The Benefits of In-Home Care Over a Nursing Home
When it comes to long-term care in a nursing home or In-Home 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 […]
Keeping our Senior Loved Ones on their Feet and Prevent Falls
Among Canadian seniors, falls remain the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations and between 20% and 30% of seniors fall each year, with the numbers rising. Falls and associated outcomes harm the injured individuals and affect family, friends, care providers and the health care system. Falls can lead to negative mental health outcomes such as fear […]
Differences between In-Home, Live-In and In-Home Nursing Care
Choosing the right services starts with understanding the main options available with each type of in-home health care. It is good to understand the different options available for aging at home so that when it is time for additional care for your loved one, you know which service(s) are suitable to provide the best care […]
How to Eat and Be Healthy After a Stroke
After suffering a stroke, it might be harder to get all the nutrients you need. Your healthcare provider can assure you are getting good nutrition. Healthy eating can improve your health and reduce your risk of having another stroke. There may be conditions that make it difficult to eat and drink, such as: Â These […]
Is Palliative Care in Ontario Free
In Ontario, there is no cost for palliative care medical services for patients in their homes, hospices, or hospitals. Because it is publicly funded, if you qualify for OHIP and need to be in a hospital, hospice, or long-term care home, palliative care services are provided. Home care is also publicly funded by the Home and Community Care […]
Can you Hear Me? Is it Hearing Loss?
Imagine if you awoke one day and realized that you could no longer hear your favourite songs, the sound of your grandchildren laughing, the nuances of your regular tv shows, or even inside jokes shared with your closest friends. Hearing Loss Approximately one in three older adults have hearing loss, but many don’t want to […]
How do I Know if I am Having a Stroke?
If you think your loved one is having a stroke, every minute counts! It is important to understand the signs and symptoms of stroke, so you can take quick action and hopefully save a life. Different parts of your brain control different parts of your body, and symptoms will depend on the part of the […]
Eating for a Healthy Recovery after Surgery
Recovering after Surgery can be a Challenging Task for a Senior. Each year in Canada, over one million surgeries are performed. If your loved one is in recovery after surgery or is scheduled for surgery after surgery care is so essential, and that includes eating healthy foods to help the healing process. Whether surgery is […]
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? […]
