As people get older, they begin to consider many more safety factors within their life. Their bodies begin to move a bit slower, their limbs may not have the strength that they were once used to, and there may be difficulty in cognitive function. Even some medical conditions can have sudden impacts that could contribute…
Tag Archives: Senior
Aug
24
2022
Over the past decade, Canada has seen a significant increase in the number of senior citizens wanting to remain working or rejoin the workforce. According to census data from Statistics Canada, more than 53 percent of men aged 65 or older and 38.8 percent of women of the same age were still working in some…
Aug
19
2022
Retirement has its many advantages, but it can also be difficult for some senior citizens to know exactly what to do with themselves. When they have been working for a large majority of life, it can be hard to find a routine or sense of purpose at first. This is exactly where getting a pet…
Aug
17
2022
There are several different types of Dementia, with one of the most common forms being Lewy Body Dementia, also referred to as LBD. This type of Dementia happens to over 1 Million people in the United States alone. There are many common factors between LBD and other types of Dementia, but it also has its…
Aug
12
2022
Hearing a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or Dementia can be one of the hardest things for an individual and their family to hear. This is already on top of worrying about the Alzheimer’s symptoms, early signs, changes, and difficulties that they have all noticed and experienced. While a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or Dementia can feel like…
Aug
10
2022
The physical and mental health benefits of caring for a pet have been long established for people of virtually any age. Although, new search seems to indicate that senior citizens, in particular, may greatly benefit from a furry friend. The National Poll on Health Aging surveyed 2,051 adults between the ages of 50 to 80,…
Aug
05
2022
Preparing for retirement care of senior loved ones requires much saving and handling of affairs, but being unaware of the costs increases the difficulty. Unfortunately, the exact costs of retirement care can vary, but a general idea can make it much easier to make needed arrangements. Costs can also vary depending on the type and…
Aug
01
2022
Families want the correct and best type of care for their senior loved ones who need some extra help. Fortunately, there are many great facilities and care teams that can help, but it is important to understand the differences in the types and levels of care available. The first question in this situation is whether…
Jul
25
2022
Summertime brings lots of fun in the sun, but it can also bring extreme temperatures that affect everyone, regardless of age. However, due to several different factors, it’s incredibly important to look out for older Canadians during those hot summer months. As people get older, their physiology changes, making them more sensitive to summer heat,…
Jul
22
2022
Summer is a wonderful time of year, filled with sunshine, adventure, and nature. But for older Canadians who might not have the means or aren’t able to enjoy summer in the same way that they used to, summer can make them feel a bit trapped. This is especially true during extreme temperatures when it might…