by michael | Mar 22, 2021 | Fitness & Activities, Health
Every day in Canada, thousands of Canadian baby boomers will reach their 65th birthday. According to Statistics Canada, there were almost 7,000,000 people aged 65 and over in Canada, including 11,500+ centenarians in July 2020. Every year, thousands more...
by michael | Mar 4, 2021 | Health
Cataracts, a degenerative eye condition, can be frustrating for a senior. It may take away their enjoyment of favourite activities, reducing the joy they should be experiencing during their vintage years. As families, we can help by offering support to our...
by michael | Feb 17, 2021 | Fitness & Activities, Health
Getting regular exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle at any age. However, our reasons to exercise change as we age, and are especially significant for seniors who want to lead an active, joyful life. In fact, during the COVID-19 lockdown, seniors were...
by michael | Jan 5, 2021 | Health
In most cases, weight loss is a good thing. Shedding excess pounds through proper diet and exercise offers a whole host of health benefits, including reduced blood pressure, lower risk of diabetes, and a stronger heart for people of all ages. However, if an elder...
by michael | Oct 9, 2020 | Health, Homecare
When people ask me why I’m so dedicated to elder care, my thoughts drift back in time to my grandmother. I grew up in Shanghai, China during the early 70s in a multi-story apartment. Our home was always brimming with family activity. On the ground floor was the...
