News & Articles on Retirement Issues in Northwest Territories

Caring for the Caregiver - It's most important that the caregiver, care for themselves as much as their loved one. First and foremost they must communicate with medical personnel, family, friends and their support network.

How to Make the Transition to Retirement Living Easier - The reality is that moving to a retirement home ranks among one of the more difficult things anyone has to raise and discuss with someone they care about.

Key Factors When Selecting a Retirement Residence - What are the most important things to look for when searching for a retirement home?

Relocation Basics & Downsizing Tips - Deciding to relocate a senior to a retirement home can be a monumental decision and can involve an tremendous drain on relationships and one's own emotional well-being.

The Cost of Retirement Living - For someone on basic pensions choice is limited to seniors buildings that are rent geared to income or long term care - this is unfortunate because there are a whole group of people that fall between the cracks here.

Which Retirement Home would you choose for your parent? - Retirement Residences differ greatly across so many dimensions including environment, amenities, services & care and; every person's needs and desires are unique. What one person might think is the perfect home, another might not. It is imperative that the family/caregiver (and if physically possible, the person themselves) assess their needs, shop around and compare what is available.

Take the Chaos out of Crisis® - Having easy access to a list of your parents contact numbers takes the chaos out of the crisis. Suggested list of important numbers to keep handy in case of an emergency.

HOME BASE CAN BE "HOME SAFE" © 2004 - Good orgainzation and thinking ahead can keep a home safe for seniors who might be frail and unaware of risks in the home.

Nursing Home Rates Across Canada - Nursing home/Long-Term Care across Canada varies in terms of terminology and cost factors. Long-term care is regulated & monthly rates are determined by each provinces’ Ministry of Health. Every province determines what their rates are, when they are increased and by how much and what subsidies are available for those below the income level of the minimum accommodation rates.

Health And Wellness - Got Pain???? - There are no magic bullets for any health problem but, it sure is amazing what happens when you deal with the root cause instead of taking a pill to mask the symptoms.