What is Palliative Care at Home
Home care is the preferred option for most people with a terminal illness. Remaining within the comforts of home alleviates a lot of stress that moving into assisted living programs often has on people in later stages of life. Providing home care relies on good community-based services and a general practice workforce competent in palliative […]
Shining a Light on Brain Injury
In Canada, June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Each year national, provincial, and local associations run campaigns to increase awareness about the prevalence of brain injury; the obstacles that exist for those with brain injury; and the need for more services and support at all stages of recovery. The 2022 national collaborative Brain Injury Awareness […]
Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15th, 2022
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15, 2022 It is time to raise awareness around the realities of elder abuse as a significant -and growing- public health and human rights issue. Elder abuse cases are rising globally as many countries grapple with rapidly aging populations and a lack of resources to support them. If the […]
Stay Active, Connected, and Safe
June is the month we Celebrate Seniors in Ontario The theme is Stay Active, Stay Connected, and Stay Safe It’s a time when we recognize our amazing older Ontarians and the contributions they have made and continue to. How do seniors contribute to our communities? They shop, use services, and pay taxes. Seniors have more […]
How Osteoporosis Affects Seniors
It’s likely that more than 200 million people are living with osteoporosis, a medical condition marked by having fragile bones. This condition is especially common among older women, and it can be dangerous. Since seniors are at greater risk of this disease, it’s important to learn how to prevent or manage osteoporosis. What Is Osteoporosis? […]
Understanding Options for End of Life Care
It is essential for seniors and their caregivers to understand end-of-life care options, like hospice or palliative choices. Sometimes life ends unexpectedly. But for many seniors, the end of life comes with warning signs and happens slowly. Although difficult to discuss, it is crucial for seniors and their caregivers to understand their options. Main Types […]
When Seniors Refuse Medication
There are many reasons why our elderly neglect to take their drugs properly. The most common cause is that they forget, which seems innocent enough. Medication can be a doubtful advantage for both seniors and their caregivers. There can be side effects and reasons seniors put up a fight. On average senior takes about seven […]
Cannabis and Seniors
The prevalence of cannabis use among older adults (aged 65 and above) for recreational and medicinal purposes has significantly increased in recent years. Information regarding the safety of cannabis in this population is important since aging is associated with metabolic changes, multiple morbidities, increases in prescription medication use, and an overall decline in functioning. The […]
Multi-Media Options for Senior Communication and Entertainment
Watching TV, listening to music, and engaging with social media software can be more than just a way for seniors to pass the time. Many of us tend to view consuming media such as TV and movies solely as a leisure activity that doesn’t have a whole lot of value. For seniors with high energy […]
What is a Person-Centred Approach to Care?
A person-centred approach is where the individual is the centre of the service and is treated as a person first. The focus is on the person and what they can do, and support is about achieving the person’s aspirations and tailored to their needs and unique circumstances. You have the right to access healthcare when […]
