Are you worried about staying safe behind the wheel? As a person ages, the specific skills necessary for safe driving begin to deteriorate. Eyesight and hearing worsen, reflexes slow and cognitive functions decline. Even though older adults are less likely to practice risky driving behaviours, a person’s chances of being in a fatal car accident begin to increase at age 75.
We live in a fast-paced world, and stress can come from just about anywhere. Both at home and at work, the effects of long-term stress (physical health problems, trouble concentrating, anxiety, depression, anger and even suicide) can be devastating.
A pipe bursts, a hose blows or a steady drip goes unnoticed for months. Whatever causes a leak, it usually results in a messy, costly problem. In fact, the Insurance Bureau of Canada reports that the insurance industry pays $1.7 billion dollars in claims each year for water damage.