There comes a time when many of us have living decisions to make, either for ourselves or for a loved one. If it’s a parent, living on their own may no longer be the best option. They need more...
Pre-planning your own or your loved one’s funeral arrangements is something that is sometimes difficult to think about. But it is something that simply should be done.
No one wants to think about their own or their loved ones’ death...
Press Release
For Immediate Release:
Action for Universal Design
“Living in Place”© campaign calls for Ontario Building Code to be changed to require that all new apartments and condos be 100% visitable and adaptable for barrier-free living for all.
Sept 18, 2017
Toronto ON...
Recently we discovered an article published by The Globe and Mail, ‘Seniors taking out mortgages – is it ever a good idea?' By Diane Jermyn. The article follows a senior couple who are considering accessing funds locked up in...
As seniors look into new options for living as they age, home sharing is becoming an increasingly viable solution. Many seniors are self sufficient but lack the income to live on their own and also would like some company....
Many of us have parents who live in an assisted living facility or nursing home. Prior to them moving there we most likely asked lots of questions and looked at the available amenities. We wanted our parents to be...
Kids are priceless, most people with children would agree despite any kind of agonizing drama that one may experience over the years.
So how priceless are they? And why might a senior feel that their daughter(s) are worth more.
Well, it's...
As we age, many of us decide to downsize. Downsizing involves moving to a smaller living space, a smaller house, condo or apartment. If we’ve been living in our present home for many years we’re likely to have accumulated...
Seniors, especially those who are isolated, tend to become victims of fraud or financial abuse. Telemarketing scams are common. Financial abuse from friends, relatives and others who are in a position of trust can also occur. Quite often the...
At some point many of those with Alzheimer’s will need assisted living. Though there are many supports in place for Alzheimer patients to live on their own, as the disease progresses, the question will be whether or not it’s...
