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Caregiver Compass Helps Manage the Challenges of Caregiving
Type: Resource
People caring for a loved one at home now have access to a free comprehensive online resource. The Caregiver Compass is a new resource, offered by Saint Elizabeth through the Care to Know Centre, designed to be a one stop shop for practical...
Alzheimer’s: Marriage interrupted
Type: Article
By Ethelle G. Lord, DM I knew something was not right with my husband. My husband, Larry Potter, stopped coming home for lunch in the fall of 2002 after years of habitually coming home at noon from his teaching position at a local state university....
The Agony of Isolation and Family Caregiving: An Alzheimer’s tragedy
Type: Article
The pain of isolation for the family caregiver increases exponentially as Alzheimer’s advances. On a scale of one to ten, ten being the highest, isolation must be at the top of the list.  As a woman once wrote and providing care for her...
Cranberry Sauce for Diabetics
Type: Article
Stir up this sauce to add a sweet touch to your holidays this year! 1/4 cup orange juice 1 tablespoon orange zest, grated 1/8 cup agave nectar (maple-flavored) or 1/8 cup pure maple syrup 1/8 cup molasses 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute 1...
Proceed with Caution!
Type: Article
It’s that time of year again: As we witness the thermostat falling, and watch the leaves fall from the trees, let’s think about the one thing we really don’t want to fall . . . ourselves! Consider these tips to help avoid winter...
Feeling SAD?
Type: Article
SAD stands for Seasonal Affective Disorder, which affects more women than men. People who experience long winters are also at greater risk for this disorder. Symptoms include:
Improving Diabetes Care for Frail Community-Dwelling Older Adults with Comorbid Chronic Conditions
Type: Article
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What you should know about preventing falls in your home
Type: Article
A fall can have disastrous consequences on a senior’s health and quality of life. The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care reports that falls are one of the leading causes of preventable injury among seniors in Ontario. Preventing...
Preventing Falls
Type: Article
Falls can have devastating effects. Every year, one in three Canadian seniors will fall at least once. What can cause a fall? Cluttered hallways and steps Extension cords Lack of safety rails in stairwells Lack of safety equipment in bathrooms (...
Are You Getting Enough Fibre?
Type: Article
A diet high in fibre can improve constipation, aid bowel regularity and prevent colon cancer. Some types of fibre can improve cholesterol and help control your blood glucose levels. Dietitians of Canada recommend 25 – 40 grams of fibre a day...