Artful Aging

It's that time of year again when some people are sent scrambling to collect all of their information for taxes. Did you get all the forms filled out that you need? Are you able to claim that? Is there something you missed that you should claim? And the list can go on and on. According to newswire.ca almost half of Canadians wait until the last minute to file their taxes. Additionally, the Globe and Mail reported that almost half of Canadians were also doing their own taxes and possibly missing out on some significant savings. Get your taxes in order - the first stop is today's show! More information at artfulagingwithamy.com #seniorenthusiast #support #tax #seniors #taxes@ArtfulAgingWithAmy @bowiecanhelp @TeaandToast

The number one thing we hear from seniors who don't want to make a move is "the only way I'm leaving my house is feet first" However, many don't plan for aging in place properly and more often than not find themselves in a crisis situation. If your wish is to truly live in one place until "the end" then do yourself a favour and plan out how that might look. This episode of Artful Aging with Amy is a great place to begin. More information at artfulagingwithamy.com #seniorenthusiast #support #aginginplace #seniors@ArtfulAgingWithAmy @Inclusiveaging @TeaandToasthttps://www.facebook.com/inclusiveaging

Intellectually, we all know that we should be eating a well-balanced diet, full of nutrients, minerals, healthy fats, and all the rest! In fact, many of us have learned about this all through our lives. Consider, your brain is always on, therefore it needs a steady flow of fuel to operate optimally. Learn more from our guest Julie Gervais of @brainhealthpourlavie about how to care for your brain through nutrition. More information at artfulagingwithamy.com @juliegervais @TeaandToast @artfulagingwithamy#seniorenthusiast #support #seniorcare #eldercare #healthcare

An advocate is someone who supports a cause or person Advocacy for the seniors in our life is so important and many families do advocate. Yet some families are still trying to find the balance of when and how much advocacy to do. Join us this week as we discuss how to advocate for our loved ones. More information at artfulagingwithamy.com #seniorenthusiast #support #advocacy #aginginplace@ArtfulAgingWithAmy @MarcSeguin @TeaandToast

More seniors are online than ever before. Due to the friendly push of covid, many came online all at the same time needing training on how to use various platforms such as Facebook and Zoom. As a documentary filmmaker and educator, Michelle Devorah Kahn learned through her experience that documenting a lifetime can be such a special moment. She now runs @shadypineslearning a set of educational programs that aims to "educate, connect, empower & foster growth within the senior citizen community." More information at artfulagingwithamy.com#onlineclasses #documentaryfilm #seniorenthusiast #support #amyfriesen@artfulagingwithamy @MichelleDevorahKahn @TeaandToast

Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage in a specific area of the brain that controls language expression and comprehension.There are many types of aphasia and in this episode of Artful Aging with Amy, we are joined by Brooke Hatifield a speech-language pathologist to discuss aphasia and how to be a successful communicator if you have aphasia.www.asha.org @artfulagingwithamy More information at artfulagingwithamy.com

Did you know that regular exercise helps to fight some of the effects of Parkinson's Disease? It can delay symptoms, improve heart health and reduce fall risks!Join us this week on Artful Aging with Amy as we discuss how Boxing can help folks with Parkinson's with Boxing4Health owner @Christine Seaby.@boxing4health @artfulagingwithamyMore info at artfulagingwithamy.com

Even though they are all the way down there, proper foot care as we age is very important. This week's episode of Artful Aging with Amy is all about foot care as we age. @Lisa Garland joins us from @tiredsolefootcare @teaandtoastinc More information at artfulagingwithamy.com

What's happening in the senior living industry? On this week's episode of Artful Aging with Amy we speak with the founders of UpsideHom and Welbi about new and unique ways entrepreneurs are adding value and services to the seniors housing industry.@welbi.co @upsidehom @teaandtoastinc

You're a caregiver looking for ways to alleviate your stress, guilt, and burnout, but where do you turn? This week on Artful Aging with Amy we speak with David Gilbert, a Mental Health Therapist about therapies and techniques to reduce and often eliminate some of the heavy emotions caregivers can carry. For more information, head over to www.artfulagingwithamy.com@teaandtoastinc @artfulagingwithamy @Ecosys Wellness Center #seniorenthusiast #support #caregiver #mentalhealth #healthcare

Emotions such as guilt, shame, and frustration are as common to caregivers as love gratefulness, and purpose, but no one ever talks about them. Join me for this week's episode: Sandwiched - Finding Your Path in the Sandwich Generation where I speak with Sarah McEwen, life coach and caregiver to both her young children and parents. More info at www.artfulagingwithamy.com

On Artful Aging with Amy, we are discussing all things incontinence! Did you know it is not a normal part of aging? Tune in as my guest Lisa Flanders teaches us all about warning signs and addressees misconceptions! For more information on this episode and others, visit us as www.artfulagingwithamy.com

On Artful Aging with Amy this week, Michelle Woodbrey joins us from 2 Sisters Senior Living. Are you confused by senior living options and all of the terminology? Not to worry, Amy and Michelle will break it down for you and even compare US and Canadian systems. A show not to be missed for caregivers, especially those who have loved ones in the opposite country. For more information on this week's guest => www.artfulagingwithamy.com

On this week's episode of Artful Aging with Amy we speak with Misia McCallum a Dementia Coach at the Dementia Society about caring for a loved one with Dementia over the holidays. If you are a caregiver, this is a show not to be missed!

Our guest this week on Artful Aging with Amy is Erin McNamara, who is the owner of McNamara Law Services and she specializes in estate law and wills in Ontario. Erin and I will be discussing Incapacity Planning. Important need to know details for planning your journey. Don't miss it!

Julie Fourner-Elrfaie is a mom, and partner, a dog mom, a Yoga teacher, and an Integral Associate Coach. Through her personal journey, she has had to find her own balance while caring for everyone, remaining employed, and helping her husband in his recovery.Join us for this much-needed conversation around caregiving on Artful Aging with Amy. For more information on today's guest head over to artfulagingwithamy.com