5 Helpful Apps for Seniors Living Alone
Posted by Brian Shevel
on 17 February 2020
 "5 Helpful Apps for Seniors Living Alone")
We live in a time where apps are making the world turn. So, it should come as no surprise that there is a wealth of apps available meant for drastically boosting your elderly loved one's quality of life.
It's not an overstatement to sa...
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8 Simple Renovations for a More Accessible Home
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on 15 January 2020
 "8 Simple Renovations for a More Accessible Home")
Home is where the heart is, and that especially rings true for an elderly family member that's raised their kids, and watched their grandkids afterwards, in the same Toronto house for generations.
But in order for some residents to continu...
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How to Communicate to Parents with Dementia
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on 9 December 2019
 "How to Communicate to Parents with Dementia")
As your mom or dad's dementia progresses, symptoms will gradually become more severe, going from minor forgetfulness to noticeable impairment. Eventually, their sense of independence may be compromised.
Watching your mom or dad age with th...
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What does it mean to be a Health Advocate?
Posted by Ishtar Yousif
on 7 November 2019
 "What does it mean to be a Health Advocate?")
The time comes for your loved one to be accompanied to their medical appointments. To ensure that they continue to receive accurate and detailed information regarding their health status and medications, a health advocate must be included at all...
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How Sundown Syndrome Effects Seniors in the Fall and Winter
Posted by Ishtar Yousif
on 17 October 2019
 "How Sundown Syndrome Effects Seniors in the Fall and Winter")
Fall is here and this is the time of year when "sundowning" can be more prevalent, especially for individuals in the middle stages of dementia. The days are only getting colder and shorter and with that comes distress, confusion and rest...
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The Importance of Brain Activities
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on 11 June 2019
 "The Importance of Brain Activities")
Home Care Assistance is proud to have had yet another successful Mind Fit program at Amica Senior Lifestyles. The Mind Fit program is part of the Cognitive Therapeutics Method (CTM) offered exclusively by Home Care Assistance that aims to promo...
Toilet Tips for Bathroom Safety
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on 3 June 2019
 "Toilet Tips for Bathroom Safety")
Aging, for many, comes with a loss of strength and balance, making seemingly simple tasks like sitting down and getting up from the toilet a difficult endeavor. Along with the embarrassment, it raises the risks of potential falls and injuries.
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Creative Way to Engage Seniors
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on 24 May 2019
 "Creative Way to Engage Seniors")
The weather is getting warmer, it is a lovely Saturday, and you stumble upon a great way to spend the afternoon: Let me visit my parent today! Your concern, however, is "What will today's topic of conversation be? What can we talk abou...
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Healthy Smoothies for Seniors
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on 14 May 2019
 "Healthy Smoothies for Seniors")
Who doesn't love a good smoothie? They're quick and simple to make, easy to eat, and generally delicious. Smoothies are also easily customizable to supplement anyone's specific nutrient deficiencies. All in all, smoothies are a grea...
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Helpful Tips to Enjoy Mother's Day
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on 10 May 2019
 "Helpful Tips to Enjoy Mother's Day")
Helpful Tips to Enjoy Mother's Day
Mother's day is an important time of the year to celebrate mothers for all that they have done and continue to do for us. Quality time with our mothers has always been precious, and...
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