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  • Having the Courageous Conversation About Long-Term Care

    Having the Courageous Conversation About Long-Term Care
  • Lessons Learned Through Homecare: A Daughter’s Love and Honour

    Lessons Learned Through Homecare: A Daughter’s Love and Honour
  • Why Getting Older is a Good Thing

    Why Getting Older is a Good Thing
  • Downsizing Tips: Five Reasons to Consider a Yard Sale When Downsizing

    Downsizing Tips: Five Reasons to Consider a Yard Sale When Downsizing
  • Emergency Preparedness Week: Helping Seniors Prepare for Emergencies

    Emergency Preparedness Week: Helping Seniors Prepare for Emergencies

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Having the Courageous Conversation About Long-Term Care

We all know baby boomers are aging.  Every day 3,000 boomers in Canada and 10,000 boomers in the US turn 65.  While medical science has made major advancements that are continuing to prolong people’s lives there are some people who are not going … [Read More...]

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Lessons Learned Through Homecare: A Daughter’s Love and Honour

Most Canadians would prefer to remain at home for as long as possible as they age, regardless of illness. Andrea Nathanson of Qualicare shares a beautiful story of one daughter who gave her ailing mother unconditional love, care and support at home … [Read More...]

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Why Getting Older is a Good Thing

Older people are happy.  Myth or fact? Actually, this is true, according to the Revera Report on Happiness released just last month. They conducted an online survey of 1,501 Canadians of various ages in order to better understand their attitudes … [Read More...]

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Downsizing Tips: Five Reasons to Consider a Yard Sale When Downsizing

There comes a time, after the kids have grown and are out on their own, when the family home has become too big for just two. While the sensible move is into a smaller house or a condo, the thought of downsizing can become overwhelming. What do … [Read More...]

Health and Wellness

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Having the Courageous Conversation About Long-Term Care

We all know baby boomers are aging.  Every day 3,000 boomers in Canada and 10,000 boomers in the US turn 65.  While medical science has made major … [Read More...]

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Lessons Learned Through Homecare: A Daughter’s Love and Honour

Most Canadians would prefer to remain at home for as long as possible as they age, regardless of illness. Andrea Nathanson of Qualicare shares a … [Read More...]

Senior men drinking tea together

Why Getting Older is a Good Thing

Older people are happy.  Myth or fact? Actually, this is true, according to the Revera Report on Happiness released just last month. They … [Read More...]

More Posts from Health & Wellness

Relationships

Learning to love after loss

Learning to Love Again After a Loss

How does one begin to seek love again after the loss of a spouse or significant other?  When is it okay to move past the loss, to the living, and … [Read More...]

10 Gift Ideas for the Holidays

10 Great Gifts for Seniors

My family and I buy each of our grandparents presents three times a year: on their birthdays, on Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, and on their … [Read More...]

Helping Seniors Grieve

5 Ways to Help Seniors Deal with the Loss of a Spouse

The loss of a spouse is one of the most difficult experiences seniors face.  So, it’s natural for family members and loved ones to want to offer … [Read More...]

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Finances and Law

Saving for Your Taxes

How Much Should You Save for Taxes?

When you withdraw savings from a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) or Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF), the amount becomes part of … [Read More...]

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Split Pension Income to Save Taxes

Even in a difficult economy, retirees may be able to save on their taxes by splitting eligible pension income with their … [Read More...]

Tax Tips for Canadians

Tax Tips for Canadians 65 and Older

Are you dreading tax season? With the right help and resources, you can make this tax season stress free and maximize your tax return! If you … [Read More...]

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Prepare Your Will With Taxes In Mind

One of the main reasons for drawing up a will is to make sure your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you die. However, you can … [Read More...]

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