Flu season is in full swing, but if you haven’t already gotten your flu shot, it’s not too late. You can still get one now to help protect you during the coming months. According to Canadian Public Health, “People at high risk of complications from the flu include people 65 years and older” Also, given … Continue reading Why Getting an Annual Flu Shot is Essential for Senior Health →

The holiday season often means family get-togethers and the exchanging of gifts. Buying for kids can be easy because they love new toys, games, and books. It can be fun to find presents for family members who just got married, moved into a new house, or had a baby as well. But what do you … Continue reading Holiday Gift Ideas for Seniors Who Have It All →

A major challenge for many seniors as they age is loneliness. Being retired can give them a lot of free time to do as they please, but when family and friends are still working, it can mean more time spent alone. Seniors may also have limited access to transportation making getting out and about harder. In … Continue reading Furry Friends: The Benefits of Pets for Seniors →

In the face of COVID-19, gyms and fitness centers are among some of the last businesses that are allowed to reopen. That means that the usual exercises classes older adults may have been attending have likely been cancelled, suspended, or moved online. But just because you can’t physically go to the gym or recreation center … Continue reading Simple Exercises Seniors Can Do at Home →