Are Guide Dogs A Fit For Seniors?

April 21, 2016

Pets & Animals

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Are Guide Dogs A Fit For Seniors?

With an aging baby boomer population either already in or approaching their senior years, accompanying age-related increases in vision and other mobility problems will be on the rise. For years,…

April 16, 2016

Technology & Learning

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Technology for Seniors: eBay

eBay article source: What is eBay? And How Does It Work? by TechBoomers.com One of the major things that the Internet has made easier is the conducting of commercial transactions. …

March 30, 2016

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Washroom Usage for Injured and Older Adults

This video from the team at Entwistle Power Occupational Therapy discusses ways to make your washroom more accessible for people that are disabled or injured, older adults, and seniors. If…

March 29, 2016

Volunteer & Work

Volunteering at Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hamilton and Burlington does not currently have enough volunteers to match with local children in need of a mentor. Looking for a senior volunteering opportunity…

March 28, 2016

Technology & Learning

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Technology for Seniors: Instagram

Instagram article source: What is Instagram and How Does it Work? by TechBoomers.com What is Instagram and How Does it Work? Have you ever created a photo album, or wanted…

March 18, 2016

Technology & Learning

Skype article source: What is Skype? by TechBoomers.com Staying in touch with friends and family (children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren) who live a significant distance away used to be a challenging…

January 18, 2016

Holidays & Seasonal

Happy Martin Luther King Day

"I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by…

January 15, 2016

Pets & Animals

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Best Dogs for Seniors

Everyone has their favorite type of pet and especially when it comes to dogs, a favorite breed. Personal preferences and individual dog temperaments aside, the type of dog that is…

January 6, 2016

Aging in Place

The team at Entwistle Power Occupational Therapy and Claire Hurd bring us some important things to consider about your home as you age. If you are an “empty nester” you…

December 23, 2015

Traditional Christmas Foods for Baby Boomers & Seniors

For North American baby boomers and senior citizens looking forward to a holiday meal with friends and family over the next couple of weeks, there are likely going to be…