The LifeCare Mobility Solutions team would like to offer its utmost respect to every single member of the Canadian Armed Forces, both past and present. As it is Remembrance Day, we especially pay tribute to those who have fallen in the line of duty to protect this great nation of ours. Winter officially get underway […]
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According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, approximately 310,000 Canadians live in health care and related institutions. This excludes Quebec. Of these individuals, about 143,000 live in nursing homes where more than 90 percent of residents are over the age of 65. As well, there are twice as many women as there are men
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In just a week and a half, Halloween will be here! This is a fun time of year for people of all ages. However, when we think of Halloween, we generally think of children getting dressed up in costumes and going trick or treating. But that certainly doesn’t mean their older counterparts can’t get in
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Autumn is in full swing. Thankfully, here in Toronto, temperatures haven’t dipped too low just yet. So far, we’re still enjoying double digit days. Nevertheless, the inevitable is coming. It’s only going to get cooler as the weeks pass by. Many people are already preparing for the winter. You never know when those digits will
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This forthcoming weekend is a very special one for people all over Canada. Generally, Thanksgiving entails gathering together with the family for a big meal. As its namesake implies, the holiday also involves giving thanks. And while the coronavirus pandemic may make it hard for some families to gather in the large sizes they’re used
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Health experts often recommend getting in some exercise each and every day. But the type of cardio that is often suggested isn’t exactly possible for individuals who contend with mobility issues. This is especially true for wheelchair users. For those who spend the majorities of their days sitting, many exercises aren’t options. And for those
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Does the seemingly simple act of walking cause you any aches and pains? Do you sometimes find it difficult to find your balance? Is it difficult to walk long distances without stopping to rest? If you’ve answered “yes” to any of these questions, it might be time to consider the use of a wheeled walker
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When choosing between a scooter and a power wheelchair it is important to understand the differences between each category and within each category to determine the best fit for your needs. A scooter is a mobility aid featuring 3 or 4 wheels and uses a tiller and handlebars to steer and drive the device.
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This isn’t something that most Canadians want to hear. However, it’s a truth we cannot avoid. For all intents and purposes, the summer season is over! Officially, autumn will get underway on Tuesday, September 22nd. However, with the weather already chilling out and school beginning this week, there’s no denying it. Fall is pretty much
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Too often, older adults get stereotyped as being incapable and not altogether “there”. Sure, senior citizens often combat limitations on both their physical and mental states. However, they have lived lives longer than the rest of us. Undoubtedly, they deserve our respect and our support. This is especially true for our elderly parents. It’s only
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