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Apr 26, 20231 min read

Conversation Starter - Guide

"How to talk about what matters to you and have a say in your health care." Great document, many might find useful when talking with...

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Aug 9, 20221 min read

Sleep Your Way to Better Health

From Promoting Longevity to Preventing Cognitive Decline, What’s the Optimal Amount of Sleep? Follow this link to learn more....

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Aug 9, 20221 min read

Suitability of assistive devices

An essential part of healthy aging involves evaluating and accepting changes in your vision, mobility, and hearing and implementing what...

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Jul 28, 20221 min read

Free E-Learning lessons & More

McMaster University - Optimal Aging Portal - contains a wealth of information. Click on the link to see what they have to offer. If you...

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Jul 27, 20221 min read

Revealing articles from ICAA

The International Council on Active Aging regularly posts exciting articles. This one is particularly noteworthy. Issue 7 deals with...

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May 24, 20221 min read

Speech and Hearing as we age

May is Speech and Hearing Awareness Month, which provides an opportunity to generate awareness about the importance of communication....

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Mar 19, 20221 min read

Sleep and aging: How sleep changes as you age and strategies to improve it

You find yourself wide awake after a few hours of sleep and feel ready to get up and meet the day's challenges. However, the rest of the...

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Feb 15, 20221 min read

Reducing Fuel Cost

The cost of gazoline is increasing exponentially. A few tips to reduce your cost. "When vehicles travel 80 km/h or higher they increase...

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Jan 8, 20221 min read

To all, a Happy and Healthy 2022.

Its been a week since the start of the new Year. A time when we sometimes, indulge in various behaviours. To my total shock, I recently...

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Nov 23, 20211 min read

Being prepared for winter driving

This winter, keep yourself and your loved ones safe when you’re behind the wheel as the snowflakes are falling – follow this link for the...

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Nov 23, 20211 min read

Preparing your home for winter

Follow this link to ensure you are ready for winter. https://www.realtor.ca/blog/preparing-your-home-for-winter-a-checklist/10990/1363

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Nov 9, 20211 min read

Exercising Outdoors

Safety tips for exercising outdoors for older adults - https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/safety-tips-exercising-outdoors-older-adults

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Nov 9, 20211 min read

A safe Exterior Environment

The external environment has a significant impact on mobility, independence and quality of life, especially seniors, as they go about...

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Oct 21, 20211 min read

The Dementia-Friendly Home

During my research for my upcoming book, I discovered pertinent yet complementary information. The following is one of these nuggets. The...

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Oct 7, 20211 min read

You Can Prevent Falls

* Falls are the leading cause of injury among older Canadians. * 20-30% of seniors experience one or more falls each year. * Falls are...

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Oct 7, 20211 min read

Preventing falls in and around your home

"Anyone can fall, but the risk of falling becomes greater with age. There are a number of simple steps you can take in and around your...

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Sep 16, 20212 min read

Competitive Card Games That Keep the Ageing Mind Sharp

A little friendly competition in the way of card games with others could be the key to keeping the mind sharp as we age, according to...

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