Winter 2021/2022 Is The Time To Swim!
Swim? It's almost December! Even for those of us who live in Florida, we know it's often too cold to go swimming outdoors this late in the year. But did you know that swimming provides [...]
6 Useful Ways To Fight Holiday Depression In Older Adults
No matter what winter holidays we observe, for some of us, the holiday season can be a difficult time. It's often more distressing for older adults for a number of reasons. Why is that and [...]
10 Examples of Typical Aging Versus Alzheimer’s
Whether we accept it or not, we're all getting older. We all have forgetful moments and aging happens to all of us. But when should we be concerned about forgetfulness being something else, such as [...]
Honoring Our Elders in 2022
We all grew up hearing the phrase "respect your elders". But in this day and age, what does that mean? Is it just for young people and what exactly does honoring our elders look like [...]
3 Sleep Challenges in Older Adults
We've just passed the end of Daylight Savings Time and gained an extra hour over the weekend. All around the U.S., a collective sigh of people getting an additional hour of sleep was heard! A [...]
SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) In People Over 60
Across the country, we're soon to experience a lessening in daylight hours that will continue throughout the winter and into the spring. SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) affects numerous people of all ages, including the elderly. [...]
Contemplating a Move to Assisted Living? 3 Things to Consider
There come many times in our lives when we consider moving house. It could be the first time we move out from our parents home or when we have children and move into a larger [...]
The 2 Biggest Challenges Facing Caregivers and How to Manage Them
Being a caregiver in any capacity is full of challenges. But for the HHA or CNA, being either a daily caregiver or a live-in caregiver can be strenuous, not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. [...]
15 Best U.S. Snowbird Destinations This Year
For those of us who live in sunny South Florida, the issue of where to escape the winter frost doesn't usually come up. We're the ones who welcome the snowbirds. But for anyone else in [...]
Terrific Gifts for Seniors in 2021
Whether you'll be celebrating a loved one's birthday soon, or are organized enough to be pre-holiday shopping, selecting the right gift for the senior in your life can be challenging. Here are some great gift [...]
