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SureWork Solutions was established to create awareness for live-in care as a solution to allow seniors to remain in their own homes, with a focus on consistent and quality care.

We specialize in providing local full-time caregivers for clients on a live-in or live-out basis, as well as arranging overseas live-in caregivers through the Federal Government’s Live-in Caregiver Program.

Caregiving Tips

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Preventing Caregiver Burnout

Outside the world of paid work, the people most prone to burnout are caregivers – people who devote themselves to the unpaid care of chronically ill or disabled family members. The demands of caregiving can be overwhelming, especially if you feel you have little control over the situation or that you’re in over your head….

A guide for caregivers and family

From preventative exercise routines, to housing options, money-management and estate-planning, we’ve got expert advice for every part of caring for an elderly friend or family member…

How to Care: Long-Distance Caregiving

Long-distance caregiving can be just as or even more stressful than being there. Long-distance caregivers may not be on site providing direct care, but they could be busy in their role as care managers — locating and coordinating services; negotiating with the care recipient, health professionals and family members; delegating tasks; monitoring the situation and making decisions.Telephone and travel may provide some relief but distance can heighten the caregiver’s feelings of anxiety and guilt. An extended period of long-distance caregiving exacts a heavy toll on the caregiver’s personal, family and work life….

Aboriginal Canada Portal

Elders – Health and Social Services

Ethnocultural Elders and Mental Health

The most recent figures from Statistics Canada show that, over the next 10 years, the percentage of Canadians over the age of 65 with a non-English or non-French-speaking background will increase from 17% to 20%.1 That translates into an increase of about 1 million to 1.3 million people. These are huge numbers—and are just the tip of the iceberg. We therefore need to reflect on our current geriatric mental health programs….

SeniorSSuperStoreS – Gifts, Products and Resources for Seniors

If you are a senior or someone with impairments that affect your ability to live comfortably and independently, then we are your One-Stop-Shop to help you live with more self-confidence and more dignity….

In-home Care Can Help Elders Stay Part of Family Functions

Caregivers are often torn between wanting their parent, who may live in assisted living, a nursing home or even at home alone, to be a part of family functions, and wondering how they can pull it off. Whether the event is a family wedding or a Christmas celebration, they often think “Grandma would love this.” And then? How do we combine taking care of Grandma and attending or creating the function itself? How do we pay attention to the bride and groom, if Grandma needs all of our care? Enter in-home caregivers…

In-home Care Can Help Elders Stay Part of Family Functions

Caregivers are often torn between wanting their parent, who may live in assisted living, a nursing home or even at home alone, to be a part of family functions, and wondering how they can pull it off. Whether the event is a family wedding or a Christmas celebration, they often think “Grandma would love this.” And then? How do we combine taking care of Grandma and attending or creating the function itself? How do we pay attention to the bride and groom, if Grandma needs all of our care? Enter in-home caregivers.

Supporting the primary caregiver: Mistakes made, lessons learnt, tips shared

Rajesh is a management consultant living in Bangalore. His wife’s mother started showing dementia symptoms around 13 years ago and was diagnosed 10 years ago; the caregiving fell on his wife, who, as primary caregiver, got increasingly pulled into providing the care. In this candid write-up, Rajesh shares how he failed to support his wife because of ignorance and some incorrect attitudes, and how he finally understood what supporting a caregiver involves. Based on his experience, he shares tips on how close family members can support primary caregivers….

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Important Websites for Seniors in British Columbia

Important Websites

Money Saving Tips for Seniors

As a Senior Citizen, you can take advantage of all the discount privileges available to you. Many stores, hotels, theaters, restaurants, airlines and other establishments offer senior citizen discounts but do not advertise it. They don’t even give you the discount automatically, unless you ask for it. Make sure you ask, otherwise, you’ll miss out…

Peace of Mind – Caring for Seniors at Home

Peace of Mind

Public Information/Active Aging Tips

In this website you will find tips and advice on Active Aging!

