Memory does change with age but it is not true that all memory declines with age. It depends on the memory type and the situation of the individual. The following are indications that further evaluation by a professional and attending…
Look for changes in behaviour that show neglect or difficulty completing basic tasks. Below are some warning signs, which may suggest that an elder needs professional care: Problems completing tasks involved in day-to-day living such as…
Defining the right time is difficult. The answer depends on each person’s unique needs and circumstances. Remember to always talk to the person’s doctor to determine when or if nursing home placement is appropriate. Here are some…
Update from Elder Caring, October 2026: This article dates from 2009. In 2017 the Canada Caregiver Credit replaced the caregiver amount described below, and the income limits and tax-return line numbers have changed since. The disability ta
When we were teenagers and our parents allowed us to take the car, they worried about us and didn’t go to sleep until they heard the garage door open and the front door close. Now, some 30, 40 or 50 years later, the tables have turned and…
