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  • Best at Home Activities to Keep the Senior Mind Active

    October 22, 2021

    Memory and other cognitive changes can be frustrating but keeping the mind active can help reduce cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia.

  • How to Cope with an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis as a Family

    October 6, 2021

    Alzheimer’s disease is most common in those over the age of 65 and upwards of 500,000 people are living with dementia in Canada today.

  • New Season, New You: Fun Ideas to Start the Fall Season

    September 26, 2021

    As the weather gets cooler and the days get shorter, it can only mean one thing; fall is here! With everything changing, it can be overwhelming trying to get plans or tasks organized. Changing seasons should be the start of a new beginning and chapter in your life where you can try new things, celebrate life, or meet new people.

  • 6 Benefits of Flexible Work Hours

    September 14, 2021

    For some, a strict job schedule can make it difficult to balance work and life, leading to increased stress levels and a decrease in one's overall happiness. Becoming a Senior Helpers caregiver allows people to create a schedule that works best for their personal life and needs.

  • Stay Safe by Keeping Track of Vaccine and Immunization Records

    August 27, 2021

    As the COVID-19 pandemic has shown us, diseases and outbreaks can happen at any time, and any place, so the importance of staying up to date and on top of routine immunizations cannot be understated.

  • 5 Tips to Help You Rest Easy at Night

    August 2, 2021

    As we age and our bodies change, it's common to notice a difference in not only how long we sleep but the quality of it.

  • The Four Best Activities for Summer

    July 20, 2021

    Get out and enjoy the summer weather while it is here. While all seasons bring their own conditions, the summer months and the sunshine it typically brings with it, give us the time to enjoy the outdoors more than at any other point during the year.

  • Sun Prevention Tips for Seniors

    July 2, 2021

    It is important to take precautionary measures to protect your skin from the sun. Exposure to the sun can lead to sunburn, skin aging, eye damage, and cancer. Considering everyone can be affected by the sun, Senior Helpers is here to remind you of measures you can take to stay safe from it.

  • Common Health Concerns That Complicate Senior Care

    June 20, 2021

    While our goal is always to keep ourselves in good or excellent health, that goal becomes particularly important once we reach age 65 and older. This is the age when health concerns become more pronounced and potentially life-threatening, and the window for identifying such issues becomes smaller. For this reason, providing good senior care to your loved one can prove difficult. As people age, they become increasingly at-risk of developing heart conditions, high blood pressure and cholesterol, and gaining weight. For seniors and caregivers alike, it’s important to stay aware of the major health concerns affecting the elderly, so you know what to guard against.

  • The Importance of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness

    June 9, 2021

    Nearly 750 thousand Canadians suffer from Alzheimer’s and it is estimated that one million people will be diagnosed with dementia by 2030. Senior Helpers wants to acknowledge some of the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease you should know:

  • Splashing into Summer Safely

    May 24, 2021

    Summer is right around the corner! With temperatures rising, the summer heat can be dangerous for many. Senior Helpers wants to remind everyone to monitor their health this upcoming season. It is important to take precautionary measures to protect yourself from the sun. Here are a few summer tips to get you through the summer heat and enjoy it too!

  • Stress Management Tips for Seniors

    April 27, 2021

    Did you know that it is normal for aging seniors to feel overwhelmed and stressed? Stress hormones can negatively affect your physical health. Many studies have shown that elevated levels are connected to high blood pressure, weakened immune systems, and heart disease. Stress in older adults can also directly relate to insomnia, late-life depression, cognitive decline, and Alzheimer's disease. This is why it is so important to find ways to manage your mental and physical wellness!

  • Prescription-Free Ways to Help Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

    April 21, 2021

    A Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis can come with unanswered questions. It can be challenging to decide what may be next for you and/or your loved ones. While there is no standard treatment for PD patients, there are several different options to explore.

  • Resources and education for those with Parkinson's Disease

    April 12, 2021

    April is Parkinson’s Awareness month and Senior Helpers wants to help ensure your loved ones have the care they need. Luckily, resources are available, providing the education families need to understand in order to help provide the right care.

  • Parkinson's Awareness Month

    April 4, 2021

    Often if you hear someone has Parkinson’s Disease the information regarding this disease is confusing. These are just some facts about Parkinson’s to help you, a patient, a client or a family member to understand the disease a little better. Parkinson’s affects nearly 100,000 Canadians, both men and women from all ethnic backgrounds.

  • Liver Health Month - Myths vs. Facts

    March 1, 2021

    Just how much do you know about your Liver? In honour of Liver Health Month learn the answers to some of the most common myths surround your liver.

  • Wellness Boosting Valentine’s Day Activities for Seniors

    February 13, 2021

    Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and it could be looking a little bit different for you this year. No matter if you are with your loved ones or separated from them, we can all celebrate the holiday in our own unique way. Senior Helpers would like to share a few wellness-boosting activities you can participate in on this upcoming Valentine’s Day!

  • Bell Let's Talk Day

    January 24, 2021

  • Planning Out the Year Ahead

    December 27, 2020