Celebrate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15th
Ontario will join a number of jurisdictions across Canada and around the world in marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). By wearing something purple on June 15th, we can raise awareness of this important [...]
Dealing with Loneliness
Everyone needs some time alone, but being alone against your will can be very painful. You risk loosing your sense of purpose and self-worth, and becoming depressed. As family members and friends die, and children become [...]
Seniors On Site: Answering the SOS for Families
Seniors on Site was created just over two years ago in answer to the growing demand for non-medical at-home care for seniors living in their own homes, or retirement residences and for young families in need [...]
Dealing with Physical Changes
As we age, we face many changes and many sources of stress – we are not as strong as we used to be, illness is more of a problem, children move away from home, people [...]
Security Tips for Seniors
--Vancouver Policy Department, Crime Prevention Many seniors list “fear of crime” as one of their biggest concerns. Statistics show, however, that for most crimes, seniors are the least victimized group. Also, much of the crime [...]
Good Health Habits at Age 60 and Beyond
Good Health Habits at Age 60 and Beyond Do you feel as good now as you did at age 40? At age 50? If the answer is no, read on. You might be able to [...]