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Let’s Talk About It: Family committees can advocate on behalf of vulnerable people
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Let’s Talk About It: Family committees can advocate on behalf of vulnerable people

by × on May 16, 2013 at 8:55 am × 0 comments

When your loved one is living in a care facility and no longer able to express herself, who will speak on her behalf? We hear the good, the bad and the ugly of residential care. Horror stories make headlines, when fragile seniors are abused or neglected. We react with shock [...]

Let’s Talk About It: Rescuing Nana: A grandchild’s instinct
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Let’s Talk About It: Rescuing Nana: A grandchild’s instinct

by × on March 26, 2013 at 4:55 pm × 1 comment

Please welcome guest columnist Mikaela Sandler, daughter of regular contributor Bonnie Sandler. This winter, my instincts saved my grandmother’s life. I belong to a close-knit family, and my maternal grandmother is our matriarch. From the day I was born, she and my late grandfather played a crucial role in my [...]

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Let’s Talk About It: Personal alarm systems are not foolproof

by × on March 15, 2013 at 6:00 am × 2 comments

Many of us worry about parents living alone and their ability to get assistance should an emergency situation occur, such as a fall. If you look closely you will see many seniors wearing help buttons around their neck or on their wrist like a watch. While these alarms only work [...]

Walk cautiously in the snow! An even better idea: Stay indoors.
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Walking in Montreal’s winter wonderland can be a dangerous proposal

by × on January 28, 2013 at 9:41 am × Comments Off

Montreal winters bring challenges when it comes to walking outside. We are aware of many environmental hazards in the home and can take preventive action against falling. This task is more difficult with the unpredictable condition of Montreal sidewalks. Cataracts and glaucoma can alter the vision of older people, making [...]

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Shopping, exercise and common sense

by × on November 10, 2012 at 1:39 pm × Comments Off

I am a sucker for gimmicks that promise a quick fix to a problem. I avoid shopping channels, which I find mesmerizing to the extent that I am not able to resist some of these miracle products. In my kitchen is an unopened jar of coconut oil that I purchased [...]

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Seniors residences: When your needs change, your home should, too

by × on October 10, 2012 at 7:50 pm × 1 comment

by Bonnie Sandler, BS.W. You struggle with your ambivalence and finally decide to move to a retirement residence. You are able live on your own, but you are tired of shopping for food, cooking and feeling lonely. You visit several residences and choose one that you feel will best suit [...]

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Let’s Talk About It: Should senior discounts be available to all?

by × on June 18, 2012 at 1:48 pm × Comments Off

BY BONNIE SANDLER, BS.W. While the age limit varies, seniors are eligible for discounts at some stores, restaurants, hotels and services. I see children and grandchildren shopping with parents and grandparents in department stores offering discounts on certain days. It could be a great excuse for families to spend more [...]