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 security
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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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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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Apr
Apr
Everyone knows that exercise is good for you but how many of us stay active as we get older? Some people believe that you should then use exercise as you grow older. Others think that they are too old to start working out. Nothing could be further from the truth! In fact, exercise gives benefits […]