Ladies, it’s your turn!
This study is approved by the Ethics Board of the University of Ottawa (H-06-18-639) Ladies, it’s your turn! Women have been neglected in research on Heart Disease for far too long. We know very little about you! Now is the time to take the bull by the horns! We are looking for women between the ages of 45 and 80 who have had a… |
| Posted on February 5, 2019 |
Caring for the Caregivers: Tips for Caregivers
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Being a caregiver is not always an easy task. Here are 8 valuable tips to make sure you are caring for yourself as well as for your loved one. 1. Communicate, Communicate, Communicate 2. Hold on to Your Sense of Compassion and Empathy 3. Write It Down 4. Make Time for Yourself 5. Always Say Yes to Offers of Help 6. Give Control Back… |
| Posted on December 3, 2015 |
Caring for the Caregivers: The Role of Occupational Therapy
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The repetitive nature of caring for a loved one recovering at home can be emotionally draining for a caregiver. Tasks such as helping that loved one get out of bed each morning, dress, bathe and eat can also be physically challenging. When a recovering patient can carry out these activities of daily living independently, the benefits are felt throughout the home. The patient feels… |
| Posted on December 3, 2015 |
Caring for the Caregivers: Recognizing the Challenges
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A heart attack or cardiac surgery is a major event. It has a ripple effect that impacts not just the patient, but family and friends as well. Lives can change, often for the long term, casting loved ones in the role of caregiver. These changes can be stressful, unexpected and, over time, draining. A report out last week from Health Quality Ontario shows that… |
| Posted on December 3, 2015 |
