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Did you know that November is Fall Prevention Month? It’s unquestionable that we should all be concerned about our safety every month of the year. However, this month, special attention is brought to the leading cause of injury-related deaths and…

We still have the better part of two months before the winter season officially arrives. But that doesn’t mean Mother Nature will necessarily pay attention. As with most Canadian climates, the weather, here in Toronto, can be unpredictable. With…

If you are a caregiver of an elderly person, you undoubtedly have one of the toughest jobs that could ever be bestowed upon you. Needless to say, you have someone’s life in your hands on a daily basis and, as a result, must always practice the…

If you’re a caregiver of an individual with mobility issues, allow us to first applaud you. You are a special person who undoubtedly deserves more credit than you’re likely to get on a regular basis. Whether you’re related to your care…

Have you noticed that it’s getting darker a lot earlier in the evenings these days? By the time it’s about 6:30 p.m., the sun is down. And that’s only going to get worse once the hours turn back an hour early next month. It’s that time of…

The team, here at LifeCare Mobility Solutions, has been a long-time proponent of the stair lift. And why wouldn’t it be? In our many years of experience providing mobility solutions to those with mobility issues, we have come to understand that the…

It’s important for all of us to take precautions when entering a bathroom. Yes, we all use the bathroom daily and pretty much take for granted that we’re safe when we’re in there. For most seniors, however, safety is not something that can be taken…

Getting a good night’s sleep is important for us all. Without an adequate amount of sleep each night, we feel fatigued, sluggish and downright depressed. There are health implications to having restless nights as well. And, unfortunately, things only…

This is it folks. Enjoy the last few days of summer. Yes, we know that school has been in for several weeks now. But, as of this Monday, September 23rd, the summer season will officially transition into fall. Of course, this isn’t news that most…

Porch lifts are awesome! At LifeCare Mobility, we proudly carry high-quality porch lifts from such top-of-the-line manufacturers as Bruno and Serenity Healthcare Products. Even though porch lifts are designed for both indoor and outdoor…

Knee pain is common in elderly people. Often, it is caused by osteoarthritis, which Canada.ca explains is “the wearing down of cartilage in the joints of the body, causing varying degrees of pain, stiffness and swelling. A majority of Canadians…

In last week’s blog, we took on the unfortunate task of reminding you that summer is almost over. Nevertheless, we offered up a few suggestions regarding summertime activities that are safe for seniors. Well, the inevitable is coming. By this time next…

We hate to be the bearers of bad news, but the glorious, beautiful summer is winding down. Yes, it technically has a little over one full month to go. Nevertheless, over the course of the next two weeks, the kids will be back in school. In the…

For elderly individuals who have difficulty getting around without any assistance, there are many mobility solutions available. Selecting the right one for you has everything to do with your specific needs. What are your limitations? How much can you…

At LifeCare Mobility Solutions, we proudly carry high-quality stair lifts of both the straight and curved variety. As their names imply, straight stair lifts are fitted to staircases with no bends or curves while curved stair lifts are fitted to…