Dementia’s Journey: The Role of In-Home Client-focused Care

Dementia affects millions of people and providing the right care is paramount. Promyse provides in-home dementia care in Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge

Dementia’s Journey 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, providing personalized […]

The Significance of Foot Care for Senior Loved Ones

Happy Feet are essential for our senior loved ones and with our trained foot care nurses we ensure a program to provide healthy feet.

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

Balancing Caregiving and work.

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 […]

The Magical Power of Soup for Seniors

Soup for Seniors in Kitchener-Waterloo

Often overlooked, soup can be an excellent source of nutrients, hydration, and comfort as part of a regular healthy diet. Many people only think of soup as sustenance when sick, as they turn to the healing powers of chicken noodle soup, which is an age-old classic. Hot Soup for Cold Weather Comfort When the colder […]

Transitioning Home After a Hospital Stay

Transition from hospital to home for seniors

Returning home after a stay in the hospital can present various challenges for seniors. Ideally, the goal is to make it back home without experiencing any setbacks that may result in a return trip to the infirmary. The best approach to help avoid complications is to make the transition smooth with good preparation and planning. […]

Keeping Seniors Safe from Falls

Seniors can be at risk for Seniors

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

Taking a walk with a loved one and pet is a great way to accept a dementia diagnosis is not the end of the world.

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 […]

Beating the Summer Heat and Avoiding Heat Stroke

Summer walk with Senior - Home Care

Summer hot weather in Ontario starts earlier each year. It stretches into late September and even early October in recent years, and seniors need to stay protected against the hazards of the harsh sun. Aside from the hot weather extending into what used to be the fall, the sun has become a lot more unforgiving […]

Adjusting to Life With Dentures

Life with Dentures - Kitchener-Waterloo

Our teeth get a full workout on a daily basis over the course of our lifetimes, and for many seniors, there comes the point when dentures become necessary. Perpetual cavities and tender, swollen gums can present problems with eating and may lead to other health conditions. How can Dentures Help? Seniors with health concerns like […]

The Benefits of In-Home Care Over a Nursing Home

The Benefits of In-Home Care Over a Nursing Home

When it comes to long-term care, you need to find the right balance of comfort and simplicity for your needs – and in-home care provides both! Aging, and the limitations that come with it, is a reality all of us must face. Whether you are considering long-term care options for a loved one or yourself, […]