Man, 91, dies after left unchecked in home
Bonaldi had not appeared for meals in the dining room of the seniors’ home for about four days in November, but none of the staff checked in on him.
Ivanka trumps rivals in passing of accounts
The recent Superior Court decision of Ekelschot-Kumelj v. Bradley illustrates where a request for an attorney for property to pass accounts was denied. Edwards J. held that an attorney for property does not have to account if she never exercised her power as attorney.
Recession-proof eldercare: Is your approach to eldercare costs savvy or silly?
People think they are being financially conscientious by avoiding unnecessary costs, saving money and proving that they’re in perfect charge of their finances. But, as Dr. Phil would say, “How’s that working for you?” When is recession-smart actually risk-silly?
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Substance Abuse Awareness
Victoria Andriets B.Sc Phm. R. Ph, Owner & Pharmacist, Shoppers Drug Mart, King City Approximately 10% of those age 60 or older abuse alcohol; It is estimated that alcohol-medication interactions may be a factor in about 25% of all emergency room visits. What is substance abuse? How do I recognize substance abuse in seniors? Why…
End of Life Decisions and the Law – A Prelude to the Supreme Court of Canada’s Hearing of the Rasouli Appeal
Beyond the obvious importance of the case to the Rasouli family, it will be interesting to gauge the impact of the decision in the context of public policy.
Caring for the Caregiver: Appreciating the Moment.
Caregivers tend to wait to be happy until something is fixed.
Common conditions of the elderly
The health of our elders is often the effect of multiple, conflicting diagnoses and may be hard to confirm. For instance, the complications of Alzheimer’s disease, such as eating disorders, constipation and malnutrition, are frequent.
Canada Cares
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Managing Dad’s Finances
My question is about money. I know I spend some of my own money on things for him and forget to ask him for the money.
Foot care: Taking care of your feet
From the time we are young until our life journey ends, our feet carry us each and every day, wherever we go. Taking good care of our feet is essential in order to have healthy feet when we reach our elder years.