Beneficial Information – Aging in Place
Recently I have been communicating with the Outreach Communicator from Health.com, a free web resource, providing useful information to help older adults and those caring for them, and I have been asked to share on our blog page their published posts. This easy-to-understand guide that we will share today, written by Sara Lindberg, M.Ed, is […]
Living In a Facility Versus In Home Care Services
As one ages there may arise different changes in the senior’s life. The changes may come subtly and almost unnoticeable at first, or they may come rapid and unexpected. There may be physical or mental decline or often both. Once these changes appear, weather they are from normal aging or associated with a chronic disease, […]
A Marvelous Father!
Whether your father is your biological father or someone who is a father figure to you, either role plays a big part in your life. Ever since you were a kid, you have always looked up to your dad since no one could do what your dad could, no one was wiser or stronger than […]
Happy Mothers Day!
What a privilege it is to have a mother. Mother was there since the first day we were born. She was there to provide for our first needs. She heard every cry and was never tired to comfort and sooth. She spent numerous sleepless nights when we were sick providing care and comfort tirelessly. Mother […]
Mental Health and COVID-19
According to CMHA (Canadian Mental Health Association) 40% of Canadians report a decline in mental health due to COVID-19. That is an immense number, considering that Canada’s population is over 37 million which means that about 15 million people’s mental health has somehow been affected negatively by COVID-19. How does COVID-19 affect mental health? Increase […]
The Benefits of Walking
Walking is one of the safest, most beneficial types of exercise for the general population but especially for seniors. It’s an affordable way to stay fit as there is no need for a gym membership when stepping outside! It could be quite enjoyable whether you like to walk alone, with a friend or a companion. […]
April Showers Bring May Flowers
After a long winter and quite a bit of isolation, we are looking forward to the warm weather and finally being able to go outside again and enjoy this beautiful and hopeful time of the year. Unfortunately, we are currently in the middle of yet another lockdown and have been advised to stay inside. According […]
Let’s Beat Coronavirus!
We’ve all been tired of hearing of the coronavirus so we’re not going to talk about the dreadful statistics, or the devastating impact it has had over almost the entire human population. Instead, we are going to talk about what can we do to beat it! Firstly, we would like to start off by stating […]
A Well-Balanced Lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is so important because it helps us live healthier, stronger, and longer. Things like a wholesome diet, physical activity, fresh air, lots of water, and rest are great ways to stay healthy and are the key to a well-balanced lifestyle. 1. A wholesome diet A balanced diet will lower the risk of […]
What is Dementia?
Dementia is a broad term for multiple diseases that impair mental cognition and ability to function normally. These diseases are physical changes in the brain that cause the brain cells to die thus preventing normal nerve connection which leads to mental impairment and degradation. Dementia is not a normal part of aging it is rather a […]