Category: Dementia Care

    Jun 29
    The incredible story of Unforgettable Ian

    In the new video titled Unforgettable Ian, Revera Living sets out to share Ian Doig’s incredible story of his life as a Canadian diplomat, a paratrooper in the Canadian military and also his journey of living with dementia. Highlighted throughout the video is how seniors care workers contribute to making residents’ lives meaningful, and how they […]

    Jun 28
    Your gut health changes as you age. Here is what you need to know.

    What is a digestive tract? The digestive tract is a set of organs that work together when you consume food and liquid to help you swallow, digest, and absorb nutrients and eliminate waste. A gastrointestinal (GI) condition occurs when the digestive system is not functioning as it should. Common GI conditions are diverticular disease, inflammatory […]

    Jan 07
    British Columbians speak up for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

    Canadians living with dementia are going public for a third consecutive year to change hearts and minds. They are courageously stepping forward with their personal stories in the Alzheimer Society’s nation-wide campaign, “I live with dementia. Let me help you understand.” as part of January’s Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. According to Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI), forty […]

    Aug 15
    What seniors’ living and wellness options are best for people living with dementia?

    According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, nine seniors are diagnosed with dementia every hour in Canada. While not all seniors will get dementia, the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia doubles every five years after the age of 65. The type of support a person who is living with dementia will need […]

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