How To Keep Older Adults From Suffering Through Cold Temperatures

How To Keep Older Adults From Suffering Through Cold Temperatures

November has only just started. According to the calendar, we still have until nearly the end of December for the winter season to officially get underway. Mother Nature, however, has other ideas. Here in Calgary, subzero temperatures and snowfall is already the norm....
3 Important Tips For Safe Winter Wheelchair Use

3 Important Tips For Safe Winter Wheelchair Use

Here in Calgary, no one needs to be told that winter begins on the 21st of December. Our thermometers do an adequate job of letting us know that freezing temperatures are already here. The cold, in addition to the snow on the ground, is a reminder that getting around...
Safeguarding Seniors Throughout The Winter Season

Safeguarding Seniors Throughout The Winter Season

Yes, we know. The official start of the winter season doesn’t get underway for about another six weeks. But, here in Calgary, Mother Nature doesn’t tend to wait until December 21st. That makes preparing for the winter an annual event that takes place as early as...
Taking The Right Steps To Avoid Slipping And Falling In The Winter

Taking The Right Steps To Avoid Slipping And Falling In The Winter

It’s fair to say that the older we get, the harder it is to stay upright. Aging makes diminished strength, balance and mobility inevitable. This isn’t to say that every elderly person is bound to have a mobility issue. Many seniors are fully capable of performing all...
Taking Extra Special Care Of Seniors When Winter Weather Hits

Taking Extra Special Care Of Seniors When Winter Weather Hits

Needless to say, it’s imperative that older adults are protected from the elements when they venture outdoors during the winter. It’s not just cold temperatures that are the issue. Slippery, snow-covered walkways also need to be watched out for. Naturally, taking...