The world population is living longer. The life expectancy in different countries has increased steadily over the years, especially in developed countries. For instance, life expectancy in the USA and UK is roughly 79 and 80 respectively. The same figure for Canada is 82, according to World Bank data [1]. What does this mean for […]
Tag Archives: Senior Safety
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Dec
Dec
Senior homes have come a long way over the past decade. They have transformed from places for nursing care to thriving communities for seniors. Public perception of senior living homes has also changed. There was a time when the elderly were reluctant to move into a senior home. Now many people are making an active […]
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Dec
Dec
The holiday season is a time for friends and family to celebrate together. But it can be challenging for seniors who live in a senior living or assisted living community. Your residents may feel that they are missing out on family festivities and fun parties. Besides, the cold weather can make it difficult for seniors […]
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Nov
Nov
Winter is the season of festive cheer and holidays. While most people love the holiday season, winter also means lower temperatures, shorter days, and fewer social outings. After all, who wants to go out in the snow? It’s not unusual for people to feel sad during the colder months. Lower energy levels, lethargy, and feeling […]
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Aug
Aug
It is never an easy task for seniors to decide to move out of their home. It is a daunting task for families as well. How can they decide on the best senior living facility for their family members? Most seniors and their families have a handful of significant concerns like safety, health, and boredom […]
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Aug
Aug
Safety is one of the biggest concerns when it comes to senior communities. Seniors and their families expect residences to safeguard their physical and mental health. Residence owners have to meet – and even exceed – their expectations. Fortunately, there are many tools available in the market to help you achieve your goals. What Are […]
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Jul
Jul
Summer is a great time to go outdoors. For most of us, summer means gardening, barbecues, and relaxing in the backyard. But the heat can pose a threat, especially to people aged 65 and older. Research shows that 36% of heat-related deaths happen amongst seniors [1]. Excessive heat is bad for everyone but seniors are […]
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Jul
Jul
There are many reasons for a senior to move into retirement communities or assisted-living facilities. Sometimes it is the family that makes the collective decision to move a loved one. Either way, it is a gut-wrenching process for everyone. But often, there is no other option left for the older adult as they need more […]
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Jun
Jun
In many developed nations, senior citizens are the fastest-growing demographic. And Canada is no exception. In fact, Canadians live longer than most people in other countries [1]. But this generation of seniors is very different from the ones before them. They are healthier and work even after retiring. They are capable of living independently for […]
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Jun
Jun
Seniors make up a significant portion of Canada’s population at present. This demographic is growing at a rapid pace too. By 2030, it is estimated that 23% of the population will be 65 or older (around 9.5 million) [1]. Sure, an aging population poses challenges. But it also opens up new opportunities for the use […]
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