by admin | Apr 26, 2019 | Alzheimer's Disease, Blog, Dementia, elderly health care, elderly people, Fit Minds Program, halton, health concerns, News, Senior Health
Alzheimer’s is a neurological disorder that falls under the dementia umbrella. The disease is progressive, meaning it worsens over time without proper treatment or management. People over the age of 65 are at significantly higher risk for Alzheimer’s, accounting for...
by admin | Mar 5, 2019 | Aging Parents, Blog, elderly people, planning, Senior Health
With Canadian seniors now outnumbering children, it’s good to know that there are some reassuring statistics regarding senior care, general satisfaction among seniors, and seniors’ quality of life. Overall, seniors are one of the most satisfied groups in Canada....
by admin | Feb 13, 2018 | Aging Parents, Blog, elderly people, senior problems
Typecasting, discrimination, ageism. However you choose to define the negative perceptions associated with someone’s increasing age, it doesn’t lessen the impact that senior stereotypes can have on someone’s confidence levels. While it requires a certain level of...
by admin | Dec 19, 2017 | Blog, Depression, elderly people
While there are a number of challenges and health risks facing your loved one as they age, substance abuse (particularly alcohol and prescription drugs) is one of the fastest growing health problems affecting seniors today. Getting older in age can bring on many...
by admin | Sep 26, 2017 | Blog, Dementia, elderly people, health concerns, seniors
A chapter a day keeps the doctor away, or at least for those who read on a regular basis. A study done by the University of Michigan found that those who read 3.5 hours a week showed a 23-month “survival advantage.” The study took place over 12 years and focused on...
by admin | Jul 11, 2017 | Blog, elderly people, finances, senior problems
Living alone can be empowering for seniors and help to maintain their sense of identity and independence. Unfortunately, it also makes them prime targets for scammers and con artists. No matter how savvy or responsible you think your family members are, it’s worth...
