Any of us can fall at any time. But, it’s clear that, as we age, our susceptibility to falling increases. In our younger years, we can often regain our balance after slipping or, at the very least, break our falls with our hands. Seniors, however, often battle with limited strength and mobility. For them, slips […]
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We’re now less than two weeks away from the official start of the fall season. The temperatures in the Greater Toronto Area may still hover around summer-like numbers for a little while longer – but there’s no stopping the chillier days from coming. We’ve already experienced a couple of them this week! So, it goes
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Walkers and rollators make it so that individuals with mobility issues don’t just stay steady on their feet, but have the ability to walk from one spot to the next independently. Let it be known, however, that practicing walker safety is a must. Using a walker doesn’t automatically prevent falls. But they greatly help if
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Our vision is vitally important to our overall health and safety. Naturally, those with vision impairments take precautions to get around safely. Everything from glasses to walking sticks can be utilized to ensure that nothing is bumped into and that no slips and falls occur. Unfortunately, slips and falls are inevitable. And they happen far
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With August beginning today, many Canadians are already dreading the end of summer. Throughout our nation, the warmest and sunniest of seasons is generally considered to be too short. Even though families all across Canada will be preparing for the back-to-school season by the end of the month, we’re here to remind you that there’s
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It’s no secret that, as we age, we tend to experience diminished strength and balance. As a result, many seniors take advantage of walking aids such as canes and walkers in order to help them keep upright. It simply cannot be underestimated just how much the risk of slips and falls is a major health
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Here, in the City of Toronto, where LifeCare Mobility Solutions is headquartered, we are enjoying bright and sunny summer weather with temperatures hitting north of the 30 degree Celcius mark. Some may describe it as wonderful, while others may consider the hot temperatures to be too much to bear. In fact, we are currently under
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For the many Canadians who live with their elderly loved ones, making their homes as injury-proof as possible is a top priority. It goes without saying that seniors are more susceptible to falling down and hurting themselves than their younger family members. Tasks that may appear simple and mundane to the rest of us can
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Here, in the City of Toronto, where LifeCare Mobility Solutions is headquartered, the weather is finally keeping up with the time of year. At last, we’re experiencing warm temperatures and sunny days that practically insist that we all spend more time outside. For the most part, Torontonians – like most Canadians – absolutely love the
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At LifeCare Mobility Solutions, we’re obviously big proponents for senior safety. Knowing that with advanced ages often come losses of strength and mobility, we make it our mission to offer mobility solutions to elderly individuals who are battling with mobility issues. Among our many solutions are walkers and rollators. Providing much-needed assistance with walking, these
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