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Visual guide showing common medications that may affect hearing, including antibiotics, chemotherapy drugs, and NSAIDs, with tips for early detection.

For seniors, wellness podcasts for seniors offer an engaging, research-backed, and highly accessible way to stay informed, inspired, and motivated. Listening to podcasts can support cognitive function, emotional well-being, and social connection—all crucial elements of healthy aging.

Brain health concept — illustration showing neuron energy supported by creatine

Why Travel Matters After 50 - travel tips for seniors For many seniors, travel is more than leisure—it’s an opportunity to expand horizons, stimulate the mind, and maintain social connection. Research shows that seniors who travel regularly report

Discover the Evergreen Club—an affordable, community-based travel network helping seniors explore North America with comfort, connection, and care.

Why how you walk, stand and shoe matters — and a practical roadmap for seniors to reclaim strength, balance and brain health. Here we cover the secret to fixing back pain

Introduction: Small Habits, Big Impact - Active Aging Imagine two seniors: In Okinawa, Japan, 82-year-old Yumi wakes up with the sun, sips green tea, tends her small garden, practices a few gentle stretches, and eats a fiber-rich breakfast with fermented foods. Throughout the day, she moves naturally, engages socially, and spends quiet moments in nature. In suburban Ontario, 82-year-old Robert wakes later, sits for hours watching TV, snacks on processed foods, and only leaves

Forest Bathing

Nutrition for Sleep

In this article, we explore how the Japanese squat and movement culture contribute to resilience in older age, what the science says about mobility and aging, and how seniors in Canada can adapt safe, effective versions of these practices in their own homes.

Introduction: Why Barefoot Shoes for Better Foot Health Are a Game-Changer for Bunions for Aging Wellness Bunions, characterized by a bony bump at the base of the big toe, can cause discomfort and limit mobility. Traditional footwear often exacerbates this condition by narrowing the toe box and increasing pressure on the bunion. Barefoot shoes, designed with a wide toe box and flexible soles, allow for natural toe splay and movement, potentially alleviating bunion pain and pr

Every year, falls silently reshape the lives of many older adults. According to the World Health Organization, falls are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide, and for seniors, even a “minor” fall can trigger a cascade of loss—mobility, confidence, independence.

Sleep and hearing may seem like distant cousins in the physiology of aging—but emerging research suggests they may actually be intertwined.

Imagine immersing your body in cool water and feeling it awaken every nerve. What seems extreme is actually a powerful tool for health. Cold exposure has been shown to reduce inflammation, support cardiovascular health, boost mood, and even enhance immune function.

Sleep is not just rest—it’s a nightly neural housekeeping. For older adults, preserving high-functioning memory, attention, and executive control depends in part on how well and how much one sleeps. In this article, we explore the science linking sleep to cognition, examine its relationship to dementia risk, and provide guidance for healthier sleep routines in later life.

Getting good sleep is one of the most powerful yet under-utilized habits for health, mood, memory, and overall wellbeing. As we age, changes in physiology, medications, and lifestyle can make sleep more elusive. But with the right environment, routine, and gentle adjustments, sleep health for seniors becomes much more attainable.

Finances are a top concern for seniors across Ontario. Thankfully, there are multiple programs, credits, and subsidies to help stretch your income.

Seniors Sleep Issues

A complete guide to Ontario’s programs and services for seniors — from health and housing to benefits and caregiver support.

Safety Guide for Seniors