Seniors Coping With Tinnitus
Are you hearing ringing, hissing, buzzing or roaring sounds in one or both of your ears? What you’re experiencing is called tinnitus. This ringing in
Practical advice, support, and expert tips for caregivers, helping you provide the best home care for your loved ones.
Are you hearing ringing, hissing, buzzing or roaring sounds in one or both of your ears? What you’re experiencing is called tinnitus. This ringing in
People are living longer and enjoying active lifestyles well into their 80s and 90s. Research continues to confirm that eating well and being physically active
While seasonal affective disorder is found in adults of all ages, older adults may have lifestyle factors that put them at higher risk. Seniors with mobility issues may get much less time outdoors and less exposure to natural sunlight. The recent death of a loved one and feelings of isolation can also increase the risk of developing SAD. Here are some tips to help.
Osteoporosis is a disease which causes bones to become fragile and easy to fracture. It is a major cause of disability for older women. A
If you’re concerned about memory loss, you’re not alone. Don’t remember where you parked? Forgot what you needed to pick up at the store? Can’t
Staying mobile is important to seniors. As we age, driving can become more challenging. Being safe on the roads requires more than just obeying the
A hospital stay can be unsettling and challenging for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for people with dementia who have trouble coping with
Alzheimer’s is an extremely prevalent affliction -affecting roughly 1/8 of the senior population. For such a widespread condition, the average person knows relatively little about
As the effects of Alzheimer’s intensify, emotional distress may become an ongoing consideration in your day-to-day routine. Frustration, fear, and a lack of independence can
There is often confusion about the terms dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. While Alzheimer’s disease is a kind of dementia, they are not interchangeable words. The
October is Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month The Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Movement is a grass roots effort to increase LBD awareness amongst the general
September 2012 is the first global World Alzheimer’s Month, an international campaign to educate and raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease.September 21st, is World Alzheimer’s Day,
Here are some of the main safety concerns for parents with Alzheimer’s disease and what preventative measures can be taken.
In order to continue an independent and happy lifestyle, many seniors have decided to remain in their homes as they age. However, accessibility and safety issues can arise at home as age increases. Here are some great home improvement ideas to make a senior’s home safer and more accessible.
Summer means spending more time outdoors enjoying warmer weather. However, in the heat of the sun, dehydration, heatstroke, and other heat-related emergencies can occur if adequate prevention measures are not taken. To prevent a heat-related emergency from happening, here are 5 safety tips.
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in Canada, and this is especially true for seniors. Age is one of the risk factors for heart disease which cannot be controlled, along with family history. However, there are still many things to be done to reduce the risk of developing heart disease.
Hiring a home healthcare service to care for your aging loved ones is a fantastic decision. Home healthcare services will provide loved ones with companionship and care, all while easing stress on the family, especially for the primary family caregiver, often a daughter, son, or a close relative. Here are four questions to ask before choosing a home healthcare service.
Most people don’t usually think much about their bones or the health of their bones as they go through their daily routines unless something unfortunate happens. Yet having and maintaining healthy bones is essential to virtually every aspect of our daily lives.
When we age, everything seems to progressively slow down, including the ability to move with agility and carry out basic everyday tasks. Whether it’s the ability to stand firmly on two feet or the inability to rise from the seat without letting out that accompanying groan, it could be time to incorporate some resistant training to improve your health as a senior.
Loneliness is unfortunately a common part of life for many seniors. Providing opportunities for seniors to engage with other people and develop new friendships is vital for both emotional and physical well-beings of seniors. So whether it’s for you or an elderly loved one, here is a quick guide to staying social.
As a caregiver, trying to get your loved one to change entrenched habits can be a challenge. Even if you both know that these changes
So your loved one needs care, but they are digging in their heels and refusing. Why? And what can you do about it?
Caregivers often mistakenly believe that the majority of their effort, attention, focus, and love must be directed exclusively to the loved one in their care. Allocating time to take care of yourself doesn’t not make you a selfish person.
Seniors are especially at risk of accidents and injury during winter. Here are some tips to keep your loved one safe in the Ottawa winter.