5 winter hazards seniors should know about
Seniors are at risk for injury and illness in winter, and as the days get colder, it’s important for them to be aware of potential hazards.
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Sandfield Place
- Oct 24
- 1 min
Should you adopt a pet when you retire?
Has your schedule freed up since retiring?
Are you considering inviting a furry friend into your home?
Here are a few things to consider
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Sandfield Place
- Sep 19
- 1 min
4 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore
As you age, you may notice minor changes in your overall health. While some symptoms are a normal part of aging, others require immediate at
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Sandfield Place
- Jun 9
- 1 min
4 tips for assisting an elderly relative from a distance
Caring for an elderly relative can be demanding at the best of times. However, if you live far away, it can make things even more difficult.
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Sandfield Place
- May 9
- 1 min
How to celebrate National Nursing Week
National Nursing Week takes place from May 9 to 15, 2022. The purpose of this special celebration is to bring awareness to governments, poli
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Sandfield Place
- Apr 8
- 1 min
How to talk to your parents about moving into a retirement home
Do you think it’s time for your mother or father to move into a retirement home? Here are a few tips on how to bring up this sensitive subje
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Sandfield Place
- Mar 22
- 1 min
4 tips for moving into a retirement home
Are you ready to move into a retirement home? If so, here are a few tips to ensure everything goes smoothly.
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Sandfield Place
- Feb 11
- 1 min
How to prevent knee pain as you age
For many, knee pain is seen as an inevitable part of aging. However, it doesn’t have to be. Here are four things you can do to keep your kne
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Sandfield Place
- Jan 6
- 1 min
What you should know about Alzheimer’s disease and other neurocognitive disorders
January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Every year, the Alzheimer Society takes the opportunity to raise awareness about neurocognitive diso
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Sandfield Place
- Dec 14, 2021
- 1 min
5 ways to embrace your inner child
Do you struggle to let loose and have fun? Is life weighing you down? Here are five ways to embrace your inner child and bring more joy and
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Sandfield Place
- Nov 10, 2021
- 2 min
Safety tips for seniors living at home
Seniors over the age of 65 account for approximately half of all injury-related hospitalizations in Canada,
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Sandfield Place
- Jul 18, 2021
- 1 min
5 facts about heat-related illnesses
As heatwaves become increasingly common during the summer, the risk of developing a heat-related illness becomes more likely. Here are five
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Sandfield Place
- Jun 14, 2021
- 1 min
Normal aging: what to expect as you get older
From lapses in memory to joint pain and hair loss, a wide range of symptoms are often chalked up to getting old. But which changes are reall
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Sandfield Place
- Jun 6, 2021
- 1 min
4 fantastic outdoor activities for seniors
Spending time in nature has benefits for your mind and body. Here are four outdoor activities that can help you make the most of sunny days.
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Sandfield Place
- May 10, 2021
- 1 min
Honouring Canada’s nurses
National Nursing Week takes place this year from May 10 to 16. This annual event celebrates the invaluable contributions these essential wor
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Sandfield Place
- Apr 14, 2021
- 1 min
3 Tips To Improve Your Circulation
Do your extremities often tingle or feel numb?
Do your hands and feet frequently get cold? If so, these and other symptoms could indicate y
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Sandfield Place
- Mar 12, 2021
- 1 min
5 signs that you’re (finally) ready to move
5 signs that you’re (finally) ready to move
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Sandfield Place
- Feb 17, 2021
- 1 min
9 safety tips for walking in winter
9 Safety Tips for Walking in the Wint
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