Loneliness and Aging: An Epidemic
It is estimated that up to 16% of older adults experience social isolation. According to Statistics Canada, 17.3% reported feeling excluded often or some of the time. What are the factors that contribute to social isolation? Below is a list from the National Seniors Council. Keep Reading
Top 5 Reasons to Consider Home Care Assistance for Older Adults
If you have an aging family member, chances are high that they want to continue living at home for... Keep Reading
Your Guide to Hiring the Perfect Senior Caregiver for In-Home Help
Are you taking care of an aging family member at home? Is an older adult in your life beginning to... Keep Reading
Senior Nutrition: Top 5 Healthy Eating Tips for Older Adults
Good nutrition is important, no matter your age. Eating right is how your body gets vital... Keep Reading
Managing Chronic Conditions at Home: The Role of Smart Tech for Seniors
Chronic diseases—like arthritis, diabetes, dementia, and heart disease—affect seniors... Keep Reading
Aging in Place: A 5-Step Roadmap for Living at Home Safely
If you are reaching retirement age or have a loved one 65+, you may have heard the term... Keep Reading
Top Home Care Services that Make a Big Difference for Seniors
With each year that goes by, exponentially more Canadians reach retirement age. And over half of... Keep Reading
Top Ways to Make the Seniors in Your Life Feel Appreciated
August 21 is World Senior Citizen’s Day, a day where communities across the globe celebrate... Keep Reading
How Do I Know if My Elderly Loved One Needs Home Care?
Retirement age can be a wonderfully fulfilling time for most adults, a time when they can live... Keep Reading
Ten Questions Every Loved One Should Review with a Potential Home Care Provider
Realizing that an elderly loved one needs assistance can be tough. Whether it’s a parent,... Keep Reading
The Importance of Expressing Love as We Age
In this busy world it’s so easy to get wrapped up in our everyday practices. Between personal and work obligations we can easily neglect the most important aspect of our relationships with our loved ones: expressing love.
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About Frontotemporal Dementia
Receiving a Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) diagnosis can leave many family members and loved ones... Keep Reading
Poor Sleep Can Increase Dementia Risks
Sleep is essential for our mental and physical health in all walks of life, but many older adults... Keep Reading
About Lewy Body Dementia
Being a family member of a loved one with a Lewy Body diagnosis often leads to wondering what to expect and how to manage care tasks as the disease progresses. Keep Reading
Documents to Have in Order for Your Older Loved One
Does your senior loved one have a medical and financial power of attorney?
The... Keep Reading
The Silent Thief of Sight: What You Need to Know About Glaucoma
It’s the second leading cause of blindness in the world – glaucoma. It affects more and... Keep Reading
About Mild Cognitive Impairment
Many families wonder what the difference between mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia is and what can be expected as MCI progresses. Keep Reading
About Alzheimer's: A Video Series
As more people are living with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) families often wonder what they can do to manage challenges that arise and if what they’re experiencing is normal. Keep Reading
Marques Jones of ComForCare in Northwest Richmond is Interviewed by CBS News
Marques Jones, President of ComForCare of northwest Richmond, says social distancing is difficult during in-home care, which often requires close contact for things like feeding, bathing and grooming. Keep Reading
Home-based Care Providers Are an Essential Part of Navigating Back from Pandemic
Janice Pollard writes in Medium.com, "Caregivers showcase compassion every day just by the nature of the job they are in, but their dedication and willingness to continue caring for clients during a pandemic is nothing short of heroic." Keep Reading
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