Expert Advice from Marie Fay, OTR, DRS, Dementia Care Specialist and Founder of NorthStar Dementia The term Dementia describes a group of symptoms that impact memory and other thinking skills. The symptoms of dementia are caused by a number of underlying disease processes, of which Alzheimer’s disease is the most common (~70% of cases). Dementia is a progressive condition, which...

Expert Advice from Keelin Hankin, RD, Registered Dietitian at Island Nutrition Good nutrition is important at any age but as we get older there may be some nutrients that we need to focus on more than before. We covered this topic to a wonderful audience at a recent Age Concern event and thought we would share our advice, tips, and tricks to the rest of Bermuda on maintaining good nutrition as we age....

Expert Advice from Gwendolyn E. Creary, ParentGuide LLC “Infants make meaning from their interactions with their adults. They begin to understand who they are by how we respond to them from birth.” During the first few years of her counselling career Gwendolyn worked abroad, providing services for adult patients who had chronic mental illnesses and developmental challenges.  She was then...

The security of one’s home is a top priority for every homeowner. While it is impossible to completely eliminate the risk of burglary, theft or other security threats, there are steps that can be taken to mitigate these risks and keep your home and family safe. Carlton Crockwell, Chief Executive Officer at Security Associates brings us eight tips for home security that every homeowner should...

Airy, spacious, and inviting, ‘Next Level’ is a game changer for Bermuda residents. Operating during regular Lindo’s shopping hours with plenty of parking of its own, the new addition located at the next level up from Lindo’s Devonshire completes “the one stop grocery shop”.  The complete complex operates Monday – Saturday 7:00am – 7:00pm. Prices are competitive and with large isles,...

H&H Plumbing, a leading plumbing service provider in Bermuda, is upping the game this year with the aim to enhance the customer experience and provide more value. The new and expanded services include Dab Pump Technology, Hot Water Heaters, Project Estimation Services, and Leak Detection Services. Dab Pump Technology uses advanced variable speed drive pump systems that can save energy and reduce water...

Work is very close to final completion on this new state of the art courier facility on Canal Road in Pembroke with the Logistics Centre for IBC, UPS and ZipX now up and running. The centre features a network based Longse CCTV camera system, WX door access control system, 4G LTE / IP dual path monitored VES Elite RS fire detection system and a 4G LTE / IP dual path monitored Honeywell intrusion &...

Bermuda Waterworks Limited operates two Reverse Osmosis plants. The Utility water is distributed via pipelines to parts of Devonshire, the city of Hamilton and to some of the western parishes. The company provides a top up water supply for clients’ tanks and it’s price competitive, since 1000 gallons cost $29.85 (if paid before the discount date) versus $120 for a typical truck load of water. The...

Expert Advice from Akilah Swan, Principle Designer & Creative Director at Aina Curated When it comes to home design and renovation there’s no question that the bathroom contributes to the overall feel of the house as well as its value. Whether it’s a simple refresh or a major overhaul consider the following strategies for a successful bathroom design. 1. Maximise the Daylighting Who doesn’t...

Expert Advice from Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but, as much as awareness matters, breast health education and tools for early detection – like mammograms and proper self-exams are needed year-round. They can reduce deaths and allow for a world where women and men feel empowered with knowledge and confidence to report breast changes and participate in...