Recommended Immunizations for Halifax’s Seniors

Halifax Senior Health  |  December 23, 2025

Seniors stay healthier by keeping up to date with vaccinations that protect against common, preventable diseases.

Over 60 percent of seasonal flu-related hospitalizations occur in people 65 years and older.

Research indicates that many older adults are not receiving the vaccinations needed to lower their risk of serious illnesses. As we age, our immune systems weaken, making us much more vulnerable to infections. While many of these illnesses can affect younger adults, they usually recover without lasting issues. For seniors, however, the complications that can develop are often far more dangerous.

Respiratory infections like pneumonia and influenza, for instance, are the eighth leading cause of death among older adults. Seniors with chronic health conditions face even greater dangers—people with diabetes are three times more likely to die from the flu than healthy adults. Fortunately, vaccines can help lower the risk of contracting these illnesses.

Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to prevent certain diseases and can lessen the severity of symptoms if illness does occur. Staying up to date on immunizations can make a meaningful difference in a senior’s overall health. Older adults should consult their healthcare providers to ensure they are current with all recommended vaccines.

Commonly recommended vaccinations for seniors:

• Influenza vaccine
• Shingles vaccine
• Tdap vaccine
• Pneumococcal vaccine
• Hepatitis B

Comfort Keepers® Halifax Can Help

Maintaining senior health and wellbeing is a priority for the team at Comfort Keepers®. Our caregivers can assist in providing seniors with transportation to and from the doctor’s office or clinics to receive their vaccinations. In addition, caregivers can also work to promote a healthy lifestyle by supporting physician-recommended diet and exercise plans, as well as medication reminders. 

The Best, Expert Senior Home Care in Halifax, Nova Scotia is Comfort Keepers® 

At Comfort Keepers®, we provide personalized, compassionate in-home care services for seniors in Halifax, Bedford, Dartmouth, Sackville, St. Margaret’s Bay, Jeddor, Musquodoboit and surrounding areas.

The team at Comfort Keepers Halifax is proud to provide home care that keeps seniors safe. We support thousands of families each year with home care services for seniors—helping loved ones remain happy, and independent in the homes they love.

Home is The Best Place to Be for Senior Care

Providing home care can be very draining and taxing on family caretakers. That’s where we come in. With in-home assisted living as a lifestyle choice seniors can start a new, fresh take on daily living while remaining in the comfort and familiarity of home.

Comfort Keepers® Halifax offers professional, flexible care solutions that lighten the load for families and give everyone peace of mind—knowing their loved one is in good hands.

We offer a range of services that include elderly home care for seniors, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, personal care services, respite care, and more.

Comfort Keepers® Halifax Can Help with Companion Care and Interactive Caregiving™

Our trained caregivers, or Comfort Keepers, help provide our elderly clients with personal home care to help maintain the highest possible quality of life. Our Interactive Caregiving™ Approach elevates the spirits of senior loved ones and their families, delivering a system of care that addresses safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Interactive Caregiving™ is an opportunity to interact one-to-one with a senior, engage them, learn about them, and give them the gift of personalized, thoughtful attention that allows them to maintain their independence. At Comfort Keepers® Halifax, we believe keeping our clients physically, mentally, emotionally and socially involved can make a difference in their well-being. .

Comfort Keepers® Halifax Provides Home Care and a Wide Range of In-Home Care Services for Seniors.

Are you looking for reliable home care in Halifax? Learn more about our unique service, which offers personal care, companionship care, palliative, and end-of-life care in Halifax, Bedford, Dartmouth, Sackville, and surrounding areas. Contact the Comfort Keepers® Halifax office today, our professional staff will be happy to explain our customizable in-home care options and to schedule a free in-home consultation. 

References:
Consumer Reports. “The 4 Vaccines Older Adults Need.” Web. 2017.
People. “What to Know About the New Shingles Vaccine – And Why You Should Get It ASAP if You’re Over 50.” Web. 2018.
National Council on Aging. “NCOA Blog: Healthy Living – Healthy Aging in Winter and Beyond: 4 Important Vaccines for Seniors Covered by Medicare.” Web. 2017.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Vaccine Information for Adults.” Web. 2018.
WebMD. “What to know if you have Diabetes and the Flu.” Web. 2019

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