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Mar 21, 20231 min read
Health and Wellness - Part 2
I hope you successfully managed the bitter freezing days earlier this month. Maybe some of you were able to get away to warmer weather....
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Feb 17, 20231 min read
Health and Wellness - Part 1
The holiday season has come and gone with all its tribulations, weather challenges, joys and, sadly, disappointments. The monthly...
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Jan 17, 20231 min read
December 2022 Newsletter
December has come and gone with all its tribulations, weather challenges, joys and sadly disappointments. This newsletter will give you...
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Nov 16, 20221 min read
Working Daughters Balancing Elder Care Are at Their Breaking Point
Women have historically shouldered a greater share of domestic responsibilities (housework and caregiving) than men, and this inequity,...
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Nov 14, 20221 min read
Education & resources
Helping Canadians make sense of their end-of-life options. You will find information booklets, forms (adapted by province), webinars...
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Nov 14, 20221 min read
Lack of Physical Activity Will Cost $300B by 2030
The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever Global Status Report of Physical Activity, citing some dismal statistics and...
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Nov 14, 20221 min read
Fall Prevention Month: 3 ways to reduce your risk of falling
Did you know – falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults in Canada, and between 20% and 30% of...
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Nov 14, 20221 min read
Strategies to introduce the Idea of Home Care
It’s common for older adults to be resistant to the idea of needing care. How you approach this conversation can make a world of...
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Oct 25, 20221 min read
The New Golden Girls - Maybe, the golden boys - Check out three links.
Harvard University suggests this trend has been gaining speed since at least 2006. It concluded that a "small but growing number of older...
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Oct 25, 20221 min read
Social Isolation: Are You at Risk?
Discover the risk factors. Learn how social isolation impacts health and well-being and practical ways to reduce your risk. In 2017,...
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Oct 25, 20221 min read
Changing Gears: Making a Plan for Retiring from Driving
Driving is essential in accessing the places and people important in our daily lives. For many, it provides a sense of independence and a...
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Oct 25, 20221 min read
Autumn Newsletter
Sadly, summer has come and is mostly gone, and the autumn season is knocking at our doors. This issue contains crucial information about...
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Aug 30, 20221 min read
Ageing in Your Home. Yes, you can!
Recently, I was interviewed about 'Why me?' and 'Why now?' I published 'Ageing Safely in the Home of Your Choice.' It's a pretty...
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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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Jul 1, 20221 min read
To you, a relaxing Canada Day!
Summer is upon us. Time to take in the warmer days. I decided to send out a Special Newsletter, to highlight ways to stay safe,...
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May 31, 20221 min read
Up-coming Book fair and Signing
__ June 4th from Noon to 4 PM - Independent Writers Ottawa - Book Fair at Centretown United Church, 507 Bank Sreet, Ottawa __ June 5th...
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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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