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Risks and Causes of Hoarding in Seniors

Risks and Causes of Hoarding in Seniors

Most of us define hoarding as a disorder involving excessive saving of items that other people may view as worthless and unnecessary.  Does someone you know, and love exhibit hoarding behaviours? Hoarding is different from collecting too many items and can lead to extreme clutter and make a dwelling unsafe. Risks of hoarding to seniors…

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Seniors take precautions against dehydration  this summer season

Seniors take precautions against dehydration  this summer season

Regrettably, up to 40% of elderly individuals do not intake sufficient liquids, while approximately 17-28% of older people suffer from constant dehydration. Dehydration can make you feel sick and worsen existing health issues. It can also elevate your chances of experiencing heat exhaustion and severe health conditions. What are some indications that you could be…

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Key Features to Consider When Buying a Home as a Senior

Key Features to Consider When Buying a Home as a Senior

Ensuring Safety, Comfort, and Practicality When seniors are thinking about buying a house, it’s crucial to assess if the property fulfills their present and future needs. Some individuals choose to grow old in their own homes, and elderly individuals should carefully choose the property where they will live during their retirement. Whether seniors decide to…

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6 tips to get you started on your journey downsizing to a better lifestyle

6 tips to get you started on your journey downsizing to a better lifestyle

People downsize for several reasons. Most people cut their costs by moving to smaller dwellings. You can save money on utilities, home repairs, and property maintenance. Some people want a simpler lifestyle with fewer chores to provide more time for the things they enjoy. Others moved from a multilevel home to a one-level home because…

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Helping Seniors break through the walls of solitude

Helping Seniors break through the walls of solitude

When you go to work every day, you see familiar faces  and have the opportunity to socialize. Socializing keeps the mind active. Then comes retirement, and we no longer see those familiar faces, our routines change, and we lose contact. Many seniors see solitude as a wall that separates them from the outside world, leaving…

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Is it time to hire a caregiver?

Is it time to hire a caregiver?

Many seniors are happy and healthy aging in place, but they encounter physical and/or health challenges that can interfere with independent living.  Depending on the level of assistance required for daily living, a full-time caregiver may be necessary. Family members often provide support; however, full-time or part-time caregivers may be required when constant care is…

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