When providing care for a loved one, you must first take care of your own physical and mental health. Your capacity to support and address another’s needs is directly correlated to your time spent recharging and renewing yourself. Recent research [...]
As a parent or close family member ages, you could be thrust into the role of primary caregiver, often with minimal experience of what this entails. You might feel overwhelmed or unsure of how to cope with your loved one’s [...]
Maybe you’ve never heard the term “sandwich generation,” or perhaps you’re currently a part of this unique group. No matter the case, read on to learn more about the sandwich generation and how to cope with its challenges. [...]
We often think of memory care and assisted living for seniors in the context of the individual, but what does this look like for couples who want to leverage these resources together? As we celebrate Social Wellness Month, we’re honing [...]
The aging process can be full of happiness, joy, and enjoyable new experiences. However, it’s also a process that can involve many complex changes and new challenges—such as memory issues, like dementia. […]
Searching for the right assisted living community can feel overwhelming at first, but as you carefully organize your approach and focus on the needs of the individual, finding the right match might be easier than you think. To help alleviate [...]
Though the risk of heart disease may increase with age, it doesn’t mean that seniors need to slow down: by making a few simple and consistent lifestyle changes, you can improve your heart health and lessen the chance for future [...]
Everyone deserves love and companionship in their lives— and seniors are no exception. But meeting potential partners as an older person can be particularly tricky. Thankfully, online dating for seniors is a great way to make connections, start relationships, and [...]
The practices of mindfulness and meditation are widely utilized by many individuals seeking to reduce symptoms of anxiety in their daily routines. For those diagnosed with dementia and their network of caregivers, this same practice can have many positive benefits. [...]
The early signs of Alzheimer’s are often very subtle, which makes them difficult to spot. They may even be mistaken for regular aging, especially because many common effects of getting older (like slight forgetfulness) are similar to Alzheimer’s symptoms. [...]
As we grow older, many of us lose the ability to manage our own affairs. It often becomes the responsibility of adult children to make decisions for their parents and to ensure they receive the best care possible. [...]
When you’re caring for an older loved one, it’s easy to neglect yourself. Unfortunately, this is especially true when your loved one has dementia or Alzheimer’s, as both require diligent and focused care. Many times, those caring for loved ones [...]