There are a variety of different animals that can be a good companion for any person young or old, but cats and dogs are the most common pets used for pet therapy. It seems to be more and more common amongst seniors, as age tends...
September
In the last couple years, scammers have found a way to weasel their way into our elderly communities throughout Ontario. In Toronto alone, 80 seniors have been scammed out of 1.1 million dollars since 2021. Many of these calls cons...
July
Are you feeling defeated trying to keep a parent or loved one as healthy as possible in their later years, but they just flat out refuse your help? You are not alone. Sometimes seniors refuse our help even when they really need it. In ...
May
Practicing mindfulness with seniors is important for their overall well-being. As people age, being mindful can help us to have a more positive outlook on life. It can help us to improve control over our thoughts, emotions and can ev...
May
Half of all diabetic patients are over 55. It is also the leading cause of blindness in adults and leaves seniors twice as likely to be hospitalized for kidney infections. Our body converts the food we eat into glucose. Insulin, pr...
December
Healthy aging and wellness is made up essentially of four topics. These include: BALANCE – which refers to finding the balance between physical, mental, social, and spiritual aspects of one’s life. SOCIAL CONNECTION –...
November
Mental health talk has increased over the last few years, creating a positive conversation for people who experience mental health challenges. Mental health disorders are becoming more common in all population, but especially in older...
October
Healthy eating is important at every age, but more so as we get older. Eating healthy and physical activity together can make a difference between a healthy life and time spent relying on others. It can also prevent or slow down...
October
Any person who meets the eligibility can receive homecare services. In Ontario, publicly funded homecare falls under MOHLTC (Ministry of Health & Long Term Care). Local health care is funded by LHIN’s (Local Health I...
August
Did you know a daily routine reduces stress for seniors? We have come up with a few benefits for seniors having a daily routine. Sometimes when days are unstructured and unpredictable this can cause stress in our seniors. Like any ...
July
