How to Support Elderly Neighbours at Christmas
Christmas can be the most wonderful time of the year; we are joyful, and we decorate and plan…
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Working with Huntington’s Disease in Old Age – Part 2
The last blog discussed Huntington’s Disease and its manifestations among older adults. Today, we will briefly examine how…
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Old Age During the Festive Season
Discover practical tips for helping older adults navigate the festive season, a time that may bring loneliness and…
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Elderly · Family · Health · Mental Health
Empty Nest? Try Gardening for Emotional Well-Being
Experiencing the empty nest phase can create unexpected emotional shifts that leave you feeling lonely, unanchored, or even…
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Aphasia in Old Age
Primarily, it is important to start off by understanding that Aphasia can happen to anyone at any age;…
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Sharing Summer Fun with Elderly Loved Ones
I feel happy to still have my loved ones with me, and summer always reminds me of our…
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Sleep in Old Age
Changes to sleeping rhythms are expected throughout the lifespan. However there is no association that decreased sleep and…
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The Hidden Dangers: Smoking’s Impact on Elderly Health
The recognition of smoking as a significant public health concern has been long-standing, with countless adverse effects on…
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Active Ageing Strategies for Chronic Pain in Long-Term Care
Active ageing in long-term care is an important strategy to consider for older persons living in long-term care…
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Spirituality in Old Age
Previously we discussed the importance of the BioPsychoSocial Model, and how this should be incorporated when working with…
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Ageing with Grace – How to Cultivate Self-Compassion in Senior Years
As individuals enter their senior years, navigating the ageing process can be both a physical and emotional challenge….
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Not Being Believed
Older adults face numerous changes that happen concurrently with health issues that lead to pain. We have already…
