Can you Hear Me
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. Approximately one in three older adults have hearing loss, but many don’t want to admit it, […]
Adjusting After the Loss of a Partner
For many seniors, the huge life shift that occurs following the loss of a spouse or partner can be the tipping point at which their need for assistance at home becomes clear. While in the midst of dealing with the grief that comes with such a loss, it can be hard for seniors to accurately […]
Supporting Seniors As They Deal with Loss
Losing someone you love is beyond challenging and deeply distressing in any stage of life, but going through the stages of mourning and grief can be especially harrowing for seniors. The emotional anguish and overwhelming sadness that comes with experiencing loss can impact both the mental and physical health of seniors in significant ways. As […]
The Importance of Hydration for Seniors’ Health
Remembering medications, health appointments, exercising, eating well, and maintaining healthy lifestyle practices can make growing older feel like it comes with an unending list of things to do and keep track of. As task lists grow and priorities pile up, it becomes easy for some elements to get forgotten or pushed to bottom of the […]
