Selling your senior parents’ home and moving them to a new home or retirement/assisted living community can be an involved and emotional experience. Your realtor can help make the sale and purchase of the homes easier. Here are some important things to share with your realtor during this process: 1) Basics about the property and circumstances prompting the move. 2) Financial impacts and potential obstacles to selling the home. 3) Details about what is needed for the new home (size, location, price, desirable features, etc.). 4) Any important information about the timeframes for the sale and purchase of the homes.
Community News
Product Spotlight: PureHepa+
Greentech Environmental Canada presents PureHepa+, a revolutionary air purification system redefining clean air standards. Designed with cutting-edge HEPA filtration technology, PureHepa+ combats indoor pollutants, allergens, and airborne contaminants, ensuring a breath of fresh, pure air for homes or offices. This sleek, compact unit boasts a multi-stage filtration process, removing 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns. Its whisper-quiet operation and energy-efficient design complement its effectiveness. With intelligent sensors providing real-time air quality feedback, PureHepa+ adapts to varying environments, delivering unparalleled air purity. Invest in PureHepa+ for a healthier, invigorating atmosphere – a testament to Greentech’s commitment to superior air quality solutions.
Product Review: Egret EO Sprayer
In an attempt to keep our surroundings free of bacteria and odours, we might use household cleaners that contain harsh chemicals and toxins that can aggravate health conditions. Egret Lab Canada’s Egret EO Sprayer is a patented cleaning generator that creates a natural, non-toxic cleaning solution called electrolyzed water. Also known as hypochlorous acid, electrolyzed water is created through the process of combining salt, water, and electricity. Research has shown that this natural cleaning solution removes 99.9% of many common germs, odours, and bacteria from surfaces, equipment and more, without the need for chemicals or toxins.
Handyman Services
In need of assistance around your home? Our dedicated staff is available to help with various tasks to make your living space more comfortable. Whether you require assistance moving furniture, hanging pictures, changing light bulbs and fixtures, or fixing a leaky tap, our team is here to help. We offer a wide range of services to address your specific needs. If you find yourself in need of support, please don’t hesitate to contact us to arrange for assistance. We are here to help.
Hiring Housekeepers
Are you passionate about cleaning? Or perhaps you know someone who is? We’re currently seeking Housekeepers to join our team, allowing you to turn your love for cleaning into a rewarding profession. Saskatoon Services for Seniors is in search of individuals with a compassionate nature and a strong work ethic to provide assistance in seniors’ homes, specifically with tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and related duties. No medical or personal care knowledge is required, as the role does not involve nursing-related tasks. If you or someone you know is interested, please feel free to inquire for more details. Your commitment can make a positive impact in the lives of seniors in our community.
Consider Volunteering
We are continually seeking volunteers to assist seniors and individuals with disabilities in our community. If you have a passion for giving back and can spare a few hours, please consider reaching out to our office to inquire about volunteering opportunities. We offer a diverse range of programs, including housekeeping, gardening, snow removal, grocery shopping, handyman services, and yard work. If you are interested in contributing to any of these initiatives, we invite you to contact us for more information. Your support can make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve.
Avoid the Winter Blues
The Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines suggest adults should perform at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise per week, as well as two sessions of muscle and bone strengthening activities, to achieve physical AND mental health benefits. With winter coming, and the challenges of leaving home, this can seem daunting! Your physiotherapist can tailor an exercise program designed specifically for you to do inside with minimal space (to help avoid the cold weather!), and with equipment everyone has around their home. At 30 minutes per day, the benefits of exercise are countless, while the side effects are minimal.
Help Support Seniors in Our Community Today!
Now, more than ever, your support is of immense value. It propels the advancement of our services, playing a crucial role in maintaining seniors’ independence. The contributions from our generous supporters not only supplement costs for low-income seniors in the community but also fund essential programs like our free tax assistance program for any senior. Every dollar of support remains within Saskatoon, directly impacting the lives of our community’s lower-income seniors. Your generosity enables us to extend vital assistance to those in need. For those willing to contribute, please refer to our contact information at the end of this article to make a positive impact on the lives of our seniors today.
Fun Hearing Facts!
Here are some fun facts about how other species hear. *Snakes hear through their jaw bone as well as through a traditional inner ear. In essence, snakes have two distinct hearing mechanisms, which helps them hear and catch prey. *In the hopes of attracting a mate, mice serenade each other with sounds inaudible to humans. *Male mosquitoes hear with thousands of tiny hairs growing on their antennae. Humans can rely on technology to improve their hearing. If you are wondering about your own hearing ability, the first thing to do is to book a hearing test.
A New Year of Care
Has your aging loved one had: a minor or major fall, noticeable weight loss, clutter accumulation in the home, missed appointments or overdue bills? Now is the time to discuss plans and consult with professionals. Being a family caregiver can be stressful. Often, we are balancing care for an aging loved one with the needs of our own children, grandchildren, work, or other commitments. Care needs can be relentless. As you begin a new year, consider how professional in-home care for an aging loved one will improve their quality of life and support you as well.
New Year, New You!
Invest in yourself this year with a Personalized Plan to support your health! Choice Nutrition’s expertise in leveraging alternative and holistic treatment approaches, proven effective for over three decades, aims to enhance, restore, or sustain good health. They’ll identify your unique needs and merge the best of natural and conventional healthcare to maximize your health using: 1) Professional-grade custom formula nutritional supplements. 2) Therapies and Services – Naturopathic Consultations, Integrative Microscopy & Cancer Care, Acupuncture, IV Therapy, Sensitivity Testing, Low Intensity Laser, Heavy Metal Testing, Custom Orthotics, Wellness Detox Room, along with Massage, Reflexology, and Reiki being offered.
