Weekly highlights – September 21, 2009

September 21, 2009

Every week, I review the most recent articles and blogs that have been posted on-line.  Here is the information that I found to be the most useful for my clients, readers, and other professionals working with seniors.  Enjoy! – Stephanie Erickson
The article, “Aging Parents: Reversing the Roles”, written by Karin Mizgala, a financial planner who also [...]

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Guest Writer Article: Top 5 Financial Risks Facing Seniors Today

September 15, 2009

Guest Writer Article – Mark Pretorian at Manulife Securities Inc.
The objective of this article is to help seniors make educated investment decisions. In the past, retirees could comfortably live on income generated by savings accounts. Today however, with historical low interest rates, thousands of older Canadians seek higher returns from investment products to make ends [...]

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Guest Writer Article: Gluten-Free in Residential Care Facilities

September 1, 2009

Guest Writer Article – Ronni Alicea, RD MBA
For most people it is a bittersweet decision to consider a residential living facility and for others it is a necessity. While the social life, meal service, housekeeping and nursing assistance are key benefits of choosing this lifestyle, for people with celiac disease it can be a stressful [...]

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How to avoid the top 10 mistakes when finding a placement for a loved one.

August 10, 2009

1.    Making a decision too quickly:
When your loved one is in the hospital, we often make a quick decision in order to avoid a prolonged stay at the hospital.
Solution: Let the hospital team take the time needed to complete a full assessment to ensure the placement meets your loved one’s needs.
2.    Leaving the hospital [...]

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