The Top 5 Regrets of The Dying
It’s not surprising to see what made the list as they are all things that touch each of our lives as we struggle to pay attention to and make time for things that we truly love
What you need to know about hospital-acquired infections
My message is this: stay away from hospitals unless absolutely necessary—especially if you’re an older adult.
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Seniors who help older seniors a ‘tremendous skilled resource’
More and more people over 60 are signing up to help older seniors
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Self-care is not selfish: Understanding preparatory grief and making plans for you
Preparatory grief is the process we go through when we are losing a loved one to a progressive, degenerative and ultimately fatal disease. It is different from the grief people experience when a loved one dies, in that it requires constant adjustments to ongoing changes and losses.
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6 inspiring stories of reinvention after the age of 60
From launching an acting career at the age of 60 to becoming a latter-day track and field star, Canadians are redefining what it means to be a senior citizen.
Stopping Elder Abuse
Caregiving Matters is partnering with The 50+ Festival this year and hosting a full day of elder abuse awareness presentations. Join us in preventing elder abuse!
Experience 12 Minutes In Alzheimer’s Dementia
Take a look at this video, do you think it represents Dementia correctly?
Seniors and social media: more than keeping up with the grandkids
CBC: Online communication can have health benefits for older Canadians
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Role Reversal
As our parents age, many of us find ourselves in the difficult position of parenting our parents, and the challenge is to do so while always respecting their dignity, remaining sensitive to their abilities and understanding their need for control
Caregiver Burn Out: Caring and Not Collapsing
Caroline Tapp-McDougall, Editor, Chair of Canada Cares discusses Caregiver Burnout – what it is, how to recognize it, and how to cope.