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As an aging services professional, staying up-to-date can be daunting, especially in the dynamic care continuum. That is why we have designed our episodes for busy professionals like you, who are deeply passionate about providing the best care possible to older adults. In our upcoming episodes, you will hear from leading experts and aging services professionals who will provide knowledge, insight and the latest best practice tips that can be used to inspire your own professional growth, your colleagues and those you serve. Visit ComForCare.ca to download tips and resources, view show notes and access our episodes.
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As of mid-2024, nearly 7.8 million Canadians, about 20% of the population, are aged 65 or older, with that number expected to rise to nearly 25% by 2030. Older adults are disproportionately affected by chronic conditions such as hypertension, osteoarthritis, and diabetes, and face growing mobility challenges. Each year, falls impact between 32% and 42% of Canadians aged 70 and older, making falls the leading cause of injury-related...
As people live longer and healthier lives than previous generations, the ageing population continues to grow. By 2052, nearly a quarter of Canadians—24.9%—could be 65 years or older.
Most older Canadians express a strong desire to age in place, staying in their homes and communities. A 2020 survey revealed that 96% of Canadians aged 65 and older would do everything possible to avoid transitioning to long-term care facilities. While...
In Canada, care providers play a critical role in ensuring smooth and successful transitions for clients returning home from hospitals, rehabilitation centres, or long-term care communities. Unfortunately, these transitions don’t always go smoothly, and individuals may risk being readmitted to the hospital.
Navigating these transitions can present unique challenges, such as coordinating care plans and ensuring effective communicati...
In 2022, over 13.4 million Canadians aged 15 years and older—representing 42% of the population—provided unpaid care to children, youth, or adults with long-term conditions or disabilities. Among these caregivers, 1.8 million found themselves in the challenging position of providing care to both young and elderly dependents, forming part of Canada’s growing "sandwich generation." This dual caregiving role can quickly lead to burnou...
Caring for an individual with dementia requires a multifaceted approach focused on enhancing their quality of life. One particularly transformative method within dementia care is dance.
From providing a combination of physical, emotional, and social benefits to fostering a sense of connection and joy, dance has been found to be an excellent avenue to stimulate an individual’s memory, improve their mood, and encourage social interac...
Many older adults make significant life decisions in crisis moments — but many don’t realize that doing this could harm their well-being. That’s because making rash decisions typically involves a lack of resources, information, and tools needed to make the best choices.
In today’s episode, we’re shining some light on the subject of ‘Smart Ageing’ education for older adults and caregiving teams. Get ready to delve into the impactful...
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