Helping seniors get into the holiday spirit
For many seniors, the holidays can be a less than joyous occasion. Thankfully there are ways to make sure that seniors feel included and are a part of the holiday cheer.
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Top gift ideas for seniors
This holiday season, we’ve put together a list of the top gifts to give the senior in your life.
James is our October Employee of the Month!
Every month we pick an outstanding member of our Seniors for Seniors team to be our Employee of the Month. We chose James Watzke as our October Employee of the Month because of his gregarious personality and great care to our clients.
A special Veterans' Month discount
In honour of Veterans’ Month, Seniors for Seniors is offering a special discount from November 1 - 30, 2019 to all new customers. During the month of November, new customers will receive 20% off drop-in companion services.
Flu season is fast approaching!
With cooler months ahead, the yearly influenza (the flu) will soon be making its dreaded appearance. Continue reading to find out more about the flu.
Fitness and physical activity for seniors
As someone ages, an active lifestyle is more important than ever. Regular exercise can help a senior boost their energy, maintain their independence, and manage their symptoms of illness or pain. Not only is exercise good for you/your loved ones physical health, but it is also good for the mind, mood, and memory.
Diabetes and proper foot care
Having healthy feet is vital to our health and well-being. In particular, people with diabetes are more likely to experience foot problems that could potentially lead to serious health complications. Here are some basic information that you need to know about diabetes and your feet.
Margaret is our July Employee of the Month!
Every month we pick an outstanding member of our Seniors for Seniors team to be our Employee of the Month. We chose Margaret Dreher as our July Employee of the Month because she goes above and beyond for her clients. She is very caring and compassionate and treats her clients as family.
Meet Zora, our May Employee of the Month!
Every month we pick an outstanding member from our Seniors for Seniors team to be our Employee of the Month. We chose Zora Menhartova to be our May Employee of the Month because of her thoughtfulness to her clients and her passion for senior care.
Know these senior isolation facts
It is estimated that 30% of Canadian seniors are at risk of being socially isolated. This can be caused by the loss of a family member, poor health, disability, retirement, change of residence and lack of transportation. Unfortunately senior isolation is on the rise.