Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada and it affects approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults. That’s why keeping your heart healthy as you age is very important. There are many things that contribute to your overall … Read More
Did you know that it is as important to train your brain as it is to exercise your body? Cognitive functions are divided into four main categories and each of them serves a different purpose: memory, attention, primary function and … Read More
Approximately 40% of older adults are currently taking 5-9 medications. Learn more about what steps you can take to manage your medications. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2KCWMnXSt8&feature=emb_title
You may think that ‘healthy eating’ and ‘budget’ are two words that can’t go together, however this is not the case! With just a little planning and effort, you can enjoy a variety of healthy foods without breaking the bank. … Read More
As we age, it is important to take care of our physical, mental and social wellbeing. The brain is a complex organ in the human body that is continuously changing as we age. Our experiences and behaviours can help to … Read More
Eating healthy can help you age well and maintain a good quality of life by: Preventing muscle and bone loss which will lower your risk of falls or breaking bones. Providing energy and important nutrients to your body. Preventing, lowering … Read More
How do you start your day? Eating a healthy breakfast can give you the energy you need to take on your day! Try Stay On Your Feet’s quick breakfast recipes to start your day in a healthy way. To learn … Read More
Canadian Comedian Brittlestar chats with his mom about the why it’s important to keep your home free of tripping hazards. Let’s Be Strong! Check out the great advice given in the funny video for tips on home safety. www.youtube.com/watch?v=tD0c7n3e2s0&list=PL7plicVImnW5Mw0KtWOBPvv1jITPBxSFP&index=3
Recently we have been spending a lot more time in our homes. It is important that we identify, remove and report hazards in and around our homes in order to maintain our independence. The Home Safety Checklist will take you … Read More
Are you interested in learning more about nutrition but not sure where to start? Check out https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Seniors.aspx for more information on healthy eating for older adults. They offer recipes, videos and interactive healthy eating tools to help you reach your … Read More
