Being a caregiver is an incredibly important job. We would be hard pressed to find a role of greater importance. Helping an elderly person or
It’s no secret that, as we age, we contend with physical limitations. They can be as simple as having aches and pains or as complex
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
“Every year, thousands of older adults fall and hurt themselves,” reports HealthLinkBC, “Falls are one of the main causes of injury and disability in people
For many older adults, personal hygiene upkeep is a tough sell. In some cases, seniors don’t feel the need to keep up with cleanliness because
We don’t necessarily like being so blunt, but sometimes the truth is best served straight up. The older we get, the more difficulty we have
Understandably, people often confuse dementia with Alzheimer’s disease. As a result, they tend to use the two terms interchangeably. Dementia is actually a general term
Most of us take bathroom use for granted. After all, it’s a room of the home we use every day. As a result, we assume
Here’s the scenario: you live at home with your aging parent. He/she suffers from some mobility issues that make his/her balance a concern. The last
Capable caregivers of seniors are well aware of the importance of patience. They know that the older adults they care for move a bit slower
