Vaccines can help save our lives and prevent the spread of infectious diseases. An added benefit? They can help reduce your risk of developing frailty. See below for the Canadian Frailty Network‘s frequently asked questions fact sheet! CFN-Vaccination-FAQ-English
Caroline Tapp-McDougall is the publisher of Caregiver Solutions magazine, a Canadian publication dedicated to the wellness of seniors, their caregivers, and their families. She is one of Canada’s foremost experts on eldercare, and has applied her extensive knowledge and experience to The Complete Guide for Family Caregivers, a book that provides the advice people need to
VISITING GRANDMA Is it safe for me and my children to visit older adults in our family during this time? Everyone should be aiming to interact closely with as few vulnerable adults as possible to be on the safe side. Make your “bubble” of a few people and stick with it. Reducing the number of […]
By Pat Irwin Among the most poignant images that were making the rounds over the past few months were those of desperate families pressed against nursing home windows in an effort to check in and speak to their relatives living inside. If the pandemic is teaching us anything, it’s how to live with ourselves and […]
Check out this helpful infographic from the Government of Canada’s team of medical professionals. covid-19-safely-use-non-medical-mask-face-covering-en
By Bruce Fredenburg While divorce in later life may be a welcome change for some, it can be traumatic for others. For those who feel like they have a new lease on life, the discovery of new hobbies, clothes, experiences, and people reignites a passion they thought they lost. But for those who are blindsided […]
Urban green spaces should be designed for multi-generational use A recent systematic review of moderate quality examined 38 studies on the effects of various interventions aimed at creating, maintaining and preserving urban green spaces. These interventions concerned parks, the development and improvement of urban greenways or walking and cycling trails, urban “greening”
Buy Canadian and stay safe! Wearing a face mask has become a critical part of Canada’s campaign to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and protecting yourself from infection. But not all masks are made equal and there are many poor quality and homemade options flooding the market. What your family needs during this time is: […]
TIPS, WISE ADVICE AND HELPFUL UPDATES PROTECTING YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM THE SPREAD COVID-19 You can reduce your chances of being infected or spreading COVID-19 by taking some simple precautions: Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Maintain at least two metres (six feet) […]
By Crystal Gonder Before COVID-19, people living with dementia, and their caregivers, often reported feeling isolated and alone. The physical distancing, lockdown and routine changes caused by the coronavirus have only amplified this isolation for many families. Caregivers who previously relied on day programs and support from friends and family, are now navigating










