April 6, 2020
Toronto Senior Health
How High Blood Pressure Can Affect Memory And Cognitive Function In Toronto’s Seniors
Nearly one in five Canadians adults — about 4.6 million people between the ages of 20 and 79 — has high blood pressure according to Statistics Canada. This article outlines ways to help Toronto's seniors avoid high blood pressure and related medical issues for Toronto's elders.
Cold Weather Risks For Seniors And The Elderly: What To Look For And How To Decrease Risk
When the temperature drops, older adults run a higher risk of health problems and injuries related to the weather. It’s important that they, and those who care for them, take certain precautions at this time of year. Here are some health hazards for seniors and elders to avoid in the winter.
Caring For A Loved One With Alzheimer’s: Do Spousal Caregivers Suffer The Most Stress?
For Toronto seniors dealing with Alzheimer's, spouses are more often then not, the first person to fill the caretaker role. And according to a Finnish study, spousal caregivers, especially ones with a previous history of depression, experience the highest level of caregiver stress.
Pneumonia In Toronto’s Seniors and Elders: What To Know
Pneumonia is the 8th leading cause of death in Canada, mostly among at risk populations like infants, young children, immune compromised, and the elderly. There are strategies that can aid senior caregivers in reducing the risk of pneumonia in Toronto's seniors and elders.
Activities for Seniors with Dementia: Keeping The Memories Alive
Watching a loved one’s memory fade is not only painful, but also emotionally and physically draining. Caretakers often find themselves repeating sentences mentioned only a moment ago, and reminding patients or loved ones of the many daily tasks needed for proper everyday functioning. There are ways to make these stressful times more bearable, and even possibly slow down the brain’s aging process.
Toronto Caregivers Feel The Stress Of Caring For Senior Loved Ones
Taking care of a senior or elderly loved one, especially if that loved one is in poor health, can put a tremendous amount of stress on non-paid caregivers such as family and close friends. Comfort Keepers can provide respite care for Toronto's senior caregivers, providing in-home care and support for their elder loved ones.
An Aging Population: Canadian Seniors Outnumber Children
As of July 1, 2015 Canadian’s over 65 outnumber the 14 and under population. In fact, according to Statistics Canada, out of the 35 million Canadians, 5,780,900 are over 65 years of age compared to the 5,749,400 who are 14 years and younger. This will create a growing demand for senior care services such as in-home health care.
Toronto Seniors and Post-Holiday Blues: Why It Happens And What to Do
For seniors and the elderly, holiday depression can have many contributing factors: isolation from family and friends, feelings of loss and loneliness for a spouse or close friends who have passed, or the compounding effects of dealing with poor health…. just to name a few. Additionally, according to the American Geriatrics Society, seniors may also feel blue after the holidays if they are facing money issues, and spent beyond a budget. Here are ways to help your senior loved ones manage the effects of post-holiday blues.
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