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Gardening has become a favourite pastime for many Canadians.
When it comes to retirement, one of the concerns about moving to a smaller home has been the loss of a loved hobby.
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Just months after Bill C-277, the Framework on Palliative Care in Canada Act, came into effect, the country celebrates National Palliative Care Week to continue to conversation.
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Many seniors tend to overlook their oral health. While an ache or pain in our body may bring us to the doctor, we often live with teeth aches or sore mouths.
That is one of the reasons that… Read More
Canadians will pause on April 9 to commemorate the Battle of Vimy Ridge, an important WWI fight that saw the country step out from under the wing of Great Britain.
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It’s tax season again in Canada but there is good news if you are over 65. The Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) has several tax benefits for older Canadians.
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Learning something new helps keep your mind active and can expand perspective even for older Canadians.
Thanks to universities, non-profit groups and other organizations there are several op… Read More
SeniorsZen is pleased to announce the winner of our 5th annual scholarship. It was a difficult decision to choose winners from the excellent essays and infographics we received from students… Read More
Many caregivers are in the businesses of thinking of others first. But, research has shown that caregivers are at higher risk for depression, illness and other negative outcomes.
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In his book Neither Married Nor Single Dr. David Kirkpatrick takes the reader through the turmoil, conflict and heartache he experienced as he lost his wife to Alzheimer’s disease.
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A day that has traditionally been reserved for romance has now become an event for everyone. Valentine’s Day is a fun celebration of affection, candy, flowers and all things beautiful… Read More
Vision loss is something that thousands of Canadians live with and thousands more are diagnosed with each year. In fact, according to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), ab… Read More
For most family caregivers their responsibilities run parallel to employment obligations. This can create extra stress on a working caregiver who is trying to earn enough money while feeling… Read More
One computer science specialist has been developing a tool that is capable of detecting Alzheimer’s and other cognitive disorders through speech analysis.
Frank Rudzicz recently spoke… Read More
As we grow older it can be a difficult decision to move or downsize our living space.
This can prove to be a tough time for aging individuals, who are often assisted by their children in the… Read More
As parents age they often become more dependent upon family members to care for them and help them complete daily tasks. This loss of independence can lead to emotional conflict within the f… Read More
At the start of a new year many people set out goals or New Years Resolutions about what they hope to accomplish in the coming months.
Unfortunately, a large number of those individuals neve… Read More
As a strong advocate for assisted dying, Wanda Morris has now joined CARP to advocate for the needs of older Canadians.
Recently, SeniorsZen was able to talk to her about what the organizati… Read More
Studies have shown that older Canadians are at a higher risk of social isolation than other segments of the population.
Because loneliness and depression can lead to other health problems th… Read More
Giving gifts is one of the best parts of the holiday season. But it is not always easy to know what presents will be preferred.
While everyone is unique there are some items that will go far… Read More
Recent studies have shown that over 40 per cent of seniors own a mobile phone. With digital devices become more prevalent among older Canadians so too are apps.
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One of the least discussed aspects of caregiving is the financial responsibility it brings.
Financial caregiving can refer to either the amount of money that a caregiver contributes to the w… Read More
The BC-based Canadian Centre for Elder Law is an organization that looks at the various ways the law affects the lives of seniors. SeniorsZen recently had an opportunity to talk to the execu… Read More
The BC-based Canadian Centre for Elder Law is an organization that looks at the various ways the law affects the lives of seniors. SeniorsZen recently had an opportunity to talk to the execu… Read More
Over the last few years, economists have been alarmed at the growing rate of debt among Canadian seniors.
More and more people are hitting 65-years of age and still carrying a mortgage or ca… Read More
Western University professor and researcher Carri Hand has discovered some thought-provoking ways that seniors shape their neighbourhoods.
SeniorsZen was able to catch up with her and… Read More
Please enjoy one of the top infographics submitted for 2017 SeniorsZen Scholarship Award by Gian Carlo Alix, “Canadian Senior Living”:
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An in-depth survey into the satisfaction of seniors with their care homes in British Columbia has shown over half of seniors consider the homes very good or excellent.
The survey, which was… Read More
Sometimes family just can’t get away to celebrate the holidays with you but that doesn’t mean you need to be down on Thanksgiving weekend.
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October 1 is the UN International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP). A day that encourages communities to celebrate the contributions seniors make to society.
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The Hon. Sharon Carstairs has politics in her blood. Her father was MLA for Halifax and later became the premier of Nova Scotia. Among other accolades, Sharon followed her father&rsquo&hell…Read More
As we age it is important not to neglect our teeth as oral health can have a big impact on our overall health and vice versa.
