Here, in the City of Toronto, we don’t need to wait until the 21st of December to know that winter has arrived. With the light snowfall and in-the-minus temperatures we’ve received lately, Torontonians know that winter is already here! Naturally, it’s time for us all to bundle up. The older adults of our city, however, […]
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This past Sunday, we all turned the clock backs one hour. The annual “fall back” tradition is officially known as the end of daylight saving time (DST). For many, the extra hour we gain seems like a bonus. However, for many seniors, the time change can disrupt their sleep patterns. Because many older adults have
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For many Canadians, this is a very exciting time of year. Halloween will be here in a couple of weeks and the holiday season will begin almost immediately thereafter. Nevertheless, this spot on the calendar isn’t exactly beloved by everyone. Seniors often find cold days to be major burdens. This is because a big drop
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Back pain does not discriminate. It can impact all people of all ages. It goes without saying, however, that as we age, aches and pains only increase. With back pain being such a common issue, it’s no surprise that many seniors are affected by it. Between the natural wear and tear on the body and
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Don’t look now, but we only have 11 days left in the summer season! Autumn officially gets underway on September 22nd. For most Canadians, this time of year means that vacation time is over. Naturally, the summertime is most associated with taking trips. However, for many older adults – especially those who are retired –
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For many older adults, contending with mobility challenges is only a small portion of their daily struggles. Loneliness, isolation and depression are also major factors in an elderly person’s well-being. This is why making social connections should be a greater priority than most think. For seniors, socializing is more than just a way to pass
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Are you ready for the summer season to begin? You don’t have to wait too long! The summertime officially gets underway on Thursday, June 20th. This time of year is generally a very exciting one for most Canadians. By now, we’re more than ready for a good stretch of warmth and sunshine. Older adults enjoy
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Where should I go on vacation? With May starting today, this is probably a question you’ll be asking yourself with a little more consistency in the weeks to come. With spring in full swing and summer on the way, it’s the ideal time of year to plan a trip. While travelling can be fun for
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The simple act of standing upright is one that most of us take for granted. However, it’s widely known that, as we age, we can’t take perfect balance for granted. One of the top concerns that older adults have is falling down and hurting themselves. After all, as Age Safe Canada puts it, falls have
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Acts of fraud have likely been in existence for as long as humans have been on Earth. Of course, it’s extremely unfortunate when someone is a victim of fraud. Identity theft, for example, can take a person several months to rectify. This is especially true during an era where we spend so much time online.
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