by michaellu | Aug 18, 2022 | Health
Caring for an elderly loved one is a loving, noble act for which you should feel proud. However, the demands of providing care can also be overwhelming and stressful, especially if the older adult requires 24-hour care over the long term. Feelings of being in over...
by michaellu | Aug 2, 2022 | Family Support
Your parents have spent most of their lives making their own decisions. They also made most decisions for us as we were growing up. However, there may come a time when we have to step in and make care choices to manage their health and well-being. In most cases, this...
by michaellu | Jul 21, 2022 | Fitness & Activities
As we age, we get a lot of information from doctors and other health professionals on how we can keep our bodies healthy to avoid diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and other life-changing health conditions. However, research shows that exercising our brains is also...
by michaellu | Jul 3, 2022 | Health
You’ve probably heard the old proverb, “Laughter is the best medicine.” It’s no joke! Laughter brings many health and social benefits to people of all ages, especially older adults. As a caregiver to an elderly loved one, keeping a sense of humour while carrying out...
by michaellu | Jun 27, 2022 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
It can be frightening when an elderly loved one seems to have become more forgetful or confused than usual. You will likely have lots of questions, including what is causing the memory loss or what the future holds for your family. Memory loss is one of the most...
