Can we do anything to improve the lives of care home residents?
We need to start addressing the needs of Canada's growing senior population
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COVID-19 restrictions may be harder in assisted living than in long-term care
U of A nursing researcher’s new study seeks input from family members and facilities to understand impact, plan for next pandemic
The problem with kindness – and its vast potential
Once we decide to be kind, we find ourselves experiencing belonging. This is what caregivers, paid or unpaid, can teach the rest of society
Caregiving can last for decades, new research shows
Understanding different lifetime patterns of caregiving can inform supportive policies to help people cope, say U of A researchers
Combating the over-medication of seniors
Seniors are particularly vulnerable to the effects of too many prescriptions
Put end-of-life wishes at the top of your to-do list
People who have conversations about their end-of-life preferences are much more likely to be satisfied with the care received
Break the awkward silence about end-of-life decisions
Why you should start talking early to your family and friends about your wishes, and some tools to help you get the conversation started
