Ever wonder where all that glass goes when you discard your old dishes? To a landfill, that’s where. That’s why TRIPWARE’s Japanesedesigned plates and bowls are the better choice for the environmentally conscious. They’re made from discarded ceramics that have been broken down and upcycled into beautiful, stylish tableware that...
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Did something fall in a tight space you can’t get at? Don’t have the mobility to pick things up down low or reach things up high? Lost something down a drain? Then the Grabber Hero 5 by ODii is just what you need. The unique patented design features a flexible, telescopic claw, a flexible, telescopic detachable magnet, and...
Animal Chatter By Iris Winston Protect your loved pets from the elements As soon as you pick up the car keys, your dog is on alert. “I don’t care where we go,” the bright eyes and pricked ears seem to say. “I just want to come along. Togetherness is what matters most to me.” Togetherness matters to loving owners too. I...
Incontinence is a common problem for older adults, affecting both men and women. But many people don’t know how to deal with it, or even that there are treatments available. Here’s what you need to know about incontinence – the causes, the symptoms, and the treatments. The Causes of Incontinence Both men and...
Diabetes is a disease which causes huge distress to those who suffer from it. Diabetes at its most basic level results in an overproduction of insulin and the body begins to not recognize and utilize that insulin as it should, causing diabetes symptoms. If you have this disease, and you still want to stay fit, here are some...
Healthy Boomer By Peggy Edwards Moving forward in a positive direction A few months ago, I had the privilege of hearing Pat Armstrong speak at a seniors’ advocacy conference on how to change long-term care (LTC) in a positive direction. Pat is a Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus at York University, and an expert on LTC...
Travel By Jennifer Hartley In magical Newfoundland and Labrador It may be the motto of the Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism Bureau but getting lost and found could not be more appropriate for this magical place. Everywhere you turn on windy roads with spectacular coastal scenery, you find towns and villages steeped in history...
Sage Advice By Iris Winston The daylight savings debate How many people still think that “springing forward” and “falling back” are worth the twice-a-year effort and disruption? I know that on one Saturday night each March and November, I think particularly fondly of the years that we lived in Saskatchewan, where clocks remain...
Also brought to you by the folks who made AquaVault and FlexSafe is ChargeCard®, an ultra-thin credit card-sized charger for your tech. It comes with a tiny pouch of interchangeable cables to fit just about any device (USB-C, Lightning, Micro USB) and works with Apple and Android. It charges at lightning speed, and though it’s...
Anticipating your next trip can be almost as much fun as going if you juice up all your senses with these creatively curated travel-themed boxes. Available as a stand-alone gift or by seasonal subscriptions (four times a year) Travelista Boxes contain six to eight items that can include home décor, clothing, accessories...
