Forest Bathing in Fall: A Perfect Practice for Seniors
This Japanese tradition, known as shinrin-yoku, isn’t about hiking or exercising—it’s a mindful exercise in nature.
The Role of Memory Cafes in Canada
A Memory cafe is a welcoming place for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or any other form of dementia. What role do they play?
Living Actively with Arthritis
September is National Arthritis Awareness Month in Canada — a time to raise awareness about a condition that affects more than 6 million Canadians. For seniors and their caregivers, the key message is clear: arthritis doesn’t have to stop you from living an active, fulfilling life.
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month: Risk Factors and Taking Action
Ovarian cancer is a significant health concern in Canada, with approximately 3,000 women expected to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2025, and less than half of them are expected to live more than 5 years. In Canada, the 5-year net survival rate for ovarian cancer is 44% (Canadian Cancer Society).
Understanding the “Silent Killer” That Affects Canadian Seniors
Ovarian cancer is a significant health concern in Canada, with approximately 3,000 women expected to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2025, and less than half of them are expected to live more than 5 years. In Canada, the 5-year net survival rate for ovarian cancer is 44% (Canadian Cancer Society).
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.
AI Scam-Fighting Grandmas and Robot Arms: The Wild Future of Senior Tech
Welcome to 2025’s senior technology revolution, where AI-powered grandmas wage war against scammers, robot arms catch falling seniors, and smartwatches can literally detect death. This is the wild future of senior tech, and it’s happening right now in Canada and around the world.
High-Tech, High-Touch: Why the Best Senior Care Uses Both Innovation and Community
The future of senior care isn’t about choosing between cutting-edge technology and compassionate human connection—it’s about thoughtfully combining both. As our population ages and families become more geographically dispersed, the most effective senior care providers are discovering that innovation amplifies rather than replaces the human touch.
We Asked AI About the Future of Senior Care in 2075 – Here’s What It Told Us
According to our AI advisor from 2075, traditional nursing homes have become relics of the past. The transformation began after what they call the “demographic crisis of the 2030s,” when nearly 30% of Canadians were over 65. Instead of moving seniors into isolated facilities, communities have been completely reimagined.
Retirement Volunteering: Making Your Golden Years Gleam Brighter (Updated 2025)
A 2010 Statistics Canada survey shows that elderly people aged 65+ make up 36.5% of the volunteer population. That number is higher now. Seniors are an integral part of the volunteer force. Read on to see what are some of the best volunteer roles for seniors.