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Submitted by szadmin on Tue, 05/15/2012 - 11:41
“I was too preoccupied to notice that my elderly parents needed help, and now I need help with assisting them, where do I get advice?”
“Our elderly loved one needs a hand with the tasks of daily life but is too stubborn to accept it, how do we help without being intrusive?”
“I’ve never been this lonely and I’d love to live in a retirement community but I don’t know where to start looking, the options are endless!”
Calgary: A Vibrant and Caring Community to Retire
Submitted by szadmin on Thu, 05/10/2012 - 15:29
Calgarians love their city and there’s a lot to enjoy including the diverseness of the people, the sunshine, the ease of getting around town and the overall feeling of community. In 2009 and 2010 Maclean’s ranked Calgary in the top five of Canada’s most cultured cities and in 2010 the Economist ranked Calgary as fifth ‘most livable’ city in the world!
Independent Living Communities away from the Big City
Submitted by szadmin on Tue, 05/08/2012 - 13:36
Independent living communities are usually age restricted for adults 55 or 50 and up who do not need assistance or supervision with their daily lives. Some independent living communities offer a continuum of care or exist within a campus of care meaning that additional levels of care are available, as residents need it. This is a benefit to couples that may need differing level of care and in that situation they may still reside together.
Top Cities to Retire in Canada - 2012
Submitted by szadmin on Thu, 05/03/2012 - 13:05
Each year MoneySense Magazine reviews the best cities to live in Canada under categories including ‘Best Places for Kids’, ‘Best Places to Find a Job’, and my favorite being ‘Best Places to Retire.’ Why does, ‘Best Places to Retire’ jump out at me? Probably because looking ahead to retirement doesn’t seem as dull as it did 25 to 30 years ago. Today’s retirees are painting a new more colorful picture of life as a senior.
A Look at the Need for Homecare and Caregiver Support
Submitted by szadmin on Tue, 05/01/2012 - 16:16
A recent report entitled ‘Seniors in Need, Caregivers in Distress’, from The Health Council of Canada (HCC) on homecare and caregiver support in Canada addresses the importance of upgrades to Canada’s system of health care.
Best of Toronto, Including Retirement Homes
Submitted by szadmin on Fri, 04/27/2012 - 10:17
From the best shopping to the remarkable sights; from Etobicoke to Scarborough and then the waterfront, there are sights worth seeing and places worth visiting in all corners of Toronto. It’s the city with the best of everything including retirement communities and if you’re even remotely considering retirement in Toronto, there’s much to choose from.
The Life and Styles of Retirement Homes in Montréal
Submitted by szadmin on Tue, 04/24/2012 - 11:21
The good news about spending one’s retirement years in Montréal, besides being near the Botanical Gardens, the Cosmodome and Shelburne Museum, is the range of options in senior care and the various styles of retirement homes in Montréal.
Edmonton Senior Housing Options – Retirement Communities and Retirement at Home
Submitted by szadmin on Fri, 04/20/2012 - 09:00
The natural beauty, the sense of culture and a rich history are all things that make the city of Edmonton a great place to explore. If you are considering Edmonton as a vacation destination or as a place to enjoy retirement, Holiday Retirement is already there. The concept of an all-inclusive lifestyle with the option to travel appeals to many, and I personally was happy to find that Edmonton senior housing options include Holiday Retirement.
Senior Homecare by Angels in Vancouver, BC
Submitted by szadmin on Wed, 04/18/2012 - 15:28
It’s no surprise that many seniors in the province of British Columbia, specifically residents of the Vancouver area, are choosing to remain in their homes during their retirement years. The rich social culture, a long gardening season and an overall natural beauty, along with a moderate oceanic climate, all make Vancouver an attractive retirement destination as well.
Home Care in Toronto
Submitted by szadmin on Thu, 04/12/2012 - 10:41
Your present home suits you perfectly, the location is just right and you’ve established roots in the neighborhood. After considering the options, you’ve decided to stay right where you are. But the fact still remains; you could use a helping hand with the daily tasks of every day life.
