Category Archives: Elder Care

Love Giver

Posted on August 15, 2015 by Golden Wave Movement Canada

By Francine Van, Guest Contributor “Well te rusten,” was our nightly gesture, a Dutch phrase translating to “rest well,” and the only ritual practiced daily that brought peace to my inner world. Two years, two people, and two very different … Continue reading →

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Time Passing By

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Golden Wave Movement Canada

By Francine Van, Guest Contributor Two years have passed since my last blog at this site. I reflect and remember my exploration of my inner desires to find my creative purpose in this world with retirement fresh. I have made several … Continue reading →

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Art Therapy for seniors

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Golden Wave Movement Canada

Art is a powerful and effective form of communication that stimulates thoughts and emotions in the artist and also those viewing art works. It has proven to have tremendous benefits and has increasingly become a therapeutic method for enhancing health … Continue reading →

Posted in Alzheimer, Art Therapy, Dementia, Elder Care, Elders art therapy, Golden Years, Health Care, Long Term Care, Occupational therapy, Pensioners, Quality of life, Retirement hobbies, Seniors art therapy, Seniors demographic, Seniors' health, Social isolation | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Assisted Living for the Elderly

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Golden Wave Movement Canada

For many of us, if we live long enough, there comes a time when we need some kind of ‘assisted living’ accommodation and care. While there are a variety of services available for seniors, there are many people who do … Continue reading →

Posted in Baby boomers, Canada Health Care, Caregivers, Elder Care, Elder population, Elders, Golden wave, Long Term Care, Quality of life, Seniors demographic, Seniors' health, Statistics Canada | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Enjoying Golden Years … is it a Myth?

Posted on February 11, 2010 by Golden Wave Movement Canada

Seniors across Canada are facing many challenges in their ‘golden years’ mainly related to their inadequate pension incomes. These challenges are slowly gaining momentum not only due to the economic crisis but also because of the rapidly growing seniors population. … Continue reading →

Posted in Baby boomers, Canada Pension Plan, Cost of Living, Elder Care, Golden Years, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Health Care, Indexing pensions, Inflation, Long Term Care, Old Age Security, Pension Reform, Pensioners, Seniors demographic, Seniors fixed income | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments