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Health & Well-Being

Health and wellness…..good health and healthy living all lead to wellness.
They go hand in hand don’t you think?
What does health and wellness mean to you?
The very thought of health and wellness can be very overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be.
It should be fun inspiring and very rewarding.

Bone and Joint Health Week is this October 12th to the 20th. More emphasis is being put on seniors and bone health. The number of those with osteoporosis is growing and bone thinning can start decades before you become...
Let’s be honest, hearing aids don’t have a very positive reputation. Everyone is familiar with the stories. “They hurt my ears and all I hear is the noise”. If this is what people experience then why do we take...
The crisp fall air and bountiful autumn harvest makes us want to stay in doors and cook up a storm. In addition to our original Autumn Harvest recipes we have added some more for your cooking pleasure. On this...
To maintain a good quality of life as you age you have to stay physically fit. The more you are in shape the easier it is for you to live independently. Most seniors hate to rely on others for...
Since we started living healthier lifestyles and began visiting the dentist more, we can expect to hold onto most of our teeth well into our senior years. As we age it can become more difficult to keep our teeth...
Do you know where the danger zones are in your home? Do you know how to make them safer? Your Life, Your Home, Your Freedom             Your home provides independence. It is the place you feel most safe. However, there are dangers...
Most seniors love to travel. At a certain age, travelling alone is no longer an option. This is when you get to go on vacation with mom or dad or even a grandparent! Travelling with a senior takes a...
Older adults and seniors quite often feel they don’t need vaccinations. Some were vaccinated for multiple diseases when they were younger and don’t realize that they need to be vaccinated again. Some seniors don't believe the vaccine can help...
Let’s be honest, hearing aids don’t have a very positive reputation. Everyone is familiar with the stories. “They hurt my ears and all I hear is the noise”. If this is what people experience then why do we take...
Seniors play an important role in our lives. They contribute to society in many ways, by volunteering, giving generously to charities and also looking after their grandchildren. October 1 is National Senior’s Day, a tribute to seniors everywhere that...