Safety Tips for Winter Walking

When the winter air is crisp and the ground is covered with snow, there’s nothing like taking a walk to enjoy the beauty of the season — and walking is one of the best ways to keep fit. On the other hand, winter can be a challenging time of year to get out and about. Freezing rain, icy surfaces and piles of hard-packed snow pose a hazard for the innocent pedestrian.
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Street Smarts for Seniors

Older pedestrians are at higher risk of falling or being hit by a vehicle, because mobility and perception deteriorate as part of the aging process. An injury can be more serious and recovery takes longer. But staying cooped up at home is no solution. In most cases, the benefits of the exercise, independence and social activities associated with walking outweigh the risks.
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Seniors Canada Online

Canadians have said they want one-stop access to Government services, and the Government of Canada is committed to meeting this need. Government of Canada departments and agencies are grouping their electronic information and services according to topic or target audience. They are developing Internet sites that give Canadians access to this information. Seniors Canada On-line is the Government's response to seniors' request for easy electronic access to seniors-related services.
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Attention Cyber Seniors: Check Your Government Benefits Online

Seniors who are switched on, hooked up and connected can hop on the Service Canada Web site these days and get an excellent snapshot of their benefits without ever having to leave the comforts of home. The federal government has information about most of its programs and services on-line, including the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS), and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS).
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12 Steps to Stair Safety At Home

Seniors and veterans are more at risk for falling on stairs than younger adults, and more likely to suffer severe injuries. In fact, seniors 65+ account for 70% of the deaths resulting from stair accidents.
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