by michaellu | Feb 17, 2023 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are progressive cognitive conditions that severely affect the person’s ability to function as they’re used to in their day-to-day lives. The dementia journey creates a whole new set of challenges for the entire family that should be...
by michaellu | Feb 4, 2023 | Heart Health
February is Heart Month in Canada, the perfect time to review how we can improve our own heart health and that of our elderly loved ones. According to Government of Canada statistics, nearly 1 million Canadians over age 65 suffered from heart disease in 2020....
by michaellu | Jan 19, 2023 | Family Support
Many older people who experience abdominal cramping, pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, or other unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms may be suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a relatively common chronic disorder that affects the stomach...
by michaellu | Jan 3, 2023 | Health
Now that we’re in the throes of January, many people in Southern Ontario have to adjust to cold temperatures, inclement weather, and days with the fewest daylight hours. You might find yourself staying in more than you would during the summer. For many people, it’s...
by michaellu | Dec 23, 2022 | Health
Falls can have serious consequences, especially for older people. According to the Government of Canada, falls cause 85 percent of seniors’ injury-related hospitalizations and 95 percent of all hip fractures. In addition, 50 percent of all falls in older people...
