New U.S. research has found more evidence to suggest that feeling lonely may be a risk factor for dementia. Carried out by researchers at Florida State University College of Medicine, the new study asked 12,030 participants, aged 50 and over, to report on their loneliness and social isolation. The researchers assessed the participants’ cognitive status…
SPEAK UP Speak Up Campaign Speak Up Ontario, a partnership between Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) and the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA), began in February 2012. The Ontario Speak Up Campaign is coordinated by Hospice Palliative Care Ontario and provides education and Ontario- based tools and resources that comply with Ontario laws. About…
By Travis Bradberry 1. They slow down to appreciate life’s little pleasures. By nature, we fall into routines. In some ways, this is a good thing. It saves precious brainpower and creates comfort. However, sometimes you get so caught up in your routine that you fail to appreciate the little things in life. Happy people…
Hello and welcome to Home Star. Transitional Care for Your Loved One. Peace of Mind for You. After a hospitalization or surgery, home care may be needed on a temporary or long term basis.Home Star (In-Home Health Care ) regularly works with hospitals, assisted living, long term care facilities and rehabilitation centers to coordinate safe and seamless transitions…
Cancer diagnosis in aging patients presents unique problems. Senior Care, Caregivers. HomeCare London, Woodstock, Ingersoll and surrounding areas. By DR. CRAIG EARLE University of Toronto Mon., Nov. 26, 2018 Last week I saw a patient recently diagnosed with cancer who is also managing the challenges of early-stage dementia. Her cancer is curable with chemotherapy and radiation, so…
Respite Care in London, Woodstock, Ingersoll and surrounding areas. Home Star (In-Home Health Care) Respite care is meant for caregivers and family members who are strained because of responsibility or need some time to attend to other issues in life. Respite care breaks the monotony, both for elders and the caregiver Advantages of Respite Care…
