Finding Ways To Reduce The Risk Of Falling In The Bathroom

Last week, we highlighted the fact that November is Fall Prevention Month. Now, it should probably go without saying that every month of the year is a good time to work on preventing falls. But since the winter season is practically here already, the chances of...

3 Ways To Make Bathing A Better Experience For Wheelchair Users

For many wheelchair users, the act of bathing is a difficult process. It’s one that often requires the help of a caregiver. Being transferred from the wheelchair to the bathtub is an especially delicate procedure. Naturally, a “safety first” approach must be...

Taking The Sense Of Doom Out Of The Bathroom

It’s no secret that bathrooms have slippery surfaces. You don’t even need to step into the always-slick-surfaced bathtub in order to be at risk of falling. The majority of bathrooms have tiled floors. This makes the whole slick-surface experience an immediate one any...

What Steps Can Seniors Take To Sleep Better At Night?

Who doesn’t love getting a good night’s sleep? The problem for so many of us, however, is that we just can’t seem to get enough sleep at night. For many Canadians, it’s busy schedules that keep us up longer than we’d like each day. It’s so hard to find enough time in...

How To Help Seniors Overcome Their Fear Of Falling

Many people may be under the impression that the worst experiences had by elderly people are illnesses, aches and pains. Diminished strength, trouble with balance and battles with mobility are all issues that many seniors contend with on a daily basis. However, you...

How To Create An Injury-Free Bathroom

According to a 2016 report from the Alliance for a National Seniors Strategy, explains Sandra Martin in a special to The Globe and Mail, “in Canada, between 20 per cent and 30 per cent of people over the age of 65 fall annually, threatening their independence and...