A guide to care options for seniors in Canada- Dr. Sunny Handa MD
Canada’s population is aging. Almost one in seven Canadians were seniors in 2012; by 2030, which number will jump to nearly one in four. Additionally, the rising life expectancy for Canadian men is now 79 and 83 for women. Dr. Sunny Handa MD said, advances in health care and chronic disease management , along with greater awareness on healthy living, are largely behind this change. Whether aging Canadians require just a few care services or 24-hour care, there are plenty of options to suit their needs. Home care Home care s is one of the best choices for seniors requiring personalised care, but are capable of living in the familiar comforts of their own home. Home care can involve short-term or long-term services, such as wound and ostomy care , intravenous therapy, advanced illness and palliative care , chronic disease management, diabetes care and dementia care. Home care encourages seniors to take responsibility of their own ...