The Importance of Self-Care for Caregivers
The International Self-Care Foundation defines self-care as a framework around seven pillars. It may be challenging and overwhelming when you are the caregiver for a loved one without support or community programs. The Self-Care Day, on July 24th, symbolizes the benefits of self-care 24 hours a day, every day and not just for a single […]
How Can End-of-Life Care Help Your Loved One
Being diagnosed with a terminal illness can be challenging to come to terms with for patients as well as their families. In most cases, it is a family member that takes on the majority of the responsibility in providing the necessary assistance and support required in these situations. Quality end-of-life care can be extremely helpful […]
Helping Seniors Avoid Social Isolation
Social isolation among seniors is more common than people realize. As the senior population in Canada continues to climb, the incidence of solitude and seclusion for older adults will only increase. A lack of social activity can be debilitating and exacerbate feelings of loneliness. Social isolation can also lead to other health issues like anxiety, […]
Keeping Seniors Safe from Falls
Slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of injury for seniors in Canada, and the damaging repercussions of a fall on the quality of life can be significant. Every year 1 in 3 seniors across the country are injured in a slip and fall accident which can impact their ability to sustain an independent […]
The Wonders of a Simple Walk
Heading out for a stroll is an activity that can be accessible and enjoyable for seniors of a range of fitness levels and mobile capabilities. The list of activities older adults can take part in to keep themselves active, engaged, and interested throughout the day is extensive. There is a huge selection of possible low-impact […]
Handling The Transition to Long Term Care
The decision to transition an aging loved one into long-term care can be a difficult and involved process. Many factors will likely come into play when making such a complicated and serious decision. What is Long Term Care? Long-term care is a complex term that can involve a variety of care scenarios. Basically, long-term care […]
Health Benefits of Chocolate for Seniors
When most people think about eating nutritious foods and maintaining a healthy diet, chocolate is not typically one of the first things that come to mind. However, studies show that chocolate can offer various surprising health benefits. Before we get too carried away, this is not an endorsement to engage in an all-chocolate diet. But […]
Seniors and Vision Loss
Vision loss is a prevalent occurrence among seniors, which often involves some difficult challenges and adjustments. While complete loss of vision is not a natural or typical aspect of aging, changes in vision and different forms of visual impairment are a common part of the aging process. Visual impairment or total vision loss can cause […]
Coping with Knee Pain for Seniors
Knee pain and discomfort are generally par for the course as we age. Various factors, such as gravity, time, and extensive use, contribute to knee pain. Compound this with age from many years of built-up strain and impact. By the time seniors reach old age, their knees have experienced a great deal of wear and […]
Healthy Practices for Managing Arthritis
Arthritis is typified by inflammation of the joints or other parts of the body. Inflammation generally causes pain, swelling, and stiffness and can lead to other more severe health problems. Arthritis affects about six million people in Canada, and unfortunately, with no cure to date, it is more about effective ways to manage the pain. […]
