Connecting Seniors with Care
Seniors must be wary of fire
Seniors must be able to evacuate on their own from their home in the case of an emergency. The most likely emergency they will encounter is that of a fire. ...
Make 2012 a fall-free year for seniors
During this past month I met four seniors who recently fell and incurred serious injuries. Three of them had eye injuries and one had a broken hip. One senior...
Elderly seniors are special people
Again, this past year has been great working with elderly seniors and their families. Following is a summary of the key things that both seniors and their...
Helping seniors enjoy Christmas
Since this is often the only time of the year that families can gather, they want to make sure that their elderly relatives are included. Numerous people might...
Your personal health care file
Interior Health has a brochure called Caring for Your Information. When you receive care and services from Interior Health, your personal information is...
Seniors aid Salvation Army
Seniors living at Sandalwood Retirement Resort are again assisting the Salvation Army by holding the 6th Annual Fundraiser “Scrooge Breakfast”. The...
Old age pension plan before 65
Although I do not consider anyone to have earned the right to call themselves a ‘senior’ until they reach the age of 80 years, the federal...
Seniors need good doctors
Doctors are in short supply and the situation is not going to change anytime soon. If seniors already have a doctor, it is unlikely that another doctor will...
Seniors can get 'out and about'
The Kelowna & District Society for People in Motion is dedicated to the inclusion and equality of seniors with disabilities throughout the City of Kelowna,...
You may qualify for Veterans benefits
If you served overseas during the Second World War or during the Korean War then you should call Veterans Affairs (1-866-522-2122). This applies to both male...
Causes for depression in a senior
It is sad to see seniors dealing with loneliness and depression. I spoke with Dr. Garrett Swetlikoff N.D., the past president of the BC Naturopathic...
Prevent identity theft
Prevent Identity Theft while Helping to raise funds for the Kelowna Crime Prevention Association The Kelowna Crime Prevention Association is a registered...
Helping seniors and their families
These past few months, I have been fortunate to meet many seniors while doing presentations with the RCMP on identify theft and fraud. They expressed how...
United Way Helps Seniors
As the population of seniors increases, the services that United Way assists financially for seniors is becoming more essential. It raises awareness and funds...
Connecting Seniors with Care course
Okanagan College is again offering a course this fall called ‘Connecting Seniors with Care’. It will help answer many questions that families have...
Using On-line Travel Agencies
It is becoming more popular to go on-line to look for accommodations when travelling. However, many seniors think that when they book a room on-line that they...
Safe Footwear for Seniors
Keeping footwear in good condition will not only increase the life of the shoes, boots or slippers but will also keep seniors healthy by helping to prevent...
Seniors losing thousands
This past week, I was with Cst. Ann Donnelly and Cst. Carl Stene speaking with seniors about fraud schemes aimed at seniors. I am amazed by the number of...
Using Walkers Properly
Many seniors use walkers to assist them to remain stable while walking. This helps them to keep their independence and maintain wellness through walking....
Okanagan Volunteer Opportunities Fair
Kelowna Community Resources is a social agency passionately committed to empowering individuals through the delivery of its services and solutions, firm in the...