However, the way in which you care for your teeth may need to ch… Read More
Please enjoy reading one of the top essays submitted for 2017 SeniorsZen Scholarship Award by Jennifer Jorgensen, “Changing Aging”:
Changing Aging
As a society obse… Read More
Having a driver’s license is something that many Canadians take for granted. Yet it is a huge part of maintaining independence for people.
However, as we age our bodies tend to change… Read More
Caregivers often work long hours with little pay and a big need for a break. Unlike exhaustion or tiredness, which can be fixed through more sleep or a better routine, caregiver burnout is m… Read More
Life-long volunteer Joan Berndt has earned a reputation as a giver to her community. She has been a recipient of the Ontario Senior Achievement Awards and the Caring Canadian Award from the… Read More
Life-long volunteer Joan Berndt has earned a reputation as a giver to her community. She has been a recipient of the Ontario Senior Achievement Awards and the Caring Canadian Award from the… Read More
Citizens and governments need to prepare now for retirement with solid savings and good policies, according to a recent retirement report.
With over 600 million people that are 65 years and… Read More
Please enjoy reading one of the top essays submitted for 2017 SeniorsZen Scholarship Award by Nicole Kokolski, “My Unspoken Thoughts”:
My Unspoken Thoughts
I’m scare… Read More
Despite common perceptions that older adults have little know-how or interest in modern technologies like smartphones, tablets or the internet, a recent study shows that many are becoming co… Read More
The truth is that everyone has a story to tell. Whether you want to share it with the world or just your family writing a memoir is a worthwhile way to do that.
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Vancouver native Lorne Main earned a Masters title at Monte Carol in 1954 and was ranked among the top five players in Canada between 1949 and 1958. He holds a world record with 12 singles a… Read More
Many things change as we get older including our hair but it doesn’t have to be a hassle. There are some ways to go with the flow when it comes to your hair, according to Inspired Seni… Read More
Please enjoy reading one of the top essays submitted for 2017 SeniorsZen Scholarship Award by Samuel Jeffery Kirwin, “The Importance of Facilitating the Cohabitation of Spouses in… Read More
Camping is one of the most beloved past times in Canada and there are so many lovely parks and sites to explore. It may not always be easy to get close to nature as we get older but that is… Read More
Our country will be celebrating it’s 150th anniversary this weekend and we wanted to take a look back and see how we got to where we are. Here is a brief look at the last 150 years and… Read More
There is a new website that aims to help older Canadians recognize online scams so they can protect themselves - and their money - from fraudsters.
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Please enjoy reading one of the top essays submitted for 2017 SeniorsZen Scholarship Award by Stacie Hurst, “One Less Thing to Be Afraid Of”:
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Please enjoy reading one of the top essays submitted for 2017 SeniorsZen Scholarship Award by Asli Mohamed, “The Joys of Growing Old”:
The Joys of Growing Old
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“Mom’s 82, loves her home and is deeply attached to it” – says Sarah Lowry, eldest daughter of Betty Lowry. For some people, moving to a retirement community is… Read More
For those ladies like me who love makeup, we know that a bad job can ruin our appearance. And if for ever skin shade and type there is a best choice of makeup, it is no different when it com… Read More
March 20th is the World Oral Health Day, a date celebrated worldwide to raise awareness of the importance of good oral health and its significance in maintaining general health and… Read More
Some days ago, amongst many quotes I come across in the social media, one caught my attention in particular: “When you don't dress like everybody else, you don't have to think like eve… Read More
On April 4th, it’s the Family Caregiver Day in Canada. SeniorsZen interviewed caregiving activist and writer Donna Thomson. Donna shared her experience and the precious informatio… Read More
This was an extraordinary year - we received over 150 submissions and the decision to select the winner did not come easy as there were so many outstanding essays and infographics on topics… Read More
Have you heard of a fidget quilt? If you take care of a person with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, you certainly want to know it. It’s easy to make or purchase and both, you and… Read More
SeniorsZen invites you to know The Revera and Reel Youth Age is More Film Project. It’s a great initiative against ageism and we had the honor of interviewing Jean Begg, one of th… Read More
When is the best time to embrace retirement living? When is it time to accept help? Is it ever too late to make a lifestyle change?
