Keith Hancock

Diabetes: Assistive Devices Program Funding

COVERAGE FOR CONTINUOUS GLUCOSE MONITORS AND SUPPLIES Starting March 14, 2022, eligible Ontarians with type 1 diabetes can receive Assistive Devices Program funding for a continuous glucose monitor and the related supplies. Eligible individuals include those with type 1 diabetes who are at risk of severe hypoglycemia or who are unable to recognize, or communicate […]

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Government of Canada Website: Programs and Services for Seniors

To ensure our later years are healthy, safe and secure the Canadian Government has an excellent website describing the many programs and services that are available to seniors. You will find a wealth of information under the following main topics: Canada Pension Plan Guaranteed Income Supplement Old Age Security Caregiving Benefits Your Health Safe at

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McMaster University: Heart Health: Separating Fact from Fiction

The following is quoted from the McMaster University Optimal Aging Portal website. February is heart month in Canada, a time to raise awareness around the importance of cardiovascular health and the things that can impact it. Heart disease affects over 2.5 million Canadians each year and is the second-leading cause of death in Canada. Luckily,

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Government of Ontario Long Term Care Homefinder Website

The Ontario government has created an excellent website where you can find out how to choose a long term care home, how to apply, and what happens when you move in.  Please click HERE to visit this excellent website. Or copy and paste this link into your browser https://www.ontario.ca/page/long-term-care-ontario Find out about different care options to

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