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 […]
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: These challenges […]
How to Choose an In-Home Healthcare Provider
At some point in time, you and your family may call in additional support for the senior members of your family. When looking at In-Home healthcare options, it’s essential to feel safe, comfortable, and independent. The right home care provider will give you and your loved ones all the aspects of home, companion, and, if […]
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 […]
Why Seniors Want to Stay in their Homes
Given a choice, most seniors prefer to live in comfortable surroundings and stay in their own homes. Sometimes the thought of moving and leaving behind fond memories, can bring on stress both emotionally and physically. Moving out of your Home can be Overwhelming. There are unique reasons why seniors want to stay in their homes, […]
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 […]
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 […]
