Tag: family caregivers
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Parkinson’s Awareness Month Webinar – Practical Strategies for Patients and Caregivers
Parkinson’s: Practical Strategies for Patients and Caregivers April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and Gravitii is proud to have hosted a special educational webinar to support those affected by this disease. During the session, our expert speakers shared practical strategies to help individuals manage the everyday challenges of living with Parkinson’s. This webinar aimed to provide…
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Hospital-Level Care, Right at Home in the Okanagan
Hospital-Level Care, Right at Home: Gravitii Supports the Future of Healthcare in the Central Okanagan The future of healthcare is evolving, and Gravitii.care is excited to see innovative programs like Kelowna General Hospital’s “Hospital at Home” taking root in the Central Okanagan. This program, launched in January 2024, allows up to 30 patients to receive…
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Making March Nutrition Month in Canada Count: Your Guide to Healthy Diet Habits
March is upon us, and in Canada, that means it’s Nutrition Month! Focusing on the importance of maintaining healthy diet habits, Nutrition Month not only aims to educate individuals but also brings communities together. To support this initiative, we’ll explore tips for embracing nutritious eating habits, highlight vital information provided by Health Canada, and emphasize…
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Home ‘Care’ For The Holidays
It’s that time of year again when the busyness of the holiday season starts to ramp up. Soon, many of us will have packed schedules filled with shopping, baking, visiting friends and family, and other festive activities. Unfortunately, not everyone lives close to their loved ones, making visits difficult. For some elderly family members and…
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The Delicate Balance Of Elder Care: Independence, Safety, And Quality Of Life
As we and our loved ones age, many families face a critical decision: whether to continue living at home or move to a long-term care facility. For adults from midlife onward, these choices carry lasting implications not only for safety and well-being but also for maintaining independence and enhancing quality of life. In a recent…
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Enhancing Home Care With Healthcare Technology Solutions
As people live longer and chronic diseases become more common, the need for innovative healthcare technology solutions in home care is growing. Investing in these technologies is essential to keep up with the increasing demand for home-based care. Advances in healthcare technology are crucial to sustaining our healthcare system as more people choose to age…
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The Hidden Strength Behind Senior Care: A Conversation With A Geriatrician
Caring for an aging loved one is a journey that combines challenges and beautiful moments. Whether you’re managing a loved one’s neurocognitive needs or helping them transition to long-term care, the role of a family caregiver is both deeply impactful and emotionally complex. In a recent discussion, Dr. Kevin sat down with Dr. Allison Nakanishi,…
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Interview With Naomi Mison (Part 3)
[Tea] How do you think platforms like ours that match caregivers and their loved ones with the appropriate care can address the ongoing shortage of care providers? [Naomi] I think it’s fantastic. It’s funny because when I first came across Gravitii, I was like, “Oh my God, this is exactly the idea that I had…
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Interview With Naomi Mison (Part 2)
[Tea] Because you previously spoke about the difficulty that the pandemic brought in caring for your mom – things like heavy restrictions, the fact that you couldn’t hug her, you couldn’t even see her – I want to ask about how technology played a role in helping you connect with her. How can technology enhance…
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Interview With Naomi Mison (Part 1)
[Tea] First of all, thanks for meeting with me, for taking the time. Congrats on being nominated for the Change Maker Award at the Kelowna Women In Business 2024 Rise Awards! [Naomi] Thank you for that! I was one of four finalists. There were about 67 applications submitted this year, so to be recognized as…