6 SIGNS OF DEMENTIA CAREGIVER STRESS
. Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming. According to the Alzheimer Society Canada, of the 8.1 million Canadians (28%) who care for a family member or friend, nearly half a million are caring for someone with dementia. For caregivers, witnessing the decline of a loved one can be painful. If you […]
Retro Recipe: mum’s favourite summer soup
I’m a fan of this refreshing, chilled, tomato soup, probably because my mum made this retro recipe for me growing up. But especially in the summertime, gazpacho is my favourite light and refreshing meal here to beat the heat. And when made with the season’s best ripe produce — oh boy — there’s nothing better. […]
Don’t let ageism spread like a virus
The current COVID-19 pandemic has caused stigma towards various groups, including ageism towards older adults. Often crises, like the one we’re in today, can bring out the best in us. During the pandemic, we saw surges of solidarity at the local level. We’ve witnessed individuals sewing masks, designing and producing face shields, and picking up […]
Safeguarding homes: tips to help seniors
The majority of B.C. seniors want to live in their own homes for as long as possible. The good news is, most seniors will achieve this goal. Even at age 85 or older, almost three-quarters (72%) of B.C. seniors still live in their own home. The remainder either live in a retirement residence/assisted living (10%) […]
9 Ways to Celebrate Canada Day 2020 in Victoria
Social distancing doesn’t have to stop you from hosting a fun, quarantine-friendly Canada Day party. Although COVID19 is preventing large-group gatherings this summer, Canadians continue to celebrate big life events like weddings, graduations, and baby showers. We’re just doing things a little differently. So, if you or your family members are looking forward to a […]
BEST VIDEO APP TO CALL SENIORS FOR FREE
Free and Age-friendly Video Chat Apps In order for families to protect one another, many Serenity Home Care clients have reported staying away from their elderly loved ones. Staying in touch is more important than ever. Many of us make phone calls, but the best calls are those where you can both hear and see […]
Men’s Health Week 2020 – Health Issues To Be Aware Of
June 15th – 21st is Men’s Health Week in Canada. This week is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of the physical, mental, and social well-being of Canadian men, particularly senior men. Older men face a variety of health issues as they age, that is why we are focusing this blog on problems […]
Get outside, but stay safe
It is strange to think that Victorians have been in lockdown for 10 weeks now. As of May 19th, B.C. has entered phase two of its four-phase plan to re-open our economy. Restaurants, libraries, hairdressers, museums, and cafes are able to open only if they can follow guidelines and restrictions and life seems to picking […]
Activities for Seniors in Self-Isolation or Social Distancing
Many of us either know or have a loved one in our lives that lives in a senior care home or long-term facility. As their doors shut to the public their social lives have reduced dramatically. Many facilities have restricted their social activities and our loved ones are now spending their days inside. So, what […]
Staying Connected with Family and Friends
Most of us are experiencing profound loneliness during this time of social isolation and social distancing. We wanted to change this for the residents and their families at Carlton House in Oak Bay. We have officially launched a new service offering to help residents connect with friends and family members on a video call from […]