Some Tips

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Fraud Target: Senior Citizens

Our Common Fraud Schemes webpage provides tips on how you can protect you and your family from fraud. Senior Citizens especially should be aware of fraud schemes for the following reasons…

Sleeping Well As You Age

As we age we often experience normal changes in our sleeping patterns. We may become sleepier earlier in the evening, wake up earlier in the morning, and enjoy less deep sleep. However, disturbed sleep, waking up tired every day, and other symptoms of insomnia are not a normal part of aging. Sleep is just as important to our physical and emotional health in our senior years as it was when we were younger…

Canadian Tax and Financial Information

Canadian Tax and Financial Information…

Senior Driving

As we age, it’s normal for our driving abilities to change. Aging doesn’t automatically mean we need to stop driving, of course. However, to drive safely, it does mean that we have to pay attention to any warning signs that age is interfering with our driving safety and make appropriate adjustments. By reducing risk factors and incorporating safe driving practices, many of us can continue driving safely long into our senior years…

TRAVEL TIPS

TRAVEL TIPS…

Security Tips for Seniors

The Vancouver Police Depratment

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Older Adult Mental Health Information

Overview:

You have come to a great place to find mental health care and advocacy information for older adults.
Dr. Sterling has been called the “Dear Abby” of Internet psychiatry, but that doesn’t make him just older and wiser; he is also caring and believes in laughter….

Study Shows Cultural Programs Improve Physical and Mental Health of Seniors

Overview:

Can music, dancing, theater, and literature really improve your health? According to the results of a recent study sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the Center for Mental Health Studies, the National Institute of Mental Health, the Stella and Charles Guttmann Foundation, and the AARP, participating in artistic programs can improve both your physical and mental well being….

Depression in Older Adults and the Elderly

Overview:

Many of the changes we face as we grow older—such as retirement, the death of friends and loved ones, increased isolation, or medical problems—can lead to depression. Left untreated, depression affects much more than just mood. It can impact your physical health, impair your memory and concentration, and prevent you from enjoying life….

Seniors’ Health

Helping Seniors Avoid Scams

Overview:

With the advent of the internet, it’s been easier than ever for scam artists to try and convince older adults to give them money. These crooks lie through emails, phone conversations, snail mail or just in face-to-face interactions. It can be hard to protect a parent from one of these schemes, but it’s not impossible….

Senior Aware, Prevent abuse and fraud!

Overview:

The Senior Aware Internet site provides a glimpse at videos which demonstrate various forms of abuse and fraud that seniors may be subject to. You will also find resources and references to guide you if you believe that you have been a victim of, or have witnessed, fraud or abuse toward one or more seniors….

Elderly often have more to lose in financial abuse

Overview:

Each year, the life savings of thousands of elderly Americans disappear….

financial assistance for seniors

Overview:

The federal government has various income security or financial assistance programs specifically for seniors….

Senior’s Info

How to Reduce the Cost of Home Care

Overview:

With a little knowledge of the home care industry, families can save money on care services provided in their homes. Below we discuss seven different ideas that can help save money….

How to Reduce the Cost of Assisted Living

Overview:

By considering the following information on the industry, families can save money on assisted living, independent living and other types of residential care. Below we discuss ten different ways that can help families save money….

Welcome to Home Care Ontario

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Senior Fittness

Older Adults Should Keep on Exercising: Benefits Accumulate as People Age

Overview:

Adults are encouraged to exercise at any age, even if they have not exercised in the past. A new study, however, puts emphasis on those who have exercised in younger years to keep on doing it, because the benefits of physical activity accumulate over a lifetime.

Aging & What You Can Do About It

Overview:

It is true that we can not stop the calender from marching ahead at what seems to be a faster and faster pace, however, recent studies have shown that we can alter the rate at which our bodies progress through our life cycle.

