Category: Age in Place

Age in place is an educational resource for seniors and their families; by providing articles, we help seniors maintain their comfort at home. Grow g(old)en prepares research based information on available services that seniors can integrate into their routines. Above all, we want to make your life easier as you age and stay in the comfort of your own home.

There are so many options available to enhance the lives of seniors’. Regardless if you need to know about funding or what services are available, this blog has everything you need. Educate yourself on the available options with these articles for seniors and their families tailored to let you comfortably age in place.

An older couple sitting at a table reviewing documents with a financial advisor. The man is pointing to a section on a paper while the woman holds a pen, listening attentively. They appear to be in a bright office or home setting with notebooks and pens on the table.

Finding Best Home Care Provider: A Step-by-Step Guide

Melissa Therrien November 7, 2025 Age in Place

Finding the right home care provider for a loved one can be an incredibly overwhelming decision. With so many options and the desire to ensure …

n older woman and a younger woman sitting together on a couch, smiling and talking while looking at a tablet. The setting appears to be a bright, cozy living room with natural light, blue pillows, and a coffee table with mugs and books.

Best Home Care Providers in Edmonton

Melissa Therrien November 7, 2025 Age in Place

What are the Best Home Care Providers in Edmonton? Choosing the right home care provider can make all the difference in ensuring comfort, safety, and …

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The 10 Best Home Care Providers in Vancouver

Melissa Therrien October 14, 2025 Age in Place

How do you find the right home care provider? This decision is important but not easy. Families want to ensure their loved ones receive compassionate, …

Two seniors research the cost of senior care to find what’s best for them

What is the Cost of Senior Care in Canada? (+4 Resources to Help You Offset the Costs)

Melissa Therrien September 22, 2025 Age in Place

When families across Canada begin exploring senior care options for themselves or their loved ones, one of the first questions that comes to mind is: …

Elderly woman discusses a care plan with her nurse.

What Are Your Care Options for Elderly Parents? (+ Pros and Cons of Every Path)

Melissa Therrien July 22, 2025 Age in Place

Watching your parents age can be one of life’s most emotionally challenging experiences. The realization that the people who once cared for you now need …

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How to Care for Elderly Parents at Home: Helpful Tips and Resources

Melissa Therrien April 9, 2025 Age in Place

Taking care of a parent at home isn’t something most people feel fully prepared for. One day, you’re helping with the occasional task—then suddenly, you’re …

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How to Deal with Aging Parents Who Refuse Help: 7 Important Tips

Melissa Therrien January 15, 2025 Age in Place

Trying to help an aging parent who refuses assistance can be very challenging. Maybe you’ve noticed them struggling with daily tasks like cooking or keeping …

A caregiver sitting with an elderly woman in a wheelchair.

18 Undeniable Benefits of Home Care for Seniors

Melissa Therrien December 20, 2024 Age in Place

Have you noticed your aging parent or loved one struggling to prepare meals or maintain their home as they once did? Are they forgetting to …

An elderly woman walking arm-in-arm with a younger woman, both smiling at each other while strolling outdoors on an autumn day.

How to Talk to Your Parent with Alzheimer’s: 12 Key Tips for Positive Communication

Melissa Therrien October 24, 2024 Age in Place

According to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada, approximately 733,040 individuals in Canada are living with a form of dementia. If your parent is one of …