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Family caregiving — Ten tips for a safer home Pt. 2

April 18th, 2012

Lug-free Laundry

The wish to remain “at home” must be paired with the realization that age almost always necessitates adjustments and modifications according to changing needs and abilities. The best place to start is with a review. This will help you to determine what changes are needed to improve safety and independence. Here, we feature 10 areas to look at that will get you off to a great start.
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Family caregiving — Ten tips for a safer home Pt. 1

April 16th, 2012

Aging at Home

It is not surprising that an overwhelming number of us want to continue living in our own homes as we age. In fact, a national survey of 1,000 Canadians found that 70 per cent would be more comfortable staying put, and this desire increases as we get even older.

The wish to remain “at home” must be paired with the realization that age almost always necessitates adjustments and modifications according to changing needs and abilities. The best place to start is with a review. This will help you to determine what changes are needed to improve safety and independence. Here, we feature 10 areas to look at that will get you off to a great start. Continue reading


Behind closed doors: Fostering independence and safety in the bathroom

December 7th, 2011

Caregiver Solutions

Health Canada reports that one in three seniors will fall at least once in their lifetime, and 20% of injury-related deaths among seniors can be traced back to a fall. Health Canada also reports that bathrooms and stairs are particularly… (Read more)