How to Manage the Common Cold & Flu for Seniors
While catching a cold is common for everyone, seniors, with their slightly more vulnerable health, require special attention to both prevent and manage common cold symptoms effectively. As we age, our immune system doesn’t fend off infections as well as it did when we were younger. Is it a Cold or the Flu? When you […]
Tips for Celebrating the Holidays with Seniors
The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, especially when celebrating the holidays with our elderly loved ones. However, it’s crucial to approach these celebrations with care and consideration for the unique needs of seniors. The most valuable gift we can give our senior loved ones is our love and attention. For years, […]
Tips for Having a Quality Conversation with Aging Parents
Some people are more comfortable with heeding and accepting advice than others. Most people don’t like being told what to do, but it can be especially hard for parents to take advice from their children when those roles have been reversed their entire lives. There is a way to have a quality conversation when your […]
Managing Wintertime Joint Pain as We Age
Winter can be a difficult season to get through for individuals with arthritis or chronic joint and muscle pain. When the cold weather of winter is upon us, many of us can often feel a difference in our joints. Seniors in particular tend to experience increased wintertime joint pain and stiffness which can affect mobility […]
Why is Communication in Health Care so Important?
Effective and open communication is extremely important for patients, caregivers, and other health care professionals. Good communication is necessary for any group or collaborative situation, but it is critical when it comes to health and wellbeing.Lack of communication can lead to all sorts of problems or complications, such as: Unattended symptoms Incorrect diagnoses Conflicting or […]
What to Expect When Recovering from Hip Replacement Surgery
It is no secret that hip problems are a major concern for older adults. In a lot of cases people do anything they can to avoid surgery, as the thought of going under the knife is terrifying to many. Most people wait until the pain and stiffness become unbearable before opting to go the Hip […]
Dementia’s Journey with In-Home Client-Focused Care
The Journey of Dementia As our loved ones age, their needs change, especially when it comes to their health and well-being. Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and providing the right care and support is paramount to their quality of life. In-Home Client-focused Care is taking centre stage through Dementia’s Journey, […]
The Significance of Foot Care for Senior Loved Ones
Foot care for senior loved ones is integral to their health and well being. Taking care of their feet and checking for problems has many benefits. It helps maintain mobility, reduces the risk of falls, and prevents common issues like calluses, ingrown toenails, and infections. With age, feet can become more vulnerable to conditions that, […]
How to Balance Caregiving, Work and other Obligations
Providing care for an aging loved one can be challenging and stressful. It can become overwhelming trying to balance caregiving, work and other obligations yet so essential to maintain a comfortable work/life balance without too much stress. Balancing Caregiving Caregivers generally take on several significant roles: scheduling appointments, providing emotional support, helping with medications, managing […]
Diabetes Management for Seniors in the Waterloo Region
Cases of people diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes continue to climb across Canada, and particularly for people over the age of 65. About half of the people in Canada living with Diabetes are 65 years of age or older. No two older people are alike and every person with Diabetes should have a customized Diabetes […]
