Reimagine Your Life in the New Year
With the New Year looming before us, thoughts often turn to resolutions for the year ahead. What a shame that we sometimes forget that every day presents us with new opportunities to reinvent ourselves and reshape our lives....
Heart healthy eating habits
Take it to Heart Heart disease can be caused by a variety of factors such as genetics or a physical problem, but an increasing number of cases are being caused by poor nutrition. Whether you are taking precautions to avoid heart disease in your loved one’s life, or...
The trip of a Lifetime
Alaska: Why Not? Life presents challenges to all of us, but for Annabelle, who has Parkinson’s, every day is a challenge to be overcome. When she wanted to go on a cruise to Alaska, we were determined to make it happen. Cruises are...
“In the old days, we used to…”
“Each time an individual tells part of his/her life story, those who listen are like a mirror, reflecting and affirming their lives,” says John Kurtz, founder, International Institute of Reminiscence and Life Review. Reminiscence: Bring the Past to the Present...
Long Distance Care for Aging Parents
Caring for an aging relative is a challenge, especially when it’s done across the miles. It’s difficult when you can’t see your relative, and to know when you need to be there in person. Eight Helpful Hints to Ease Your Worries 1. Plan before a crisis. When it comes...
Separation anxiety
What can you do to ease the pain of separation? Tips for Long Distance Caregivers: • Let your loved one know you are always there for him or her. • Call frequently. Hold normal conversations. Do not focus on the disease. Do talk about what is happening with friends...
Want a surprise? Exercise!
We’ve all heard about the many benefits of exercise – a healthier heart, stronger bones, improved appearance and flexibility – but exercise has other surprising benefits, especially for seniors. According to the AARP, 40 percent of people between 45 and 64...
Short cuts to cutting risk on long airline flights
Long flights require you to remain seated for extended periods of time. During this time many people will cross their legs to stay comfortable. This situation creates two risk factors that can lead to the formation of blood clots in the legs. The medical term for this...
National Geriatric Care Managers Month
May is National Geriatric Care Managers Month. We honor those professionals who provide families with the best solutions to complex problems that arise when a loved one experiences challenges due to aging or medical issues. Working with families, their expertise...
Vision Loss: Signs and Symptoms
Vision loss is a common problem for aging adults. Those over 65 make up about 13 percent of the US population, yet they account for about 30 percent of all visually impaired individuals, according to the CDC. Be the apple of your eyes. Aging increases your risk for...