For most of her life she was a letter writer. Proper letters, in envelopes, with stamps. She understood instinctively what so many people miss, that staying connected to the people you love across distance takes deliberate effort, and that effort is always worth making. Her letters went out regularly to family and friends scattered across … Read more
The Heat is On: Lessons from the 2021 Heat Dome With summer around the corner, many of us are looking forward to the sunshine. However, the recent anniversary of the 2021 B.C. heat wave serves as a sobering reminder of how dangerous extreme heat can be—especially for seniors living alone. The tragedy of 2021 revealed … Read more
When it comes to technology designed to help us “age in place,” there has always been a trade-off: safety versus privacy. For a long time, if you wanted a fall-detection system, you either had to wear a bulky pendant or install cameras that made you feel like you were living in a reality TV show. … Read more
Kitchen Safety After 60 Hi there! Welcome back to our Monday series, The Food & Memory Connection. Last week, we talked about eating well on a fixed income. Today, we’re addressing something that doesn’t get discussed enough: kitchen safety as we age. Because the kitchen—the heart of the home, where we’ve cooked thousands of meals—can … Read more
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