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Practical Sleep Improvement Tips for Seniors


March 18, 2019 Family & Loved Ones | Health & Safety
Sleep patterns change with age, so let's look at a few practical sleep improvement tips for seniors that can help you get a better night’s rest.
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Aging-in-Place Guide: How to Stay in Your Home Later in Life


February 26, 2019 Family & Loved Ones | Caregiving
As we age, our home may not be the safest place as it once was. Find out how you can make changes to help stay in your home later in life. 
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Anti-Ageing Exercises for the Brain


January 09, 2019 Family & Loved Ones | Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Support | Health & Safety
In addition to proactively engaging the mind, we recommend a holistic approach to better brain health by lowering stress, eating nutritiously, maintaining regular physical exercise, getting adequate sleep and staying socially engaged.
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New Traditions to Make With Your Loved One With Dementia


December 21, 2018 Family & Loved Ones | Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Support
Do you have a loved one who has dementia? Don’t let it keep you from making wonderful new traditions together this year. 
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Fall Prevention for Seniors


November 20, 2018 Health & Safety | Family & Loved Ones
Every year, one in three Canadian seniors will fall at least once. Hip fractures are the most common type of fall injury among seniors, and about 20 percent of injury-related deaths among seniors can be traced back to a fall. Weakened balance, vision and physical strength affect an elderly person’s ability to stay on his/her feet, so regular medication reviews, and eyesight and overall health exams are essential.
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What is Occupational Therapy and How Can it Help My Aging Loved One?


October 31, 2018 Health & Safety | Family & Loved Ones
Occupational therapy can help minimize and prevent issues with a person’s ability to do everyday tasks.
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6 Steps Men Should Take For Their Health at Any Age


July 27, 2018 Family & Loved Ones | Health & Safety
Up to 70% of men’s health problems are preventable through lifestyle changes. These are steps men of all ages can take today to take charge of their health and live longer, healthier lives.
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When the Caregiving Dynamic is Complicated


April 18, 2018 Family & Loved Ones | Caregiving |
Caregiving dynamics are complicated. Here's how to navigate a challenging relationship so that both you and your loved ones thrive.
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How Total Selflessness Can Hurt Caregivers and Their Loved Ones


March 28, 2018
There is such thing as too much selflessness, especially when it comes to caregiving.
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4 Positive Steps Women Over 65 Should Take For Their Health


February 16, 2018
All women over the age of 65 should take these preventative measures to safeguard their health and live longer healthier lives.

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