The Benefits of Music for Healthy Aging
Remember the days when you used to just turn on some music and get lost in it? The rhythm, tempo,
The Impact of Social Isolation & Tips to Reduce the Risk
Statistics Canada reports that 80% of Canadian seniors engage in one or more social activities on a monthly basis. At
10 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Stroke
Did you know that 90% of strokes are linked to 10 avoidable risks? Stroke happens when the blood supply
Diagnosis: Loneliness – GP Says Doctors Need Time to Care for Lonely Patients
We’ve talked a lot about the growing epidemic of loneliness and social isolation in older adults. We know that it’s
The Art and Science of Aging with Jill O’Donnell
At 77 years young, Jill O’Donnell is a specialist on successful aging. Not only is she the Director of “Jill
Seniors and the Suburbs: Preventing Isolation
The suburbs – they’re spacious, more affordable, and home to approximately 66% of Canadians. But are they “age-friendly”? A recent
Heat Stroke and Exhaustion: What to watch for and how to respond
The hot days of summer are here, and while it can feel great to soak up some sun, too hot
Seniors and Pets: the many benefits of being a pet parent
“My goal in life is to be as good of a person as my dog already thinks I am.” ~
Maintaining Mobility with Age
What do our overall health, happiness and social schedules have in common? Mobility. Our ability to get from point A
