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Tips for Helping Your Senior Loved One Manage Type 2 Diabetes

Unfortunately, type 2 diabetes is very common among older adults in Canada, and it can be very difficult to manage. If diabetes is not managed properly, it may develop into a very serious condition for your loved one, so it’s important to pay close attention and follow the advice of medical professionals. It is also …

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How To Make a Bathroom More Accessible For Your Senior Loved One

If your loved one is having difficulty getting to and navigating the bathroom, there are ways to make the bathroom much more accessible to them. Making the bathroom accessible will allow your senior loved one to keep their independence while staying safe at home. Here are a few updates and adjustments you can easily make. …

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Holiday Meals for Seniors with Special Dietary Needs

Getting together with our family members and sharing festive meals together is one of the best parts of the holidays. Though COVID-19 has prevented us from having big family gatherings, it is still important to visit your immediate family. But while your immediate family may enjoy the traditional holiday meal of turkey, cranberries, potatoes and …

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How Family Caregivers Can Benefit From Respite Care

With time, more and more of us are finding ourselves in the role of a family caregiver for our elderly loved ones. Baby boomers, who are themselves at or nearing retirement age, often find themselves caring for their elderly loved ones, often while still juggling the responsibilities of their own career and family. And older …

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Helping Elderly Loved Ones Stay Safe and Warm this Winter

Winter brings chilly air and occasional snow. While for most of us, that means shoveling snow and trying to stay warm indoors, it can be a little more serious for our elderly loved ones as it presents risks to their health and well-being. Staying warm during the frigid temperatures is crucial for seniors who are …

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