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What is Convalescent Care?
Convalescent care refers to the short-term care provided by skilled professionals to persons recovering from an illness, injury, or surgery. The goal is for the individual to gain enough strength to become independent again without requiring support. With this type of care, older adults can get back on their feet without having to stay in […]
Reading is a great way to stay sharp. A study from researchers at the Yale School of Public Health shows that reading novels increases longevity by up to two years. The National Health and Retirement Study consisted of 3,635 people over 50 years of age. The results indicated that book readers lived longer than non-book-readers by some […]
This is one of the toughest questions to answer because nobody likes to hear “It depends.” Most tablets fall into one of three categories: iOS (Apple), Android or Windows. While there are many technical differences between these platforms they can all be used for the same things. In order for me to answer this question, […]
Flu season is upon us. In Canada, seasonal flu activity can begin as early as October and continue as late as May. Between 10% and 20% of the population will get the flu each year, with certain people experiencing higher risk complications or hospitalization, including, for example, those over 65 years old. Hospitalization, although sometimes […]
The millions of cute animal photos and videos on the internet are a testament to humankind’s adoration of our four-legged friends. Most pet owners would agree that their pets bring them enormous joy and that they consider their pet a legitimate member of their family. Benefits Another great aspect to pet ownership are the health […]
We know that older adults often experience changes in physical health, but they also experience a change in their social roles (such as retirement or children having grown up) that can influence their opportunities for socializing with people. This is important to note, as studies suggest that social activities may be particularly important for older […]
Have you noticed a senior in your life becoming increasingly isolated? Sometimes it can be a hard topic to discuss, as people may be too proud to admit how they are really feeling. However, the conversation is important as loneliness can have a major impact on a senior’s health and well-being. Isolation and loneliness are […]
“When our perils are past, shall our gratitude sleep?” – George Canning We established the Seasons Celebrates program to highlight the remarkable lives of our residents and celebrate them. Residents who wish to enter the contest answer questions about their lives, such as “what period of your life was most difficult and how did you […]
100th Anniversary of WWI: Remembering the “guns of August”
While most people look forward to the August long weekend as a time for resting, relaxing and enjoying the summer sun, the 2014 holiday weekend holds a somber place in history: it marks the 100th anniversary of the declaration of WWI. In a recent interview on The National with Peter Mansbridge, Brian Stewart, journalist and […]
As you might guess, there’s a generational gap as far as surfing the web goes. The good news is, it seems to be shrinking. In the 2000s, Canadian seniors greatly increased their Internet usage. According to a 2010 Statistics Canada study, 29% of people age 75 and over and 60% of those 65 to 74 […]
Senior living myths debunked: Getting to the root of “I’m not ready yet”
Change is difficult for many people. Despite burdensome home maintenance, poor eating habits, isolation or the worry about who to call in an emergency, some older adults respond negatively when family members broach the subject of retirement home living. To assist in the conversation, here are some of the most common objections and how Seasons […]
Seniors and garden fatigue: Bridge the gap with a rental town home
We welcome the idea of spring with open arms, especially after a long brutal winter, but for some, the idea of readying the yard and garden can feel overwhelming. It takes a great deal of work to care and fertilize the lawn, prepare the flower beds, bring the patio furniture out from storage, clear or […]
