Planning for Life and Life’s Uncertainties: Wills, Trusts and Powers of Attorneys with Elaine Blades
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Elaine Blades explains the goal of wills. She reminds us that proper planning provides protection and peace of mind and can help stop elder abuse.
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Dr. Sandra Campbell on Elder Abuse
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Dr. Sandra Campbell defines Elder Abuse, explains how and where it happens, and the Provincial and Federal legislation protecting elders.
Haircuts on Wheels tips: How to wash hair in a chair without a sink
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Look Ma, no sink! Our friends at Haircuts on Wheels give great tips about how to wash your loved one’s hair in a chair or bed.
Thomas Goetz: It’s time to redesign medical data
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Your medical chart: it’s hard to access, impossible to read — and full of information that could make you healthier if you just knew how to use it.
Understanding Caregiver Grief
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Grief is the normal, natural, healing response we experience when we lose someone or something we value. Caregivers go through a different process known as Preparatory Grief. Preparatory Grief is different from other types of grief in that it requires continual adjustment to ongoing losses.
Caregiver Burn Out: Caring and Not Collapsing
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Caroline Tapp-McDougall, Editor, Chair of Canada Cares discusses Caregiver Burnout – what it is, how to recognize it, and how to cope.
Protecting Yourself
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Joan McDonald RN, CareConnect & The Care Guide discusses how a caregiver can protect him or herself from stress, anxiety, and fatigue.
Caring for the Dying
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Dr. Natasha Zajc MD, CCFP, ABHPM, Chair – PalCare Network for York Region discusses how to care for the dying.
Substance Abuse Awareness
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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 … Continued
Canada Cares
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Canada Cares is a not-for-profit organization. Join our celebrations! Say thank-you, post a memory note or share your story with us. Post a funny video or a cute picture, and you can enter to win one of our fabulous prizes. http://www.canadacares.org/
