Looking into a long-term care home/nursing home/retirement community
Though the majority of seniors in Canada (97%) and probably everywhere else in the world wish to remain in their chosen home, extenuating...
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Ageing Safely atHome
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Oct 81 min read
September Quarterly Newsletter
With the autumnal equinox heralding the start of fall on September 22, 2024, the sun rises later, and nightfall arrives sooner, ushering...
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Jul 161 min read
June Quarterly Newsletter
This first quarterly issue, covers topics of importance for the summer months. 1. Hot weather safety for seniors. Notably, please take...
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Jul 161 min read
Planning For the Long-Term
Lise Cloutier-Steele, a member of Concerned Friends, is an Ottawa writer and the author of There’s No Place Like Home: A guide to help...
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Jul 161 min read
Summer activity: Tips for older adults
Summer is a wonderful time to embrace the outdoors, soak up some sunshine, and stay active. For older adults, maintaining physical...
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Jul 161 min read
Challenges of stairs
Keeping your body active and in motion is essential if you want to live a long and healthy life. People who exercise regularly have lower...
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Jul 161 min read
Conversation prompts
Engaging a loved one with different levels of dementia i a conversation can be challenging. Try this chart. It is adaptable to both men...
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Jun 211 min read
Services for seniors - Where to find information?
Government of Canada: Help to ensure your later years are safe and secure by learning about programs, services, and information available...
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Jun 171 min read
All kinds of accessibility lifts
I recently had the good fortune to meet a couple of guys from the Silver Cross compay during the 'Adaptive Living Expo'. They offer all...
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Jun 171 min read
ADAPTIVE CLOTHING FOR EVERYONE
In my continuous search for beneficial information for seniors and their concerned children, I recently discovered a Canadian...
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Apr 291 min read
Post of March 2024 Newsletter.
March is Nutrition Month. In this newsletter, you will find a wealth of information to enhance your health and well-being. Note that...
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Mar 91 min read
POST OF FEBRUARY 2024 NEWSLETTER
Attached is the February newsletter that went out to subscribers. I hope you enjoy its content. #aginginplace, #Safetyathome...
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Feb 61 min read
POST OF JANUARY 2024 NEWSLETTER
Attached is the January newsletter that went out to subscribers. I hope you enjoy its content. #aginginplace, #Safetyathome...
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Jan 91 min read
ALERTE ASSISTANCE
Your safety at your fingertips: 24/7 emergency medical alert, fall détection, GPS and more. Check out the attached flyer for more...
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Jan 91 min read
Post of December 2023 newsletter
Attached is the December newsletter that went out to subscribers. I hope you enjoy its content. #aginginplace, #Safetyathome...
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Dec 13, 20232 min read
Print Edition of 'There's No Place Like Home.'
A guide to help caregivers manage the long-term care experience is NOW AVAILABLE from www.ottawacaregiver.com #Agingathome Ottawa – On...
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Dec 13, 20231 min read
Re-post of November Newsletter
The November newsletter focuses on better preparation to ensure a safe and comfortable winter driving experience....
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Nov 14, 20231 min read
A re-post of the October Newsletter
“Where can I get the safety enhancement items mentioned in your book without breaking the bank?" A frequent question during...
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Oct 27, 20231 min read
Healthy Living Tips for Seniors this Fall
As the available hours of sunshine decrease and temperatures drop, many people of all ages, but especially older adults, experience...
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Oct 12, 20231 min read
Nurturing your well-being as you age
As we age, it's important to prioritize our mental health just as we do our physical health. World Mental Health Day, observed every year...
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