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Most seniors are generally pretty comfortable at home. Having reached a point in their lives when going out on the town isn’t particularly of interest to them, staying at home is an enjoyable way to spend time. Of course, these days, staying at…

Certainly, you don’t need to be reminded that we are all contending with an unprecedented situation. The coronavirus pandemic continues to impact people all over the world and, sadly, the number of cases continues to rise each day. Here,…

It goes without saying that it’s important to take measures against spreading COVID-19. But, if you have elderly loved ones to care for, your concern is understandably quite substantial. Seniors are at the highest risk of experiencing major health…

The Public Health Agency of Canada continues to maintain that the public health risk associated with COVID-19 is low for the general Canadian population. However, they admit that this could change. There is also an increased risk for Canadians who…

At present, the coronavirus is headline news. Very sadly, it seems as if the infectious disease, also known as COVID-19, is quickly becoming a worldwide epidemic. At the time of this writing, there have been more than 90,000 reported cases across the…

There has been a lot of talk about the concept of “getting old” lately. Discussions about time and how much we all have left has been a hot topic in many social circles. The recent passing of NBA legend, Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven…

Do you live with an elderly individual who has trouble safely walking up and down the stairs? Do you share a home with someone who battles with a mobility issue? Regardless of one’s age, a person’s safety is always of paramount importance. The last…

Getting truly restful sleeps at night is an important part of maintaining optimum health. That is true for all of us, regardless of our ages. It’s important that we get approximately seven to eight hours of sleep each night in order to consider…

If you live with an elderly parent or parents, you know all too well that the roles have been reversed. The people who cared for you all throughout your childhood now need you to care for them. It’s an interesting predicament to be in, to say the…

Porch lifts provide access to homes to those who have physical disabilities. When the use of a wheelchair, rollator, scooter or even a cane is necessary, getting up the front steps can be a harrowing experience. Erring on the side…

So often, those of us who live with elderly loved ones concern ourselves with their physical well-being and overall health. Of course, we should. No one needs to remind us that, as we age, we develop greater challenges related to our strength,…

Here’s hoping you’re enjoying your 2020 so far! With the new decade now more than two weeks old, many of us are anticipating news of the latest innovations. After all, technology seems to update at such rapid speeds, these days. Then again, there are…

On behalf of the entire LifeCare Mobility Solutions team, we’d like to wish you all a very happy new year! With this being our first blog of 2020, we thought it only right to greet you with such wishes, even though the year is now a little over a…

With 2020 just around the corner (only two weeks until a new decade is here!), people all over Canada are currently drawing up their New Year’s resolutions. It’s a common practice at this time of year. Often, lists are comprised of such self-made…

We are officially two weeks away from Christmas! We’re willing to bet that, like many other Canadians, you haven’t fully completed your holiday gift shopping yet. It’s understandable. You’re a busy person. Between work, the kids and caring…