Balance is an integral part of our health; when we maintain balance, we also build strength and improve flexibility, leading to better overall wellness. A focus on balance for seniors can also decrease chances of falls or injury and help [...]
If you’re a caregiver or have a loved one who requires care, you may have heard the term respite care. However, you might be wondering, “What type of care is respite care, exactly?” Respite care is short-term care that provides [...]
When it comes to your health, there are a million places you can turn to (especially on the web). So, how do seniors know where to go? Whether you or a loved one needs some extra support or has unanswered [...]
Staying active can be a challenge for older adults who live alone. Unfortunately, traditional senior living communities are generally not thought to be conducive to an active lifestyle. Terms like “nursing home” infer that your loved one will have few [...]
An internet search on adult coloring yields an abundance of articles. Many of them are from clinicians and care facilities that treat older adults living with Alzheimer’s or memory loss. The use of coloring books for seniors is relaxing and [...]
When searching for senior living options for yourself or a loved one, it can be overwhelming to try and find the perfect fit. It’s okay to feel a little worried—that just means you care! To help you start your search [...]
This is a guest post with resources from our partners Mindful Transitions, LLC and Alliant Quality. Recognizing signs of depression in older loved ones can be difficulty. Our partners put together these resources to help assess if you or an [...]
Being a caregiver can often feel both difficult and rewarding. Whether it’s for your profession or a loved one (or sometimes both), your work has a significant impact on the quality of life of those you help. For those that [...]
Many things change with age: physical health and appearance, cognitive abilities, and even personality. People are often surprised to learn that sleep also changes as we grow older. Almost half of older adults report trouble falling or staying asleep. Whether [...]
One of the main difficulties that older adults and their caregivers face is something many of us don’t give a second thought—getting dressed. An estimated 30 percent of seniors require assistance with dressing. This figure increases to 38 percent if [...]
For seniors, education doesn’t stop with age. You’re never too old to learn something new, whether it’s exploring an old passion or taking a class on a favorite subject. Classes for seniors come in all sizes, prices and difficulty levels. [...]
It’s a common myth that keeping an elder loved one in their home and bringing in healthcare options, as needed, will be cheaper and easier than transitioning to a senior living community. However, this isn’t taking into account the costs, [...]