Feb 11, 2020
The need for company, love, and support lasts a lifetime. As we age, we do not grow wise enough that we can keep ourselves company…we require meaningful human interaction; our well-being and cognitive skills depend on it. Unfortunately, aging adults, especially...
Jan 15, 2020
It can be said that sometimes a lack of information can lead to the spread of misinformation and myths. At times, misinformation can be harmless and rather benign, but, when it comes to your health or the health of those in your care, misinformation can lead to rather...
Dec 3, 2019
It’s that time of year where families get together, friends reunite, and memories are made! No one wants to be left out, intentionally or unintentionally…but, it can happen! Not all outings and plans are friendly to those who have mobility issues. The Tri-State area...
Nov 14, 2019
As we approach the holiday season, navigating the challenges of caring for an aging adult can be magnified under the lens of family get-togethers and keeping decade-long traditions alive. There is a palpable pull between honoring the traditions of past holidays and...
Oct 17, 2019
Habits are hard to form…. Well, good habits are hard to form, right? Why does it seem like the worst things for our bodies are the easiest to consistently do? Staying active can be one of those habits that can forever change the landscape of your future. Much easier...
Sep 19, 2019
A caregiver is someone who helps another with daily basic tasks; someone who might be temporarily ill, disabled, or have long-term health problems. There are many forms of caregivers, professional and non-professional. Those who are paid, and those who go unpaid....
Aug 7, 2019
One of the most frightening things to witness is an older adult falling; it’s an experience that can leave your feeling helpless and squabbling to help and find the most immediate solution. There is guilt that whatever caused the fall could have been prevented, there...
Jul 5, 2019
We’re in the throws of summer, it’s what we wish for all year long…warm summer days filled with sunshine and a little bit more freedom and care-free living. Family gatherings, day trips, sight-seeing…all of the summer activities that we look forward to all...
Jun 10, 2019
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May 2, 2019
Monitoring our diet as we age is especially important because malnutrition can be associated with a weakened immune system and the inability to quickly heal from an ailment or sickness. There are many different conflicting opinions about nutrient supplements, vitamin...
