Key Takeaways: A Season for Connection and Support Each year, the holiday season offers families a chance to come together, be thankful, and celebrate one another. From baking cookies and sharing meals to singing carols, we all cannot wait to make memories. The holiday season is a time of joy, connection and family tradition. For […]
Key Takeaways: As we age, our ability to participate in the hobbies we’ve always loved comes with new challenges. Often, these challenges prevent our loved ones from finding joy in these activities. Especially if doing so potentially creates a health hazard for your senior. One hobby that can sometimes fall to the wayside due to […]
Do you have a senior loved one, who is normally very active, that has suddenly started to decline invitations, take more naps, or seem to lose interest in their hobbies? Senior fatigue is a common experience, and while some fatigue is a normal part of aging, a persistent and overwhelming sense of fatigue is something […]
Home care often brings to mind the elderly, but it benefits many, from post-op recovery to chronic illness management, helping maintain independence. This common misconception hinders families from realizing their potential. Informed decisions are crucial for loved ones. Understanding home care options goes a long way toward easing the burden families often feel when their […]
For most of us, our eyes are the first way we encounter the world. As the old saying goes, eyes are the window to the soul. But what happens when your eyesight starts to change, making your vision not as sharp as it once was? While some vision changes are a natural part of aging, […]
When we think about our aging loved ones, we often overlook how stressful the current changes in their lives can be. While stress affects everyone, seniors experience it differently due to health changes, loss of independence, and shifting social connections—all while possibly belonging to generations where mental health discussions were uncommon. As the ones in […]
Stroke recovery is a journey that marks the beginning of reclaiming a stroke survivor’s independence and quality of life. When someone experiences a stroke, it can affect various aspects of their functioning — from movement and speech to cognitive abilities and holistic well-being. While the recovery process can sometimes be challenging, it can lead to […]
It’s a new year. Holiday celebrations have come to a close, and life’s routine is starting to return. For some, this transition from a lot of activity back to normalcy is easy, but for seniors who are struggling with seasonal affective disorder, this can be a challenging time. With the turn of the calendar, the […]
It’s that time of the year again. The holidays are in full swing, families are coming together to celebrate, and cold weather has arrived. Most find that spending quality time with loved ones during the holidays is their number one priority. However, for the seniors in your life, boosting their immunity and preventing illness may […]
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is a condition that affects 38.4 million Americans; 29.2% of those individuals are above the age of 65. This makes it one of the more common chronic conditions that affects seniors. With the holidays upon us, it can feel daunting to adjust your food plans to fit your loved […]
