Archive for March 19th, 2007

‘Intelligent’ homes designed to help the elderly

Posted: Monday, March 19th, 2007 @ 9:24 pm in Dealing with Alzheimers, Senior Resources, Senior Care, Senior Living | No Comments »

CTV.ca News Staff
Scientists in Toronto say they are developing artificially intelligent computer systems to help elderly people suffering from memory loss stay safely in their own homes.
“Often when a person gets moderate to severe levels of impairment, they are taken out of their home and put into a care facility,” says lead scientist Dr. Alex […]

How to Protect Yourself Against Criminals and Con Artists

Posted: Monday, March 19th, 2007 @ 9:01 pm in Senior Living | No Comments »

Criminals and con artists are always actively looking for ways to take advantage of people. Seniors, especially those advanced in age, are particularly vulnerable. Keep yourself and your money safe by asking questions and staying informed.
Be aware of these common scams …
* “Grand Prize Winner”: If you have to send money, call a long distance […]

Older Drivers Need to Stay Alert, Drive Safely

Posted: Monday, March 19th, 2007 @ 6:12 pm in Senior Travel, Senior Living | No Comments »

If you’re age 75 or older and driving, it may be time to brush up on your skills. Seniors over age 75 have the highest accident death rate of any age group. In Ontario, Canada those age 70 or older must now take a vision and road test if they are involved in a car […]

Lean On Me: Help For Frail Seniors

Posted: Monday, March 19th, 2007 @ 5:24 pm in Senior Care, Senior Living | No Comments »

Caregivers in London, Canada will soon have a new source of relief. A unique program is training volunteers to help frail seniors participate in community recreation and leisure activities. Called Lean on Me, the program is a collaborative community partnership involving Horton Street Senior Centre and Third Age Outreach. It’s designed to give volunteers the […]

Will That Be Coffee, Tea or a Serving of Humor?

Posted: Monday, March 19th, 2007 @ 4:42 pm in Senior Travel, Senior Living | No Comments »

On most commercial flights, flight attendants rattle off their safety announcements and stick to an official script. As a result most passengers continue to read their magazines or simply ignore the vital flight information. WestJet, an aggressive airline based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has a reputation for giving its passengers more than efficient, comfortable air […]