FIVE SENIOR FITNESS TESTS

Yoga for the Elderly – Seniors’ Way to Be Fit

Overview:

Growing Old is the stage when you have more time for yourself, your family, for leisure, recreation and relaxation. However, it is also the time when you are more susceptible to some ailments that are linked to old age like Arthritis, rheumatism, incontinence, and High Blood Pressure. This raises the need for the seniors to stay fit and healthy during this age. Though the degeneration of the body also set some limits to the types of exercises they can do. This leads to the practice of milder forms of exercise such as jogging, brisk walking, and even Yoga.

Meditation for Seniors

Overview:

Elderly people who practice the Transcendental Meditation technique may drastically reduce their medical costs, according to findings presented by faculty member Robert Herron at the 91st Annual Canadian Public Health Association Conference last month in Ottawa, Canada.

Age Is No Barrier for Bristol Senior Athlete

Overview:

To many people, age is a barrier. But to Tom Boyd of Bristol, age is an opportunity.

Senior Exercise and Fitness Tips

Overview:

Thinking about how to begin a fitness routine? Good for you! As you grow older, leading an active lifestyle is more important than ever. Regular exercise helps seniors maintain health, boost energy, and improve confidence.
The good news is—no matter your age, your health, or your fitness level—you can benefit from moving more. Whether you are generally healthy or are managing an illness, there are big and small ways to get more active and boost your fitness level.

Elderly Entertainment

Active Elderly Entertainment Ideas

Overview:

If you’re looking for elderly entertainment ideas that don’t include watching television and 500-piece puzzles, you’ve come to the right place! This article includes a few suggestions….

How to Make Home Entertainment More Accessible for the Elderly

Overview:

Eyesight and hearing can deteriorate as people age, yet watching TV and reading are activities that never grow old. If you assist parents or grandparents with technology in their homes, you can help them choose appropriate products, then follow up by adjusting the equipment for optimal usability. A little hand-holding can go a long way to improving their lives.

Ideas for Nursing Home Activities

Overview:

Finding interesting nursing home activity ideas is important for residents, visitors and staff, helping to ensure a vibrant and stimulating atmosphere.
Nursing Home Activities: Ideas…

Games For Seniors

Elderly Nutrition

Senior Nutrition

Overview

Food for thought: Think healthy eating is all about dieting and sacrifice? Think again. Eating well is a lifestyle that embraces colorful food, creativity in the kitchen, and eating with friends.
For seniors, the benefits of healthy eating include increased mental acuteness, resistance to illness and disease, higher energy levels, a more robust immune system, faster recuperation times, and better management of chronic health problems. As we age, eating well can also be the key to a positive outlook and staying emotionally balanced.
You are the boss when it comes to food choices. Read on for tips on how to supercharge your life with the right food….

Vitamins for Elderly People

Overview

Many older people today are not getting even the RDA of necessary vitamins for elderly and most suffer vitamin deficiencies. And often these deficiencies have no clinical sights, but they don’t let elderly to feel well, concentrate or function properly, and resist disease and infection….

Should Everyone Over Age 75 Take a Multivitamin?

Overview

Although physiological and functional changes that occur with aging can alter nutrient needs, not everyone over age 75 needs to supplement their diet with vitamins. Many healthy, active older adults can obtain the vitamins and minerals they need by consuming a varied and balanced diet….

Elderly Care

Meal Plans for the Elderly

Overview

Many variables can affect the desire and ability of older adults to eat healthfully every day. Living on a limited income, decreased appetite and changing digestive patterns may alter meal planning. Planning nutritional meals can be challenging for the elderly or their caregivers, but it is not impossible. Consult a doctor when planning meals for the elderly for specific recommendations….

Healthy Elderly Nutrition

Overview

Healthy eating is essential in every age and for every person who takes care of themselves. It might be a very unwise misconception that elderly people are no longer in need of healthy nutrition as long as their lives are less active. However, this is wrong. The principles of healthy elderly nutrition are no different than the ones of people who are younger….

