What to Do When Siblings Disagree About a Parent’s Care
Conflicts between siblings are relatively common when it comes to making decisions on a parent’s care.
August 15, 2018Right At Home Georgian Triangle6 Steps Men Should Take For Their Health at Any Age
Up to 70% of men’s health problems are preventable through lifestyle changes. These are steps men of all ages can take today to take charge of their health and live longer, healthier lives.
July 27, 2018Right At Home #Aging and Life Planning #Healthy LivingJoin Us to Celebrate 4 Years of In-Home Care in Collingwood
Here’s to four years of providing in-home care in Collingwood! Join us to celebrate this special anniversary on June 19.
Seniors Living With Their Children
Why are more and more Canadian seniors living with their children? In most cases, it is because the parents can no longer safely live alone.
April 24, 2018Right At Home Georgian Triangle #Support for the Caregiver5 Smart Ways Canadian Seniors Can Save Money on Essentials
These are some of the simplest and most effective ways Canadian seniors save money on essentials like gas, groceries, and insurance.
March 26, 2018Right At Home Georgian TriangleG & M Hospital Foundation's 19th Annual Ski Day
Want to try something a little different this Valentine’s Day? G & M Hospital Foundation’s 19th Annual Ski Day happens this year on February 14th.
February 13, 2018Right At Home Georgian TriangleIs Your Loved One Still Capable of Driving Safely?
Some people can maintain a driver’s license into their 90s. For most of us, though, we will reach a point in our twilight years when driving is no longer safe.
January 13, 2018Right At Home Georgian Triangle #Aging and Life PlanningAging-in-Place Guide: How to Stay in Your Home in Later Life
The number of Canadians who first grew up with rock ‘n’ roll, astronauts and McDonald’s is off the charts. The late 1940s through early 1960s were marked by a boom in the Canadian economy, suburban living and, especially, babies. Lots of babies were born during this time period. These boys and girls who lived through the Cold War and cold cuts on Wonder Bread® are now aging individuals who almost all agree on one thing: living in their own home later in life. But how will these aging seniors remain comfortable and safe at home? What proactive steps can help safeguard everyday activities for older adults inside and outside the home?
May 17, 2017Nancy Esson #Aging and Life PlanningHealthy Food Shopping for Elders
“As we age, we require fewer calories but more of certain nutrients including calcium, potassium and vitamins D and B12,” said Nancy Esson, Client Relations and Owner, Georgian Triangle “Many elders encounter difficulties when shopping for and cooking nutrient-rich foods, but dietary obstacles are usually quite manageable with a little coaching and assistance. Staying active and independent as an older adult often starts at the grocery store.”
April 17, 2017Nancy Esson #Healthy LivingMedications and Foods to Avoid if You Have Heart Disease
Cardiovascular disease or heart disease is the number one killer in Canada. It is also the most costly disease in Canada, putting the greatest burden on our national health care system.
February 03, 2017Medications and Foods to Avoid if You Have Heart Disease