According to the AARP, 90 percent of seniors desire to stay in their own homes rather than live in a retirement community/home. This trend, known as aging-in-place, is expected to continue growing in ...
Most of the topics that we discuss in our blog center around the many different ways that we as caregivers can take care of those around us. Today, we would like to talk about another aspect of care:...
We are approaching another wonderful holiday: Easter! On April 5th Peter Cottontail will take his long journey hopping down the bunny trail to deliver eggs to millions of children everywhere. On the s...
Last week we discussed one of the challenges caregivers often face when caring for the elderly. We talked about how it is important to try to think of things from your loved one or clients perspectiv...
“To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honors.” – Tia Walker For those who have taken up the task of caring for an elderly person, whether as a career or for a loved one ...
It is important if you are caring for an elderly loved one that you make time for creative activities. Staying creative as we age can have many benefits for both our minds and our senses. Creative ac...
This week we conclude the four part exercise routine series that we began in January. This week’s topic: endurance exercise. Endurance exercises are those that are intended to increase your heart rate...
Our skin changes as we age. It becomes less supple, thinner and dryer. Because of these changes, seniors are more susceptible to skin infection and skin disease. Senior skin problems can range from m...
Anyone who has considered beginning a new exercise routine has had some feelings of apprehension towards making a commitment to a new physical challenge. This can especially be true for the elderly an...
Eyesight is perhaps one of the more widely known effects of aging. As we age it is normal for our eyesight to be negatively impacted. In addition to the normal effects of aging on our eyes, senior cit...