Active aging is the process of making choices and taking action to live a healthier and more fulfilling life as we age. Active aging includes physical activity, social engagement, mental stimulation, and purposeful living. There are many benefits of active aging for seniors, including improved physical health, mental well-being, social connectedness, and overall life satisfaction. Active aging can help seniors stay independent and engaged in their communities. Physical Activi

The term “active aging” refers to the process of seniors staying engaged and physically active as they age. Active aging has many benefits, both mental and physical. It can help seniors stay independent and healthy, and often requires less assistance from health care professionals and social service providers. There are many ways for seniors to stay active. Some popular activities include walking, swimming, yoga, tai chi, gardening, and dancing. Staying socially engaged is al

So far in our 'Aging In Place' blog series we've touched on the topic of preparing to age in place using upgrades and renovations to your existing living environment. Another crucial variable to age in place is even more important than physical changes to adapt to our changing physical conditions; I'm talking about mental preparedness and active brain stimulation. Research continues to emphasize the importance of cognitive stimulation (especially as we age). We can almost loo

Whether you're 25 or 75, it seems as though the nagging question "what's for supper?" is something that stays with us throughout our lives. The main difference is that as we age, our dietary habits are more important than ever. As we have previously discussed on our blog posts at rememberwhenhomecare.com, proper nutrition/dietary habits are one of the key variables that ensures we are setting ourselves up for success in our golden years. So, wouldn't it be nice if all of the

#homecarenovascotia It’s never too late to begin planning for our futures, no matter what that might look like. For some of us it could mean starting an educational fund for our children; for others it could mean setting aside some money over the years to plan for retirement; but what about when you want to invest in your own comfort? Studies have indicated that there is a significant correlation between familiar surroundings and cognitive health in seniors. And with the ever

#homecarenovascotia Often times when we think of aging, we think of nursing homes or some sort of assisted living facility. But these are slightly outdated thoughts. The lack of availability and increased wait-times at these facilities have brought to light a new way in which to prepare for retirement, Aging-In-Place. By keeping your existing living arrangements, you're able to be the master of your destiny by preparing what you may require ahead of time, and sitting back and

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia Finishing off Alzheimer’s Awareness month, we’re going to talk about the aging process; specifically differentiating when you may just need a lifestyle change versus taking action for early onset Alzheimer’s disease. As we have discussed in some of our previous blog posts, there are many different signs that lead people to speculate “it must be Alzheimer’s”, when in reality you’re just not getting your proper daily intake of vitamins, nutrients, an

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia We’ve discussed everything from early prevention and mitigation methods, to regaining a healthy lifestyle in order to lessen our chances of an early diagnosis. Now let’s talk about what happens if your parents (or loved ones) receive a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease from a healthcare professional. Every day, thousands of people are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease across the globe. It can be an overwhelming sense of dread or fear based on your o

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia Last week’s topic was looking for signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle so you’re able to give yourself the best opportunity to prevent the disease. But if it should come to be, how do we deal with an early-onset Alzheimer disease diagnosis? Although preventative steps are still unknown in staving off the disease, there are ways in which you can still enjoy a happy and healthy life, especially when you k

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia As we get deeper into the winter months, sometimes we get in to a ‘hibernation mode.’ This simply means that we are more likely to sit inside in front of the television, rather than being up and about as we would during the warmer and brighter months. It can be incredibly hard to find the energy to work out when it’s continuously dark outside, and the temperature seems to always be below zero. However there are still many things we can do to get mov

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia Have you just returned from holiday vacation and find yourself wondering if all those changes in your loved ones is just due to age? You would have been positive that the wit and retort of your loved ones used to be razor sharp, but now you’re finding those feelings are absent. Before issuing a full blown five alarm emergency in your mind, try and remember that cognitive stimulation is paramount in preventing, and in some cases subsiding, dementia

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia On the sixth day of Christmas with Remember When Homecare it’s time for crafting! When decorating the Christmas tree, it seems as though the ornaments that generate the most fond memories are ones that are handmade. Have you ever noticed that some ornaments and decorations can bring you down memory lane, and suddenly you find yourself drifting off with a smile on your face as you remember the fun times you had in the process? Cognitive stimulation i

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia On the fifth day of Christmas with Remember When Homecare it’s Arts’s Night! For people who have always had a passion for art, being retired can create the opportunity to allow your creative side to go wild and start creating what they love. Taking up a hobby like painting suddenly fills your days and evenings with a hobby that stimulates your imagination and creativity! Finding an artistic pursuit such as painting, writing, or sculpture can have so

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia On the fourth day of Christmas we want to acknowledge the importance of family traditions that we do each year during the holidays. Remember When Homecare is a family owned business and as such we understand the importance of upholding your traditions and also understand that as we age things can become harder to do; or that as lives progress it can become harder to bring families together over the holidays. Let us help you keep your traditions aliv

On the third day of Christmas with Remember When Homecare, it’s all about baking. Everybody loves cookies, cakes and those holiday goodies. The holidays presents the perfect opportunity to put on an apron, grab your loved ones and head into the kitchen. Select a few recipes that you used to make together, because almost every good recipe starts with “mom's favorite, or grandmas best.” Why not come together in the kitchen and help invoke a memory or two. By getting your loved

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia On the Second Day of Christmas at Remember When Homecare it’s movie night! Whether you are watching one of the classics such as Miracle On 34th Street or every 90’s child’s favorite Home Alone, nothing feels better during the holiday season than gathering your loved ones together, cuddling in and watching a family favorite. There is something nostalgic about Christmas movies that brings a sense of togetherness, love and compassion. If you are caring

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia The holidays are all about spending time with the ones we love, and at Remember When Homecare we know how important it is to feel included and enjoy each other's company. The activities that you do with your aging loved ones doesn't always have to be exciting or expensive to be special and meaningful. Simply being included and joining-in brings joy and helps older adults enjoy the season. This December we will be posting 12 activities that you can

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia Are you the primary caregiver to an aging loved one? Have you noticed that they have stopped eating as much as they used to? Maybe they are only eating a piece of toast and cup of tea instead of full home cooked meals, well you are not alone! According to Stats Canada, 34% of seniors living at home are at risk of not getting adequate nutrition. As we age, our bodies require fewer calories, yet we require more protein, calcium, B vitamins, and other

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia November Nutrition with Remember When Homecare: Benefits of Vitamin C Our November nutrition blog series would not be complete if we did not touch on the importance of Vitamin C. Vitamin C impacts everything from our immune health to our cardiovascular function and skin elasticity. With everything that the pandemic has taught us; it is more important than ever to make sure you have a strong, healthy immune system. Vitamin C can help with that! Wi

#homecarehalifaxnovascotia November nutrition month continues with Remember When homecare, and today we are going to discuss the benefits of getting a little more Vitamin D.. We all know that we can get vitamin D from getting outside in the sun a little more, however that can become increasingly difficult to do as we age. Seniors tend to spend more time inside, whether because of decreased mobility or simply because of location. However, there are ways we can increase our in