As of the 2021 census, it is the largest municipality of the Fraser Valley Regional District and the fifth-largest municipality of British Columbia. The Abbotsford–Mission metropolitan area of around 195,726 inhabitants as of the 2021 census is the 23rd largest census metropolitan area in Canada. It has also been named by Statistics Canada as Canada's most generous city in terms of charitable donations for nine straight years.
According to a recent study, More than 600,000 Canadians are currently living with dementia and that number is expected to reach 1 million by the year 2030. While there are various kinds of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type, affecting millions of people across the globe. Caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms … Continued The post September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month appeared first on Just Like Family Home Care.
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Summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. Staying active is important for both physical and mental health, but for seniors, taking precautions to remain safe and healthy are critical to enjoying summer activities. Seniors are at higher risk for heat-related illness, such as heat edema, heat rash, heat exhaustion, heat … Continued The post Staying Safe and Active During Summertime for Seniors appeared first on Just Like Family Home Care.
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Each year, October 10th is designated as “World Mental Health Day” by the UN. This year’s theme is “Our minds, our rights,” meant to bring awareness that mental health is a universal human right. While each person’s situation is unique, everyone deserves to achieve their highest possible standard of mental health. As the Canadian population continues to … Continued The post World Mental Health Day: What You Need to Know About Seniors and Mental Health appeared first on Just Like Family Home Care.
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You'd want to know how they've changed care plans for long-term clients, right? They've tailored services as needs evolved, ensuring each person continues to receive the most effective and compassionate care possible.
Just Like Family integrates technology into their care services by using apps and devices for better communication and monitoring, ensuring you're always in the loop and your loved one's needs are met efficiently.
Before joining Just Like Family, caregivers undergo thorough background checks and must have relevant qualifications. You can rest assured they're well-equipped to provide top-notch care and handle any situation with professionalism and compassion.