When Couples Are Separated by Different Care Needs
This is one of the harder realities in eldercare that doesn’t get talked about enough: care systems are built around individual needs, not couples.
Making Home Care Work While You Wait for Long-Term Care in BC
That 287-day figure is the average time on the waitlist – from the day someone is formally added to the list to the day a bed becomes available. It doesn’t include the time before that: waiting for the assessment, getting approved, and getting onto the list in the first place.
Wheelchairs for Seniors – What to look for
Whether you’re helping an aging parent regain independence after a fall, supporting a loved one with a progressive condition like Parkinson’s or dementia, or planning ahead for future mobility needs, understanding the basics before you shop can save you money, frustration, and help you avoid choosing a chair that doesn’t actually fit your elder’s life.
The 24-Hour Workday: Why Caregivers Need Their Own Labour Day Movement
While industrial workers successfully fought to cap their hours over a century ago, a different kind of workforce has been left behind. This workforce wears no uniform, clocks into no factory, and receives no paycheck. Canada’s family caregivers.
Chronic Wounds in Caregiving – What to Watch For
You’re not expected to treat the wound. You’re expected to notice it – daily, consistently, and with enough detail that the people who do treat it can act on what you’ve seen.
Make Water Safety Part of the Care Plan
Water safety is a common topic this time of year. But when we talk about water safety in a caregiving context, we’re not usually talking about the pool.
Here’s how to think about water safety when you’re building or reviewing a care plan.
Who Takes Over When the Caregiver Goes Down?
For many families, there is one person who quietly holds everything together.
They schedule appointments, manage medications, prepare meals, coordinate care, and provide emotional support. They are the primary family caregiver – the person everyone relies on.
But what happens when that caregiver gets sick?
3 Senior Father’s Day Activities
Check out our 3 wonderful Father’s Day activities that seniors can enjoy with their loved ones. Whether it’s spending quality time outdoors or exploring shared interests, these activities are sure to make the day special.
Using Technology During a Disaster
Cognitive changes, unfamiliarity with devices, sensory limitations, and the disorientation that emergencies bring can all make technology harder to access exactly when it’s needed most.
Caregiving as an Only Child
There’s a particular kind of loneliness that comes with being an only child caring for an aging parent. If this is your reality, you’re not alone in the experience.