Valentine’s Day comes around just when everyone needs a reason to shake off the winter doldrums. You can brighten the days of the older adults in your life, those living with dementia in Vancouver, or those receiving home support in...
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Gift-giving on Valentine’s Day isn’t just for romantic partners. The holiday offers an opportunity to express love and friendship, and your older loved ones will appreciate being included. The next challenge is determining what to gift the...
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January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and health care advocates across the province are seeking to provide education and support to those living with the disease. Approximately 564,000 Canadians are currently living with some form of dementia...
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With January designated as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, the elder care community is reaching out to caregivers to lend emotional support and practical guidance. The need within society is great. Alzheimer’s disease touches the lives of over...
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Finding the right gift for a senior family member can sometimes be a challenge. Many people downsize their homes or live in assisted living during their later years, decreasing storage space. This makes it important to select practical-yet-fun...
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The holidays are a fun and joyous time for many of us, but this isn’t always the case for seniors. According to a study from the Statistics Canada, almost a fifth of seniors lacks regular social interaction. Decreasing energy levels and mobility...
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Protecting your elderly loved one from a fall is one of the most important ways to help someone maintain a full and active life. Roughly half of falls happen inside the homes of Canadian seniors, which means you have an opportunity to address...
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A fall for an elderly person could end independent living or even life. Death claims a full 25 percent of seniors within six months of a fall that fractures a hip. In British Columbia, falls represent the most common source of injuries among...
Read more Most elders value quality time spent with family members and friends more than material gifts. Your visit, telephone call, or card in the mail will benefit their well-being. Generational differences, however, might make you feel uncertain how to...
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For the 19th year in a row, British Columbia is celebrating Community Living Month. Each October, BC takes time to raise awareness of people with disabilities, and celebrate their inclusion in our society. About Community Living Month During...
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A professional can help a senior get around the home, but an elderly person’s home should still accommodate his or her needs. The following are a few changes a senior’s home may need for safety reasons and peace of mind. Wider...
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Seniors are susceptible to tripping; in fact, it is reported that millions of seniors trip each year. Clutter may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but it happens to be a common factor in these types of accidents, which can be quite...
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