You’d need a crystal ball to answer these questions… Read More
Halloween is here and along with scary movies on TV, spooky decorations, candies and costumes, come pumpkins!!! Anywhere you look you see that big-orange-yummy vegetable. If eating heal… Read More
On the top of a mountain ridge and blending in with the surrounding nature is Jikka, a Retirement Home designed by renowned Tokyo architect Issei Suma, that transcends our imagination. In Su… Read More
Some people may think that imbalance and dizziness are inevitable consequences of aging. The good news is: with correct diagnosis, many of the causes that affect balance and originates dizzi… Read More
The alarming fact that 1 in 4 people worldwide die of conditions caused by thrombosis, commonly known as blood clots, makes it urgent for us to get informed about the causes, risk factors, s… Read More
Have you ever heard of the biting midge? No? How about no-see-ums? I have, though I really, really wish that I had not. You may or may not know that Henry Ford and Thomas Edison were gr… Read More
CBC News presented the story of 94-year-old Peggy Ellison, a resident of Tottenham, ON that, after 70 years of driving, got her driver’s license suspended. Her mistake: she was driving… Read More
In his book, Musicophilia [1], the Neurologist Dr. Oliver Sacks discusses the power of music in people with dementia. The response to music is, particularly, preserved, even in the most… Read More
Pat M. Irwin helps us to understand the stages of grief one may go through when a family member develops dementia, discussing how to better cope with such a sensitive situatio… Read More
If moving to another home can be challenging for most people, it becomes especially difficult for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementia conditions. Changing homes means an impact… Read More
If moving to another home can be challenging for most people, it becomes especially difficult for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementia conditions. Changing homes means an impact… Read More
SeniorsZen would like to wish good luck to Team Canada sharing the inspiring story of Canadian Swimmer Alex Baumann, who overcame an injury and two tragedies and won 2 Gold Medals in 1984 an… Read More
You know those plans and desires you nurture when you are younger and then, for many reasons, time goes by you never get to them, until it becomes too late to implement them? Well, getting a… Read More
July 24th is the International Self-care Awareness Day and SeniorsZen brings practical and easy to implement tips that will help you in achieving those year-end resolutions that are the hard… Read More
Recommendations for elders and caregivers to reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses
We all know that hot weather can be dangerous. For older adults, the risk increases significantly for a… Read More
"Well, family is that way. I have a wonderful daughter, I love her like crazy, but when she comes to see me, she almost starts to treat me like if I am a kid. She's doing it from her heart… Read More
Old people do not think clearly, cannot learn new things, do not enjoy sex, contribute to my community, nor have responsible jobs. They cannot drive, are in poor health and need help in gett… Read More
Mother of three children, 78 years old Sarah Peters was a healthy and active widow, until the day she accidentally fell at home while taking a shower. A broken leg was just the beginning of… Read More
Hi, I am Eveline Pinto from SeniorsZen and today I would like to talk to you about reducing intergenerational conflicts, sharing a little story of my life with you! Together, we can mak… Read More
Please enjoy the final post in these series of top essays that where submitted for SeniorsZen 2016 Scholarship.
We are happy to announce that SeniorsZen is now accepting submmissions for 201… Read More
Please enjoy the final post in these series of top essays that where submitted for SeniorsZen 2016 Scholarship.
We are happy to announce that SeniorsZen is now accepting submmissions for 201… Read More
Please enjoy this essay submittion for SeniorsZen 2016 Scholarship by Tabatha Fairman:
GROWING OLD IN CANADA
Old people do not think clearly, cannot learn new things, do not enjoy sex, contr… Read More
SeniorsZen 2016 Scholarship submission by Mialynn Lee-Daigle:
Stigmatization and Mental Disorders in Seniors
Stigmatizing is a common human characteristic that is often subtle and pervasive… Read More
Type “adorable puppy” into Google or Bing or Yahoo or DuckDuckGo or, yes, even Dogpile. Or “cute kitten”. I dare you. Images of puppies that will make a wide grin spr… Read More
SeniorsZen received numerous submissions for 2016 Scholarship, and although there were many excellent entries, we could only choose one winner which we announced on March 2, 2016. In the com… Read More
I recently saw on an online article about a meeting in a building named the South Porcupine Legion in Timmons, Ontario. While I believe that any meeting held in a building named for a porcup… Read More
Close your eyes for a moment. Try to conjure up an 65-year old man or woman. Did you see a grinning human being who seems to be enjoying life, heading off to an art gallery or a gym or to ch… Read More
Nightmarish. Are you going to be a Canadian who files their taxes on the very last day possible– May 2nd, 2016? Imagine the tension that will creep up your spine – to settle deep… Read More
Statistics Canada, in 2012, told us that 792,000 Canadians who, because of aging, being ill or living with a disability, need support to live at home, are not receiving it – or are not… Read More
Osteoporosis is sometimes referred to as the “silent thief” as it causes your bones to become porous and brittle, and reduces their mass, but does not announce itself with obviou… Read More
Santa Claus has come and gone, squeezing himself down even the narrowest of chimneys, and New Year’s eve, with its sparking wines and splashy fireworks has faded away, leaving us to fa… Read More
There are Canadians who have long completed their Christmas shopping, who have neat stacks of beautifully wrapped gifts tucked under a decorated tree as I type this sentence, on December 16t… Read More
I was surprised when I read this statistic in an article on debt in Canada from CBC News: The typical Canadian senior, defined as being at least 65 years of age, held almost $15,000 in debt… Read More