Protect your family and the environment with these simple steps to dispose of medications. When pharmacist Rachelle Rocha saw Lillian*, one of her regular customers, approach with a sad smile and a plastic bag full of medications, she knew what had happened. Lillian’s father, who had been
By Teddy Katz While many older adults were cooped up inside and worried about the virus, 91-year-old Susan Hu had one of her best years in decades. Hu reconnected with both her family and nature in 2020 thanks to a global program called Cycling Without Age. As a member of an innovative cycling program now […]
Physical activity is such an important part of healthy aging and can significantly impact your quality of life and longevity—even if you don’t start exercising until your senior years. Finding an exercise program that’s right for you will improve your strength, flexibility, circulation, balance and range of motion. Regular exercise will also help you manage […]
By Mary Bart Mom could spend countless hours collecting and organizing glass jars in the basement or rummaging and sorting through closets, bags and drawers. Not only was it frustrating to watch, but eventually it became dangerous. Searching relentlessly for missing items, hiding possessions in unusual places or collecting items like old magazines or small […]
Learn more about how you can enjoy a healthy winter during the pandemic and get the most out of the next few months following COVID-19 restrictions. From mindfulness and wellness tips to ideas for healthy eating from home, we’ve got you covered. Download your winter wellness tip sheet! Winter_Health_Tips_2021 While taking care of ourselves should […]
By Cynthia Hayes While many cancer patients report feeling isolated and alone in their diagnoses, cancer often affects the entire family. Loving caregivers experience many of the same emotions—anxiety, stress, fatigue, depression—combined with a sense of helplessness and an increase in responsibilities that makes cancer a family affair. How loving caregivers, be they
Keeping your boss happy can be challenging at the best of times. Add looking after Mom and Dad to your already busy calendar and you’ve got a recipe for disaster if you don’t look for simple shortcuts and ways to look after yourself. By Caroline Tapp-McDougall Whether you are a salaried or hourly employee, taking […]
Like sunshine and vitamins, pets are just plain healthy for seniors. They are that spark plug to getting out among friends, keeping fit and making a senior’s day better.
The use of cannabis amongst older adults in Canada continues to increase, with much of this use being for medical purposes. Although some benefits can be seen with the use of cannabis and cannabis-based products for common conditions such as cancer, nerve pain, and inflammatory bowel disease, they are hindered by potential negative side effects. […]
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