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Our team is dedicated to bringing you quality products combined with traditional values and down-to-earth service. Since our humble beginnings in 1926, we have been providing the lower mainland with first-rate products and quality services. We take pride in being one of the leading providers of everything from pharmaceutical products to home health care supplies in Vancouver. We hope our list of blog articles can provide you with some information on how to live independently and confidently in your own home. From healthy sleepy patterns to fitness tips for seniors, browse our list of articles for information on how to improve your daily life.
MHHC’s Guide to Mobility Scooters
February 22, 2016Click here for everything you need to know about mobility scooters so you can make an informed decision when investing in such a vital piece of homecare equipment.
10 Inexpensive Gadgets as Aids to Daily Living
February 5, 2016Here MacDonalds HHC, we take medical health care products and aids to daily living very seriously. Read on to see our top 10 list of gadgets designed to help seniors age in place.
Three Must-Have Bathroom Aids for a Senior-Safe Bathroom
January 19, 2016If you’re modifying your bathroom to prepare to age in place, check out this quick guide to three bathroom aids for the ultimate senior-safe bathroom.
Mobility Scooter replaced by Vancouver community after theft
January 15, 2016Heather Wood suffers from multiple sclerosis, and while she can manage to walk short distances indoors, she depends on her mobility scooter to get around outside of her home. On December 8, 2015, Woods, a Vancouver resident, was literally left trapped in her own house after someone stole her mobility scooter from the front of […]
Vicair Wheelchair Cushion Review: When, Why & Where with Jane Fontein
January 8, 2016Jane Fontein, occupational therapist with 30 years of experience, will visit Macdonald’s Home Health Care on January 20 to review the newest addition to the Vicair wheelchair cushion line – the Vector O2 washable cushion. As always we will be serving up some delicious food from The Dirty Apron Deli! Jane Fontein has been an Occupational Therapist for more […]
Grab Bars and 6 Tips For Creating A Senior-Friendly Bathroom
December 14, 2015With their slippery surfaces, cluttered walking paths and lack of hand grips, bathrooms are hazardous environments for any individual, and especially so for seniors. In this article, we explore seven must-have accessories for the elderly that are designed to create the perfect senior-friendly bathroom.
9 Tips for Keeping Seniors Active
December 12, 2015For seniors aging in place, there are many obstacles to overcome. The benefits of keeping seniors active provide a solid base to overcome these obstacles with flying colors. Read on for a comprehensive look at how to keep seniors physically active.
Therapist Appreciation Christmas Breakfast
December 11, 2015Visit us on December 17th for our annual Therapist Appreciation Breakfast! We look forward to this every year so that we can have a chance to thank you all for your support throughout the year. As always, we will be serving up some delicious food from The Dirty Apron Deli! ***This event will be […]
The Importance of the Perfect Fitting Wheelchair
December 9, 2015Mobility aids are an essential element of senior health care. Here, we take an in-depth look at mobility aids, and highlight some of the aspects you should consider when choosing the perfect fitting wheelchair.