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Tips on How to Approach Seniors who Refuse Help


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 ...

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May

2023

Practicing Mindfulness with Seniors


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...

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May

2023

Mental Health and Older Adults


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...

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October

2022

Benefits of a Daily Routine for Seniors


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 ...

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July

2022

10 ways for seniors to keep cool in the heat


During the hot summer months, some seniors can be at risk for heat stroke more than others as their bodies cannot adjust to high temperatures like young people can. To keep our seniors safe and cool, we have come up with a list of thi...

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June

2022

Common Challenges Seniors Face Living Alone


There are many seniors who still live alone and maintain their own residence but sometimes there are some challenges to those living alone and could use assistance with. If you have a loved one who is living alone at home, here are so...

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April

2022

Winter Safety for Seniors


As we enter December in Canada, we know that the snow is upon us! Understanding the snow cannot and will not stop us from going outdoors, we have put together some tips for winter safety to assist our seniors. Stay indoors if you c...

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December

2021

Benefits of Pursuing Leisure Activities


Leisure and recreation pursuits are a common activity every individual partakes in at some point in their lifetime. Did you know participation in leisure activities is highly beneficial and recommended for older adults? Participating ...

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August

2021

Technology and Older Adults


Technology is forever changing, and the fast-paced updates can be rather daunting. Technology can be a great way for families and friends to maintain communication, especially with COVID! Below, we have some tips for seniors currentl...

5

July

2021

Men’s Health


We have all encountered it – a gentleman in our life should see his family physician for one reason or another but continuously puts off the appointment. To help, we have compiled a list of tips to promote men’s health! **Please ...

14

June

2021

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