My mother made the decision to move into a retirement home earlier this year. She moved from Toronto to a home closer to us. We helped her choose a place that she wouuld be comfortable in, and were shocked to find the price of a decent retirement home in Niagara costs around $6,000 / month. At the tender age of 95, mom’s happy in her new place but often comments on how she wishes it didn’t cost so much. In Canada, the average cost of a retirement home in a major city is around $45,000 per year for a single person. Over time, these costs can dramatically eat into a family’s finances and erode a senior’s hard-earned savings.
Being able to stay in one’s home as one ages is what many people hope to do. It’s comfortable and familiar, and “aging in place” helps maintain one’s sense of dignity and independence. The challenge is that aging is accompanied by sarcopenia – the natural loss of muscle mass and function. To live independently, one needs to be strong enough to manage the activities of daily living. The inability to carry groceries, climb stairs, or get up from a chair without help are all signs of sarcopenia. Weakness leads to reduced mobility and a higher risk of falls, which is the number one reason seniors lose their independence.
Aging in Place with KAATSU
Used daily, many KAATSU users report they are able to maintain or improve their strength, balance, and endurance. The investment in KAATSU can save thousands of dollars and improve one’s well-being. KAATSU enhances blood circulation, supports joint health, and can even help improve cognitive function by increasing blood flow and oxygen deliver to the brain. Seniors can stay stronger, reduce their risk of falls, remain active and independent, and delay the need for a retirement home.
KAATSU equipment costs a fraction of a single year’s retirement home fees. It is probably one of the smartest investments seniors can make to maintain their independence. KAATSU is an easy way to help maintain your strength, your independence, and realize significant savings.
Disclaimer: KAATSU protocols have not been evaluated by Health Canada. KAATSU is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and its use should be evaluated by your own physician before use.