The family house is more than just a structure with four walls and a roof. The place is filled with memories-birthdays, first days at school, holidays, and joyful celebrations. You are investing in your family's future, and, for many, it will be their home for many years to come. As nearly two-thirds of a married couple's assets are related to the house, many seniors wonder how prosperous their retirement years will be. A reverse mortgage loan may be an option that deserves

This past Sunday, November 27th, was the first day of Advent, celebrated by those of the Catholic faith. The first day of Advent is the first day of a new Liturgical (or church) calendar and begins the four-week period of preparation in anticipation of the birth of Jesus at Christmas. The Advent Season is all about reflecting on how we can prepare our hearts and homes for Christ's birth. A tradition during Advent is to have an Advent calendar to count the days until Christma

In our ongoing series for Diabetes Awareness Month, we are sharing a delicious and hearty stew recipe, filled with protein and fibre perfect for maintaining a healthy weight and staying healthy with diabetes. Chicken & White Bean Stew Adapted from Diabetes Canada Ingredients 2 tbsp canola oil 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch (5 cm) pieces 1 medium onion, chopped 1 cup carrots, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pkg. sliced cremini mushrooms 1 tbsp chopped

In the final segment of our Diabetes Awareness Month series, we are discussing ways that you and your loved ones can stay healthy and reduce your risk of complications from Type 1 and type 2 diabetes. According to Diabetes Canada, important first steps in your wellness journey in diabetes care are to eat according to a healthy meal plan, increase your physical activity, and learn as much about diabetes as you can. These action steps are key to keeping your blood pressure and

When sharing memories and starting conversations with your elderly loved ones, consider familiar topics such as famous landmarks like the Eiffel Tower! Use these fun facts to get the conversation started! Servicing the Ottawa Community since 1998. We are now accepting Franchise Applications for territories across Canada. #ottawahomecare #dementiahomecare #caregiving #aging #caregiversupport #respite #seniorcare #elderlycare #seniorcare #homecare #elderly #healthcare #dementi

A delicious recipe low on sugar and high in flavour, this Apple and Blueberry Crisp recipe is sure to please at your next gathering or a weekday treat! Ingredients 4 medium-sized apples, peeled and diced (4) 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (500 mL) 2 Tbsp brown sugar, divided (30 mL) 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 mL) 1 Tbsp cornstarch (15 mL) 3/4 cup rolled oats (175 mL) 1 Tbsp wheat germ (15 mL) 1 Tbsp canola oil (15 mL) 1/4 tsp cinnamon (1 mL) Directions Preheat oven to 350°F

All month long we have been providing information to recognize Diabetes Awareness Month. In today's blog, we are discussing Prediabetes and how a healthy lifestyle can help to manage your blood sugar to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but are not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. Signs & Symptoms As with both Type 1 and 2 diabetes, the signs and symptoms of prediabetes are similar

#OnThisDay in 1626, St. Peter's Basilica is consecrated, replacing an earlier basilica on the same site and becoming the world's largest Christian basilica. Recognizing that faith plays an important role in the lives of many of our elderly clients, we have gathered some interesting facts about this famous site in Vatican City to share with your elderly loved ones. Servicing the Ottawa Community since 1998. We are now accepting Franchise Applications for territories across Can

As we know, eating a balanced and healthy diet and getting daily physical activity can help maintain and improve our overall health. But, we don't always know where to begin. Making simple and small adjustments to our daily routine, especially when it comes to physical fitness, is key to reducing symptoms and risks of diabetes and other diseases. In last week's blog post, we discussed the importance of resistance training. This week, we focus on aerobic activity. Aerobic ex

Making small adjustments to your diet can significantly increase your overall health and wellness. For those with diabetes or who are prediabetic, living a healthy lifestyle and planning for proper nutrition are key to managing symptoms and reducing your risks. To help you make healthier choices in your regular diet, try this healthy alternative to your typical pasta dish! By using spaghetti squash instead of traditional starchy pasta noodles, you are lowering your calorie a

