Caregiving is an exhausting and often round-the-clock role that many of us will take on in our lifetime. How do we thrive while providing holistic supportive care to our loved ones? The answer is by caring for ourselves! The best way for both you and your loved ones to flourish is by accepting help and creating a community of support. If a friend or family member offers to give you respite, leave your guilt at the door and enjoy this time away! If you would like to have support from the experts, call Comfort Keepers today.
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Should I Buy Travel Insurance?
Travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, trip cancellations and interruptions is highly recommended; especially for seniors. A medical emergency in a foreign country is not covered by your provincial health insurance; a hospital stay can easily cost $100,000 or more. If you do get sick and can’t travel home from your destination, trip interruption insurance will cover your costs while you recover. If you become ill before you travel, trip cancellation insurance will reimburse travel costs. Travel insurance buys peace of mind. If you travel several times a year, you may want to consider annual travel insurance.
Alzheimer’s & Home Safety
If you are part of a family that includes a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease, it’s important to remember that one of the keys to aging at home is doing so safely. Safety at home begins with adapting the environment to support the changing abilities of the person with Alzheimer’s. Tips to help safeguard the home include: Install safety latches/locks on the doors and fenced/gated exteriors; Limit access to knives and harmful chemicals; Install grab bars for safe movement; Keep furniture in the same spot to avoid confusion; Install alarms on the doors, and store car keys in a locked container.
Learn a New Skill this Fall
This fall, seniors have a golden opportunity to embrace the joy of learning new skills. Whether it’s mastering digital photography, delving into creative writing, or exploring the intricacies of gardening, the season offers a perfect backdrop for growth. With a wealth of online resources and community classes, seniors can engage their minds and passions, fostering a sense of accomplishment and connection. Learning not only enhances cognitive function but also brings fulfillment and a renewed sense of purpose. Embracing the vibrant hues of autumn, seniors can embark on a rewarding journey, proving that it’s never too late to acquire fresh skills and enrich their lives.
What Does Health Mean to You?
What is your definition of health? It can be different depending on your goals, ability, current health status and other aspects of your life. Health incorporates mental, physical, and social health, just to name a few areas that impact our overall health and what we consider health to be, look like and feel like. Before you make your next health goal, define what health means to you. Research, reflection, and coaching can all help set goals, formulate plans, and the all-important maintenance phase of all changes that come with goal setting. I can help.
Ask The Expert
q: The lenses in my glasses used to get dark in the sunlight but they don’t seem to work any longer, what’s going on? a: It’s rare, but sometimes photochromic lenses degrade over time and can’t be fixed. If you bought them in the last couple of years they might still be under warranty for replacement. If you have questions about old or new glasses, stop by Mosaic Optometry, we would be glad to help!
A Collaborative Plan for Your Injury
It can be frustrating when getting treated by a single practitioner for weeks with no end in sight. At Origin Integrated Health, we go for a collaborative approach! We offer you an individualized treatment plan to follow that most often involves collaboration between experts in the field. We treat the cause of your pain and focus on strengthening your imbalances in motion. We call upon:
• Myofascial techniques and Class IV Laser with a Chiropractor
• Inter-muscular Stimulation or Acu-Stimulation with a Physiotherapist or Acupuncturist.
• Active Rehab with an Athletic Therapist or Kinesiologist.
• Injection therapy with Naturopaths and Acupuncturists.
Let’s make you a master plan to get YOU BETTER!
Socks with Comfortable Compression
Are you moving enough during the day? If you spend a lot of time sitting, your calf muscles which usually help pump blood through your veins do very little. This can cause swelling and blood to pool in the lower legs. Standing all day can have the same effect. Walking is a great exercise to help the calf muscles do their job. Socks with compression squeeze your legs to move blood up your leg whether you are sitting or standing. Voxx Knee Highs offer gentle compression, are comfortable to wear and have HPT to help with pain, balance and stability.
A Friend Wants to Buy your Home?
While it’s nice to sell your house to someone you know and have an easy transition, be mindful of the value of your home. Recently, we encountered a “nice” neighbour who offered to buy a senior’s home for $600,000 cash. The market value of the home was closer to $1,200,000. Without intervention from loved ones and a trusted real estate professional, the owner’s financial future could have been critically compromised. Be sure to ask for sound advice before making big decisions! Questions on Real Estate? Call Tony.
Denture Options to Suit You
Properly fitted dentures are an important part of wellness. They look and feel just like your natural teeth and allow you to experience a better quality of life. They restore your smile, are comfortable and increase your confidence. Dentures can empower you to enjoy social interactions without fear of a denture malfunction while you are engaged in conversation or dining with friends. Studies reveal a positive link between oral health and mental well-being, making dentures functional as well as allies on your journey to a happier, more confident you. Visit us to find out about denture options and what is best for you.
Free Workshop for Seniors
Circle Wednesday, October 25th on your calendar! The Victoria Seniors Business Network is hosting a free workshop that will feature speakers on Homecare Services, Housing Options and Downsizing Tips.
Guest speakers include: Roger Martin, Owner of Comfort Keepers; Lynn Van de Kamp, Sales Consultant at Parkwood Place and Jills Phipps, Owner of Home Again – Senior Transition Services.
The event will run from 1:30 pm – 3:30 and will be held at St. Patrick’s Parish, 2060 Haultain Street in Victoria.
Seats are limited. Reserve yours today. Register for this free workshop at SeniorLifestyleSupport.Eventbrite.ca or call (778) 200-3387.
