The numbers tell the true story; one-third of dementia caregivers are daughters and wives are much more likely to care for their husbands. Of more than 400,000 older Canadians living with dementia, women represent some two-thirds or 61% of...
Choosing senior care options for your loved one can be very overwhelming for a variety of reasons. It’s hard to find the perfect place for your aging family member, but luckily there are a variety of tools and resources...
Illegal drug use is at an all time high across the continent. Opioid prescriptions are easy to obtain and theft of prescription drugs is common. Health workers, particularly those who work with seniors, are trained to look for the...
We continue with the second part in our series on end of life care with another guest post from...
Sebastian Sepulveda, MD, author of At Death's Door: End of Life Stories from the Bedside
Understanding What’s to Come: Open and Honest Conversations
I am a...
As parents and loved ones become older, their wellbeing and safety can become major concerns. For all of us, our memories can struggle with age, and that can affect how well we look after ourselves. That can range from...
We are now living longer than ever. However, for many of us this doesn’t mean that we are living healthier. Many seniors spend years coping with chronic conditions and disabilities. At the same time, they may be looking after...
It is not possible for everyone to live with their parents and to take care of them as they age. Many a times it is parents who insist on living alone. You want the best for them and you...
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...
The UK population is, on average, getting older. Naturally this means there are more older drivers on Britain's roads. In fact, in the UK there are 1.2 million full licence holders in their eighties, 100,000 in their nineties and...
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When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, their healthcare provider may suggest that you look into a memory care program for them. To many, this term...
