April 14, 2022 by Carefect Admin

Healthy Springtime Activities for Seniors

Winter has always been a time of rest and reflection where people spend more time inside with their loved ones than outside on adventures. However, especially in North America, we can feel relief when we finally see the first buds start to bloom on the tree branches or the first of the spring flowers pop out of the ground. As much as Winter can be a great way of taking space and time for yourself it can also be lonely and a little boring. Spring represents a new beginning of...

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March 31, 2022 by Carefect Admin

The Benefits of Playing Bingo for Seniors

Bingo is known to be a great party game for big groups and is well-loved by seniors and school age children alike, but did you know there are many health benefits to playing Bingo as well? In fact, Bingo can increase mental health, practice coordination and encourage opportunities for socializing for seniors. Bingo Rules Bingo is a game that is simple to learn and simple to adapt to different styles of play. Basic Bingo is a game in which you have a sheet with a table of blank squares where...

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March 17, 2022 by Carefect Admin

The Benefits of Pickleball for Seniors

Healthy aging requires a healthy lifestyle which includes exercise! exercise to some may seem challenging or even boring as some people do not appreciate just working out for the sake of Health. However, finding joy in your exercise routine is a way to build authentic motivation as well as increase your mental health. Physical exercise is a key aspect of both physical and mental wellness and so it is important to build a daily routine that includes some movement and exercise. Due to your own body circumstances and preferences, you...

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January 13, 2022 by Carefect Admin

The Benefits of Reading to the Elderly

Reading and oral storytelling is a beloved human tradition. People have been weaving dynamic stories about their histories and mythologies since the beginning of humanity. Storytelling, whether through accurate family histories, embellished fish hunting trips or literature fosters bonding between friends and family. Nowadays, people love to read for education and pleasure. It is usually a family tradition to read to children, but a love of storytelling can be always enjoyed as a life-long reader. Reading to the elderly, especially, can be a joyful source of companionship to both the...

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November 25, 2021 by Carefect Admin

Fun and Festive Holiday Activities for Seniors

It is almost that time of year again - time for joy and celebration to re-enter our lives for the holidays and the upcoming festivals. The winter is a magical time of year where, in Canada, the climate gets cold and a little inhospitable, but communities grow warm with good company and the love of our friends and family. Every family celebrates the holidays in their own unique ways with their own fun traditions. And your elderly loved one may be the matriarch or patriarch of those family traditions. However,...

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July 29, 2021 by Carefect Admin

Intergenerational Activity Ideas

If the last year has taught us anything, it is the importance of our community and our time together. While the new regulations were often challenging, when people discuss what they miss the most it is always their friends and family and spending quality time together. Even if we had been lucky enough to have been living with our immediate family, we still missed our extended family and friends. Extended family and friends provide valuable companionship, life experience and often brighten our horizons with their diverse interests and perspectives. The...

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July 22, 2021 by Carefect Admin

The Benefits of Intergenerational Relationships for Seniors and Youth

The beginning and end of our lives are times of love, family, and spirituality. These times are the bookends of life and provide a necessary framework for the joys of life, including the rest, growth, and connection to loved ones. Due to the elderly and the youthful having similar rhythms in life, they have a special connection to each other. Both prioritize the wonder of play, whether it is through the exploration of toys or gardens. Often, we divide our communities up by age - our schooling, hobbies, and communities....

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February 16, 2015 by Carefect Admin

Keeping Up and Connecting with the Grandchildren

For many grandparents, relating to their younger grandchildren and family members can be challenging. It may take some time, and a bit of both observation and investigation to determine what your grandkids are interested in, but after a bit of time, grandparents can definitely relate to their grandchildren. If you have grandchildren that you are struggling to connect with, then follow some of the tips below in order to break the ice with your adolescent and teenage grandkids and show them how much you love them. Play Video Games Video...

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March 13, 2014 by Carefect Admin

Tips for Seniors: Grocery Shopping

Eating healthy is key to living a long and fruitful life. Without the proper food choices, you could put your body at risk for developing infections and diseases. Eating healthy is often really difficult though. Processed foods often appear cheaper than nutrient dense fresh foods at first glance, and they are a lot more convenient. Eating healthy means cooking healthy, which can take time and effort. If you are a senior, then you may find it even more difficult to eat healthy and follow healthy lifestyles now than you did...

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June 6, 2013 by Carefect Admin

Summer Health Risks for Seniors

Summer can be a fun season for people of all ages but it also presents a variety of health risks, especially for seniors. Family caregivers should make sure that they know what to look out for so that their loved ones will remain healthy during the summer months. We at Carefect Home Care Services would like to offer some information for family caregivers who need to know what to look for and what to avoid when it comes to summer health risks for seniors. Dehydration The first thing that family...

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