Articles
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AprCompanions
Rising Above the Post-Holiday Blues While Supporting Aging Parents
While it's normal to feel a bit down after the festive season, for those of us with aging parents to support, the blues can be even more challenging....
08
DecCompanions
Letting Go of Guilt: Supporting Your Loved One’s Journey to Assisted Living
In the world of caregiving, a journey paved with unconditional love and compassion, we often find ourselves standing at the crossroads of guilt and de...
10
JulCompanions
The Future of Aging In Place – The Role Of Technology To Foster Independence
There’s a growing number of seniors who choose to age in place. This approach encourages seniors to maintain their independence while living in the fa...
07
JulCompanions
A Guide for Supporting Your Aging Parents (Part 3) – Fostering Independence and Quality of Life
Physical and mental health are foundational in the journey of aging in place.
06
JulCompanions
The Future of Aging In Place- The Role Of Companion & Lifestyle Services
If you have a loved one who’s growing older, you’ve likely heard about the concept of ‘Aging in Place.’ It’s about making the golden years truly golde...
06
JulCompanions
How To Complete A Needs Assessment For Aging Parents – and Why It Matters.
Imagine a full check-up, but for your loved one’s entire lifestyle. That’s exactly what a Needs Assessment for aging in place is all about. It’s like...
06
JulCompanions
Debunking 3 Common Myths About Aging & Older Adults – #3 Might Surprise You
He US Surgeon General recently published a paper on Isolation that sheds more light on the devastating effects of isolation and especially among vul...
06
JulHousekeepers
A Guide for Supporting Your Aging Parents (Part 2) – How To Help Loved Ones Age In Place
When Preet’s dad started having difficulty climbing the stairs, he realized how crucial it was to modify his living environment for his safety and ind...
05
JulCompanions
A Guide for Supporting Your Aging Parents (Part 1) – Encouraging Independence and Well-being
Welcome to the first part of our 3-Part series that focuses on supporting our aging parents as they transition to a stage of independent living.
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JunCompanions
No More Financial Abuse
Alvina’s computer screen glowed red, and a menacing message popped up. It listed a number that Alvina had to call to regain access. Her computer was b...
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MayCompanions
Top Tips and Tricks For Staying Independent after 60
As an independent, active individual, you probably envision yourself aging in the comfort of your own home and living independently for as long as pos...
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07
AprCompanions
19 Best apps for Active, Social Seniors
Your smartphone has driven lots of those changes–we now carry these devices everywhere, and they can do so much more than help us talk with friends an...
04
AprCompanions
Caring For Your Aging Loved Once From a Distance
In Canada, there are more than 8 million informal caregivers offering unpaid assistance and support to older family members and friends facing myriad...
04
AprCompanions
Living Your Best Life at Home
Home is where the heart is. It’s the place where we’ve enjoyed the best moments of our lives with our spouses, children, family, and friends. Our home...
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MarPet lovers
Pet Ownership: Benefits For Older Adult
That is why Alice, 68, decided to adopt a small dog. Alice was retired, and her husband had passed away. Living on her own for the first time in her l...
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FebCompanions
Good Times Never Get old: Why Companionship is Crucial During Our Golden Years
People are inherently social, which is why regular human contact is so important for our health and well-being. Unfortunately, as we age, many of the...
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JanTech helpers
Tuktu - Technology That Powers Shared Experience
If you like to be inspired, we highly recommend you follow our blog! Here we will share stories that warm your heart – and remind you of the beauty of...
News
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Mar‘Uber for health care’: Tuktu Care launches in Markham with Canada's first on-demand community care platform
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Copy article link Tuktu Care is expanding its territory from British Columbia to Ontario with Canada’s first on-demand community care platform, designed to alleviate some of the pressures faced by the health-care system.
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MarSENIOR CARE APP “TUKTU” CREATES NETWORK OF COMMUNITY HELPERS
VANCOUVER ISLAND – For those of us with aging parents, ensuring quality-of-life and applying care can be a full-time job.
11
MarTuktu an Innovative Model for Senior Care that Integrates Community-Based Work and Support Services for Seniors Via Their Platform
The app serves as a technological platform where seniors and their family members can request a service within the community, with a focus on only local caregivers.
11
MarHonoring the Need to Age with Dignity: Tutku Care Uses Smart Technology to Personalize and Transform Senior Care
For people who are past retirement, aging can be challenging and often lonely.For people who are past retirement, aging can be challenging and often lonely. During this phase of life, what matters is having a sense of physical and emotional stability.
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MarHonoring the Need to Age with Dignity: Tutku Care Uses Smart Technology to Personalize and Transform Senior Care 2
For people who are past retirement, aging can be challenging and often lonely. During this phase of life, what matters is having a sense of physical and emotional stability.
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MarTuktu an Innovative Model for Senior Care that Integrates Community-Based Work and Support Services for Seniors Via Their Platform 2
The app serves as a technological platform where seniors and their family members can request a service within the community, with a focus on only local caregivers.
08
JanMade-in-B.C. service for seniors offering on-demand care expands to Interior
On-demand delivery services are available for everything from rides to grocery shopping — and now, for those in the Interior, even seniors' care can be summoned and hired through an app.
08
JanInnovative Family Care Management platform Tuktu launches seed raise for $2M
Funding will be used to grow Tuktu's community-based care platform in Canada and the US; the fundraise is open to Funds, Angel and retail investors
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MarEntrepreneur Interview: Rustam Sengupta, Tuktu Care
Rustam Sengupta is a serial entrepreneur who is extremely passionate about senior care technology, climate change and renewable energy – and wears multiple hats.
Podcast
When I’m 64
Podcast about navigating aging
Embracing the joys, challenges, and profound questions that arise as we navigate growing older and assisting our loved ones along the way.
Tools
Holistic Health:
Assessment tool for aging loved ones
Figure out what kind of support your loved one needs, track their situation, and access customized care plans.
The Age in Place Roadmap
A 5-day email course
A Practical Roadmap to Supporting Your Aging Parents Living Healthy & Independent.
