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Caregiving

Caregiving is one of the most selfless acts a person can do and so many people around the world and don’t even know that they are doing it!
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Every time we turn on the TV there’s some story about a new technology, gadget or breakthrough. Some are funny, like the app that adds animal noses and ears to human faces on a cell phone, and some are...
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that causes extreme tiredness and pain in muscles, joints and bones. The symptoms are widespread and there is no cure at this time. Though you may only hear of it affecting younger people it...
Ask any current or former caregiver to describe the role of caregiving and the answer you will often hear is “journey”. The definition is certainly appropriate; however, there can be much more to the job. As a former co-caregiver...
Home is where the heart is.  For many of us baby boomers it’s where we’re most comfortable; surrounded by the things we love in a space that is welcoming and familiar to us. The overwhelming majority of seniors wish...
Did you know that there are literally millions of family caregivers across North America? How many millions? Oh about 17+.  Ranging in age from 20 years old and up. Because our population of 65+ seniors increases everyday, the demands on family...
Auto Accident Help

Auto Accident Help

This article cannot provide legal advice, just information you ought to have and get from another driver should you collide. It only talks about vehicle damage and not any personal injuries. Every car should have proof of insurance plus...
One of the most common problems with dementia is managing sleep. Many dementia and Alzheimer's patients have trouble sleeping and this can lead to further loss of cognitive ability as well as instability. Sleep problems can become quite an...
This year, National Hospice Palliative Care Week falls from May 7th to 13th. This special week is when the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association asks Canadians to learn about hospice palliative care and advance care planning. They ask that...
It’s getting late, like around 11 pm when you’re supposed to be either watching the news or already in bed with a book or listening to music and nearing sleep time. The phone rings. A parent. Or both. Just to see...
What is Elder Abuse?  Elder abuse is an intentional act, knowing, or neglect that causes or creates a risk of harm to an older adult. Types of Abuse * Physical Abuse- inflicting physical pain or injury on a senior. * Sexual Abuse- non-consensual...