Spring is that time of the year when all of us begin to feel rejuvenated by the hint of warmer weather. As grandchildren and children look for activities to do with their aging grandparent, spring offers a wealth of opportunities. Make time to take your senior for a walk, looking for the signs of spring [...]
Depression can be caused by: Changes within the family Chronic pain and illness Difficulty getting around Frustration with memory loss Loss of a spouse or close friend Trouble adapting to a life change such as moving from a home to a retirement facility Depression can also be a sign of a medical problem. It can [...]
I am happy to announce Nurse Next Door has gift certificates available just in time for Christmas! For more info contact me at admin@petercoulter.org Tweet
When Christmas comes around what excites you? Is it the reuniting with friends, the family? Or maybe even ginger, mistletoe, cinnamon, and pine all rolled into one glorious scent that hits your nose like an amazingly warm hug from a year long gone friend. One whose company is the epitome of hopefulness, cheer and the [...]
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Nurse Next Door Looks to Provide Safer Living for Local Seniors During Fall Prevention Week 2010 Offering free home safety assessments to local seniors November 22 – 26 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtenay / Comox B.C.– With the majority of accidental deaths among seniors aged 75 and older the result of falls, fall prevention has become [...]
It’s time for your winter warm-up. Save on heating costs by getting your house ready now. We may not want to think about winter weather just yet, but performing a few maintenance chores this fall may pay dividends when the weather turns cold. Experts say that when it comes to saving on home heating costs, [...]
We must remember. If we do not, the sacrifice of those one hundred thousand Canadian lives will be meaningless. They died for us, for their homes and families and friends, for a collection of traditions they cherished and a future they believed in; they died for Canada. The meaning of their sacrifice rests with our [...]
Each year, one in three people over the age of sixty-five will experience a fall. This is an eye-opening statistic for many. The question is, are you doing anything to prevent falls? If not, you should. Here are four things you can do now to help reduce your chances of falling. Step One: Visit Your [...]
Introduction to successful aging You can change how you think, feel and act when you are older simply by changing how you think, feel and act now, geriatrics experts say. Staying healthy, fit and active are the keys to successful aging. Dr. Judy Salerno, deputy director of NIH’s National Institute on Aging (NIA), says, “When [...]
Thanksgiving Crafts for Seniors By Hayley A. Smith, eHow Contributor updated: August 10, 2010 Thanksgiving and its traditions, spicy smells, and autumn colors provide an ideal setting to bring out the creative side of the older generation. Making holiday crafts that reflect the spirit of the historic holiday can remind people of all ages of the joys [...]
Spring is that time of the year when all of us begin to feel rejuvenated by the hint of warmer weather. As grandchildren and children look for activities to do with their aging grandparent, spring offers a wealth of opportunities. Make time to take your senior for a walk, looking for the signs of spring [...]
Depression can be caused by: Changes within the family Chronic pain and illness Difficulty getting around Frustration with memory loss Loss of a spouse or close friend Trouble adapting to a life change such as moving from a home to a retirement facility Depression can also be a sign of a medical problem. It can [...]
I am happy to announce Nurse Next Door has gift certificates available just in time for Christmas! For more info contact me at admin@petercoulter.org Tweet
When Christmas comes around what excites you? Is it the reuniting with friends, the family? Or maybe even ginger, mistletoe, cinnamon, and pine all rolled into one glorious scent that hits your nose like an amazingly warm hug from a year long gone friend. One whose company is the epitome of hopefulness, cheer and the [...]
Nurse Next Door Looks to Provide Safer Living for Local Seniors During Fall Prevention Week 2010 Offering free home safety assessments to local seniors November 22 – 26 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtenay / Comox B.C.– With the majority of accidental deaths among seniors aged 75 and older the result of falls, fall prevention has become [...]
It’s time for your winter warm-up. Save on heating costs by getting your house ready now. We may not want to think about winter weather just yet, but performing a few maintenance chores this fall may pay dividends when the weather turns cold. Experts say that when it comes to saving on home heating costs, [...]
We must remember. If we do not, the sacrifice of those one hundred thousand Canadian lives will be meaningless. They died for us, for their homes and families and friends, for a collection of traditions they cherished and a future they believed in; they died for Canada. The meaning of their sacrifice rests with our [...]
Senior Driving SAFETY TIPS, WARNING SIGNS, AND KNOWING WHEN TO STOP Driver safety is an important and often sensitive issue for seniors. The changes of normal aging can sometimes interfere with the ability to drive. Learn to reduce these risk factors. Drive safely longer by taking care of your health and incorporating safe driving practices. [...]
Each year, one in three people over the age of sixty-five will experience a fall. This is an eye-opening statistic for many. The question is, are you doing anything to prevent falls? If not, you should. Here are four things you can do now to help reduce your chances of falling. Step One: Visit Your [...]
Introduction to successful aging You can change how you think, feel and act when you are older simply by changing how you think, feel and act now, geriatrics experts say. Staying healthy, fit and active are the keys to successful aging. Dr. Judy Salerno, deputy director of NIH’s National Institute on Aging (NIA), says, “When [...]
