Coping with Caregiver Guilt
Guilt is a far too common emotion for a lot of caregivers. Especially for family caregivers, guilt can be both a motivating factor and an immobilizing deterrent. Guilt often occurs when there is a discrepancy between idealized ambitions and actual outcomes. Even more often, these feelings of guilt are irrational and unreasonable. It is the […]
Gardening is therapy for Seniors with Alzheimer’s
At any age, gardening is a wonderful outdoor activity. Senses are stimulated as we connect with nature and we are rewarded with colourful flowers, fresh fruits, and vegetables. Gardening also has many mental and physical benefits to people with Alzheimer’s. Research indicates engaging all the senses provides positive emotions that those with Alzheimer’s may no […]
What does in-home care look like for your loved one?
Aging in the comfort of one’s own home is what every aging person may desire. Before starting your search for an in-home care provider, it is good to know what you’re looking for to ensure safety, dignity, and compassionate care is provided. Take inventory of your loved one’s daily needs and make a list of […]
3 Tips for Including Loved Ones with Dementia in Family Gatherings
As we age, participating in social activities can become more demanding and stressful. When dementia is added into the mix, it can become even more challenging. Ideally, we want to be able to include our loved ones in family gatherings for as long as possible. Those with dementia often still enjoy being social, and the […]
What is the difference between Palliative Care and Hospice Care?
Palliative care and hospice are different even though the terms are often compared as the same. Palliative care is specialized care to provide comfort and dignity for the person and the family living with the illness. If the illness is advanced, the goal is to offer the best quality of life for everyone involved. Some […]
Boosting Energy Levels for Seniors
Natural changes in the body as we age make it more strenuous to carry out tasks and activities that once seemed simple and effortless. This can present challenges for seniors as they find themselves with less energy to get through daily routines. As we grow older, the many changes that our bodies and lives are […]
Practicing Self-Care for Caregivers
Anyone that has provided care for an aging family member knows that it can be a very rewarding, yet exhausting, endeavour. In order to continue to be effective, caregivers must engage in self-care practices or they run the risk of needing medical care and assistance themselves. What is Self-Care? Self-care is getting heavy exposure these […]
Keeping Seniors Protected from Hypothermia
Canadian winters typically present a variety of challenges for the senior population. Harsh conditions and frigid temperatures can result in all kinds of problems and health risks for older adults. Seniors are generally more vulnerable to hypothermia due to the body no longer being able to hold heat as efficiently as well as underlying medical […]
Intergenerational Relationships Can Offer Significant Benefits for Seniors
As we progress through the various stages of life, we build relationships with others who tend to share similar interests and experiences. For this reason, it often ends up that our friends and strong relationships develop within the bounds of our generation or at least within the same general age group. While our social circles […]
Seniors and Sexual Health
Sexuality and sexual health are significant features of our lives, but the taboo that surrounds the topics of sex and sexuality is intensified to an even greater extent when it comes to seniors. In this day and age, there is greater openness and willingness to have important conversations regarding sexuality, sexual expression, and sexual health […]
