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As a loved one ages, their personal safety is often our main concern. Wandering as mature adults is a very common occurrence regardless of a...
Leaving the lights on overnight can strain your electrical bill and wear out the bulbs quicker. Here are some options for you to consider:...
Flowban is a device that shuts off the water to faucets, so bathtub overflows are stopped. Even when a tub doesn’t overflow, it detects the...
Playing games and assembling puzzles is a great way to foster your relationship with your wife and care for each other. However, cognitive...
Staying cool in a hot car without AC can be challenging. Consider implementing some tips and tricks to reduce the heat in your vehicle, such as...
Buying an AC unit can be a daunting endeavour, but if you break it down into steps, it can help narrow down the options you want to look at:...
Elderly abuse is a known struggle and concern for families supporting their older family members. These resources below provide suggestions for...
Being able to remain in touch with a loved can provide a great deal of security. Some people may already own a mobile smart phone, but the interface...
Staying safe and independent in the home can be challenging during vision loss. Thankfully, there are simple changes and affordable solutions to help...
Many of us enjoy listening to the radio for the music, news and the fun conversations between the hosts, but as technology becomes more complex over...
It is so valuable for seniors to be able to connect socially with their loved ones. However, dementia can make conversation difficult and even...
The internet provides a platform for seniors to connect with friends and family, but it can also expose them to people trying to take advantage of...
Across the world many libraries, community organizations and seniors residences have begun to lend devices to seniors to keep them entertain,...
Products that allow a senior to send an alert at the press of a button can provide a sense of security to both the senior and their caregivers. These...
Unfortunately, we have been unable to identify an online source that appropriately addresses the medical alert systems available in BC. Comparisons...
Walking local trails is a great way to get exercise and enjoyment, but there is a risk associated with it, especially when going alone. There are...
Unfortunately, the options for captioned telephone service in Canada are limited to teletypewriter (TTY) equipment. For more...
Personal Emergency Response Systems, or PERS for short, can help seniors easily access help when they need it most and can provide peace of mind for...
Nighttime wandering can be dangerous for seniors who are vulnerable to falls or may become disoriented. It can be incredibly stressful for caregivers...
Wandering is a common behaviour associated with dementia, and with the right tool is can actually be beneficial. Wandering is a low impact form of...
Wandering is common among those with dementia. To prevent a dangerous situation from occurring and to reduce stress, it may be useful to start by...
Transferring between a sofa and a wheelchair can be challenging, but thankfully there are a number of devices to help make it easier.
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Planning and organizing a move can be difficult, particularly when it involves crossing several provinces. Thankfully, there are helpful resources...
Sometimes even seemingly insignificant activities can become stressful for seniors and caregivers. Some seniors require extra time to go through...
GPS-enabled devices can allow for safer wandering, but there are not many products to choose from. It can be particularly difficult to choose...