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June 29, 2012

Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
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Summer has arrived. While this is a time of outdoor activities and warm days, it is also an occasion for potentially dangerous and immobilizing health concerns. Older adults are at risk for a number of health problems

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, including dehydration, heat stress, heat stroke, and food-borne illness.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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says that around 300 people in the US die each year from overexposure to the sun. This happens when one’s body is unable to adjust to the high temperature, leading the body’s cooling mechanism to shut down. This problem is especially prevalent among older adults whose bodies are not as efficient as the younger ones.

Here are some ways for older adults to protect themselves against the summer heat, without sacrificing all the fun planned out for the summer:

1. Schedule outdoor activities either early in the day or much later in the evening. Do not forget to check the temperature before heading outdoors.

2. If you must leave at the peak of the day’s heat, remember not to overexert yourself and rest periodically. Also, wear clothing that is lightweight and light-colored. Protect the head with a wide-brimmed hat that covers much of the face.

3. Wear sunglasses that have 99% UV light absorption or those that darken when exposed to light. These are important for one’s mobility while walking outdoors. Also, as one ages, the eyes become more sensitive to light and changes in temperature. Without protection for the eyes, older adults may develop cataracts.

4. Sunscreen and lipbalm ought to be in every senior’s bag. Sunscreen lotion must have broad-spectrum protection and SPF 15 or higher. Lipbalm also ought to be at least SPF 15.

5. Keep the home cool by closing the drapes on sunny day. Have a fan to circulate the air around the house and use air conditioning to dehumidify the room.

6. Having a barrier free

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home makes it easier and more enjoyable to spend time indoors in the hot weather.

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April 11, 2012

North York Senior Games Kick Off
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North York Senior Games Logo. Image Credit: North York Senior Games.

Don’t let age get in the way of your pursuit of mobility! In fact, as early as now, older adults, retirees and seniors are gearing up for the North York Senior Games in Toronto, ON.

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The North York Senior Games started as early as 30 years ago. North York was also the first district to become part of the Ontario Seniors Game Association in 1982. The games are meant to be fun and participative, with players competing on an amateur level. This is a great opportunity not only to get fit and reach your goals for mobility, but also a way to socialize and interact with other older adults.

Last year, around 500 seniors participated in the event, making it one of the biggest in the games’ 30-year history.

Qualifications for participants

Permanent residents of the North York district or those who have affiliations with sports clubs or recreations clubs in the district may sign up for the games. Another qualification is that a participant must be at least 55 years old by December 31, 2012. Also, only amateurs are allowed to participate in the events, thus excluding masters and professionals.

There will be a total of 19 competitive sports games, spread throughout the months of April, May and June. These games will be held in various venues within the district. The 2012 edition will kick off this April 11.

List of games

Registration is required for certain games, such as: badminton, bid euchre, cribbage, carpet bowling, cribbage, golf, table tennis, lawn bowling, and tennis. Registration with the appropriate event convenor is all that’s required.

Games for the North York Senior Games include bocce, tennis, euchre, darts, cribbage, scrabble, badminton, table tennis, bid euchre, swimming, pickleball, duplicate bridge, bowling, contract bridge, chess, golf, and lawn bowling.

The games will run through April 11, 14, 15, 17 20, 21, 25 and May 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 15, 22 and June 4, 2012.

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March 20, 2012

Driving Tips for Older Adults
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It is a fact that there have never been more older adults above 65 who are driving on the road. Because the Baby Boom Generation is now well on its way to their 60s, there will be even more older adult drivers

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in a few years.

A recent report entitled “Keeping Baby Boomers Mobile: Preserving Mobility and Safety for Older Americans

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” by the Transportation Research Board
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showed that despite the overall decline in motorist accidents, older adults who drive still face the risk of traffic fatalities. In fact, in 2010, 5,750 motor accidents involved at least one driver over 65 as the casualty.

By 2025, the report states that 1 in 5 drivers will be over 65. It goes without saying that mobility for older adults when driving has never been more important. Mobility of older adults is essential when it comes to preventing motorist accidents.

In fact, older adult drivers themselves have some important suggestions in mind to help fellow drivers their age be extra safe on the road:

Keep yourself in good health.

While it is important to be in good health not just for the sake of driving but for overall health and wellness, it is still necessary to keep in mind that older adults should never drive on a day when they are not feeling well.

