As our loved ones age, we begin to think of living arrangements for when they are no longer able to do all of the things they once could. The best time to do this is before they become disabled,...
Before dесiding about senior housing орtiоnѕ, fоr уоurѕеlf or a relative, уоu nееd to firѕt determine if аѕѕiѕtаnсе is nееdеd, what kind and how much.
Chооѕing bеtwееn home саrе and moving tо аn аѕѕiѕtеd living community or long term care...
Have you thought about saving for senior care options? Have you started?
No one really enjoys these conversations but a recent article that shows some financial considerations for senior care options in North America is an eye opener.
Here are two in...
What are stairlifts?
Stairlifts are lifting devices powered by electricity which enable people with limited mobility to travel up and down staircases with ease. They are equipped with a chair or a platform, the selection dependent upon the specific user’s...
Well we have heard of email, electronics, e-myths, e-learning, e-bay, e-news, e-transfer, etc. etc. etc. but now e-caring?
We were impressed with the initiative to create such an application and why it took place. The team here could totally relate as caregivers...
Assistive devices are items that will help you with a variety of daily activities. They can maintain your independence and improve your quality of life. In many ways they add to your safety and make living much easier. All...
It’s never easy seeing the people who once cared for you reach a point when they are no longer able to care for themselves. No one particularly wants to outsource the care of their loved one to a complete...
A common occurrence throughout the country is regularly seen at most hospitals. More and more elderly patients are readmitted to the hospital shortly after discharge because of Canada's aging demographics. 12 percent of more than 700,000 senior patients had...
Many of our loved ones are discharged from the hospital and put into the care of caregivers. Their main objective is to stay healthy and remain at home. Caregivers can help with this in order to prevent hospital re-admissions....
Aging or recovering from an illness can bring a new set of challenges. You might need help with everyday tasks like getting dressed or preparing meals. But the thought of leaving your home for a care facility can be...
