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Common Scams Against Seniors in BC
Financial abuse of elders and seniors is a very common problem. Senior fraud has been called the crime of the 21st century. Elderly people are more vulnerable to financial crimes, as their unfamiliarity with technology [...]
BC Seniors’ Week 2023: Giving a Voice to the Vulnerable
The following article was written by the Lynn Valley Care Team and also published in the Lonsdale Avenue Magazine in 2022, to spread awareness regarding this important week. In October 2002, the Government of British [...]
What it’s Like to Work in a Care Centre
Working in a care centre is a challenging, demanding, but gratifying career. Every day there is something new, and the care staff experience so many things. Care centre staff work hard and do well to [...]
Having a Senior Moment vs Signs of Dementia or Alzheimer’s
You may have heard the phrase “senior moment,” which is a polite way of saying an older person had a moment of forgetfulness or confusion attributed to advanced age. However, these slight lapses can happen [...]
5 Ways to Help a Senior Move into a Long-Term Care Facility
Transitioning a loved one to a long-term care facility comes with many concerns and challenges. You want them to be as happy as possible, from the things that they consume, to the staff taking care [...]
What is Personal Care for Seniors?
There is a range of personal care for seniors available in Canada, but we are often asked what actually qualifies as a personal care service for seniors. Short-Term Personal Care for Seniors Short-term personal care [...]