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Get a Hobby

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:26:21 PST

Giving someone a gift that is hobby related is tricky if you don’t first know what their real interests are or what their abilities will allow. Once you know, we can lead you in the right direction to find a unique gift for the senior in your life.

Recovery goes Vogue

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:20:09 PST

Health care is more and more becoming the business of choice. Building designers are now turning their attention to detail and redesigning the concept of health care.

Whatever it takes

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:58:15 PST

Games appeal to our competitive nature but as a theory that can be applied to life challenges, they have a lot to offer.

Success

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:06:33 PST

It has been at least three years since I could do the simple task of putting on my own shoes. Some might ask, “Why waste your time on this when help is willing to assist?”

Still Waters Run Deep For Seniors

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:25:21 PST

Caring for the elderly needs to start long before it’s time to find home care helpers, downsize from a two storey home, or search out retirement facilities. It needs to start today; in the here and now.

More Supports Needed for Caregivers

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 23:11:48 PST

Alberta, Nova Scotia and Ontario could play a lead role in developing future support systems for Canadians. These provinces could play a lead role in developing and implementing a national training curriculum for home care and personal support workers.

Care from a Distance

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:17:03 PST

The cost of love and care is likely to increase for families because the health care system won't be able to cope with the demand as our population continues to age. Some may be able to afford this responsibility more than others.

Canadian Care Givers

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 20:45:32 PST

A Canadian market research survey of 2,000 caregivers indicated that five million Canadians provide care for a loved one with long-term health problems, and one-quarter of them also uphold regular employment and other family responsibilities.

A bar is just a bar

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:12:27 PST

Falls in the home account for a huge portion of senior and disabled hospital visits. As much as we may think our home is safe, it is good policy to check with a professional who could advice of safety measures meant for people with mobility and strength challenges.

Foods for long-term thought

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 13:16:31 PST

Seniors who worry about their natural decline in memory abilities now have some foods for long-term thought building. A good diet along with some good stimulation from things such as music, brain puzzles and being exposed to the endless antics of grand children will all help to keep the memory fires burning.

Boomer Barbie

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 07:12:43 PST

Someone recently sent me a snap shot of an old friend, Barbie, yes, Barbie the doll. Wow, has she changed! I had a good laugh. Now, supposedly pleasingly plump, the chunky icon was anything but her slender stylish self. There she was, lying aloof on her bed with of all things, dolls. Imagine, a 50-year-old still playing with dolls. The room looked rundown, and snack full, where was Ken? Had he up and left town?

Shopping

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:23:11 PST

In a recent government study on living with arthritis, going shopping was identified as a key area of difficulty by more than 50%. It is easy to see how physical pain can be brought about by preparing for the Christmas season.

Get a Grip

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 07:06:03 PST

Opening a door used to be simple to do but now I lack the strength to twist the door knob open. Weakened hands can be so darn frustrating. There is no end to the list of things that I find frustrating. Jam jars, can openers, food packaging, even just holding a regular glass is stressful. Over time I've found solutions but the trick is to find them before your condtion worsens.

Read With Caution

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 07:05:07 PST

As a child of the black and white t.v. industry days I have fond memories of shows like: Leave it to Beaver, Bonanza and of course I Love Lucy. My memories become that much more vivid when I think back to the start of colour television. The cartoons of advertisments were as popular as the Saturday morning cartoons.

Senior Care Tipping Scale

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 07:07:23 PST

An important factor that will impact caregiving for seniors in years to come is the overall aging of the population. A Chartered Accountant might say something like, “the numbers speak for themselves.” As we move forward we're bound to tip the scales.

Assessing Inner Strength

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:13:29 PST

Chronic and age related illness bring forth unpredictable levels of weakness; some people describe these periods as “failing or falling down”. It’s our position of inner strength that dictates whether we perceive ourselves as falling backward or forward in life. Changes caused by aging can be bumpy. The only way initially to keep from staying down in the dumps is by borrowing the strength of others. Not forever, just until a new balance is contrived.

Be a Sport

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:03:49 PST

Ever wonder how people can get so excited about watching a sports game on television? All the nuances that might make it enjoyable are missing; no hotdog seller’s walk by, no popcorn smell, and the feeling of being in a crowd is certainly missing. The whole thing seems flat and passive to me, yet others yell and cheer at the tube and actually appear to enjoy it. What am I missing, why can’t I relate to this experience? Can you?

All Aboard! Train Travel

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:02:33 PST

Many people travel long distances for work and pay little attention to cost because the main agenda is to get wherever they are going as quickly as possible. This is ideal for the hustle and bustle of the business world but when it comes to traveling for pleasure speed is not the priority.

Volunteer Boomer Behaviour

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:15:49 PST

It is expected that the surge of Baby Boomers will increase volunteering by older adults by 50 percent by the year 2020; and double the number of older adult volunteers by the year 2036. Numbers will rise sharply for decades because the youngest Baby Boomers will not reach age 65 until 2029. Music and tutoring enjoy high levels of volunteer retention.

Ah, Coffee

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:03:51 PST

Ah, … that first sip of coffee is so comforting. There's nothing quite like it. The entire cup is enjoyable but nothing compares to the first drink. The propaganda about coffee's addictiveness just might hold more water (truth) than what you would like to believe, but when that warm aromatic cup is in my hand; I don't care.