We are told frequently that managing our health, preventing chronic disease and reducing our potential risk factors can help us age more successfully. Nutrition is one area where lifestyle changes can and have been proven to benefit us, especially combating chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Improved nutrition in those already afflicted with … Read more
Mother’s Day and time again to show our appreciation to the mothers, grandmothers and even great-grandmothers in our lives! Well, every day is right for that but I think Moms need a special day because we don’t always show what we feel on the rest of them. Stumped for a gift for that senior Mom … Read more
Unleash the Power of Age! Beginning in 1963, May has been the month to appreciate and celebrate the vitality and aspirations of older adults and their contributions and achievements. Well, the designated month, at least, as the appreciation should be year-round. Join Senior Care Corner as we recognize and celebrate our elders’ contributions and commitment … Read more
Seniors and their family caregivers in growing numbers are finding the right solutions to make aging in place a reality. More seniors are becoming healthier to face their aging head on. They’re managing to put realistic financial plans in place to allow them to maintain their lifestyle while paying for ever-rising healthcare costs. Many of … Read more
Nursing home care is something many family caregivers see as part of the future, at least at some point, for their senior loved ones — and maybe even for themselves. Looming staff shortages on the front line of resident care could make nursing home openings harder to find or more expensive (maybe both). Even with … Read more
Family caregivers give their time, attention and even finances to help make life better for a family member. Many feel honored and proud to be able to provide love and nurturing, especially when it’s giving back by caring for parents who once gave them everything when they were children. Unfortunately, there are times when it … Read more
Regular visitors to Senior Care Corner know we’re strong proponents of physical activity at every age — but especially for our senior loved ones and their family caregivers. We often encourage the caregivers of senior loved ones to stay fit so that they can continue to be healthy, both for themselves and those for whom … Read more
Millions of seniors, more than likely your loved ones included, take prescription drugs every day. According to the latest information available from the Centers for Disease Control, there are 2.6 billion prescription drugs ordered each year. 73% of adults over 60 years use tw0 or more prescription drugs while 37% use more than five. The … Read more
There’s an app for that — you might have heard that before! We know many family caregivers have actively used apps on their smartphones and tablets, both for their own needs and as part of providing care to loved ones. Seniors are using apps more and more too! It is estimated that more than half … Read more
