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.
Helping Your Loved One with Dietary Changes
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 come from a place of love, respect, and wanting them to lead happier and healthier lives, upsetting routine is not always easy. When it comes to dietary changes, things become even more challenging. Food can … Read More
Approaching a Loved One Who Resists Care
So your loved one needs care, but they are digging in their heels and refusing. Why? And what can you do about it?
A Guide to Caregiver Self-Care
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.
Memory Loss in a Loved One with Alzheimer’s: How to Respond
When you loved one has dementia or Alzheimer’s, how can you respond? Here are some tips.
Winter Safety Tips For Seniors
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.
10 Great Gift Ideas for Seniors
Don’t know what to get the senior in your life? Here are some holiday gift ideas.
7 Different Ways to Pay for Home Care
It can be quite a struggle to find ways to pay for long-term home healthcare. With the “sandwich generation” squeeze, this is becoming even more difficult for Canadian adults supporting both their children and their parents. Here are some ideas.
How to Create a Daily Plan for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease
Caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease is physically and emotionally taxing for the caregiver. Here are some tips on how to build a daily schedule that you are able to give the best possible home care to those you love so much.
Taking Care of Yourself When You’re a Caregiver
Being a caregiver is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it can also be overwhelming and difficult. It is a 24 hour, 7 days a week, 365 days a year commitment, and this can result in you needing just as much care as the person you are looking after. Here are some ways that you can take care of yourself.