Sometimes parents, as they age, will need some assistance at home. Getting them to accept it, however, can be an uphill battle. Here are our tips for getting parents to accept assistance from children or anyone else. Start With a Conversation Before doing anything,...
The weather is improving, and soon summer will be here. Staying active is very important for seniors as exercise is good for both the mind and the body and general good health. In this blog article, we will take a look at some fun activities for seniors in and around...
Health management is important at every age. But seniors have different needs than other populations. Here are 5 health management tips that we recommend for BC seniors. Eat Well A healthy diet can prevent lots of health problems. In addition, if you eat well, you...
In today’s blog article, we are going to talk about some ways to lower blood pressure with some easy (and free!) ideas. However, we want to stress that if you are on blood pressure medication do not change your dosage or stop taking it without consulting your family...
There is no shortage of misconceptions about assisted-living and long-term care communities. Most of the public’s concerns would be alleviated if by visiting one of these communities and talking to people living there. In this blog article, we will address some of the...
Some of us love the holidays and for others, the holidays can be difficult and stressful. In today’s blog article, we would like to offer you some tips on self-care during the holidays for seniors. Get Enough Sleep Most people in North America don’t get enough sleep...
Shopping online is here to stay yet many seniors feel reluctant to try it. Yet shopping online is convenient, easy, and there is no risk of catching anything from someone in a busy department store or being jostled in line. Here are some tips to help seniors shop...
Kamloops is beautiful in the fall, and there is no shortage of things to do outside. It is a good idea to go outside while you can before the weather gets really cold. One of the great advantages of being outside is you don’t have to wear a mask, and social distancing...
Dear Family and Friends, As you may have seen in recent news, The Provincial Health Officer issued an order that requires all healthcare staff including long-term care and Assisted Living homes to be fully vaccinated. There are many thousands of health care workers in...
The Canadian government publishes a food guide with suggestions for healthy eating for everyone. Here is what that publication says for seniors. Drinking Enough This past summer we had some brutal heat waves during the summer and seniors were particularly at risk....