Elder Abuse and Neglect

Overview

Every year, tens of thousands of elderly Americans are abused in their own homes, in relatives’ homes, and even in facilities responsible for their care. You may suspect that an elderly person you know is being harmed physically or emotionally by a neglectful or overwhelmed caregiver or being preyed upon financially. By learning the signs and symptoms of elder abuse and how to act on behalf of an elderly person who is being abused, you’ll not only be helping someone else but strengthening your own defenses against elder abuse in the future….

Neglect and Self-Neglect

Overview

Neglect is the failure of caregivers to fulfill their responsibilities to provide needed care.

“Active” neglect refers to behavior that is willful – that is, the caregiver intentionally withholds care or necessities. The neglect may be motivated by financial gain (e.g. the caregiver stands to inherit) or reflect interpersonal conflicts

“Passive” neglect refers to situations in which the caregiver is unable to fulfill his or her care giving responsibilities as a result of illness, disability, stress, ignorance, lack of maturity, or lack of resources

Self neglect refers to situations in which there is no perpetrator and neglect is the result of the older person refusing care….

Major Types of Elder Abuse

Overview

Elder abuse is a growing problem. While we don’t know all of the details about why abuse occurs or how to stop its spread, we do know that help is available for victims. Concerned people, like you, can spot the warning signs of a possible problem, and make a call for help if an elder is in need of assistance….

Pros & Cons to Home Health Care v. Nursing Homes

Overview

Short and sweet, there are pros and cons to home care for long-term health care that no one really tells you about. Be prepared before you make a decision as to nursing home care or home health care….

Family Members as Caregivers: Pros and Cons, Rights and Reimbursements

Pros and cons of using family members as caregivers…

Welcome to Elderly Care at Home!

Overview

If you are in the situation where you are considering becoming a caregiver to a loved one, looking at nursing homes or assisted living centers, becoming a professional in the home health care industry, or already a caregiver in your home – you have come to the right place for resources on elderly care at home….

Home Health, Hospice, and Elder Care Glossary

Health Library….

Home Health, Hospice, and Elder Care

Overview

Caring for someone medically outside the traditional hospital setting is not a new idea. Well before modern medicine, people were cared for at home out of necessity. Caretakers of past generations usually consisted of family members or friends. Today, however, there are more options available, depending on the needs of the individual and family….

The New Old Age

Caring and Coping. White Lies and Worse….

Health Care Trip

Overview

There are pros and cons to healthcare tourism for both individuals, clinicians/service providers and the government. The following highlights a set of pros/cons among 3 groups involved in healthcare tourism industry….

Are Single Specialty Hospitals More Cost-Efficient than Full-Service Hospitals?

Overview

Can physician-owned, single specialty hospitals (SSHs) promote competition within local health care markets and subsequently decrease costs and improve quality? Kathleen Carey, Ph.D., and colleagues examined whether SSHs were more cost efficient than competing, full-service hospitals and found that SSHs, including cardiac and orthopedic hospitals, are not more cost efficient than full-service, acute care hospitals. Learn more in the HCFO Findings Brief….

Wireless Medicine’s Promise: Less Cost, Better Care

The future of health care is here. It just left a text message on your phone….

50+:Live Better, Longer

Overview

How can you choose the best quality hospital for the care you need? It is important to consider quality, because research shows that some hospitals simply do a better job than others. For example, we know that hospitals that do a greater number of the same surgeries have better outcomes for their patients….

Deciding on Care for Elderly Parents in Declining Health

Elderly Care…

Finding the right ElderCare professional can make a difference in a life

Overview

If you really want to understand what ElderCare is all about, talk to someone like Jeanette Johnson. In 1990, her husband, a Navy veteran of 24 years, passed away. In 2001, she suffered two strokes within 20 days. While many might have given up, the self-described “stubborn” Mrs. Johnson persevered….

Ensuring a Safe Transition for Your Loved One After a Hospital Stay

Overview

If your loved one is hospitalized, the hospital discharge process is a key transition time. Within 90 days of hospital discharge, as many as 35% of Medicare recipients will be readmitted to the hospital.