Ask your doctor about your medications.

Certain medications have side effects such as blurry sight, dizziness and lack of focus. These do not sit well with driving at all. You may have a difficulty pointing out which medication cause certain reactions, so it is best to go to your doctor for guidance.

Do not let pride get in the way.

Instead of refusing your daughter from driving to your destination, you let her take the wheel on days when you are not well. Also, if you’re not in as good a health as before, you should let your pride take the backseat for the sake of your health, and tone down on the driving.

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March 6, 2012

The Signs of Age-friendly Cities in Canada
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Pedestrian Crossing Sign. Image Source: Walk for the Shelters.

Canada is quickly becoming a population dominated by older adults. According to reports

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and recent statistics, by 2027, Canada’s Greater Toronto Area will home to 1.4 million older adults—a rapid 76% increase from the projected 2012 population. This means the importance of age-friendly cities
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has never been more important.

With this, Canada’s policy is making a shift towards laws and developments that are age-friendly and accessible to senior citizens. The urban design of most cities is starting to undergo changes that will ultimately make it helpful and easier for older adults to live in. The following are landmarks of an age-friendly city, which essentially means that it addresses mobility issues of older adults:

1. Pavements must be non-slip. They must also be wide enough that wheelchairs can easily fit in. To make the maneuvering of wheelchairs easy, there must also be dropped curbs to the road level.

2. There must be a sufficient number of pedestrian crossings, with the important markings, signboards, and stoplights. There must also be traffic enforcers that are hands-on in their job of facilitating older adults who may have troubled crossing the road.

3. When getting in and out of buildings, there must be accessible elevators, railings, ramps, non-slip floors, seating and toilers important for older people.

4. Convenient and accessible locations of public places, especially events and activities where older adults can participate in are another highlight of age-friendly cities.

5. The public transportation modes are important for older adults who are fully independent and are not planning to bring their vehicles to their destinations.

6. The availability of home modification options, like those offered by Barrier Free

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October 26, 2011

Online Games and Socializing Can Lead to Graceful Aging
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The popular online networking site Facebook. Image Credit: Facebook.com

A recent study

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entitled “The Fun Culture in Seniors’ Online Communities” from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev’s Center for Multidisciplinary Research in Aging in Israel shows that even seniors
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love playing online games, online chatting, and having fun through the Internet.

The study by gerontologist professor Galit Nimrod looked at the connection between successful aging among seniors and Internet use. The research shows that “online fun” is the predominant activity of seniors when conducting online activities.

The research initially recognized the importance of physical activity, mental exertion, and socialization in successful aging. With these essential elements, Nimrod’s research aimed to identify the relevance of the Internet and online senior communities to socialization and mental activity of seniors.

Although “serious leisure” (such as volunteering or participating in community activities) remains as one of the most rewarding activities for the elderly, “casual leisure” activities are just as important and are in fact even more predominant among retirees. Examples of casual leisure activities include chatting and playing online games.

The study was conducted 50,000 posts from among six leading senior online communities. The posts were of an interesting variety of topics, such as cognitive, creative, and social online games. Jokes and anecdotes also turned up in the posts. In terms of interaction, seniors talked about a range of topics, such as politics, faith, sex, gender differences, aging, and even alcohol.

In terms of participation, most retirees took part in these activities on weekday afternoons. On weekends and other times of the day, their participation was not as frequent, probably because they take part in other social interactions and activities.

As for the level of participation, there are “regulars”, “occasional participants”, and “lurkers” among communities. Regulars are primarily those who engage in conversations, while “occasional participants” taken participant every so often.

And the result of engaging in online fun? According to the research, their involvement in online games among other online activities, leads to mental fitness, improved self-confidence, and a feeling of success. And more independence usually leads to better mobility

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October 20, 2011

3 Causes of Falls You Should Watch Out For
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Caution on stairs. Image Source: Stairssafety.com.au

We’ve talked about how senior citizens are more prone to experiencing falls

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that can lead to mobility
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issues and debilitating injury. Although regular checkups, balance training sessions and a balanced diet are essential to preventing such falls from occurring, falls may nonetheless occur in spite of such precautions.

In fact, there are three major causes of falls

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that many people often take for granted. Because of the failure to take note of these causes, many preventable accidents have already taken place.

