The Best Tech for Seniors Aging in Place
From automatic pill dispensers to motion sensors, these devices can help you or your aging loved ones live at home independently—and safely—for longer.
13 Silent Signs of Dementia (and How to Spot Them Early)
From sudden personality changes to poor financial decision-making, here are the 13 early signs of dementia you should never ignore.
Wearing This May Reduce Your Dementia Risk, According to New Research
Intriguing findings from a Johns Hopkins study reveal how a common device could delay cognitive decline in older adults.
Aging in Place: A Guide to Growing Older at Home
Ninety percent of Canadian seniors want to live in their homes for as long as possible. Here's how to make...
5 Things You Can Do Every Day to Prevent Muscle Loss
Bonus: Only one of them involves lifting weights.
Arthritis Myths You Need to Stop Believing
These common misconceptions about arthritis could be keeping you on the sidelines of a vibrant, active life.
Silent Signs of Hearing Loss You Might Be Ignoring
If these symptoms sound familiar, it might be time to speak with your doctor.
14 Foods Everyone Over 50 Should Probably Be Eating
Nutrition requires a little extra attention as you get older—in part because disease risk increases with age, as does the...
The Heartwarming Reason My Mom Got a Tattoo for Her 80th Birthday
Mom’s 80th birthday tattoo is just the latest example of her wild, newfound independence.
5 Obvious Signs of Dementia I Missed in My Own Mother
A diagnosis of Alzheimer's shed light on a decade's worth of unusual behaviour that seemed pretty harmless at the time....
New Research Says More Sex Could Slow Alzheimer’s Risk
Can a vibrant sex life be your secret weapon against memory decline? New research suggests there might be a link.
How Cognitive Tests Strip Seniors of Their Rights
If you fail a mental capacity test, your province can sell your home, manage your money and lock you in...
Can Hearing Loss Be Reversed?
Breakthroughs in the treatment of hearing loss are giving hope for the future.
Never Say This to a Caregiver
Despite our best intentions, the things we say to friends or family members who have assumed a caregiving role can...
How to Live to 100—And Love It!
Life expectancy is on the rise, but a long life isn’t always a full one. These everyday habits—many of which...
5 of the Best Exercises For Seniors
Research suggests these popular exercises for seniors can help maintain muscle mass, improve balance and boost heart health.
This Simple New Blood Test Can Detect Alzheimer’s Risk With 96% Accuracy
Alzheimer's disease often begins a decade before you show symptoms. "Ideally, we'd like people to be screened for Alzheimer's disease...
15 Self-Care Tips For Caregivers
Simple strategies for caregivers to preserve and maintain a sense of self.
What Everyone Forgets When It Comes to Estate Planning
Sure, you've got your physical assets accounted for, but have you considered the digital assets you've accumulated, including reward points?
These Seniors Are Forming Their Own Retirement Communities—Without Leaving Home
Oasis, a program that began in Kingston, Ontario a decade ago, brings the concept of a retirement community into private...
Those Three Little Words
Remembering to say “I love you” can make all the difference in the world.
How to Care for Aging Parents: Strategies for the Sandwich Generation
Juggling work, kids, and the well-being of their own parents, those in the Sandwich Generation certainly don’t have it easy....
20 Uplifting Quotes That Will Have You Looking Forward to Your Next Birthday
They say with age comes wisdom, kindness, confidence, and ease. Here's why another trip around the sun is always worth...
Suffer From Stiff, Painful Knees? Here’s What You Can Do About It
Knees are among our largest and most complex joints, but they’re also some of the easiest to damage.
Can Cherry Juice Really Help With Arthritis?
Tart cherry juice is becoming a popular home remedy for relieving arthritis pain, but is there any evidence it actually...
How I Learned to Keep Feeling Sexy After 60
Desire doesn’t have an expiry date.
Why Living In an RV Is Better Than Living In a House
After retirement, this Saskatchewan couple sold their home and hit the road. They haven’t looked back.
8 Ways to Embrace Your Next Milestone Birthday
Got the birthday blues? Instead of dreading your 40th, 50th, or even your 75th birthday, learn how to embrace the...
The New Golden Girls
Fed up with traditional retirement living, these Canadian seniors are joining forces to age in place.
13 Signs of Cancer Men Are Likely to Ignore
Many men’s cancer symptoms can mimic other diseases or conditions—and many men are notorious for delaying doctors’ visits—so it’s easy...
These Tiny Triumphs Helped Me Make the Most of My Year, Despite the Pandemic
From thanking a stranger to clearing your inbox, no task is too small. Here’s how doing these simple tasks might...
