Most of us take bathroom use for granted. After all, it’s a room of the home we use every day. As a result, we assume it’s safe to use and usually don’t even think twice about it. For seniors and individuals with mobility issues, however, the bathroom can be a bit of a dangerous place. […]
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Capable caregivers of seniors are well aware of the importance of patience. They know that the older adults they care for move a bit slower and think a bit differently. Naturally, with age, we endure mobility issues involving diminished strength and balance. As well, cognitive issues can develop, making memory loss more commonplace. Both physical
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On behalf of everyone at LifeCare Mobility Solutions, we would like to wish you a very Happy New Year! We would also like to take this opportunity to remind you that we are open today and will be open tomorrow as well. On New Year’s Eve, we will close again and remain closed until our
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As we get older, we tend to allow the physical changes to our bodies to impact how we operate. Naturally, diminished strength and balance will prevent us from engaging in high-energy activities. Then again, for some older adults, seemingly simple everyday chores can also present challenges. Bathing is among them. It’s important, however, for us
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Do you live with an individual who has mobility issues? Does your aging parent reside in your home? If so, you’re likely no stranger to making modifications to your living space. Naturally, it’s important to create a safe environment for all of your loved ones to live within. But that’s not always so easy. Is
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You can never be too safe in the bathroom. Although it’s a room in the home that we use repeatedly, it should never be taken for granted. Obviously, a bathroom has slippery surfaces that make it easier to slip and fall. It is especially important to make your bathroom slip-free if it is regularly used
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It’s possible you may have tripped and fallen in recent weeks. We’re willing to bet that the damage wasn’t necessarily substantial. At least, this is what we can assume if you’re relatively young in age and have no mobility issues. For seniors, however, falling is a very serious situation. The very prospect of taking a
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With August now underway, you’re certainly well aware we’re halfway through our summer. However, there is still plenty of summer left to enjoy. For many Canadian families, that entails going outdoors to soak up the warmth and sunshine. If your family includes a senior citizen, you have to take extra precautions to keep him/her safe
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With the summertime now in full swing, you might have noticed your need to shower has increased. Especially on those hot and muggy days, you’re not likely going to want to hit the sheets before freshening up. So, if you’re a caregiver of an elderly loved one, the current situation begs a question. Does your
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Most of us taking showering for granted. It’s easy for us to soap ourselves up and rinse ourselves off. For the most part, taking a shower is a daily occurrence. We practically take the simple act for granted. For older adults, however, the act of showering isn’t always a simple one. In fact, the risk
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