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Seniors Mental Health & Depression

A majority of men and women from the ages of 55-74 report they are satisfied with their lives and are currently in good health. While periods of depression may occur among seniors, it is important to remember that it is not a normal part of aging. Treatment for depression works, yet too many people remain undiagnosed and untreated because they don’t recognize the signs and symptoms of depression. Read

By: Search Tactix | 25/05/2009 | Elderly Care

Dementia and How it is Diagnosed

Many of us may from time to time, forget our neighbour’s name or the items to purchase at the grocery store, and we wonder if this is part of normal aging. Your doctor is the best person to speak with regarding these concerns. There are many conditions that are treatable that may be contributing to periodic memory lapses. Read

By: Search Tactix | 26/01/2009 | Elderly Care

The Holiday Check in

With the holiday season around the corner, families will be spending more time together. The holidays can be a good time to notice change in aging parents and to be proactive in a supportive and non-threatening way. Read

By: Search Tactix | 14/12/2008 | Elderly Care

Living Wills and Power of Attorney: Security for the Future

“Families -- the only normal ones are the ones you don’t know”. Perhaps a harsh statement but the reality is most of us have had some issues within our own families, whether it be sibling rivalry or parental conflict at some time or another. Our personalities don’t necessarily change as we age, in fact some our idiosyncrasies are perhaps enhanced and maybe even more annoying to others than they were previously. Read

By: Search Tactix | 20/10/2008 | Elderly Care

Driving and Dementia

When some one is first diagnosed with a dementing disease it can be devastating for both the patient and the family to realize that he or she will eventually need to rely on others to provide their care. One of the first areas of independence that is lost is the ability to drive. To drive safely, one must be able to react quickly to potential situations that may arise while on the road. This requires concentration, good judgment, and the ability to reason and make decisions. Read

By: Search Tactix | 01/10/2008 | Elderly Care

Hiring Home Help for Aging Parents

When it comes to caregiving assistance for aging parents, there are many questions that usually follow. What assistance is needed? Will it be few hours per day, a few hours per week, or is it full time 24 hour assistance that we need? For families wanting to proceed on their own, there are a number of considerations. Read

By: Search Tactix | 19/08/2008 | Elderly Care

When Staying at Home is No Longer an Option

Most people don’t like to move and most older individuals certainly do not want to leave the family home and move into an assisted living environment. There are of course many reasons that make a move so difficult, not least of which, is the overwhelming thought of emptying cupboards, basements and bedrooms. When the ‘home’ is no longer safe- is usually the determining factor of when a move should be made. But sometimes it is hard to determine when a move to a higher level of care is appropri Read

By: Search Tactix | 15/07/2008 | Elderly Care