by Heidi Zimmermann | Dec 2, 2020 | Family Caregivers, Hiring a Caregiver, Live In Care, Tips for Caregivers, What Seniors Need
There’s a lot of routine involved in a caregiver’s daily duties. But at the same time, they also need to be able to expect the unexpected. An accident or an episode can happen at any moment and a caregiver’s ability to adapt and act quickly is... 
by Heidi Zimmermann | Oct 28, 2020 | Family Caregivers, Hiring a Caregiver, Live In Care, What Seniors Need
The time will come when you will have to focus on the health and well-being of your senior. The most important question that will come to mind is: Home care vs. nursing home: Which one will be the better choice? We’ve put together some pros and cons for both that will... 
by Heidi Zimmermann | Oct 6, 2020 | Dementia Care, Live In Care, What Seniors Need
Before we get into how to communicate with seniors that have dementia, we need to understand what dementia is and where it comes from. Many people mistake it for a specific disease, when it’s actually a group of conditions characterized by the deterioration of... 
by Heidi Zimmermann | Aug 24, 2020 | Hiring a Caregiver, Live In Care, What Seniors Need
With the average life expectancy increasing every year, the percentage of seniors within our population is increasing as well. The World Bank data shows that within the last 60 years the percentage of seniors has almost doubled from 4.97% to 9.1%. While this is a good... 
by Heidi Zimmermann | Aug 10, 2020 | Live In Care, What Seniors Need
Emergencies can happen to anyone, however seniors are especially at risk because there is a higher possibility of falling, chronic illnesses, mobility issues, visual impairments and other age-related concerns. These instances could come without warning and for some,... 
by admin | Jun 14, 2020 | Live In Care
Private Senior Home Care Victoria: Signs Your Loved One Needs It The majority of Canadian seniors prefer to age in place. They wish to stay in the comfort of their own homes and in the community they are familiar with. However, when can you tell if your elderly...
