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Aging in Place
Preparing for Cold Weather – A Home Safety Checklist for Older Adults
As the temperature drops and the first snowflakes appear, winter can bring beauty—but also new challenges for older adults living at home. Cold weather, icy walkways, and shorter days can…
Prescriptions for aging well: Muscle, strength and protein matter
If you are thinking seriously about how to maintain your health, independence, and quality of life as you age, this is a must-see recording of Dr. Stuart Phillips, Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health, sharing compelling insights into how muscle, strength, and protein play a vital role in aging well.
Aging Safely at Home: Late Summer Checklist for Canadian Homes
Aging in place is more than a preference—it’s a powerful decision to remain in a space that holds memories, familiarity, and comfort. But as the seasons change, so do the…
Eating disorders in older adults: An overlooked but important issue
When we think about eating disorders, we often picture teenagers or young adults. But these conditions don’t disappear with age, they can persist or even begin later in life, often going unrecognized and untreated.
Caregiver Tips from Families Who’ve Been There
Caring for someone you love can be one of life’s most profound responsibilities. It’s full of quiet sacrifices, emotional highs and lows, and lessons you never expected to learn. These…
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Thoughtful Canadian Treasures to Celebrate Her Mother’s Day is more than a date on the calendar—it’s a moment to pause and honor the women who have shaped our lives with…