Help for a Loved One with Dementia Refusing Care
Anosognosia and Fear When aging parents suffering from dementia refuse help, it can be an incredibly frustrating experience. The emotions caregivers face can be overwhelming, including guilt, helplessness, and frustration. Acknowledging these emotions is crucial, as it validates the difficult role caregivers play. When that parent is exhibiting symptoms of dementia, worries for both the […]
At-Home Care for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia at home can feel overwhelming at times. These conditions gradually affect memory, thinking, and behavior. As they progress, your loved one may need more specialized care. In John Zeisel’s book, I’m Still Here: A New Philosophy of Alzheimer’s Care, he writes, “I remember the first time […]
How Does Cold Weather Impact Joint Pain?
Baby It’s Cold Outside! This winter has been especially cold and snowy, making many of us wish for some warm sunshine. Cold weather can change our daily routines and how we feel. When it’s chilly outside, things just seem different compared to warm, sunny days. People often hesitate to go outdoors when it’s cold. As […]
2025 Reflections: Connection In Healthcare
As we look back on the year, one theme stands out above all: the need for connection in healthcare. Moving forward in the New Year, Canadians want care that feels coherent, compassionate and continuous. They want fewer moments when their needs fall between the cracks. That desire for connection reflects decisions in 2025 and underpins […]
Live Safe & Independently with Medical Alert Systems
Personal Emergency Alarm Systems There are a few companies that offer medical alert systems in Ontario. Not every provider has the same product, longevity and experience, so it is essential to ask questions necessary to ensure your loved one will receive the service for their needs. Lifeline Canada was developed in 1974 by a husband […]
Who can Benefit from Promyse Home Care Services?
When you think of a professional home care agency like Promyse Home Care serving the Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge area, you may feel that it is only available for seniors. Indeed we are here for your aging loved ones, yet, we are so much more and available for a broad spectrum of individuals and life […]
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 the bottom of […]
Nurturing Healthy Skin for Seniors in Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge
Maintaining healthy skin is about appearance and boosting confidence and overall well-being, especially for seniors. As we age, our skin undergoes changes that require specific care and attention. This article aims to provide valuable skincare tips tailored to Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge seniors, helping them achieve and maintain healthy, vibrant skin. Skincare Strategies for Healthy […]
Adaptive Clothing for Senior Independence
As we grow older, many tasks and activities that used to be simple can all of a sudden become burdensome and strenuous. We often take for granted having the strength and mobility to carry out daily routines to continue living an independent lifestyle. Even something as seemingly straightforward as getting dressed and ready for 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 […]
