As your loved ones get older, it’s natural to worry about their ability to live independently. While many seniors manage well with the help of occasional support, others may face challenges that affect their safety and well-being. Recognizing the signs that your elderly loved one isn’t coping at home is vital to ensuring they receive the care they need. Keep reading to learn more. 1. Neglected Personal Hygiene One of the most noticeable signs is a decline in personal hygiene. If your … [Read more...]
Family Literacy Day, Canada – January 27
Natrel and ABC partner to help new parents Sunday, January 27 is Family Literacy Day. ABC Life Literacy Canada has been sponsoring this national event since 1999. The focus is to raise awareness about the importance of reading and learning, and offering events and resources to help parents. “Taking time every day to read or do a learning activity with children is crucial to a child’s development. Even just 15 minutes a day can improve a child’s literacy skills dramatically, and … [Read more...]
January is Canada’s Alzheimer Awareness Month
In Canada, 747,000 people currently live with dementia and one of the major challenges they and their families face when they receive the diagnosis is the stigma associated with it. Internationally, produced on May 23, 2018 this report provides an overview of global developments in response to the adoption of the WHO’s Global action plan on the public health response to dementia 2017-2025. The report was launched on the one-year anniversary of the adoption of the plan at the 71st World … [Read more...]
Why Is Dental Care Expensive and Does It Have to Be?
Dental care is often seen as one of the most expensive healthcare services, and for many, the costs associated with visiting the dentist can be a significant financial burden. From routine checkups to complex procedures like root canals or crowns, the price of dental services can quickly add up. But why is dental care so expensive, and is there any way to reduce or eliminate these costs? The High Costs of Dental Care Several factors contribute to the high cost of dental care. One of the … [Read more...]
How Aging Women Can Look After Themselves
You might want to stay independent for as long as possible, especially if you are a woman who has always been able to look after themselves. To make sure that you remain in good health as you age and that you do not begin to struggle, here are some of the top tips that you should follow. Adapt Your Routine You might want to carry on doing what you have always done. However, this is not always possible. Some adaptations to your routine can allow you to stay healthy and well while leading … [Read more...]
Tips for Entrepreneurs Navigating Growth
Achieving financial freedom is a goal many entrepreneurs strive for, but the path is often riddled with challenges. Running a business involves balancing growth, cash flow, and investments while keeping an eye on the long-term vision. For those navigating this journey, here are some practical tips to help you secure financial freedom as your business grows. Focus on Cash Flow Management Effective cash flow management is one of the cornerstones of financial stability in business. Cash flow … [Read more...]
Making Your Christmas Shopping Plan
In life, when it comes to Christmas shopping, there are two types of people. There are those who plan well in advance to save last-minute rushing around and those who do exactly that, leave it to the last minute! The date of Christmas never changes and so there are no excuses not to set a plan as this will not only ensure you are organised come Christmas day, but it will also ensure that you are more effective in your Christmas purchases, that you don’t overspend and you will probably even be … [Read more...]
Four Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Husband or Partner
For many women, this time of year is an important one when it comes to their relationships with those closest to them. In the run up to Christmas, many women are spending their time finding the perfect gifts, planning the festive season and ensuring that everything is going to be special and memorable for their families. But, gift selecting isn’t always easy, and a lot of women get stuck when it comes to purchasing the perfect Christmas gift for their husband. If you’re preparing for the festive … [Read more...]
Epilepsy Awareness Month – November
Epilepsy (from Ancient Greek ἐπιληψία) is a common and diverse set of chronic neurological disorders characterized by seizures. Some definitions of epilepsy require that seizures be recurrent and unprovoked, but others require only a single seizure combined with brain alterations which increase the chance of future seizures. In many cases a cause cannot be identified, however factors that are associated include brain trauma, strokes, brain cancer, and drug and alcohol misuse among … [Read more...]
NOVEMBER: Adoption Awareness Month
Adoption is a process whereby a person assumes the parenting for another and, in so doing, permanently transfers all rights and responsibilities, along with filiation, from the biological parent or parents. Unlike guardianship or other systems designed for the care of the young, adoption is intended to effect a permanent change in status and as such requires societal recognition, either through legal or religious sanction. Historically, some societies have enacted specific laws governing … [Read more...]
OCTOBER: NATIONAL WOMEN’S SMALL BUSINESS MONTH
In celebration of National Women's Small Business Month, below are some interesting stats that show just how women are on the move. Women entrepreneurs statistics show that 252 million entrepreneurs out of approximately 582 million in the world are female. Added to 153 million women who have already been running businesses, we can see the impact of women on business. Research also shows that women now account for 41% of the global workforce and control more than $20 trillion in annual … [Read more...]
October is LUPUS Awareness Month!
Lupus Awareness Month takes place during October. Lupus is a complex and poorly understood condition that affects many parts of the body and causes symptoms ranging from mild to life-threatening. Some common symptoms of lupus include: fatigue skin rash joint pain and swelling Lupus is an incurable immune system condition that is assumed to be genetic and mainly affects females. The condition shares a lot of symptoms in common with other conditions; with lupus signs … [Read more...]