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In today's fast-paced world, the benefits of convenience and personalized services are becoming more apparent. One such service that is popular, especially with family caregivers is the use of Tuktu’s personal shopper for their aging parents or loved ones. This service is not about luxury or indulgence; it is a practical solution for many seniors who face challenges with mobility, transportation, or simply the energy it takes to manage shopping.

As people age, their need for having support, companionship and constant care increases. Having a companion in your senior years can have a huge impact on the mental, emotional and even physical well-being of an individual.

The issue of social isolation and loneliness among older adults in Canada is a growing concern, with significant health consequences. Close to 41% of Canadians aged over the age of 50 face risk of social isolation and 58% in the age category have experienced loneliness. Social-isolation and loneliness has severe negative health consequences, with some research likening it to the equivalent of smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

Hearing the diagnosis of dementia for the first time can be a cause of immense anxiety. You may feel like you are faced with a future suddenly filled with uncertainty. The realization that a loved one is facing this condition brings a flood of emotions — fear, sadness, and confusion.

In the Bolivian Amazon, the Indigenous Tsimane and Moseten people have some of the lowest rates of dementia. A 2022 study published by the University of Southern California found these two Indigenous groups to have a prevalence of 1% in comparison to the 7.1% prevalence of dementia in populations 65 years and older in Canada. The researchers theorize the pre-industrial, subsistence lifestyle likely protects older Tsimane and Moseten people from dementia.