Marriage in the Golden Years
Unmarried couples in their golden years have some unique considerations to navigate if they choose to get married. Even if your children are grown and out of the house, your blended family may experience power struggles, insecurities, and conflicted feelings, not to mention decisions around inheritances. No matter what the issues, it is best to […]
5 Ways to Care for Caregivers: Part 2
We continued our conversation about ways that you can help care for caregivers below: Check out Part 1:
Travel Prep for Seniors
As Fall arrives many seniors start planning for vacationing during the winter months. Preparation for safe travels will provide peace of mind for you and your loved one. Many seniors have the means to travel and enjoy a sunny vacation, but they should be sure to keep these travel tips in mind when planning a […]
Benefits of Exercise
As we age, our immune system changes. Immunosensescence is defined as immune dysregulation as we age. It is related to an increased susceptibility to infections, autoimmune diseases, tumors, metabolic diseases, osteoporosis, and neurologic disorders. Studies support that habitual exercise is capable of improving the regulation of the immune system and delaying the onset of immunosenescence. […]
Helping Your Parents Accept Help at Home
Oftentimes when older adults need extra help at home the biggest hurdle is getting them to accept the help. We see it time and time again, adult children are faced with resistance from the senior loved one. The seniors are overwhelmed, feel that the added assistance is permanent and are fearful of what lies ahead. […]
Senior Care Assessments Around the Holidays
The holidays are a time for families to gather and enjoy one another’s company. Oftentimes many of us are traveling into our hometowns and visiting our aging parents and loved ones we may not see often. As we are enjoying these special times and making memories, it is important to keep our senior loved ones […]
Questions To Ask Home Care Agencies
Choosing the right home care agency for your aging loved one is an incredibly important decision. Making sure that their needs are met and cared for by an agency that is capable and competent is something that clients’ families prioritize. There are many questions that should be top of mind when it comes to weighing […]
When to Consider In-Home Care and What Type is Best for Your Loved One
Deciding to look into in-home care for your aging loved one is a big step and approaching the situation the proper way is critical since it is such a sensitive topic. Having proper discussion both with your senior loved one and with other family members is important as well. Oftentimes, families prefer to coordinate times […]
