Is Meditation Worth It For Adults over 60?
Those of us who are older might think that we know what meditation is. We think of the 70's and the hippie gurus who sat crossed legged on dirty floors, surrounded by flower children, zoning [...]
4 Recommendations When Supporting an Irrational Parent
Across the board, people aren't often open or transparent when discussing mental health and behavioral challenges and the strain it can cause on relationships. This can be compacted when it's an elderly parent who is [...]
12 Signs That You Might Be Ready For a Hearing Aid
When we think of hearing aids, many of us think of the big, clunky old-school ones that we perhaps saw our parents or grandparents wear. Technology has had amazing advances in the last 50 years [...]
5 Habits to Stop After 65
We build habits all of our lives, usually without thinking too much about them. Research shows that habits are simply behaviors that we have reinforced for long enough that they happen "automatically" for us, even [...]
3 Ways a Virtual Challenge Could Change Your Life
We know that increasing physical activity is good for us. It's good for cardiovascular health, mental wellness and our bodies. There has been much ado lately about what is called "Virtual Challenges", also know as [...]
6 Reasons You May Want Estate Liquidation and Dispersal Services
Estate liquidation and dispersal services? What are they and why might they be an advantage for you or your loved one? What is estate liquidation and dispersal? According to EstateSales.org, "An estate liquidator is someone [...]
8 Questions and Answers About Telehealth
Over the last few years, telehealth (also know as telemedicine) has become a safe, efficient and comfortable way to see a medical professional. With the advent of Covid-19, doctor's offices widely started offering options for [...]
5 Secrets to Being an Observant Caregiver
There are a number of skills that make an excellent caregiver. Being observant is at the top of that list. Being able to know what is happening with your patient, even when you aren't with [...]
7 Insightful Reasons Seniors Lose Their Appetites
Long gone are the days when we were teenagers or in our early 20s, eating whatever we wanted, without consequence. It's often thought that seniors have smaller appetites, but is that true? Why does it [...]
The Importance of Pleasure in Our 2nd Act
Pleasure and joy are not limited to the younger generation, so why do we see stereotypes of the "grumpy older person"? Do we tend to become more cynical as we age, or do we just [...]