According to Diabetes Canada, "Ninety per cent of Canadians with diabetes are living with type 2 diabetes". Type 2 diabetes is a disease in which your body cannot make enough insulin (a hormone that helps control the amount of glucose or sugar in your blood), or does not properly use the insulin it makes. Risk Factors There are a number of risk factors, being over the age of 40 with a parent or sibling with diabetes ranking as highest, that would account for the high percenta

Every year on November 11th, we honour all of the men and women who served and sacrificed for our country nationally and internationally. In addition, a special day marked on November 8th each year has been created to honour the contributions and sacrifices Indigenous members made for our country who were often overlooked during the November 11th ceremonies. Many of our senior clients are members of the Veteran associations who served Canada throughout their young lives. Th

Daily physical activity at any age and at any health range is beneficial for proper circulation, range of motion, mobility, and cognitive benefits, such as stress and anxiety reduction. However, for those with diabetes, keeping your muscles active and healthy through regular resistance training will improve your management of the condition. Diabetes Canada recommends resistance activities two to three times a week. Keep reading below to see some great examples of resistance

1 in 3 Canadians living with diabetes or prediabetes requires proper nutrition in order to manage their blood sugar. One way to do this is with a healthy breakfast. A great way to start your day is with a protein-rich meal, with plant-based options like the Tofu added in this delicious and nutritious Frittata recipe! Tofu Frittata Original recipe can be found here. Ingredients 1 tbsp canola oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/2 red bell pepper, fin

In our month-long recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month, we will begin by providing information on Type 1 Diabetes, its Symptoms, Treatment, and Complications. Type 1 Diabetes is a disease in which the pancreas does not produce any insulin. Insulin is an important hormone that helps your body to control the level of glucose (sugar) in your blood. According to Diabetes Canada, nearly 10 percent of people living with diabetes have type 1, insulin-dependent diabetes. Type 1 di

It's that time of year again when we change our clocks in an effort to "save daylight". This weekend, we turn the clock back one hour ending Daylight Saving Time. This can have very serious effects on our senior population, especially those living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Many of us are affected by the change in season, however, for those with Alzheimer's and dementia, this time of year may increase their anxiety and confusion, and lead to behaviors such as aggression

Diabetes is a condition in which your body cannot properly use and store food for energy. The fuel that your body needs is called glucose, a form of sugar. Glucose comes from foods such as fruit, milk, some vegetables, starchy foods, and sugar. Eating healthy, low-carb, and low-sugar foods are excellent ways to help control your blood sugar (glucose). Apple Spice Muffins This delicious apple spice muffin recipe has only 9 grams of carbohydrates per serving and no added sugar!

November is Diabetes Awareness Month! All month long, we will be sharing health information, activities that support Diabetes prevention, and healthy diabetic-friendly recipes! So stay tuned throughout the month for more information! We begin today with Understanding Diabetes. Diabetes is a disease in which your body either can't produce insulin or can't properly use the insulin it produces. According to Diabetes Canada, rates of diabetes and prediabetes cases are on the ri

Today is #NationalChocolateDay! As Halloween quickly approaches, you may be thinking this sweet and delicious treat has no health benefits - but in fact, there are a number of benefits for overall senior health, when the right choices are made! Of course, not all chocolates are created equal. Processed chocolates can have a significant negative effect on your health at any age. So when making healthy food and snack choices, dark chocolate is the clear winner. Mineral-rich a

The practice of Yoga is an excellent way to improve overall health in older adults. Yoga safely stretches and loosens muscles, reduces anxiety, helps to lower blood pressure, protects joints, and builds strength and balance. Chair Yoga is especially beneficial as it reduces the strain on joints and allows those with mobility concerns the opportunity to participate. According to a study in the National Library of Medicine, yoga therapy increases the number of insulin receptor