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Ways to Age Well

The Loneliness of aging in community

How Living Situations Impact Isolation in Seniors

July 29, 2024 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

It’s no secret that humans are social creatures. Connection with others is a crucial part of thriving and without this, we often start to suffer. Indeed, loneliness has been linked to many health issues, including a higher risk of obesity, heart disease, depression, and anxiety. While connection matters for everyone, the topic is even more […]

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Solutions for Loneliness in Seniors

July 24, 2024 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH 2 Comments

In this post, we examine the pattern of caregiving in seniors, along with potential solutions.

An older woman in a wheelchair outside, highlighting the question of when is it time for memory care

Aging Parents With Dementia – When Is It Time For Memory Care?

June 15, 2024 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc

Dementia is complex and presents differently in each person. So, how do you know when it’s time for memory care?

Why Talking About Transport Is So Important For Seniors

Transport for Seniors – Challenges and Modern Solutions

May 8, 2024 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

It’s easy to take transport for granted. Many of us can simply hop in the car and get to where we need to go. There may be other options, like a bus system, an e-bike, and stores within walking distance. Yet, not everyone has that luxury. Transport is an extremely common challenge, especially for low-income […]

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12 Powerful Mobility Aids for Seniors

May 1, 2024 By Alison Lurie Leave a Comment

The ability to be mobile, to come and to go as we please, is something that many people take for granted. Yet, as people age, their ability to be mobile can become compromised by so many different things. For many people, this means that it is a struggle to get out and about. Others even […]

The Benefits and Risks of Social Media for Elderly Parents

April 29, 2024 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Few of us are strangers to social media. Whether we’re fully hooked in or just use it occasionally, we all have a sense of the digital world – and it’s a controversial place.  It’s easy to focus on the risks of social media, like how social media can contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental […]

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