Moving into an assisted living facility can be a major decision for seniors, and one that needs to be considered carefully. It’s a significant life change that can sometimes lead to feelings of anxiety or depression. This isn’t surprising, considering what’s involved in the decision – feeling a loss of independence, moving away from the home you know, and possibly having a completely different schedule to adjust to. It’s important to talk to loved ones and health professionals about any negative thoughts or feelings you might be having, as it is a very big change for your future health and wellbeing.
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Lost Your Marbles?
One of the most common types of dizziness is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), which can cause the sensation of spinning, vertigo, nausea and/or imbalance that lasts for seconds or minutes. These symptoms are triggered by head movements or rolling over in bed. This is caused by calcium carbonate crystals (ear rocks, small marbles) inside the inner ear moving to areas where they don’t belong. A qualified physiotherapist uses specific maneuvers of moving the head into certain positions to return these crystals back to the chamber where they should be. These treatments are very effective in most cases.
Words to Live By
“How do we nurture the soul? By revering our own life. By learning to love it all, not only the joys and the victories, but also the pain and the struggles.”- Nathaniel Branden
Wellness Trivia Questions:
.1 More than half of your bones are located in which two parts of the body? 2. What is the scientific term for a disease that causes dizziness? 3. TRUE OR FALSE – The color orange is named after the fruit. 4. Woman’s ______ are faster than men’s? 5. Which blood type is considered a Universal Donor?
Polar Bear Safari: November 7th 2021
Experience a one-day adventure to Churchill, to witness the magnificent polar bear in its natural environment. Each November, the bears migrate towards the coast of Hudson Bay in anticipation of the winter freeze, allowing them access to their favourite meal, the ring seal. Your adventure begins with a non-stop flight from Saskatoon with a naturalist onboard, who will provide valuable insights on this iconic mammal. Upon landing in Churchill, you will board a Tundra Buggy for a 5-6 hour guided excursion of polar bear country. A dinner flight back to Saskatoon, completes a captivating day in Canada.
Dentures Jeopardizing Your Health?
Many people are not aware that by not making frequent visits to their Denturist Office (every 2-3 years), their overall oral health may be jeopardized making their denture wearing ability and comfort harder to achieve. Changes occur in both the bone structure and soft tissues of your mouth. Usually, a simple reline or rebase can refit the denture to the gums causing a more comfortable and tighter fit. However, between the 5-8 year mark, the actual denture teeth may be worn down enough to cause damage to your tempo mandibular joint from over closing. This over closing can also lead to cracking of the corners of the lips, aging of the face, or even headaches.
Tips for Improving Memory
Here are some easy ways you can help your loved one with dementia improve their memory: 1) Assemble a set of flash cards with simple pictures of common household objects on them. Ask the person to describe what’s on the card and how it might be used, or create a story using the pictures. 2) Help them get plenty of exercise, which can help dispel anxiety and depression, improve overall health, and contribute to clearer thinking. 3) Play simple and fun board or computer games to help keep their memory sharp and potentially help connect them to happy memories.
Housekeeping Services
Many seniors in Saskatoon require this service to help keep their home clean and safe for them. Saskatoon Services for Seniors offers housekeeping services for all seniors in Saskatoon. Our staff is screened and fully insured. We are here to assist with many household cleaning services such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, dusting and wall washing. We only provide the services that you require and as such only have a one hour minimum for each appointment. We can provide regular weekly service, bi-weekly services or just when you need us. The fee involved is based on the seniors income and if cost is a barrier, though our donors we can usually overcome this barrier to be able to get seniors the help they need.
Need Groceries? We Deliver!
Saskatoon Services for Seniors is proud to provide Grocery Delivery to seniors and disabled adults around Saskatoon. Our staff deliver groceries three days each week to help seniors and disabled adults get the food and supplies they need. We shop at the store of the Seniors choice and get only what they order. Our staff can not only shop for grocery items but health products as well as they require them. Seniors that have mobility issues can also inquire if they need assistance with the delivery and our staff can help put their items away for them as well in the home. We have a small $6 delivery fee along with a 10% administration fee. If you are interested in this program contact our office today!
Four Benefits of Funeral Pre-Planning
Peace of Mind: Leaving written instructions and setting aside adequate funds relieves you of worry, knowing that things will be easier on your family financially and emotionally. Dignity & Control: You are able to make the decisions and document every detail of your final wishes, while controlling the budget. Money when your family needs it most: Pre-paying for funeral expenses allows for funds to be available immediately to pay for funeral costs; no probate or unnecessary delays. Eligibility and Flexibility: You are eligible for benefits at any age and any health condition. There are payment options to suit anyone’s budget.
Friendly Caller Program
Saskatoon Services for Seniors is excited to welcome Ade to our Friendly Caller team. Ade is our newest Social Work practicum student from the U of R and will be available two to three days a week. She will be a great welcome to our team and our many clients. If you are or know a local senior that could use a weekly call and friendly voice to talk with please contact our office today. This service is available to any senior and is provided at no cost.
