A lot of talk centers around ideas regarding what today’s seniors need and want. And many times, when people talk about what’s best for seniors and their needs today, the conversation gets steered to what works best for family members and other loved ones. But what do today’s seniors really want out of life and […]
These days, people are living lives that are much different from previous generations. Maybe technology has something to do with it, or perhaps it has something to do with the way our world is so connected, but today’s typical senior is living a life that looks nothing like what their life might have looked like […]
When an aging family member or loved one can’t live safely on their own anymore, there are numerous options available today, ranging from non medical in-home care a couple of times a week to full, 24-hour care in a skilled nursing facility. Today, there are more answers available than ever before, particularly on the in-home […]
The discussion around senior care often involves a lot of “big-picture” thinking about topics like health, end-of-life concerns, deterioration of brain function and other high-level concepts. There’s no doubt that these topics are important to seniors, their families and the senior community, as a whole, but when it comes to providing the best care for […]
We’ve been focusing on senior health and wellbeing in the blog lately with advice on making easy meals and getting the most out of doctor visits. But the best way to ensure the highest level of healthy living for a senior loved one is to focus on the kitchen. A healthy body is not built […]
It’s a fact of life for seniors that going to the doctor is a regular occurrence. When people get older, their bodies become more fragile, and they often become more susceptible to disease and other illnesses. And when illnesses are contracted, they tend to last longer than they did when they were younger. Senior care […]
When a person is young, it can feel like they have all the time in the world. Think back to your school days, and you’ll probably call to mind events that seemed to last forever. Or remember when you had your children and it seemed like they would remain kids for all eternity. But, as […]
For many people, the change in seasons means a chance to change the wardrobe and the way the home is decorated. For others, it means a home that’s transformed from the absence of children who have gone back to school. For everyone, it’s a time for the menu of dinner options to change. Cooler temperatures […]
With fall just around the corner, people all over are going through their closets to reassess their wardrobes. Out are the Bermuda shorts and sandals. In are sweaters and comfy boots. Dressing appropriately for the climate is something that keeps people comfortable, and it provides an opportunity to bring some different flair and style to […]
As you’ve gotten older, you may have noticed that your sleep patterns have changed over time. As a younger individual, you may have experienced long periods of deep, full unconscious sleep with lots of time spent in “dreamland.” You also probably slept more, in general, when you had a younger body. If you didn’t get […]
