We often hear that walking is one of the best exercises we can do as we age, but how do we get out walking in winter? Do you worry about slippery ice, or does the cold temperatures stop you from wanting to go outside? You aren't alone. I love going for walks and frequently do a 4km route near my ... » Learn More about Walking in Winter
Staying Healthy & Active
Sock-tober
Help me to help my friends over at Operation Friendship as they drive to collect over 10,000 socks for vulnerable Edmontonians! As the temperature begins to drop these vulnerable seniors will need warm, dry socks to battle off the cold days and nights. I first learned of Operation Friendship ... » Learn More about Sock-tober
Aging with Intention
A series of recent events made me think about aging with intention. I've always enjoyed business and self-development books, but a recent book and a family birthday party gave me a different perspective on the word "intention". I was reading a book called "Get Sh*t Done" by Jeffrey Gitomer - an ... » Learn More about Aging with Intention
Getting a Mobility Scooter? 4 Questions to Ask Before You Get One
A mobility scooter is often being sold as a great way to improve movement around a community. Although they can be great to use outside, there are some dangers to reliance on it. If your parents are wanting a scooter to use all the time to avoid walking, here is a couple reasons to talk them out of ... » Learn More about Getting a Mobility Scooter? 4 Questions to Ask Before You Get One
Myth Busting our Health Care System
I spend my day myth busting our health care system to my clients. Your parents may have pre-conceived ideas about the health system before I visit. They may have heard some horror stories from friends. They are often confused about how the health care system can help them. Your aging loved ones ... » Learn More about Myth Busting our Health Care System
5 Reasons to Embrace an Active Aging Lifestyle
Learning to embrace active aging includes being physically healthy, but it means so much more! It means planning, preparing and making choices on how you age. Aging actively is about your choices, your quality of life - just the way you want it! Active aging is the belief that a person can truly ... » Learn More about 5 Reasons to Embrace an Active Aging Lifestyle
5 Resolutions I Wish All Older Adults Would Make
I wish older adults could see what I see every day - and make these 5 resolutions this new year. These 5 simple behaviors, could truly change the outcome of their aging experience. Life is hard, and full of challenges. But it's the way you embrace life and embrace change - that is what separates ... » Learn More about 5 Resolutions I Wish All Older Adults Would Make
