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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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.

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It’s made of WHAT? Figuring out Canadian nutrition labels

Most people recognize the importance of understanding what’s in their food, but accurately reading nutrition labels can be frustrating. This article will help you breeze through the grocery aisles armed with a keen eye and an increased ability to take control of your diet.

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A garden of memories

Grandfather loved to garden. He would spend hours in the backyard wearing his straw hat and planting vegetables or weeding his flowerbeds.

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A great start

I’m 60 years old and last month I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Although I was eating more than I should, I always tried to choose healthy alternatives whenever I could.

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A profound personal connection with a grandchild moving on

Nicole wanted to arrange a visit with my mother, her grandmother, who just the month before celebrated her 96th birthday.

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A perfect combination / A healthy relationship

When I married, I moved only 30 minutes away from my dad’s apartment. Seven years ago he suffered a mild stroke and that short car ride was too far.

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Ten pearls of wisdom, for all ages

One of the many definitions of wisdom is “the quality of having experience, knowledge and good judgment.” Note that there is no mention of age as a prerequisite!

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A helping hand

I retired to become my mother’s primary caregiver. After five years, when she lost her battle with cancer, it was a difficult period.

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Birds of a feather

My Aunt Betty came to live with me when she found it hard to manage on her own. She had never married because she had been her elderly parents’ caregiver.

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