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...
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Created by Quebec-based The Foodie Family, this unique line of edible crayons provides the perfect way to enhance your culinary creations and even cocktails at home, or on the go. Made from natural vegan and gluten-free ingredients, they come with a sharpener that produces the ideal size of flavor shavings. Sweet, savory...
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...
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...
These handy gadgets are a must-pack for travel and are also great to have on hand at home. Broken or stuck zippers can be repaired in a snap with a Fixnzip® slider that can be clamped on to fit various sizes with a screw on adjuster. From clothing and boots to purses, travel bags, sleeping bags and even big tent zippers, they...
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...
