Author Archives: Louise Savoie

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How Long-Term Care Helps Seniors Live Their Best Lives

Our health needs change as we grow older, and even so, our ability to care for ourselves. Our healthcare needs become more complex, and we may require help with activities of daily living. However, with long-term care, seniors have the support they n...

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How Occupational Therapy Aids Senior’s Mental Health

As we slowly age, our mental health can become more fragile. Seniors may experience various mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and dementia. These issues can profoundly impact their overall quality of life. However, there is an effective ...

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Glaucoma and It’s Risk Factors

Glaucoma is an eye problem that causes blindness due to damage to the optic nerve. Often, this has become a concern in our rehabilitation center at Pontiac Care and Rehabilitation Center. But, how exactly does this happen? Inside our eyes, an intraoc...

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How to Stop Your Panic Attacks?

When your heart is beating very fast, feeling dizzy and sweating too much, and experience breathing difficulties, it might be a panic attack which is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers physical reactions despite having no apparent cause. ...

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Crucial Factors to Consider in Choosing a Care Plan

Old age is one of the most challenging stages in life. As a person nears this phase, he/she already begins to experience the consequences of aging. On top of the list is health deterioration. Unfortunately, this could take a toll on a person’s ...

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What Are the Advantages of Psychological Services?

Neglecting mental health is one of the biggest mistakes anyone could ever make. In some cases, people don’t value mental wellness until it is already compromised. They wait until they find themselves in a rehabilitation center before they take step...

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