Assisted Living Safety and Security: What Families Should Know
Many wonder about assisted living safety and if it truly protects our loved ones. Making the decision to seek residential care for a family member can be difficult. Many older...
What to Look for When Visiting Aging Parents
Visiting loved ones as they age can be a deeply meaningful experience, but it also comes with a responsibility to ensure their well-being. During these visits, it's essential to be...
Healthy Aging: When Should Seniors Stop Driving
As a loved one ages, concerns about their ability to continue driving safely may arise. For many of us, driving symbolizes freedom and independence. However, it's essential to acknowledge promptly...
Preserving Family Stories: Keep Your History Alive
Sharing family stories is a powerful way to keep our personal history alive. By narrating both the best and most challenging life experiences, we can get the whole picture of...
Recognizing Alzheimer’s Disease and the Benefits of Memory Care
Over 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and 3 million new cases are diagnosed each year. More than 747,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia....
Tips for Making the Holidays Less Stressful & More Joyous for Family Caregivers
The holidays are right around the corner. This magical time of year begins with Thanksgiving dinner and stretches through New Year’s Day, full of special times spent with family, creating...
Taking Care of Older Adults: Top 5 Caregiving Tips
The National Alliance for Caregiving and the AARP estimate that more than 53 million Americans are family caregivers: People of all ages who provide care, support, and assistance for a...
When Returning Home Isn’t an Immediate Option
Post-hospitalization care for older adults, especially after a serious medical event, does not always include going back home.
National Long Term Care Planning Month
October is National Long Term Care Planning Month, the ideal opportunity to consider a strategy for the future. According to the National Institute on Aging, when considering long term care,...
Understanding Depression
Feeling blue or melancholy is common, with many people relating to those emotions. Recognizing the difference between sadness and depression is important, especially in older adults. The National Institute of...
Supporting Emotional Wellness for Seniors
The way that you handle daily stress can provide a window into your overall emotional state. October is Emotional Wellness Month, an ideal opportunity to take stock of how we...
Mindful Aging: How to Keep Your Brain Sharp
Did you know? Our brains get much of their power from 100 billion nerve cells, or neurons, that control reading, remembering, deciding, moving and other activities that involve thinking and...
What You Need to Know About Caregiver Burnout When Caring for Seniors
According to AARP, almost 48 million Americans provide unpaid care to an adult relative or loved one. Many spend the equivalent of a workday or longer providing care in ways...
Having ‘The Talk’: How to Discuss Assisted Living With Siblings
In the journey of discussing assisted living options with aging parents or loved ones, the involvement of siblings or family caregivers can significantly influence the process.
A Season of Reflection for National Assisted Living Week
There is a very good chance that someone you know has worked or resided in an assisted living environment. According to the American Health Care Association, there are over 30,000...
Unlock Joy and Wellness with Creative Hobbies for Seniors
Have you always wanted to write a novel? Play the piano? Paint a sunset? Now is the perfect time to pick up some art supplies or grab an instrument. September...