Without proper support and resources as well as good understanding of follow up instructions, many individuals will return to the hospital for reasons that could have been avoided. No one wants this, and it can be especially dangerous for elders and persons with chronic conditions….

Finding the Right Hospital

Asking The Right Questions…

TEMPORARY RESIDENCE

Processing Times: Temporary Residence

TEMPORARY RESIDENCE

This information is updated quarterly for applications submitted outside Canada and weekly for applications submitted inside Canada. It indicates the time (in calendar days) it takes to process an application after we receive a complete application package.

Applications Submitted Outside Canada
(Updated Quarterly)
Type of Application Processing times
Visitor View by country
Study Permit View by country
Work Permit View by country

 

Applications Submitted Inside Canada
(last updated August 10, 2011)
Type of Application Paper Application Online Application
Processing times Working on applications received on Processing times Working on applications submitted on
Visitor 171 days February 14,
2011
68 days May 28,
2011
Study Permit 102 days April 24,
2011
68 days May 28,
2011
Off-Campus Work Permit
(OCWP)
82 days Not applicable 48 days June 17,
2011
Work Permit
(new employer)
82 days May 14, 2011 68 days May 28,
2011
Work Permit
(same employer)
139 days March 18,
2011
68 days May 28,
2011
Protected Person Status Document 12 days July 23,
2011
Not applicable Not applicable

If you submitted your application to an office outside Canada, please note that the Call Centre does not have information about your application.

If you submitted your application to an office inside Canada and if it has been longer than the time shown above since you applied, please contact the Call Centre. Call Centre agents cannot speed up the process of your application or make decisions on your case.

 

Hygiene

A “handy” way to stay healthy.

Help your children maintain proper hygiene to stay healthy and prevent unnecessary illness by getting them into the habit of washing their hands frequently and properly. When should kids (and grownups) wash their hands?

  • When they are visibly dirty
  • Before preparing and immediately after handling food
  • Before eating
  • After using the toilet
  • After contact with contaminated surfaces (e.g., garbage bins, cleaning cloths)
  • After handling pets and domestic animals
  • After wiping or blowing one’s nose, handling soiled tissues, or sneezing into one’s hands
  • After contact with blood or body fluids (e.g., vomit, saliva)
  • Before and after dressing wounds
  • Before and after giving care or visiting someone who is ill or who is less able to fight off infections (e.g., someone with diabetes or cancer)
  • Before preparing and taking medication
  • Before inserting and removing contact lenses

Running water

When running water is available, wash your hands with plain soap and water and dry thoroughly. Follow these steps for perfectly clean hands:

  • Remove jewellery such as rings
  • Wet hands up to the wrists
  • Apply enough soap to cover hands
  • Work soap under fingernails and around and between joints and fingers
  • Rinse off all lather with water
  • Dry hands with a clean cloth or paper towel – take special care to dry thoroughly between fingers
  • Turn off the tap with a paper towel or cloth

When clean, running water isn’t available

Sometimes clean water is not available – for example, during a ‘boil water’ advisory or when you’re in a location where the source or quality of water is not known. Treat water by boiling it for one minute and let it cool to room temperature. To wash your hands:

  • Get a bowl large enough to fit your hands in
  • Remove jewellery
  • Pour enough water into the bowl to cover hands
  • Wet hands up to the wrists
  • Apply enough soap to cover hands
  • Work soap under the fingernails and around and between joints and fingers
  • Remove all soap and dirt by moving your hands around in the bowl
  • Dry your hands with a clean cloth or paper towel while taking special care to dry thoroughly between fingers
  • Throw out the water from the hand washing bowl following each individual use

Alcohol-based hand sanitizer

If you do not have access to water, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol.

  • Place enough alcohol-based hand rub into the cupped palm of one hand sufficient to wet both hands completely
  • Rub the liquid into the palms, backs of hands, between fingers and under nails