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Welcome to our Blog: In-Home Care Insights
Our dedicated team of owners, compassionate nurses, and skilled Registered Care Aides come together to curate a wealth of up-to-date news, useful information and invaluable in-home care insights.
At Coast Care, we believe that true well-being extends beyond the healthcare world. It’s about embracing a lifestyle that keeps you not just healthy, but active and firmly in control of your life and health. Join us as we explore the unique aspects of coastal living, sharing tips, stories, and advice to inspire a holistic approach to your well-being.
How to Help Our Senior Community During Power Outages
If you live on the Sunshine Coast, you know how frequent and extended power outages can be, especially during the winter months. Strong winds, heavy rain, and snow can cause trees and branches to fall on power lines, leaving thousands…
Help us Thank the Unsung Heroes Among Us
Thank you so much to the Sunshine Coast Community who voted for Sunshine Coast Senior Care as their Favorite Home Health Care company. However, the biggest heartfelt Thank You goes to our incredible Nurses and Care Aides at SCSC and…
Invisible Mental Health Challenges and the Effects on Families and Loved Ones
The invisible burden of helping parents with mental health issues – you aren’t alone Life can be a rollercoaster, and for many of us, it’s our loved ones who ride beside us, offering support through the ups and downs. This…
Protecting Seniors from Scammers: A Team Effort with Family & Caregivers
Why Seniors Are Vulnerable to Scams Seniors can be more susceptible to scams due to a combination of factors, including isolation, trust, and cognitive decline. They often don’t understand the new technology and how easily they can be compromised, for…
How to Keep Seniors Safe and Prepared for Evacuation During Disasters
As you may have heard, on August 18th, 2023, a state of emergency was declared in British Columbia. Due to a rapidly escalating wildfire crisis across the province as thousands of Canadians were displaced due to evacuation orders. This news…
The Silent Struggle with Loneliness – How to help our aging parents fight and win the battle.
The struggle with loneliness is a common yet invisible problem among older adults, especially those who live alone or have limited social contacts. Feeling alone and isolated can have negative effects on the physical and mental health of aging parents,…