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...
by michaellu | Dec 9, 2022 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Maintaining a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for optimal physical and mental health. However, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can negatively impact a person’s ability and desire to eat and drink, causing them to fall short of their daily nutritional...
by michaellu | Nov 30, 2022 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Sometimes, the needs of our careers and immediate family require that we move farther from our parents than we might like. Living far away often means only seeing them face-to-face over the holidays, at special events, or when we can find the time for a...
by michaellu | Nov 14, 2022 | Family Support
Many people experience bouts of confidence issues throughout their lifetime. A lack of confidence can be debilitating to our self-esteem and lead to behaviours such as avoiding social contact, trying new activities, or negative thinking. This state of mind can also be...
by michaellu | Nov 1, 2022 | Family Support
One of the most devastating diagnoses one can receive is cancer. This terrible disease is not only physically devastating but also emotionally impactful, not just for the patient but also for their families. Older people facing this disease and the difficult...
