In chronic disease care, family helpers are key, but feel left out
Physicians and policymakers should consider those family and friends who aren’t … READ MORE
Gerontology
We live with a cloud over our heads: Québecers say home care services fall short
Nearly 343,000 Québecers receive publicly-funded home care. Critics hope political … READ MORE
The digital puppy that keeps seniors out of nursing homes
What Happens When We Let Tech Care For Our Aging Parents. As the U.S. population … READ MORE
Study eyes hospitalists
The old-fashioned, family doctor style of medicine could be lifesaving for elderly … READ MORE
Home neighborhood walkability motivates older people to physical activity
Walk-friendly environmental design may provide opportunities for physical activity … READ MORE
Knee surgery may have minimal quality of life effects in those with less severe symptoms
According to a recently published study, knee replacement surgery had a minimal … READ MORE
Aquatic resistance training improves physcial function in women with mild knee osteoarthritis
Aquatic resistance training significantly decreases body fat mass and increases … READ MORE
Leisure-time physical activity improves cartilage health and quality of life for women with knee OA
Higher leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) level promotes cartilage health in … READ MORE
Mark Pickup challenged AADL policy to get a replacement power chair
Mark Pickup is a gifted writer who chooses words thoughtfully, methodically and … READ MORE
Reducing frustration with health care for adults with chronic medical conditions
Navigating the U.S. health care system can be frustrating for anyone, but for adults … READ MORE
Elderly people who choose the wrong shoes have a lower quality of life
83% wear the wrong shoes. As people get older, they experience changes in their foot … READ MORE
Can staying active help prevent chronic pain?
Physical activity affects pain modulation in older adults. A 2015 study examined … READ MORE
Digital toolkit aims to prevent falls amongst the elderly
The Falls Risk Assessment Toolkit identifies patients at risk of falls and, … READ MORE
Older adults who exercise regularly can reduce risk of severe mobility problems
Nearly one in four adults aged 65 and older has trouble walking or climbing … READ MORE
Chair yoga helps older adults manage osteoarthritis pain
Chair yoga may produce sustained improvements in pain interference among older … READ MORE
Moderate activity helps older adults maintain mobility and independence
By adopting a walking routine and other moderate physical activities, older adults … READ MORE
Ontario’s ambitious Patients First legislation met with hope and skepticism
Carole Ann Alloway’s husband, Bill, had seven ankle surgeries due to recurring … READ MORE
AFO users must rethink concept of ‘normal’ gait
Ankle foot orthoses can make a neuromuscular patient’s gait pattern more like that … READ MORE
Bracing for the falls of an aging nation
As the population ages and people live longer in bad shape, the number of older … READ MORE
Alberta seniors programs and services guide 2014–2015
Published by Alberta Health, July 2014 Alberta Supports Contact Centre Toll-free … READ MORE
Apply for AADL benefits
Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) helps Albertans with a long-term disability, … READ MORE
AADL Authorizer and vendor information
Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL). AADL helps Albertans with a long-term … READ MORE
AADL program information
Cost sharing of benefits The Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) program helps … READ MORE
Change your AADL service provider
You can change your AADL vendor or supplier based on need or choice: choose a new … READ MORE
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