one is a difficult one to make because it means admitting you need help, and it involves letting a new person into your home during a vulnerable time. However, when you receive help from the right care partner, it can make a world of difference. Keep Reading
Is It Dementia? Key Symptoms, Diagnosis Tips, and In-Home Care Solutions
As we age, it's natural to experience some changes in memory and thinking. But when these... Keep Reading
What is Companion Care? A Guide for Seniors & Families
As individuals age, they often face challenges that impact their independence and overall... Keep Reading
Fitness for Seniors: How to Stay Fit While Aging in Place
It’s a new year, and that means most of us are thinking about making healthy changes. Whether... Keep Reading
Caring for Aging Parents: Your Guide to Getting it Right
When your parent needs more extensive care than the occasional drop-in, it can get overwhelming quickly. Switching from child to caregiver is not easy. Keep Reading
Top 5 Reasons to Consider Home Care Assistance for Older Adults
If you have an aging family member, chances are high that they want to continue living at home for... Keep Reading
Your Guide to Hiring the Perfect Senior Caregiver for In-Home Help
Are you taking care of an aging family member at home? Is an older adult in your life beginning to... Keep Reading
Senior Nutrition: Top 5 Healthy Eating Tips for Older Adults
Good nutrition is important, no matter your age. Eating right is how your body gets vital... Keep Reading
Managing Chronic Conditions at Home: The Role of Smart Tech for Seniors
Chronic diseases—like arthritis, diabetes, dementia, and heart disease—affect seniors... Keep Reading
Aging in Place: A 5-Step Roadmap for Living at Home Safely
If you are reaching retirement age or have a loved one 65+, you may have heard the term... Keep Reading
Top Home Care Services that Make a Big Difference for Seniors
With each year that goes by, exponentially more Canadians reach retirement age. And over half of... Keep Reading
Top Ways to Make the Seniors in Your Life Feel Appreciated
August 21 is World Senior Citizen’s Day, a day where communities across the globe celebrate... Keep Reading
How Do I Know if My Elderly Loved One Needs Home Care?
Retirement age can be a wonderfully fulfilling time for most adults, a time when they can live... Keep Reading
Ten Questions Every Loved One Should Review with a Potential Home Care Provider
Realizing that an elderly loved one needs assistance can be tough. Whether it’s a parent,... Keep Reading
The Importance of Expressing Love as We Age
In this busy world it’s so easy to get wrapped up in our everyday practices. Between personal and work obligations we can easily neglect the most important aspect of our relationships with our loved ones: expressing love.
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About Frontotemporal Dementia
Receiving a Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) diagnosis can leave many family members and loved ones... Keep Reading
Poor Sleep Can Increase Dementia Risks
Sleep is essential for our mental and physical health in all walks of life, but many older adults... Keep Reading