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 | Oct 20, 2022 | Health, Homecare
Movement is the key to good health and overall well-being, especially as we get older. Unfortunately, many older people face health challenges that affect their ability to stay mobile and live independently. A significant health concern among older adults is...
by michaellu | Oct 7, 2022 | Family Support, Health
After a lifetime of raising and looking out for us, we often desire to give back to our parents by providing them with care and support during their vintage years. Becoming a family caregiver is a noble, admirable act driven by love, loyalty, and empathy. Caregiving...
by michaellu | Sep 2, 2022 | Health
Many older people feel safe and comfortable living at home, surrounded by special memories and cherished treasures accumulated over a lifetime of raising a family, entertaining friends, and celebrating special occasions. It’s also a place that’s intimately familiar....
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 | 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...
