An Overview of Government Benefits For Retired Seniors in Canada by Enoch Omololu Updated January 9, 2021 Advertiser Disclosure There are a number of federal and provincial programs and benefits that complement other sources of income seniors have in retirement. When it comes to how much you will need to retire comfortably, there is no easy answer. […]
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Seniors Services – City of Toronto
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5 Tasks Seniors Need Help With the Most
www.helpfulhands.com More and more seniors are living alone, away from family, than ever before. What kinds of everyday tasks do they need help with? And what health benefits to they get from this help? Nearly half of people age 65 and older need help with routine daily activities, and most of this help is performed […]
Alzheimers Disease what have we learned in the last 100 years
Alzheimers Disease was discovered in 1901 by Dr. Alois Alzheimer, a leading neurologist in Germany. The concerned family of a 51 year old woman requested his help. The woman was having memory problems. She was also beginning to have problems with understanding the words when people were talking to her and increased difficulty speaking. He […]
Malnutrition for Older Adults
5 Malnutrition Facts You Probably Didn’t Know Aug 30, 2016 Print this page Key Takeaways Malnutrition is a significant problem across the world, including the U.S. Older adults are particularly at risk for malnutrition due to changes in their bodies as they age. They may experience decreased appetite, weight loss, decreased mobility, and limited access […]
Diet & Nutrition for Older Adults
10 Ways Malnutrition Can Impact Your Health—and 6 Steps to Prevent It Jan 05, 2017 3 min read Print this page Key Takeaways Learn how to spot the symptoms and risk factors of malnutrition and the steps you can take to help prevent it. Older adults and caregivers should be aware of what causes malnutrition, how to monitor nutrition status, […]
Seven Tips for Aging Well
You’ve probably heard a lot about wellness in the past few years—from “wellness initiatives” in the workplace to fitness classes promising that they will “restore your wellness.” Healthcare plans emphasize wellness now too—Medicare covers an annual wellness visit as well as a variety of other preventive health services. But what exactly is wellness, and how can you implement it in your everyday life? […]
Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s Disease: What is the Difference?
Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia. Alzheimer’s is a specific disease. Dementia is not. Learning about the two terms and the difference between them is important and can empower individuals with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, […]