Combating Loneliness in Older Adults
Growing older isn't easy. As you age, your social circle begins to shrink. Friends move away to be closer to their grandchildren. A spouse or close friend dies after an extended illness. Health issues such [...]
Signs of Depression in Seniors and What You Can Do
Senior Depression and What You Can Do Sadness in aging should not always be interpreted as depression. Yes, as we grow older, different situations can worsen our mood. But depression is a medical disorder and [...]
5 Benefits of Pet Therapy
For people of all ages, pets bring joy and love into our lives. But did you know that pet therapy actually has quantifiable benefits, especially for our aging community? Even owning a pet in your [...]
8 Great Jobs For Seniors
Retirement is something that many of us look forward to. Being able to leave our days jobs and only pursue fun and relaxing activities. But when it comes down to actually retiring, many of us [...]
5 Advantages of Having Home Care
Determining when to have home care doesn't have to be a difficult decision. Home care is a blessing to those who want to remain independent and in their own homes as they age. In fact, [...]
Competence – 7 Things To Consider
Competence is defined by Merriam-Webster as "the quality or state of having sufficient knowledge, judgment, skill, or strength (as for a particular duty or in a particular respect)". It's not an easy subject to discuss, [...]
4 Secrets To Accept And Embrace Aging
“Getting older makes you more alive. More vitality, more interest, more intelligence, more grace, more expansion.” ~ Frazer Harrison. Aging is something that happens to all of us. In this age of television commercials and [...]
3 Concepts To Understand About Comfort Care
Many of us had never heard of the term "comfort care" until 2018, when Former First Lady Barbara Bush shone a light on the term and some of the meanings. Suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary [...]
11 Effective Tips To Find An Old Friend
As we age, we may think of people from our past that we'd like to reconnect with. Perhaps we'd like to see how old friends or flames are doing, but have no idea how to [...]
4 Things You Should Know About Senior Anxiety
Anxiety and anxiety disorders certainly aren't limited to a specific age group. But anxiety disorders in older people can have unique properties and is often under reported in seniors. When does worrying become excessive and [...]
