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.
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.
Sundowning in Dementia
Understanding sundowning is your first step toward managing it difficult episodes of sundowning. For exhausted caregivers, that matters enormously.
Spring Planning for Seniors
Spring’s arrival should feel like relief — but for many Canadian seniors, the shift from winter brings unexpected challenges that can affect health, safety, and daily routines. Here’s how to prepare.
Seniors Helping Seniors: The Neighbor-Led Model That’s Transforming Aging in Place
Most aging-in-place programs follow a familiar pattern: agencies send staff into buildings, deliver services to seniors, and leave. The NORC Ambassadors program flips this model entirely – putting older adults themselves in charge of creating the communities they need to thrive.
Post-Holiday Depression in Seniors
After the lights come down and family gatherings end, many seniors experience a noticeable emotional crash. Post-holiday depression is common – especially for older adults dealing with loneliness, chronic illness, or dementia. Families can play a powerful role in spotting early signs and helping seniors transition back into winter routines.
Death Doulas and End-of-Life Planning
Death doulas complement hospice rather than replace it. They can begin working with families at any stage of the dying process – whether immediately following a diagnosis or even years before death is imminent.
Logging Out: Preparing for Your Digital End of Life
Thirty years ago, “clearing out someone’s belongings” meant sorting through photo albums, filing cabinets, and maybe a few floppy disks. Today, our digital lives span dozens of platforms, hundreds of passwords, and countless precious memories stored in the cloud. For Canadian families, preparing for digital end-of-life has become as important as writing a traditional will.