Only Canadians 55 and older who own their home can receive reverse mortgages. The general sum of the loan for Home Equity Bank is set at 55% of the value of the house and 40% for Equitable Bank Reverse mortgages are accessible only to Canadians 55 and older who own their home. The total sum of the loan for Home Equity B is limited to 55% of the value of the house. The following factors are assessed to qualify for a reverse mortgage in Canada: You and the age of your spouse Location of your home Type of home (e.g. detached house, condo, townhouse, etc.) Evaluated the importance of your home. Th ..read more

Therapy Companionship for Seniors It’s no surprise that we get pleasure from relationships. Companionship is always at the heart of our minds from the moment we encounter our first-grade school friends. Some of the toughest parts of getting older are boredom. Many senior citizens start to feel isolated when they don’t have a wife or kids around to maintain their business. Increasing numbers of elderly leave their societies, relatives, and family and find themselves lonelier than ever before. Social isolation often impacts the elderly without assistance services as well as those who have underg ..read more

Best apps for seniors There are many apps available for different uses. Every app has its own functionalities and properties. It is an understatement to say that every business should have a website. In fact, most businesses have at least one website that is functional. But, we cannot say the same about applications. A number of studies by Oracle and MobileSmith has proved that over 60% users prefer mobile apps over Mobi-sites to purchase online. Now, if you are into a business which deals with selling products, then owning an application is far more beneficial than a responsive website. In ge ..read more

Depression is a common and disabling disorder in elderly people (some 60 years of age) that improves mortality danger and adversely affects the performance of lives (QOL). Research has been increasingly addressing the connection between depression or depressive signs and QOL in latest years. Late-life depression is a significant issue of mental health that concerns clinicians and will stay so as Canadians over the age of 65 continue to develop. Late-life depression leads to negative operational, personal, and medical results and may conflict with medical issues such as stroke therapy. Depressi ..read more

Top Travel Spots for Senior’s life Gets Better with Aging The desire to see the globe does not vanish because of an era for anyone who enjoys walking. However, the older we get, the harder it can become to travel. While we’ve all heard the saying “the journey is more important than the destination,” this doesn’t simply sound accurate for junior tourists, who should be careful when choosing locations for transport. While traveling there a few things which must be considered carefully in the case of seniors while traveling such as; Access to facilities Access to doctors If necessary Accessibilit ..read more

Benefits of pets Nothing is comparable to the happiness of a faithful partner coming back. A pet’s unconditional love can do more than just maintain you in business. Animals can also reduce stress, improve heart health, and even help kids with their emotional and social abilities. It has been shown that interacting with livestock will reduce cortisol concentrations (a stress-related hormone) and reduced blood pressure. Other studies have discovered that pets can decrease loneliness, increase social support emotions, and enhance your mood. “Increasing physical exercise is your objective? Then y ..read more

Canada Day Toronto and GTA 2019 will be a celebration of our great countries 152 birthday. On July 1st excitement will be across the city. Here is a list of places to celebrate. * Please note the annual Queen’s Park Canada Celebrations have been canceled. Downsview Park The party starts at 4 pm with a vendor village, live entertainment and a wide variety of food trucks to keep you going well into the evening. The night ends with a spectacular fireworks show. Event website click here Celebration Square Mississauga In the heart of Mississauga enjoy a fun-filled day of live entertainment featur ..read more

Dementia as a disease related to the brain which results in neurological damage and memory loss. It is a cruel illness that has broken hearts and robbed one from his/her loved one. Brain tumors, strokes, excessive drinking of alcohol and natural deterioration of mental capacities can all result in dementia. In this article, we will discuss all that is to be learned about dementia. AREAS AFFECTED BY DEMENTIA The following areas are affected: Memory Ability to learn Attention Problem-solving skills Ability to recognize people, objects, and images Judgment Language TYPES/CAUSES OF DEMENTIA There ..read more

SENIOR DATING – FINDING LOVE LATER IN LIFE Dating isn’t meant for the younger ones, seniors also find love later in life (due to several reasons though). Some seniors feel shy or hesitant about “senior dating” while others, for feelings of guilt or the fear of rejection, stay far away from frightening proposals. However, life has a way of restoring what has been lost in the past. Of course, it isn’t easy to find love later in life yet not every senior can cope without a companion. So if you think that finding a date as a senior isn’t possible, I’m here to tell you that it is. By definition, se ..read more

CHALLENGES AND REWARDS OF GOING BACK TO SCHOOL AS A SENIOR There is a common misconception that schools are meant for children, teenagers, and youths alone. Well, that is entirely not correct. Remember, learning is a continuous process and education is meant for everyone regardless of age. However, many seniors who go back to school do so for a number of reasons. Below are a few: Improve skills Learn something they have always wanted to Enhance career Tired of staying at home Enjoy relating with others Improve chances of finding job opportunities, etc. While going back to school as a senior is ..read more