Hi there. Welcome to Canadian Senior Moment. It’s December 23rd. Tomorrow is Christmas Eve. The day after that, Christmas. The countdown is nearly over. If you’re feeling a bit frantic right now, scrambling to finish everything, you’re not alone. But here’s what I want to suggest: stop for a moment. Take a breath. Let’s talk … Read more
Provincial Programs and Other Savings Hi there, Welcome back to “Your Canadian Senior Moment”! This is the next installment of our new series on overlooked benefits. We’ve covered federal programs and tax credits, and today we’re diving into a very important topic: the valuable benefits and savings available at the provincial and municipal level. From … Read more
Immune Health During Cold & Flu Season Hi there! Welcome back to Canadian Senior Moment. This week we’ve explored beating SAD and staying active indoors. Today, we’re wrapping up with something on everyone’s mind during Canadian winters: how to avoid getting sick—or recover faster if you do. Because let’s be honest: colds and flu hit … Read more
Staying Active Indoors (Exercises, Activities) Hi there! Welcome back to Canadian Senior Moment. Yesterday we talked about beating Seasonal Affective Disorder. Today, we’re addressing another winter challenge: staying physically active when it’s too cold, icy, or dark to safely go outside. Because here’s the reality: winter in Canada can keep you housebound for weeks at … Read more
When Food Doesn’t Taste Right Anymore Hi there! Welcome back to our Monday series, The Food & Memory Connection. Last week, we talked about cooking for one without giving up. Today, we’re addressing something many of you have mentioned but rarely gets discussed openly: what happens when food just doesn’t taste right anymore. Maybe your … Read more
When You Can’t Host Anymore (And That’s Okay) Hi there, and welcome back to Your Canadian Senior Moment! We’ve spent the past four installments talking about how to make holiday hosting more manageable—simplifying traditions, setting boundaries, creating new approaches, and mastering the practical details. But today, we need to talk about something harder: what happens … Read more
Taking Care of Yourself First (You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup) Here’s the uncomfortable truth about holiday hosting: You can simplify every tradition and set every boundary in the world, but if you’re running yourself ragged trying to make everyone else happy, you’re still going to crash. And when you crash, nobody wins. Not … Read more
Cognitive Fuel: The Diet That Powers Your Memory Hi there. Welcome back to our Monday series, The Food & Memory Connection! Last week, we talked about the emotional power of food—the recipes and smells that connect us to our past. Today, we’re focusing on the practical: the foods that fuel your future. The science is … Read more
Hi there, Welcome back to “Your Canadian Senior Moment”! Last week, we talked about the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), a valuable benefit many low-income seniors are missing out on. This week, we’re diving into an even bigger topic that’s on everyone’s mind: the Canadian Dental Care Plan, or CDCP. This is a significant new benefit … Read more
Hearing Aids: Where to Find Financial Assistance and Subsidies Hi there. Welcome back to “Your Canadian Senior Moment”! Yesterday, in Part 1, we explored the fantastic technology in modern hearing aids—from Bluetooth streaming to automatic noise filtering. Today, in Part 2, we tackle the most common barrier: cost. The good news is that there are … Read more
New Hearing Aids: Technology That Connects to Your World Hi there. Welcome back to “Your Canadian Senior Moment”! If you or a loved one are delaying looking into hearing aids, you might be surprised by how discreet, powerful, and connected modern devices have become. They are no longer the bulky, whistling devices of the past; … Read more
Hi there. Welcome to our brand new Monday series: The Food and Memory Connection! We’re kicking off this long-running feature by diving into the heart of our emotional history: the kitchen. Food does more than just nourish us; it’s a powerful emotional tool. For many of us, the simplest memory—the smell of Grandmother’s molasses cookies … Read more
Hi there, and welcome back to Canadian Senior Moment! We’ve reached the final instalment of our “Navigating the Healthcare Maze” series. In Part 1, we explored what provincial healthcare actually covers. In Part 2, we learned how to make the most of those rushed doctor appointments. Today, we’re tackling something nobody wants to think about … Read more
Getting the Most From Doctor Visits Hi there, and welcome back to Canadian Senior Moment! Yesterday, we talked about the gaps in provincial healthcare coverage—what you’re actually covered for and what surprises might be lurking. Today, we’re tackling something just as important: how to make the most of the precious few minutes you get with … Read more