Taking the stress out of caregiving!
One of the items that most frustrate seniors (and others!) who want to stay in their homes is the confusion over some basic plumbing needs and wants, as well as the cost of doing these things. In a recent job a client asked around to various plumbers what the cost would be of switching out […]
As house prices in Toronto rise and more and more seniors are living with their children, a common thing I see is the setting up of small apartments or living quarters for seniors in the basement. Often it includes a small bathroom, living room/bedroom and even a small kitchen. I think it’s a great idea […]
This was a nice railing installation using Promenaid railings, our favourite line of railings. This customer needed a railing down her stairs, with it turning the corner at the bottom. Promenaid railings cover all the bases – beautiful, useful and solid as a rock. Here’s a couple of pictures of the installation which was carried […]
The first time I show up at a senior’s home to do work, particularly if I’ve been asked to come by one of the children or a caregiver, it’s always awkward. Normally, the home owner or senior doesn’t really want me there, feels that the job could be done by themselves, isn’t that important, or […]
Accessibility is the ability of the person in the household to move about (e.g. through doorways, down stairs) or do daily household chores (e.g. make dinner, do laundry). Visitability is achieved when someone is visiting your home and through some modifications or just forward thinking, they have no problems accessing certain rooms (e.g. bathroom) or […]
Falls are the number one issue with most older adults. Not because of the fall itself, but from all the various complications that result from falls. A big part of our work at HSS Toronto is involved with preventing falls through a number of interventions. Here’s a quick list of possible things to consider if […]