If an ageing loved one starts exhibiting symptoms such as coughing or a fever, it is difficult to know whether it might be COVID-19 or influenza since both have similar symptoms. There are some key differences at the onset, which might help you determine which one it is more likely to be. However, if you …
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 much as many of us would like the warm weather to stick around, it is finally cooling down, and winter will be upon us before we know it. Fall is a great time to do some maintenance around the house in preparation for the colder season. But if you have senior loved ones living …
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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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Last week, we talked about the importance of exercise throughout one’s life to help maintain health and preserve independence. But, did you know that many seniors are afraid to exercise at home because they fear falling or injuring themselves? And of course, this is a valid concern! Before you or your senior loved one takes …
Although new cases of COVID-19 have tapered off considerably since the spring, taking measures to prevent the spread of the virus is still extremely important. And since elderly Canadians are at the highest risk for severe cases, it is important that we are taking measures to protect our senior loved ones. With schools only recently …
When family members first start to consider home care for their senior loved ones, they can quickly become overwhelmed with all the available information on home care and home care services. At times, it becomes challenging to separate the truth from bias or misinformation. In this article, we will discuss 5 common misconceptions about home …
Poor circulation in the feet is not uncommon in older adults. As we age, our circulatory systems can become less efficient and we can also become more likely to develop other conditions that contribute to poor circulation. While this is usually nothing to worry about, it can be quite annoying and sometimes even interfere with …
As we age, our metabolisms slow and we become at a greater risk for chronic conditions. The good news is that through lifestyle choices such as diet and nutrition, we can ward off many of these effects well into later life. We put together some tips to help you and your elderly loved one maintain …
When surgery is recommended for yourself or a loved one, you will naturally have a lot of questions. It is a good idea to learn all you can, including what you can do to help yourself recover afterward. In this blog, we offer five tips to help you or a loved one recover from surgery. …
