What is Palliative Care at Home
Home care is the preferred option for most people with a terminal illness. Remaining within the comforts of home alleviates a lot of stress that moving into assisted living programs often has on people in later stages of life. Providing home care relies on good community-based services and a general practice workforce competent in palliative […]
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 […]
Understanding Options for End of Life Care
It is essential for seniors and their caregivers to understand end-of-life care options, like hospice or palliative choices. Sometimes life ends unexpectedly. But for many seniors, the end of life comes with warning signs and happens slowly. Although difficult to discuss, it is crucial for seniors and their caregivers to understand their options. Main Types […]
When Seniors Refuse Medication
There are many reasons why our elderly neglect to take their drugs properly. The most common cause is that they forget, which seems innocent enough. Medication can be a doubtful advantage for both seniors and their caregivers. There can be side effects and reasons seniors put up a fight. On average senior takes about seven […]
Cannabis and Seniors
The prevalence of cannabis use among older adults (aged 65 and above) for recreational and medicinal purposes has significantly increased in recent years. Information regarding the safety of cannabis in this population is important since aging is associated with metabolic changes, multiple morbidities, increases in prescription medication use, and an overall decline in functioning. The […]
Multi-Media Options for Senior Communication and Entertainment
Watching TV, listening to music, and engaging with social media software can be more than just a way for seniors to pass the time. Many of us tend to view consuming media such as TV and movies solely as a leisure activity that doesn’t have a whole lot of value. For seniors with high energy […]
What is a Person-Centred Approach to Care?
A person-centred approach is where the individual is the centre of the service and is treated as a person first. The focus is on the person and what they can do, and support is about achieving the person’s aspirations and tailored to their needs and unique circumstances. You have the right to access healthcare when […]
Nurse Case Management at Promyse Home Care
Nurse Case Managers at Promyse are compassionate and friendly, provide open and honest ongoing communication, as well as regular re-assessments to make sure your loved one’s physical, mental, and emotional needs are met. Quality Care Nurses bring to case management the knowledge and experience that is required for the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and […]
5 Myths About Aging
Recognizing the difference between what is a normal aspect of aging and what is a troublesome symptom can be complicated. The assumption used to be that aging equalled a steady and predictable decline in our physical and mental abilities, but we have found that this is not always necessarily the case. Aging does not inevitably […]
Help for a Loved One with Dementia Refusing Care
When aging parents refuse help, it can be an incredibly frustrating experience. When that parent is exhibiting symptoms of dementia, it can cause the worries to skyrocket. It is important that we understand two of the main reasons older adults tend to refuse care and deny the presence of dementia – anosognosia and fear. What […]
