For caregivers, the holiday season can be a wonderful time of year to participate in carols, cookie baking or decorations. Amid all of this excitement, anxieties and stressors of the day-to-day provider responsibilities remain and sometimes become heightened amid new [...]
The holiday season is upon us. Most people look forward to festivities, gift-giving, good food and quality family time. Caregivers might also feel a surge of anxiety. You wonder where you’ll find the time and energy to recreate your family [...]
Adjusting to retirement can be unexpectedly difficult. How you imagined it: “I can’t wait to retire. No more alarm clocks. I can do anything I want. It’s going to be amazing!” How you really feel: “I’m so bored, I miss [...]
You may speak with your aging parent on the phone frequently, but COVID concerns have likely kept you away recently. Hopefully, you have the opportunity to visit this holiday season. Seeing your loved one in person is great for spending [...]
Books for caregivers are an excellent resource when taking care of a loved one. Whether you’re caring for an aging parent or family member with dementia, it can be incredibly challenging, especially when you’re unsure where to start. Educating yourself [...]
As your loved one ages, it can be difficult to balance their independence while also protecting them from consequences of their health issues, especially for those with cognitive disorders. Advance directives can help prioritize your loved one’s wishes as their [...]
For an individual with dementia, keeping the mind active and stimulated every day is key. As a caregiver, you have the unique opportunity to plan activities that accomplish this goal in a fun and engaging way. During the fall and [...]
Mental health for seniors can often be neglected. Life gets in the way with children and grandchildren, retiring, downsizing or an increased focus on physical health. As we age, we know it’s more important than ever to take care of [...]
Making the transition to community living for seniors can be both exciting and challenging. The move brings ease to aging adults’ lives, but also the challenge of building new relationships. Many older adults live alone or with just their partners [...]
As of last year, Johns Creek, Georgia, was named one of Money’s 20 most desirable cities to live in the United States. Located just 40 minutes from the metropolitan bustle of Atlanta, this suburban community is diverse, secure, friendly and [...]
Whether for you or a loved one, moving into a senior community can be an exciting opportunity to expand your social circle, enjoy new experiences and thrive in the next phase of life. When it comes to picking out the [...]
With COVID-19 still surging throughout much of the world, it’s vital now more than ever to focus on healthy, immune-boosting foods. While a healthy diet won’t promise protection from COVID-19, having a strong, healthy immune system can help people recover [...]