Feeling down every once in a while is normal, but sometimes that feeling can last longer and start to affect daily life. Age can definitely be an important factor in daily mood as often with age come complications, medical issues and some loss of independence. Since mood is such an important aspect of our health, …
As people age, they may notice that some of their cognitive functions start to fade. While it is something that is often associated with ageing and accepted to be a natural part of life – there are a number of strategies to keep your mind active and brain healthy. There is increasing evidence that the …
As our parents and loved ones start to age, or if there is a complication in their health, they will likely begin to have more frequent doctor appointments to ensure they stay healthy or that recovery is going well. Sometimes, this can be challenging – especially if they are going to appointments alone. It …
When your loved one has dementia, communicating with them may become challenging. Unfortunately, as dementia is progressive, communication usually becomes more difficult with time. Your loved one may experience the inability to understand or express their thoughts, which can be very frustrating and overwhelming for them and yourself. Having the right strategies for communicating with …
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Canadians are living longer, but the functional health of many adults declines as they age, so it is important that we stay as healthy as possible for as long as we can – and that includes our brain health. As we age, our cognitive abilities can start to decline. Thankfully, there are a few lifestyle …
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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If you have ageing parents, you may conclude that they require home care. Learning the options and making the right decisions for their well-being can feel overwhelming, but sitting down with them and talking it over is a good step towards doing what is best for their needs. When you believe they need home care, …
Those furry little paws can bring so much joy to anyone who has a pet in their life – regardless of age. For your elderly loved ones, as much as you try to spend time with them, they may be feeling a little down lately. A pet may seem like a great idea to help …
As winter approaches, the days are getting shorter and perhaps a bit more depressing. The colder temperatures may mean we are not getting outside as much as we did only a few months ago. And with COVID-19 still being an issue, many of our senior loved ones have now been physically distanced from their friends …
As the population ages, more Canadians are living with Parkinson’s disease. In fact, according to Parkinson Canada, more than 25 people in Canada are diagnosed with Parkinson’s every day, with 85% of those being over the age of 65. It is expected that there will be more than 163,700 Canadians with Parkinson’s by 2031. Symptoms …
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