Working Daughters Balancing Elder Care Are at Their Breaking Point
Women have historically shouldered a greater share of domestic responsibilities (housework and caregiving) than men, and this inequity,...
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Ageing Safely atHome
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- Nov 14, 2022
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Education & resources
Helping Canadians make sense of their end-of-life options. You will find information booklets, forms (adapted by province), webinars...
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- Nov 14, 2022
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Lack of Physical Activity Will Cost $300B by 2030
The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever Global Status Report of Physical Activity, citing some dismal statistics and...
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- Nov 14, 2022
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Fall Prevention Month: 3 ways to reduce your risk of falling
Did you know – falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults in Canada, and between 20% and 30% of...
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- Nov 14, 2022
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Strategies to introduce the Idea of Home Care
It’s common for older adults to be resistant to the idea of needing care. How you approach this conversation can make a world of...
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- Oct 25, 2022
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The New Golden Girls - Maybe, the golden boys - Check out three links.
Harvard University suggests this trend has been gaining speed since at least 2006. It concluded that a "small but growing number of older...
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- Oct 25, 2022
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Social Isolation: Are You at Risk?
Discover the risk factors. Learn how social isolation impacts health and well-being and practical ways to reduce your risk. In 2017,...
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- Oct 25, 2022
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Changing Gears: Making a Plan for Retiring from Driving
Driving is essential in accessing the places and people important in our daily lives. For many, it provides a sense of independence and a...
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- Oct 25, 2022
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Autumn Newsletter
Sadly, summer has come and is mostly gone, and the autumn season is knocking at our doors. This issue contains crucial information about...
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- Aug 30, 2022
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Ageing in Your Home. Yes, you can!
Recently, I was interviewed about 'Why me?' and 'Why now?' I published 'Ageing Safely in the Home of Your Choice.' It's a pretty...
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- Aug 9, 2022
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Sleep Your Way to Better Health
From Promoting Longevity to Preventing Cognitive Decline, What’s the Optimal Amount of Sleep? Follow this link to learn more....
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- Aug 9, 2022
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Suitability of assistive devices
An essential part of healthy aging involves evaluating and accepting changes in your vision, mobility, and hearing and implementing what...
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- Jul 28, 2022
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Free E-Learning lessons & More
McMaster University - Optimal Aging Portal - contains a wealth of information. Click on the link to see what they have to offer. If you...
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- Jul 27, 2022
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Revealing articles from ICAA
The International Council on Active Aging regularly posts exciting articles. This one is particularly noteworthy. Issue 7 deals with...
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- Jul 1, 2022
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To you, a relaxing Canada Day!
Summer is upon us. Time to take in the warmer days. I decided to send out a Special Newsletter, to highlight ways to stay safe,...
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- May 31, 2022
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Up-coming Book fair and Signing
__ June 4th from Noon to 4 PM - Independent Writers Ottawa - Book Fair at Centretown United Church, 507 Bank Sreet, Ottawa __ June 5th...
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- May 24, 2022
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Speech and Hearing as we age
May is Speech and Hearing Awareness Month, which provides an opportunity to generate awareness about the importance of communication....
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- May 24, 2022
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Spring 2022 Newsletter # 6
The Ageing Safely newsletter will be sent out quarterly and posted on my blog later in the month. It continues to provide tidbits of...
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- Apr 23, 2022
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April 2022 Newsletter
The Ageing Safely newsletter comes out on the new moon for subscribed readers. Several weeks after, the newsletter will be posted here....
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- Mar 29, 2022
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Excited to share a recent interview.
I recently had the honor of being interviewed during a podcast held by Seniors Junction. Visit their website for other interesting...
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