Cause #1: Shoes

Before leaving the house, checking to make sure that the shoe laces are tried properly is important. The sole of the shoes is another important concern: they must be of rough material, so as to have better traction while walking. Adding traction strips to the soles can easily be done by a shoe repairman, in order to make the shoes safe for walking.

Cause #2: Pets

Pets are certainly man’s best friend, but not if they can cause accidents to the elderly. Pet dogs and cats can get in the walking path of the elderly, causing the latter to trip over. Also, since pets of the elderly are usually quite old themselves, they may be a bit sluggish and slow, which means that the elderly will have to adjust to their pace and increase the likelihood of falls.

Making sure that the pets are kept under careful watch is a good way of preventing falls from happening. Another solution is to place the pets at a certain distance from older adults whenever they cannot be properly watched for.

Cause #3: Drugs and Medications

Taking drugs and sedatives often causes balance problems that can lead to an increased risk of falls. Depressants, sedatives, and benzodiazepines are usually factors that can lead to disorientation. Taking drugs simultaneously is another risk factor for falls.

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August 15, 2011

Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario
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Older Adults Centres Association of Ontario banner. Image Credit: OACAO.

The Older Adult Centres’ Association

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of Ontario is an invaluable resource for older adults that provides awareness about the programs and services that are available to seniors within their communities.  OACAO also educates members of the community about tax benefits and entitlements, spreads knowledge about healthy aging
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and active living, as well as commemorate the achievements of local senior citizens.

OACAO works in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Health Promotion to fund OACAO member centres, plan and implement community events, workshops, seminars and fairs.

OACAO fairs/shows usually showcase local retirement homes/communities, craft programs targeted to seniors, specialty health services, house cleaning and home repair services, nursing, healthy active living and nutrition programs, vacation destinations and assisted living devices

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The Ontario Seniors’ Secretariat also sponsors a variety of seminars on a diverse set of topics, including: Advanced Care Planning, Frauds and Scams, Drive Wise, Safe Medications , the Seniors Guide, Fall Prevention, Out of Province/Country Medical Insurance, Genealogy, Nutrition/Healthy Eating and community involvement.

Possible presenters include representatives from the Older Persons Mental Health & Addictions Network and the Ontario Partnership on Aging and Developmental Disabilities.

OACAO is always interested in recruiting new volunteers.  Those interested in getting involved are invited to visit the website’s Membership Directory

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to locate the nearest centre.  Interested parties are encouraged to call these centres directly to inquire about volunteer positions.

Volunteers are also welcome at the regional level.  It is possible to get involved with Regional Councils, which provides an opportunity to network with members of the community. Regional Council volunteers typically help plan workshops and events, allowing the volunteer to develop personal and professional skills.

Paid positions for OACAO come in the form of working for one of OACAO’s Standing Committees, which provides an opportunity to work with other committee members across the province.

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July 27, 2011

Healthy Eating for Older Adults
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Healthy Food Choices. Image Credit: Concious Communities.

Growing older is a lifestyle adjustment.  Here at Barrier Free Architecturals

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, we can help you improve your mobility and regain your independence via our innovative and accessible products including walk-in bathtubs, handicap showers for ADA bathrooms, and accessories for accessible bathrooms. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities, both at home and at work.

One of our goals in establishing this blog is to create a lifestyle resource for older adults.  In keeping with that theme we would like to spend some time talking about nutrition and healthy eating for senior citizens.

The Government of Alberta has set up an excellent website called Healthy Alberta.

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  It’s a complete guide to healthy living, with extensive information on nutrition.

Important topics include:

According to Healthy Alberta, Canadians are living longer than ever before.  The website says that by 2021, an estimated “6.9 million Canadians will be over 65.” While good nutrition is important at any age, it is particularly important in older adults.

What many people fail to realize is that the nutritional needs of seniors are different from that of younger adults.  Generally, an older man or woman does not require as many calories per day but does require the same amount of vitamins, minerals and nutrients.  In order to achieve this nutritional balance, seniors must:

  • Opt from smaller or reduced portions of foods from the four food groups (meats, dairy, grains and vegetables) while consulting with Canada’s Food Guide;
  • Limit foods that contain few nutrients, are overly processed or loaded with saturated fats, and provide unnecessary calories;
  • Drink adequate amounts of water (this is very important as older adults are more susceptible to becoming dehydrated); and
  •  Take a daily vitamin D supplement.

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