What to Know on Diabetes Care for Seniors in Kitchener-Waterloo

Senior Couple in Kitchener-Waterloo, discussing their plan for understanding Diabetes Care.

Canadian Research on Diabetes Diabetes and the accompanying symptoms that go with it impact an astonishing number of Canadians of a diverse age range across various backgrounds. One in Four Canadians aged 65+ has diabetes (Type 2 most common). 50% of seniors with diabetes are undiagnosed or prediabetic. Seniors, who account for over 40% of […]

Understanding Parkinson’s for a Better Life

Everyone’s experience with Parkinson’s is unique. The way it affects daily life varies from person to person.

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive movement disorder of the nervous system. Your nervous system allows you to understand, respond to, and make sense of the world around you. It operates all of the other vital systems in your body that help you breathe, digest, move, talk, learn, see, hear, and so much more.  Everyone’s […]

Blood Pressure & Seniors

Senior woman is getting her blood pressure checked by a nurse from Promyse Home Care at their Blood Pressure Clinic

Common Causes of Spikes & Why Regular Checks Matter As we age, monitoring blood pressure becomes more important than ever. But did you know it’s not just salt or stress that can soar those numbers? From hidden sugar in your diet to loneliness or even a poor night’s sleep, many everyday factors can quietly push […]

Dealing with Isolation & Loneliness for Seniors

Seniors dealing with loneliness benefit from having a pet as a friend and companion.

Consistent and engaging social interaction is important in contributing to overall health and well-being, especially for seniors who are dealing with isolation & loneliness. Meaningful relationships with friends and loved ones are a big part of what helps us feel connected to the world around us, reminding us that we not only have the capacity […]

Seniors Embracing Life with Hearing Loss

Senior man with hearing loss embracing life by understanding the symptoms and prevention.

People with hearing loss worry and plan how they’ll communicate every day, in every situation. And often, hearing aids or cochlear implants are not enough. Hearing loss means you have a decreased sensitivity to sounds that one normally hears. You cannot reverse hearing loss, however; you can take steps to improve what you hear. Even […]

Occupational Therapy for Seniors

Senior man working with an Occupational Therapist to gain more mobility as a solution to living a fulfilled lifestyle.

Aging presents an array of changes and challenges that impact our capacity to participate in everyday tasks in the same way we did when we were younger. Seniors often find it difficult to accept these changes and all that comes with them on both an emotional and a physical level. Having to give up activities […]

Reducing Risks of Falling for Seniors

Senior man falling on a city street worried about the risks of falling.

While you may not always be able to stop a senior from falling, you can take some steps to help reduce the risks of falling.The fear of falling among seniors is very real, causing anxiety and may limit their activity. This anxiety can actually increase the risk of falling because they cannot effectively utilize their […]

Embracing Change: A Family’s Story of Love and Dementia

Elderly woman sitting with her supportive son and daughter as they learn to embrace the changes of Dementia.

This is the story of Audry’s journey with the growing symptoms of Dementia, and how her loving family learned to embrace the change with love and compassion and how to create a safe, comforting environment. It started with little things Small moments that made us pause and exchange glances, wondering if we were imagining things. […]

What is the Difference between a PSW and a Nurse?

The difference between a PSW and a Nurse is education and scope of practice.

The difference between a PSW and a Nurse is education and scope of practice. The front-line healthcare workers consist of PSWs, RPNs, Registered Nurses, and Nurse Practitioners. Personal Support Worker (PSW) A personal support worker (PSW) can be a beneficial support for a family to lessen the pressure a family may feel with all the […]

Why is Pneumonia More Dangerous for Seniors

Pneumonia is more dangerous for Seniors and these women are wearing masks to help prevent spreading the virus.

What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a lung infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs of one or both lungs. This inflammation results in the air sacs filling up with pus or fluid. This fluid build-up can make breathing more difficult as the lungs struggle to function effectively.  When the lungs aren’t working correctly, the […]

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