December 16, 2022
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Vision Loss
Vision Loss Vision Loss – Losing your vision can feel a little like the world is closing in on you. For many seniors with vision loss, this feeling is often actualized with a diminished ability to engage in daily activities, such as preparing a meal or using the telephone, that most of us take for granted. […]
Bruising As You Age
Bruising As You Age Bruising As You Age – Does the senior in your life often have unexplainable bruises? Do you as a caregiver have questions about what causes him or her to have unsightly black and blue marks and worry that there might be something seriously wrong with your loved one that needs attention? […]
Immunizations for Seniors
Immunizations for Seniors Immunizations for Seniors – One of the most important ways that seniors can stay healthy is to make sure they are vaccinated against common, preventable diseases. Research shows that a number of older adults aren’t getting the vaccines they need to help reduce their risk of serious illnesses. With age, we become […]
Mutually Beneficial: The Value of Respite Care
Mutually Beneficial: The Value of Respite Care – Caring for an aging loved one can be a rewarding experience. In many cases, it provides the opportunity to give back to someone who may have played an important part in your life, allowing for a genuine reconnection. Caring for a parent, in particular, can be especially […]
Seniors and Wandering
Seniors and Wandering Due to Canada’s growing number of seniors, many of whom are afflicted with Alzheimer’s and dementia, wandering is increasing. Even in familiar places, a person with Alzheimer’s may not remember his or her name or address, and can become disoriented. Wandering with dementia is dangerous, but there are strategies and services to […]
Falls – Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies
Falls – Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies Falls are the leading cause of injury for seniors. Falls – Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies: More than one-third of Canadian seniors experience falls, which can have a devastating physical and psychological impact, resulting in disability, chronic pain, loss of independence, reduced quality of life, and even death. […]
Top 10 Foods for a Healthy Heart
Top 10 Foods for a Healthy Heart Healthy Eating Habits Top 10 Foods for a Healthy Heart: The concept that particular foods promote healthier hearts is not new. It is a fact that a well-balanced nutritional diet contributes to good health throughout a lifetime. For many people, the risk of diseases such as Type II […]
Happy Anniversary
Happy Anniversary! This past December was our one-year anniversary of taking over the Comfort Keepers Calgary location. It has been an interesting and rewarding year but also one of many challenges. One of the immediate challenges we faced was the need to rebuild our team. We had staff turnover, but we have been fortunate to […]
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