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Cognitive health is your brain’s ability to think clearly, learn, remember, focus, and make decisions. It allows you to manage daily tasks, stay independent, maintain relationships, volunteer, travel, and continue contributing to your community.

As we age, it’s normal to notice subtle changes. Processing speed may slow down. Multitasking can become more challenging. You might occasionally misplace your keys or struggle to find a word. These experiences are common and often part of healthy aging.

The encouraging news is that many factors influencing cognitive health are within your control.

On the North Shore, more than one in three residents is 55 or older. That’s something to celebrate. It also means many of us are navigating retirement, changing routines, and evolving social circles at the same time. If your world feels a little quieter than it once did, you’re not alone. Staying socially connected isn’t just “nice to have”, it’s a powerful part of protecting your health, independence, and sense of purpose as you age.

Most adults, including older adults, need seven to nine hours of sleep each night. While you may find yourself going to bed earlier and waking earlier than you used to, your body still needs the same amount of restorative sleep.

As we age, many of us think more about future health decisions and what matters most to us. Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) is one option available in Canada. This article explains what MAiD is, who may qualify, and how it works in British Columbia.

MAiD is a legal and voluntary medical service. It allows an eligible adult to request help from a doctor or nurse practitioner to end their life. The goal of MAiD is to relieve intolerable suffering caused by a serious and incurable medical condition.