Caregiver Support

Introduction While caring for a loved one can be rewarding, the number, duration and intensity of the tasks associated with caregiving may also cause you stress. If this stress is left unmanaged it can cause burnout, a state of emotional, mental, and physical...

Depression

Introduction Depression is a feeling of sadness that lasts for many weeks, months or years. Depression can affect someone’s thoughts, feelings, physical health and behaviors. It interferes with daily activities and can stop someone from eating, sleeping and enjoying...

Substance Use

Introduction Many older adults use alcohol, prescription medication, cannabis and other substances to address and cope with issues such as sleep, loneliness, pain or other health issues. This is often done in a way that is not consistent with legal and medical...

Skin & Wound Care

Introduction Due to age-related changes to the skin, older adults are more likely to experience skin damage and wounds. This includes acute wound (those from surgery or a trauma) and chronic wounds, such as diabetic, venous or pressure ulcers. Wounds can cause...