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Articles, tips and advice on home health care, aging well and caring for the people you love. Written for families across Toronto, Mississauga, Ottawa and Winnipeg, and for the Caregivers who support them.
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Private Home Care vs. Personal Care Home in Winnipeg
A practical comparison of cost, eligibility and fit between private home care and a Manitoba personal care home, with a simple framework for deciding what your parent actually needs.
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How Long Is the Wait for a Long-Term Care Bed in Toronto? What Families Can Do in the Meantime
How long is the wait for a long-term care bed in Toronto? How the waitlist works, what affects priority, and how Families support a loved one at home.
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What to Ask Before Hiring a Home Care Agency in Ottawa (and the Red Flags to Watch For)
The questions to ask before hiring a home care agency in Ottawa, the red flags to watch for, and how to check that a PSW or nurse is registered and supervised.
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Arranging Care for a Parent Who Lives Alone in Toronto
A step-by-step guide for Toronto families on arranging care for a parent who lives alone, from the first conversation through public programs and private home care.
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Understanding Frontotemporal Dementia
Updated
Frontotemporal dementia, also called frontal lobe dementia, explained: the 7 stages, early signs, diagnosis in Ontario, and caring for a loved one at home.
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Coming Home From the Hospital in Ottawa: Planning a Safe Recovery
Key Takeaways Discharge planning works best when it starts early in the hospital stay, so there is time to arrange help before your loved one comes home. Before discharge, ask for a written medication list, follow-up…
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