Think 100 year old men and women spend their days in a rocker at the nursing home? Not quite! Many of our senior loved ones – and us – who are younger could benefit by learning something from their habits, whether or not the goal is to join the centenarian club. A new study of … Read more
June is National Safety Month. We can ‘celebrate’ this observance by using it each year as a reminder to do those safety checks we know are needed. As part of National Safety Month, we want to help you prepare your senior’s home to help them age in place safely. We know your life as a … Read more
Bringing the family together to share memories and special moments, especially intergenerational events, is cherished time for most families especially for our senior loved ones. Seniors benefit in so many ways when they can interact with young children including improved well-being, mental and emotional health and a more positive outlook on life. There are, however, … Read more
When an elderly loved one is nearing the end of life, we as adult caregivers often need support to get through the rough patches of our own grief. We aren’t alone in our need for support. Our young children, the senior’s grandchildren, need our help to deal with their own grieving processes. At this time … Read more
Home automation is going to give our senior loved ones the ability to live in their homes more safely, enjoyably and comfortably, many well into their elder years. Home monitoring using video and motion detectors is going to give family members and other caregivers peace of mind, knowing the seniors about whom we care are … Read more
How they feel not only affects our senior loved ones in the moment, but also for years to come. We found an article from AARP that highlights two recent studies that delve into the effect our seniors’ mood has on their physical health. One study in the Current Directions in Psychological Science suggests that a … Read more
Modern medicine has advanced far beyond what was done in the past and there is nothing we can borrow from the past to improve the lives of our senior loved ones, right? Don’t be so sure. Here is a case where the modern and detailed may not be able to beat the traditional and simple. … Read more
Caregivers of seniors with Alzheimer’s disease face great challenges everyday. Significant time and attention is focused on activities to keep your senior loved one healthy and happy, with their safety a continuous concern. Home Safety Tips We have some tips that can help you make your senior’s home, or home away from home if they … Read more
Technology has the power to help seniors live the life they choose in a safe and comfortable manner while also giving families and caregivers peace of mind. Technology continues to evolve to better meet the needs of the increasing numbers of seniors who want to live at home as long as possible and the caregivers … Read more
