Spectrum Leadership Spotlight – Meet Kim!
At Spectrum Health Care, Kim champions this through our "Kindle a One-Team Approach" leadership competency, bringing it to life every single day!
Resources
The real cost of aging alone
Simple tasks such as cooking and hygiene become more difficult as we age due to our bodies naturally slowing down. The reality is, many seniors are often left to fend for themselves. Did you know that a quarter of all seniors in Canada live alone? And, of that number, those over 80 years old make up the majority.
Live-in companionship: finding happiness in unexpected ways
Being a live-in companion is said to be a uniquely rewarding experience, different from other types of companionship. Don’t believe us? Ask our caregiver Emmy.
The most important words in your life: palliative care
From what angle do you base your understanding? From the view of the doctor's and family members or the view of the patient? It’s easy to become solely focused on easing the suffering a patient or a loved one may be experiencing, instead of framing care around their comfort and dignity.
Exercises to help seniors maintain their balance
Balance exercises are an important factor in fall prevention. Every year, more than one-third of senior citizens age 65 or older suffer from fall-related injuries. Some of these injuries, for example, a hip fracture, can have a serious impact on an elderly person’s life. Falling could limit the person’s activities.
Caregiver Profile: How to enjoy working decades after retirement
Joan has done quite a few roles while working for Seniors for Seniors; she has been a live-in and drop-in companion, driver and house cleaner. Each position has offered her a uniquely rewarding experience. She has had so many wonderful clients over the years that working has never really felt like real work.
Sometimes life’s challenges can result in great rewards
This was the case for our caregiver Margaret who suffered a serious health crisis in 1998 that had her questioning her ability to ever enter the workforce again. After two years of treatment and recovery, she stumbled upon an ad in the Hamilton Spectator for Seniors for Seniors.
Are you having a stroke? Learn about stroke awareness
Statistics show that up to 80% of premature heart disease and stroke is preventable by adopting healthy behaviours and catching signs and symptoms early on. It’s important to learn the warning signs of a stroke so you can act fast to help yourself or a loved one.
Time for some summer fun!
The summer heat has arrived! It’s a great time to get outside and enjoy some fresh air with those you care for. Planning day trips with seniors can sometimes be challenging, so a little pre-planning can help ensure everything runs smoothly. Here are three day trip ideas that are easy and enjoyable for seniors.
Celebrating the importance of connections
National Friendship Day is celebrated each year on the first Sunday in August. No matter how old you are, it’s a time to celebrate friendships, old and new! As we grow older, friendships still remain an extremely important part to our happiness and well-being.
Why aren’t seniors getting the mental health help they need?
According to Statistics Canada, as many as 1.4 million elderly Canadians report feeling lonely (CBC Canada). Loneliness can increase the risk for many health problems and unhealthy habits. An effect of loneliness that is often overlooked is the impact it can have on a senior’s mental health.