I came across an article in the Montreal Gazette in the Opinion Section titled: “Growing old is no fun” on … More
Tag: older adults
Seniors cared for in hospitals as no where else to go….
Seniors/older adults go to the hospital due to illness, disease, crisis and then what? “national statistics show there were 4, … More
Creative Solution to the Senior Population in Milan, Italy
Milan, Italy is implementing an ‘adopt’ a senior idea to provide additional support to the over 65 demographic. – “Italy … More
The Council on Healthy Aging in Canada to be Created
Canada is facing demographic challenges driven largely by the transition of baby-boomers into their retirement years and the steady lengthening … More
Housing for Older Adults with Physical Limitations
by Victoria Brewster, MSW I came across this article on housing for seniors/older adults with high needs in London, Ontario. … More
The Power and Importance of Language
By Victoria Brewster, MSW Language-what does this one word mean to you? What does it say to you? How do … More
Seniors/Older Adults Will not Bankrupt Canada’s Medicare System…
Seniors Awaiting LTC Placement in Canada
Needed Services for Older Adults/Seniors
by Victoria Brewster, MSW I would love to get a discussion going regarding the needed services for older adults/seniors. No … More
http://m.theglobeandmail.com/commentary/why-we-need-a-national-seniors-drug-plan/article5345823/?service=mobile
http://m.theglobeandmail.com/commentary/why-we-need-a-national-seniors-drug-plan/article5345823/?service=mobile The Need for a National Medication plan to assist older adults in Canada.