How many seniors have had a massage, performed by a professional massage therapist, lately — or even ever? Probably not very many and certainly not all who could benefit from one. Sitting still and having a stranger touch them is probably something with which they have very little experience and possibly anxiety. Overcoming the anxiety … Read more
Controlling chronic health conditions requires that many seniors, and often their family caregivers as well, take numerous medications. Add to these physician prescribed medications, they take the innumerable over-the-counter aids and supplements to prevent or cure this or that — and that number grows rapidly. While essential, these medications can bring dangers as well. Taking … Read more
Another post on the benefits of seniors being active? Yes, here we go again! The importance of seniors becoming and staying active can’t be overstated. We talk about the importance of getting moving all the time. We all know we need to get up and start moving more to improve our health. There are numerous … Read more
Isolation and loneliness are two of the many fears family caregivers often have for senior loved ones living on their own. We worry something will happen when nobody is there to help them. Depression, which can have serious health consequences, can also result from seniors who are living alone and become isolated from others. Many … Read more
We are so focused on caring for our senior loved ones that we don’t always contemplate our own needs, desires and future. Our day to day caregiving duties can take a toll on our spirit, health, relationships and finances. Because it is taking a toll on us, whether we recognize it or not, now is … Read more
Who wouldn’t love more brain power? If we could just be a little sharper, a bit quicker and smarter! Whoo-wee we could be rich! At least we could silence that know-it-all who always seems to know the answers first. But could we also possibly prevent or at least delay the onset of cognitive impairment, dementia … Read more
Unfortunately, criminals are updating their old scams for the times. Don’t let your senior loved one or yourself be a victim. We talk a lot about using technology to stay connected with the caveat to be secure and take precautions to be safe when using all the new innovations and old electronics. Every day we … Read more
It’s no secret that our population is aging, with the average age in the U.S. rising each year. With the passing of each birthday comes increasing risk of developing one or more chronic diseases. Maybe your senior already has a chronic disease that you have both been managing. If so, you are not alone because … Read more
As I sit here by the window looking out at the beautiful snow that has fallen here on our house in the South where this much snow is a bit unusual, I ponder what to do. I am beginning to feel a bit snow bound as the roads here are too treacherous to do even … Read more
