October 11, 2025
As many as one out of four aging adults will stumble and fall this year, but less than half may tell their doctor, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This is such a common problem for the elderly that 43 million seniors are given medical care for injuries incurred by falls […]
Comfort Keepers Ottawa is proud to partner with the Great Canadian Theatre Company! GCTC offers high quality and a wide variety of programming to all ages, however, on these specific days, they offer an incredible deal of lunch and a show to the senior population. A great opportunity to get out to see a live […]
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) encourages everyone to understand the risk of household fires. Property damage caused by fires is staggering. The 3,000 deaths and 14,000 injuries caused in a year is heartbreaking. Fire is powerfully destructive, but there are ways to proactively reduce the risk of fire in your home, or in the […]
No one wants to have a conversation about Alzheimer’s with a parent or loved one. It can be tough and can feel overwhelming to both you and the inflicted adult. If the older loved one already has impaired judgment and memory loss, a cohesive conversation probably won’t even be possible. Still, there are loving ways […]
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, over 5 million Americans over age 65 now have the disease. This devastating disease causes cognitive and memory problems, along with behavior changes that will affect work, family and social relationships. Eventually, basic activities of daily living diminish. Common Conditions in Alzheimer’s Patients Americans with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) have the […]
When is it time for a cataract exam? If an adult is more than 40 years old, struggling with blurred or double vision, their eyeglasses don’t improve the situation, and daily living is becoming affected, it’s time for a cataract exam! Cataracts can continually worsen and even lead to blindness. They’re common, with over 24 […]
Vision loss can be devastating, as it can be a major contributor to the loss of independence and poor quality of life in older persons. Luckily, there are options for seniors with this disability, through elderly care and other medical services. Vision Loss of Seniors Seniors suffering from vision loss may also be struggling […]
Over the last few years, you’ve probably seen charts and statistics showing the United States as one of the world’s most obese countries. Turn on the news and you’ll often see coverage on this issue, as it’s often referred to as a “national epidemic.” Despite valiant attempts to promote proper nutrition and exercise, our issue […]
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