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4 Travel Tips For Seniors Planning Vacations Before Summer’s End

4 Travel Tips For Seniors Planning Vacations Before Summer’s End

It might be hard to believe, but the glorious summer season is beginning to wind down. The back to school rush is right around the corner and many Canadians are preparing for cooler temperatures to emerge. For some people, this is the time of year to book a vacation. Have you been considering flying out […]

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How The Summertime Can Exacerbate Bathroom Accidents

How The Summertime Can Exacerbate Bathroom Accidents

When you think about the summertime, you likely don’t have your bathroom in mind. After all, it’s the season when we all spend more time outdoors in the sunshine. It’s important to know, however, that summer actually brings an increased risk of accidents in the bathroom. It’s considered one of the most dangerous rooms in

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Which Health Conditions Can A Porch Lift Help You To Manage

Which Health Conditions Can A Porch Lift Help You To Manage?

With the summer season all set to kick off, the majority of us are planning a bunch of outdoor activities in the months to come. For individuals with mobility challenges, however, leaving the home can be a harrowing experience. Do the stairs in front of your home represent a significant barrier for you or another

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What Are The Top Ailments Your Stair Lift Can Help You Overcome

What Are The Top Ailments Your Stair Lift Can Help You Overcome?

For the majority of us who live in multi-level houses, the act of going up and down the stairs is a daily routine we take for granted. For older adults and individuals with mobility challenges, however, navigating steps can be a daily struggle. Do you live with someone who suffers from chronic pain, is nursing

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How Seniors Can Prepare For Their Biggest Warm-Weather Challenges

How Seniors Can Prepare For Their Biggest Warm-Weather Challenges

In just under a month’s time, the summer season will officially get underway! This is an exciting time for most Canadians. Warm days and sunny skies mean a lot of outdoor activities that you just can’t enjoy during the far-too-long cold months of the year. Older adults and their caregivers like the summertime too. However,

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Celebrating Victoria Day Long Weekend With Your Elderly Loved One

Celebrating Victoria Day Long Weekend With Your Elderly Loved One

Even though we celebrated Mother’s Day this past weekend, the festivities are only just beginning! All across Canada, Victoria Day will be celebrated on Monday, May 19th. For many Canadians, the forthcoming holiday long weekend represents the unofficial start of summer. The occasion is known for its family get-togethers, fireworks, barbecues and outdoor events. How

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How Older Adults Can Avoid The Most Common Springtime Injuries

How Older Adults Can Avoid The Most Common Springtime Injuries

Now that we are a month into spring, we can (hopefully) assume we’ve seen the last of snow for a while. Warm and sunny days are ahead, giving us all more opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. It’s important to note, however, that this seasonal shift brings with it a unique set of risks. This

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4 Safe And Enjoyable Ways For Seniors To Celebrate Passover And Easter

4 Safe And Enjoyable Ways For Seniors To Celebrate Passover And Easter

Passover, also called Pesach, is a major Jewish holiday. This year, the week-long celebration takes place between Saturday, April 12th and Sunday, April 20th. Easter, also called known as Pascha, is a Christian festival. This year, it begins with Good Friday, on Friday, April 18th and culminates with Easter Monday, on Monday, April 21st. For

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Welcoming Back Baseball With Fun And Safe Sports Activities For Seniors

Welcoming Back Baseball With Fun And Safe Sports Activities For Seniors

Last week, a brand new Major League Baseball season got underway! For baseball fans all over Canada, this is a pretty exciting time of year. It’s been a pretty good week so far. Our hometown Toronto Blue Jays sport a record of 4-2, as of this writing. Many of us know an elderly loved one

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