Category: Stories

The Benefits of Traveling For Seniors

Shared family experiences become memories – of fun times, delicious meals, belonging and healthy belly laughs.  A collection of memories are a wonderful thing to have, especially revisiting them as we age. It’s not the fancy car or the big house that warm our hearts when we look back. It’s times together, like at Christmas,…
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The Season of Loneliness

Tis the season for joy, gingerbread and celebrating with family and friends – but for far too many of our seniors, it’s a season of loneliness. Instead of a day to look forward to, Christmas can be the hardest day of the year. The holidays, with its emphasis on festive family togetherness, can be a…
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The Big 100

We’re living longer and better. Centenarians remain among the fastest-growing segments of Canada’s population. United Nations calls it a longevity revolution – by 2050, the number of us reaching 100 is projected to increase eightfold to 3.7 million people. While genetics play a key role in healthy aging, where you live, what you eat, how…
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Aging With Dignity And Safety at Home

Home care should be the cornerstone of eldercare – growing old in the comfort of our own home brings us joy, dignity and supports good health. “At the National Institute on Ageing (NIA), we have conducted surveys showing that nearly 100% of older Canadians want to age in their own homes for as long as…
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Plan Now to Age in Place

When it comes to aging in place, there’s a quote that comes to mind: “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” It may sound negative, but there is simply nothing negative about being proactive and making solid plans to remain happily in your home through the aging journey. Research shows that nearly…
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Social Connections Keep Seniors Healthy

Social wellness is critical as we age. While there may not be a single magic pill for healthy aging, strong social connections deliver bigtime health benefits. It’s good for the soul, our happiness and our brain health. An active social life keeps us on the go and moving physically, boosts our mood and promotes cognitive…
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Father’s Day – Help Dad stay Healthy

Father’s Day falls in June which also happens to be Men’s Health Month. It’s the perfect time to celebrate all the amazing dads out there and encourage them to prioritize their health so they live long, vibrant lives for us all to enjoy together. Spending quality time together doesn’t just strengthen relationships, it also enhances…
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Go Outside and Play

Thrill seeker Caroline Paul wants you to keep your foot on the gas and follow her roadmap for aging well. Adventuring outside is a glorious health booster sure to greatly improve our lives and wellbeing well into our golden years. The 60-year-old adventurer is into surfing, mountain biking and piloting experimental gyrocopters (see her fly…
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Senior Summer Vacation: Tips, Tricks And Useful Ideas

Who doesn’t like the summer holidays? This season is a time of the year beloved by everyone, young and old, and of course including seniors.  After all, there’s no better reward after months of being shut inside in cold weather than the warm sun on your skin, and no excitement like the endless adventures you…
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Don’t Get Scammed!

Scams are big business and they’re increasingly targeting seniors, putting them at great risk of losing their assets, their independence and confidence. The lasting trauma of being ripped off can destroy their sense of trust, hope and wellbeing. The shame is overwhelming. “Seniors lost $177 million in 2023 which was an increase from $136.4 million…
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