Links to Other Resources
Below are links to a variety of elder care related resources for seniors that make it easy for you to get the information you need.
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Alzheimer’s Society of Canada Here you’ll find information on the Alzheimer Society, the disease, care, research, news, events and more.
Arthritis Society Helpful information for people living with Arthritis. Information on diagnosis, treatment and programs
Asbestos.com Here you’ll find important information on mesotheliom. Due to the long latency period of mesothelioma, approximately 20-50 years, most people who are diagnosed with the disease are seniors, about 75 percent.
Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA) An updated directory of palliative care and hospice services. This site is a bit slow to load but is clear and well organized. Links to the individual care and hospice sites as well.
Caring for Clients Rona Birenbaum and Clifford Boland assist clients through all levels of life planning including cash flow management, retirement/lifestyle planning, estate planning and administration, investment management, smart borrowing, business start-up and business succession planning.
Facebook page for Eldercare Home Health Comments on current events and newspaper articles about seniors and elder care issues. A must read.
Dr. Gary Fortinsky, Dentist General Family Practice with a Holistic Approach to Dental Treatment and Oral Care. Amalgam Free Practice. Utilizing Homeopathy, Craniosacral Therapy and Acupuncture to Complement Dental Treatment.
Health Canada Health Canada is the Federal department responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health. You’ll find advisories and warnings as well as information on product recalls, drug shortages etc.
Health Canada Seniors and Aging Information about preventing falls in and around your home.
Heart and Stroke Foundation Lots of information on stoke prevention, reducing the risk of stroke when flying etc.
I Promise The I Promise program for parents with teen drivers.
influenza.cpha.ca Site for information on flu shots.
Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada
Multiple Sclerosis Resources Information on existing and developing services for people with MS in the Greater Toronto Area
Ontario Made From food and beverages to health and medical supplies, a directory of products manufactured in Ontario Canada, designed to help Ontarians make informed buying choices.
Ontario Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse This site has experienced some downtime recently.
Osteoporosis Society of Canada Information on the challenges facing seniors with osteoporosis and how to deal with them. Including details on diagnosis, lifestyle changes, drug therapies etc.
Parkinson Canada An excellent resource for all issues related to Parkinson disease. Also, events:
Pure Fitness Pure fitness now has two fabulous locations – Leaside at 939 Eglinton Avenue East and their newest location now open at 1 York street. Quality clubs with a full range of facilities and classes from spinning to hot yoga. Certified Personal trainers are available to help guide you and motivate you to reach your desired goals.
Silvert’s Clothing Silvert’s Clothing meets the special needs of seniors and the physically challenged. Includes clothing and footwear for arthritis, scoliosis, Alzheimer’s, incontinence and more.
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