Province
Safety on the roads is never old
Senior drivers face hurdles as they age and experts think there should be more testing.
Seniors
News
Ageism persists in the midst of isolation caused by COVID-19: experts
Social isolation, loss of independence and ageism impact the well-being of older adults, say a social work professor and a mental health coordinator.
News
Getting groceries a difficult task for seniors in rural Newfoundland
Many seniors living in rural Newfoundland are going to local stores to get their groceries because the latest lockdown is hampering their access to larger food retailers in the metro St. John’s region.
Featured
A smile a day keeps the virus blues away
The COVID-19 pandemic has put a damper on everyone’s life, but the employees at a Witless Bay seniors centre remain vigilant in lifting their residents’ spirits during these uncertain times.
Lifestyles
Deer Lake Seniors vs. COVID
Seniors are at risk for COVID. With the recent outbreak in Deer Lake they’re doubling down on safety and trying to stave off boredom. Griffen Stuckless Kicker
Featured
Seniors embrace cannabis as an alternative to harsh medications
Senior citizens have begun to accept cannabis as a viable replacement for addictive opiate medications.
National
Dementia, Alzheimer’s and the right to vote
There is no specific legislation to address how people with cognitive disabilities can exercise their right to vote if they are incapacitated.
Audio Stories
The high cost of living
Just how much are pharmaceuticals costing our seniors?