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Pear & Cranberry Cobbler
We may only have a few days left in October, but the bounty of produce continues! This week we celebrate a delicious and nutritious...
The Ideal Team
Oct 25, 20222 min read
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Insomnia and the Elderly
Often, as we age, we experience normal changes in our sleeping patterns, such as becoming sleepy earlier, waking up earlier, or...
The Ideal Team
Oct 24, 20223 min read
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National Mammography day
During Breast Cancer Awareness month, each year, the 3rd Friday of October recognizes the importance of receiving regular mammograms to...
The Ideal Team
Oct 21, 20222 min read
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Apple Stamp Designs
A great way to add creativity to your elderly loved one's life is to use simple, household items that can surprise and delight them when...
The Ideal Team
Oct 19, 20221 min read
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Beef Pot Pie
October in Ontario is a month of vegetable abundance! From artichokes to zucchini, there are flavours for all to enjoy! In this week's...
The Ideal Team
Oct 18, 20222 min read
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Unregulated Care Providers
We at Ideal Caregivers 4u are proud to announce that we now have trained and qualified Unregulated Care Providers in our team roster! As...
The Ideal Team
Oct 17, 20222 min read
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Autumn Scenes
A great way to incorporate falling autumn leaves into your artistic and creative moments is by using them to create a beautiful fall...
The Ideal Team
Oct 12, 20222 min read
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Pumpkin Painting
As Thanksgiving approaches this weekend, creating a beautiful centrepiece for the dinner table or decorating your home with touches of...
The Ideal Team
Oct 5, 20222 min read
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Autumn salad
Perfect for your Thanksgiving table, this delicious salad has all of the best ingredients from the Autumn harvest! A great side dish to...
The Ideal Team
Oct 4, 20221 min read
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Wandering and Dementia
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 6 in 10 people with dementia will wander. Wandering is when a person strays or wanders to an...
The Ideal Team
Oct 3, 20223 min read
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Benefits of Journaling for Caregivers
As a caregiver, we understand the stresses and challenges that come with providing care for others. One effective way to relieve that...
The Ideal Team
Sep 26, 20223 min read
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Pumpkin Oatmeal
'Tis the season! It may not officially be Autumn, but pumpkins abound in our local farmer's markets, coffee shops, and bakeries! This...
The Ideal Team
Sep 20, 20221 min read
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Range of Motion
Ever wonder what it would be like if you were unable to bend your elbow to eat, walk without bending your knees, or look behind you...
The Ideal Team
Sep 19, 20223 min read
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Urinary Tract Infections
Although it can occur at any age and for a variety of reasons, UTIs are quite common in older adults and can often lead to other serious...
The Ideal Team
Sep 12, 20221 min read
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Lentils & Rice
A staple in Middle Eastern dishes, Mujadara - or Lentils with Rice and Onions, is quick, easy, and packed with protein! Using 3 simple...
The Ideal Team
Sep 12, 20221 min read
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The Benefits of Needlework
Part of spending time with older loved ones is creating memories. Doing simple crafts and activities with seniors creates moments to...
The Ideal Team
Sep 6, 20222 min read
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Butternut Squash Soup
It may still say "Summer" on our calendars, but the chilly weather has us thinking about warm, comforting soup! Finding the perfect fall...
The Ideal Team
Sep 6, 20222 min read
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High Blood Pressure in Seniors
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of arteries. Also called Hypertension, High Blood Pressure is often not...
The Ideal Team
Aug 29, 20223 min read
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Zucchini Bread
If you are a gardener, you may have noticed your zucchini vegetables have been thriving quite well in the recent weather we have been...
The Ideal Team
Aug 26, 20221 min read
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DIY Bookmarks
Combining the love of colouring and of reading, this activity provides our seniors with an opportunity to use their creativity and allows...
The Ideal Team
Aug 24, 20221 min read
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