The summertime is in full swing! That means that your family members, friends and neighbours are spending a lot more time outdoors. No matter your age, getting outside to enjoy the warmth and sunshine is a favourite pastime of the season. However, for older adults, it’s imperative that they are mindful of the unique challenges […]
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Welcome to the first LifeCare Mobility Solutions blog of 2023! On behalf of our entire team, we hope that this year will be your most joyous year to date. We also hope that it is a very safe year for you and your family members. As you know, our team is dedicated to assisting the
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Halloween comes this Monday! Are you ready to welcome trick-or-treaters to your home? Needless to say, the annual occasion is a fun one for kids. However, if you live with an older adult, Halloween can present a scary situation that is a little different than what horror movies generally depict. For the benefit of your
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June is here! For most Canadians, this is a very joyous time of year. This month marks the beginning of summer. Although summertime doesn’t officially get underway until the 21st, many people have already made plans to enjoy the hot and sunny season. For families that include seniors, it’s vital to ensure that those plans
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We know. We’re barely into spring. But let’s be honest. Most Canadians are already preparing for summer. You can’t blame those of us who long for the warm and sunny days of summer throughout our usually-too-long winters. We can’t imagine we’re alone in saying that we’ve had enough of the cold. Then again, we do
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Week after week, the LifeCare Mobility Solutions Blog offers up helpful advice that can all be categorized under one central theme: making seniors safe. Naturally, with our company specializing in offering both seniors and individuals with mobility issues a variety of mobility solutions and accessibility devices to choose from, it only makes sense for our
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Slipping and falling is a major concern for Canadian seniors. The statistics say it all. On their Canada.ca website, the Government of Canada confirms that falls are the leading cause of injures among Canadians 65 and older, accounting for 85 percent of seniors’ injury-related hospitalizations. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospital admissions for
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It’s no secret that, as we age, we tend to experience diminished strength and balance. As a result, many seniors take advantage of walking aids such as canes and walkers in order to help them keep upright. It simply cannot be underestimated just how much the risk of slips and falls is a major health
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