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 […]
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 […]
When families hear ‘palliative care,’ they might not immediately associate it with ongoing support from the point of a cancer diagnosis or realize its focus on enhancing the quality of life alongside curative treatments. Yet, palliative care offers a vital layer of comfort, symptom management, and emotional support. Even more empowering is the knowledge that […]
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 […]
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 […]
Every year on October 12th, we honor those who face the challenges of arthritis every day. It is a time to bring awareness to the condition and encourage others to be compassionate about their friends and family who might be diagnosed with arthritis. We can support our loved ones by helping them find fun ways […]
September 28th is National Good Neighbor Day, which aims to improve community engagement and reverse the growing trend of isolation in neighborhoods. This trend leads to more loneliness and fewer friendships among neighbors. Lack of community support and isolation has hit seniors the hardest, as they are most prone to losing their social connections as […]
One in four adults in the United States has been diagnosed with a painful joint condition known as arthritis. The two most common types are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is caused by the mechanical wear and tear on the body’s joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system attacks […]
Remembering when to set our clocks an hour ahead or an hour behind is difficult enough for the average person. Making such changes in the lives of seniors, especially those who already face the challenges of memory disorders, can have adverse effects. When a senior relies on routine to get through the day, disrupting that […]
In many cultures, the elder members of a family or group are revered beyond measure. This is due to their value as keepers of the traditions and stories. Seniors can pass along their lifetime of experience and knowledge to the next generation through storytelling and related activities. Traditions, histories, and culture are a big part […]
