by Bruce Canales | Nov 3, 2015 | Seniors Health & Wellness
Winter tips for seniors: how families can prepare Here in Toronto we love our spring and summer weather. But with the changing colours of the leaves we know that winter is right around the corner. You can see it on the streets; the winter coats are out of the closet...
by Bruce Canales | Oct 22, 2015 | Seniors Health & Wellness
In many cases, home care is needed for care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease when safety of the loved one comes into question, and self-care abilities decline. The stages below provide an overall idea of how abilities change once symptoms appear, and should...
by Bruce Canales | Oct 8, 2015 | Seniors Health & Wellness
The elderly and Alcohol: What Seniors and their Caregivers Should Know Are your parents 65 and older and like to enjoy a glass of wine (or two) from time-to-time? Have you noticed that things have changed a little for them after a few drinks compared to earlier...
by Bruce Canales | Sep 25, 2015 | Seniors Health & Wellness
Due to Toronto’s frequent electrical black outs, it is important for your parents to have a seniors’ emergency kit to-hand to help them be comfortable and safe until power is restored or help arrives. During an unexpected emergency, having an accessible kit at home...
by Bruce Canales | Sep 17, 2015 | Seniors Health & Wellness
Benefits of Physiotherapy for Seniors The benefits of physiotherapy for seniors are many. Restoring or maintaining movement and balance, recuperating after surgery, and decreasing or managing pain. Physiotherapy can help seniors stay healthy and capable of living at...
by Bruce Canales | Aug 21, 2015 | Seniors Health & Wellness
Getting around Toronto can be challenging for seniors. In addition to providing home health care services, Retire-At-Home Services (soon to affiliate with Affinity Health) offers this updated guide to help you and your loved ones navigate transportation options — but...
