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

We may only have a few days left in October, but the bounty of produce continues! This week we celebrate a delicious and nutritious fruit that can be used in both savoury and sweet dishes - the pear. Grown in Ontario, there are five varieties of pears - Bartlett being a favourite of many! One medium pear has about 100 calories, is a good source of fiber, and is a source of Vitamin C, potassium, and folacin. Try this autumn recipe for your next dessert served warm with fresh

Often, as we age, we experience normal changes in our sleeping patterns, such as becoming sleepy earlier, waking up earlier, or experiencing less deep sleep. Although sleep requirements vary from person to person, most healthy adults require 7.5 to 9 hours of sleep per night. However, disturbed sleep, waking up tired every day, and other symptoms of insomnia are not normal parts of aging. According to The Sleep Foundation, the prevalence of insomnia is higher among older adu

During Breast Cancer Awareness month, each year, the 3rd Friday of October recognizes the importance of receiving regular mammograms to help with the early detection of breast cancer. It is a reminder for many Canadians to get screened, as 1 in 8 women and less than 1% of men will be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime. Screening mammograms are considered the international gold standard for detecting breast cancer early. Regular breast cancer screening can find canc

A great way to add creativity to your elderly loved one's life is to use simple, household items that can surprise and delight them when used in a new and exciting way! A perfect example of this is by using a simple apple as a stamp to create these adorable painted "pumpkins". Materials An apple; cut down the center Orange paint Brown and Green pipe cleaners or paper Craft glue Googly eyes and/or other embellishments (such as sequins, buttons, stickers, etc) White craft pape

October in Ontario is a month of vegetable abundance! From artichokes to zucchini, there are flavours for all to enjoy! In this week's recipe, we are featuring a heart-warming beef pot pie full of the season's best ingredients, such as carrots, onions, potatoes, and mushrooms! Nutrition Facts! Potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, a good source of Vitamin C and a source of fibre and folacin. Low in calories, carrots are an excellent source of beta carotene, converte