Author: Tea Mihaila
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The Silent Crisis: The Struggles of Aging Canadians in Accessing Home Care
Although most of the aging population of Canadians (80%) want to age at home, surrounded by familiarity and comfort, the stark reality is that 48% of these individuals cannot access the critical home care services they desperately need. This alarming discrepancy isn’t just a statistic; it’s a societal challenge with far-reaching implications for all Canadians.…
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The Unseen Layers of Alzheimer’s: Beyond Memory Loss
Alzheimer’s disease—just the mention of it can evoke a sense of fear and apprehension. While it’s commonly recognized for its devastating impact on memory, there are layers of this condition that many may not fully understand. To provide a more comprehensive view, let’s explore some of the key aspects of Alzheimer’s, gaining insights into its…
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The Delicate Balance Of Elder Care: Independence, Safety, And Quality Of Life
As we and our loved ones age, many families face a critical decision: whether to continue living at home or move to a long-term care facility. For adults from midlife onward, these choices carry lasting implications not only for safety and well-being but also for maintaining independence and enhancing quality of life. In a recent…
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The Hidden Strength Behind Senior Care: A Conversation With A Geriatrician
Caring for an aging loved one is a journey that combines challenges and beautiful moments. Whether you’re managing a loved one’s neurocognitive needs or helping them transition to long-term care, the role of a family caregiver is both deeply impactful and emotionally complex. In a recent discussion, Dr. Kevin sat down with Dr. Allison Nakanishi,…
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Interview With Naomi Mison (Part 3)
[Tea] How do you think platforms like ours that match caregivers and their loved ones with the appropriate care can address the ongoing shortage of care providers? [Naomi] I think it’s fantastic. It’s funny because when I first came across Gravitii, I was like, “Oh my God, this is exactly the idea that I had…
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Interview With Naomi Mison (Part 2)
[Tea] Because you previously spoke about the difficulty that the pandemic brought in caring for your mom – things like heavy restrictions, the fact that you couldn’t hug her, you couldn’t even see her – I want to ask about how technology played a role in helping you connect with her. How can technology enhance…
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Interview With Naomi Mison (Part 1)
[Tea] First of all, thanks for meeting with me, for taking the time. Congrats on being nominated for the Change Maker Award at the Kelowna Women In Business 2024 Rise Awards! [Naomi] Thank you for that! I was one of four finalists. There were about 67 applications submitted this year, so to be recognized as…
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Gravitii Technologies May 2024 [Release Notes]
Once again, we’re excited to be announcing that our latest release was deployed on May 1st. This release represents our fourth official release since going to market in August 2023. The focus of this release was to add features to help reassure those seeking care when choosing a care provider. Below, we will highlight these…
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Gravitii Technologies March 2024 [Release Notes]
We are pleased to announce that we deployed our latest release on March 14th. This release represents our third official release since going to market in August 2023. Much of this release was about making it easier for people seeking care to create their profile and to book appointments with care providers. Further, clients will…
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