You love your parents. Therefore, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to see the physical limitations they endure as they age, isn’t it? For many Canadians, the mental decline of their elderly loved ones is a particular hardship. As we age, we all need a little help...
November is Fall Prevention Month! Of course, we should all be doing our best to prevent falls all year round. But this is the month when we get an extra special bulletin that reminds us that keeping upright is a key to optimum health. This is especially true for...
It is not uncommon for older adults to neglect their cleanliness upkeep. For some, the reasons are memory-related. For others, the physical labour required to bathe is simply too much. No matter the reason for not keeping clean, a senior’s personal hygiene remains...
If you live with an elderly loved one or person with mobility issues, you’ve undoubtedly had to make some changes to your home. Needless to say, it’s important to keep all of your home’s inhabitants safe. However, for those with disabilities, getting around the home...
Halloween is coming up in a couple of weeks! Generally speaking, it’s an annual occasion that is catered towards children and their excitement around trick or treating. Of course, the spooky celebration is about so much more than candy. And, naturally, people of all...
Who doesn’t love getting a good night’s sleep? Especially after a long day, most of us look very much forward to cuddling up under the covers. However, even during those super tired moments when we think we’re going to sleep soundly – we don’t. For many reasons, a lot...