Too often, caregivers get wrapped up in the importance of catering to the physical needs of their elderly loved ones. It makes perfect sense. After
The most ideal living situation for an elderly person is one where he/she is aging in place. The concept, as we discussed in last week’s
Eating fruits and veggies, drinking plenty of water and avoiding fatty, sugary foods – it is advice we’ve all heard over and over again. It’s
Over the course of the next couple of months, we’ll be having predominantly warm and sunny weather. But it won’t be fun for everyone. Seniors
Are you taking advantage of the warm and sunny weather yet? With spring well underway, many Canadians are already enjoying the great outdoors. The return
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
Sleeping is important for us all. Along with a healthy diet and exercise, a good night’s sleep is a key ingredient to optimum overall health.
According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, four out of five injury hospitalizations involving seniors are due to falls. Between 2017 and 2019, injury
We all know the importance of personal hygiene. Or do we? If we’re being honest, there are days when we just don’t pay as much
You’d be hard pressed to speak to any medical professional who doesn’t champion healthy eating as a way to live a fruitful life. Pun intended.
