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Highlights from The Seniors Housing News’ Report on Intergenerational Housing

January 10, 2019 -

Retirement populations are changing—and so are retirement communities. Consumer demand, economics, demographics and land use are all driving the need for homes that accommodate older adults who want a higher quality of life. Because unlike the stereotypes of yore, today’s active generation boast better health, rising life expectancy, and fulfilling days. They want to remain…

Isolation is a Top Issue for Older adults

January 03, 2019 -

In an effort to determine how the nation can best serve its senior population, Canada’s Minister of Older adults Filomena Tassi has been travelling across the country to meet with various citizens, families and organizations. The purpose of her tour is to get in touch with the people and better understand what the most pressing…

How to Celebrate the Holidays in a Retirement Community

December 19, 2018 -

If this is your first time spending the holidays in your retirement community, you may be a bit concerned about how different it will be from your holiday celebrations at home. Here are a few suggestions on making the season fun, festive and warm. Don’t Wait. Initiate! If you are less mobile in your retirement…

How Older Adults Can Stay Connected Over the Holidays

December 14, 2018 -

Have you found yourself alone for the holiday season in Vancouver? Fill your social calendar with the following festive celebrations. Seniors Christmas Dinner Open to adults over 50, the Seniors Christmas Dinner at Barclay Manor serves up a feast with all the trimmings. Live music and fantastic prizes brighten up the festivities. Wear your best…

How to Take Care of Your Teeth as You Age

November 30, 2018 -

As you reach retirement age, it’s important to make sure your affairs are in order so that you don’t have to spend your free time worrying over budgets and insurance. While some employers offer limited benefits to retirees, dental coverage is rarely one of these perks. Unfortunately, this often means that people simply go without…

How To Maintain Healthy Eyes As You Age

November 19, 2018 -

As the years pass, you continue to notice increasing issues with your vision. Maybe small print is getting harder to read, it takes longer for you to adjust from light to dark, or you find it harder to notice differences in colour or contrast. Such changes are typical with ageing and normally nothing to worry…

How to Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder

November 08, 2018 -

It’s normal to have bouts of depression throughout the year. That’s part of the human condition and can strike anybody at any age. However, if these emotional lows come around at the same time during the late fall or early winter and do not disappear until the spring and summer arrive, then you may have…

How Meditation Can Help You Make Peace With Life Changes

October 22, 2018 -

As we get older the number of life losses we experience can increase, whether it’s the loss of a friend, loss of independence or the loss of our home. These experiences can cause feelings of grief which can impact both the body and mind. Thankfully there are a number of practices, including yoga and meditation,…

Should you give your child a living inheritance?

October 15, 2018 -

Out-of-reach housing prices and stagnant salaries have inspired many older adults to help their children out financially before they pass away, instead of waiting until they die to give their children an inheritance. If you have investments that are earning income (for which you are being taxed every year), and you’re not planning on spending…

How to Protect Yourself from Financial Fraud

October 01, 2018 -

Older adults can be especially vulnerable to financial crimes as they often have covetable assets. Sadly, most financial crime doesn’t occur at the hands of a stranger; it’s close friends or family members who are often to blame. Here are a few ways you can protect yourself from financial fraud. Don’t have cheques sent to…