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

As we age, the way a medication affects you may change. Drug interactions around prescription medications and over the counter drugs can potentially cause drowsiness and dizziness. To learn more about ways to manage your medication and what questions to … Read More

Let’s Be Strong! Healthy eating is important at any age in order to maintain independence and quality of life. Eating well is more than just what you eat. Canada’s Food Guide focuses on being mindful of your eating habits, cooking … Read More