This Winter has seemed very long for most of us throughout the country and many are counting the days till the warmer weather is upon us. But we've made it through the worst and Spring truly is just around the corner! No matter your age,...
Dealing with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory loss diseases can sometimes be counter-intuitive. Often what makes most sense for you, the caregiver; may not be the best approach for your loved one. Here are some practical tips provided by Caregiver.org in dealing with dementia care: Being...
It's the golden age of the tablet. They seem to be a staple of everyday life, for most of us that is, and that shouldn't exclude seniors. At first these tech savvy devices may seem daunting to the elderly but with some easy research the...
All those little annoyances in the house like a narrow doorway or having to kick in the bottom of the garage door because it has become misaligned with the house settling in, can significantly hamper your aging loved ones mobility throughout the home. Fortunately, you...
Having long being cursed as the day to single out singles, Valentine’s Day has had a bad rap. This Valentine’s day take the time to celebrate the spirit of love with all. Take the time to prepare a home cooked meal with your family, make...
When I came across this article in AARP, I was moved to read what Watertown, WI has done for their residents. Taking even the small steps to educate the town on dementia and as a result help those members of their community thrive. What if...
It’s definitely that time of year! The bitter cold has been hitting most of the US and causing us all to dream of the bliss of a warm summer morning. But until that time comes, there are extra precautions we can take in this blistery weather....
"It is not the years in your life but the life in your years that counts." Read that quote recently and had to think on it for a few moments. Life in your years...
There are many different roles we play in our lives. Student, employee, counselor, friend, son, mother, daughter, husband, wife - and the list goes on and on. At some point, you might have to put on the "caregiver hat"providing the much needed support and love to...
Now that the New Year is upon us maybe it's time for a little decluttering? The hustle and bustle of the season can lend itself to chaos and why not start the year off right by "purging" the unnecessary in your life. Or perhaps helping...