Time again for the Great American Smokeout! This annual event presented by the American Cancer Society happens on November 19. Will your senior (or you) ‘Quit Like a Champion’ this year? It is amazing that almost 42 million people in the United States still smoke when so many places have become smoke free. Can you … Read more
Diabetes is a disease that is growing rapidly, with more Americans affected each day. That makes Diabetes Month one of the most important ‘awareness’ months for our health and wellness. In addition to this month’s awareness efforts, this year we mark the 75th Anniversary of the American Diabetes Association. Spreading the word about preventing the development … Read more
Independently aging in place while living in the home of their choice is the stated preference of adults in all age groups in survey after survey. Saying that’s what seniors want is a no-brainer. What’s also desired is to be able to do what they want, enjoy the company of friends and family, and feel fulfilled. Nobody wants to be a … Read more
We believe there are great benefits for our senior loved ones who get more connected with technology. Many have done just that and are using the internet and the latest tech devices to find information, connect with people, view family photos, get coupons, travel, offer expertise in specific communities, volunteer, and stay mentally engaged as they … Read more
When you say hospice, many people either shut down their listening or cringe at the image they have in their mind. Many people, particularly older adults, have a belief that talking about hospice could mean your life is over. People die who receive hospice care, I have heard people say. That is true, of course, but … Read more
Does your senior loved one find it difficult to take a deep breath, an action most of us take for granted? An estimated 24 million Americans suffer from COPD, while as many as 12 million more remain undiagnosed. That is why it is so important to spread the word about breathing better. Currently COPD primarily affects people … Read more
Family caregivers are very important to the lives of many of our senior loved ones or likely will be at some time. Family caregivers provide a service that’s hard to match when they aren’t there to do it all! Unfortunately, there may come a time when they just don’t feel that they can continue giving it … Read more
Visits to their local senior center can mean a chance to get out of the house, socialize with others, and a whole lot more to aging in place seniors. Family caregivers can get some peace of mind in knowing their senior loved ones are spending part of the day in the company of others and in … Read more
More information has been coming to light through research that links diabetes and dementia. We are uncovering information regarding the contribution high blood sugar makes on the death of nerve cells in the brain. Does diabetes cause dementia? Does dementia cause diabetes? Is there something specific to lifestyle choices that predispose a person to both? Can we prevent … Read more
