Age-Related Macular Degeneration – Kitchener Waterloo Cambridge
Some degree of vision loss is typical with older age and it can range in severity and effects. Macular degeneration is one form of vision loss that can significantly impact daily living and independence. Understanding macular degeneration and its effects on vision can empower seniors and their caregivers to be proactive in watching out for […]
What to Know on Diabetes Care for Seniors in Kitchener-Waterloo
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 […]
Seniors Embracing Life with Hearing Loss
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 […]
Why is Pneumonia More Dangerous for Seniors
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 […]
How to Manage the Common Cold & Flu for Seniors
While catching a cold is common for everyone, seniors, with their slightly more vulnerable health, require special attention to both prevent and manage common cold symptoms effectively. As we age, our immune system doesn’t fend off infections as well as it did when we were younger. Is it a Cold or the Flu? When you […]
The Significance of Foot Care for Senior Loved Ones
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, […]
Caring for Aging Bones: Osteoporosis and Arthritis in Seniors
Our bones are relied upon for a lot of hard work to support our bodies’ mobility, and bone health is essential for overall quality of life. But the truth is that our bones are among the most significantly altered body parts affected by the process of aging. Osteoporosis and arthritis weaken the bones, resulting in […]
Improving Care & Quality of Life for Seniors
A Conversation with Martha Wahl Martha Wahl is a clinical nurse case manager at Promyse Home Care who creates custom care plans for senior loved ones, offering support through transitional times. We met with Martha to discuss what inspires her to work with our aging community and their caregivers to optimize their quality of life. […]
Nurse Case Management for Personalized Home Care
Do you have an aging relative who wants to continue living at home but struggles with daily routines or health issues? The continually expanding population of seniors in Canada suggests that chances are good that you do. Most people will end up providing some form of home care at some point in their lives for […]
Our Nurses are Always Here For You and Your Loved Ones
National Nursing Week takes place from Monday to Sunday, May 8-14, 2023, the same week as Florence Nightingale’s birthday, May 12. Florence Nightingale is referred to as the Mother of Nursing. Florence wanted to work in hospitals; however, her family opposed it as nursing the sick or injured was not considered a decent job in […]
