An apple a day: Eating what’s right, when it’s right
We all know the age-old saying about what an apple a day can do for us. But when it comes to loved ones whose bodies and systems are aging, an apple may not be a good thing at all.
HAYLEIGH’S STORY: A granddaughter’s love
Like many kids her age, Hayleigh Ireland loves to go grocery shopping with her grandmother, finding the items on the shelves and putting them in the grocery cart.
Field of Daisies
Field of Daisies, a recently released book from OakTara Publishing Company, offers hope and comfort to those who struggle with recurring generational problems and to those who must make decisions regarding elderly family members.
Peter Saul: Let’s talk about dying
We can’t control if we’ll die, but we can “occupy death,” in the words of Dr. Peter Saul. At TEDxNewy he calls on us to make clear our preferences for end of life care — and suggests two questions for starting the conversation.
Funding arthritis research: Overcoming a critical challenge in Canada
Arthritis is a term that covers over 100 different diseases and is a one of the leading causes of pain and disability to North Americans.
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KATE’S STORY: Saving Edith’s stories
I’ve become good friends with many of the ladies who live in a seniors’ residence with my mom. They all have wonderful stories to share, but I have been particularly impressed by a woman named Edith.
NEWS RELEASE: Passport to Wellness for Family Caregivers Workshops
Caregiving Matters is pleased to announce an afternoon of educational, inter-active workshops supporting the wellness of family caregivers. Workshops will focus on dealing with complex issues of caregiving.
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Aches and pains: How do we get them and how do we cure them?
Oh my aching body! A natural consequence of aging can be a change in the way we feel.
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JIM’S STORY: First class
On my first day of college, the professor did the usual and made the students introduce themselves to the person sitting next to them. When I turned to my left I saw that I was beside a smiling older gentleman with grey hair and thick glasses.
Intervention or interference? Making the best decisions
It’s our job as family caregivers to help determine the best course of action to protect our loved ones without causing them any additional personal drama or trauma.
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