Mar 15, 2018
When an aging loved one maintains that he or she wants to “age in place” or live independently for as long as possible, family members and friends play a key role in helping them accomplish that goal. By setting up a realistic and cooperative senior support system and ensuring that a loved one has the… read more »
Feb 7, 2018
If you’re planning for your retirement, don’t forget to incorporate some form of exercise into your daily activities. Daily exercise can be your key to staying happy and healthy during your retirement years. By helping to increase your mobility and stamina, you’ll be physically fit and in top form to enjoy all that your upcoming… read more »
Dec 6, 2017
Every day scammers are finding new. inventive ways to gain your financial information and access your assets. Most recently scammers are impersonating delivery services claiming to have a package requiring identification and the scan of a credit card for delivery. Here’s the personal account of a San Diego resident that fell prey to such a… read more »
Apr 19, 2017
Caregiving is tough work! While the act of providing care and support for a loved one can be immensely rewarding, it is also a job that can exact a steep toll in physical, mental and emotional energy over time. Add to that the fact that most relative caregivers are among the over 43 million caregivers that… read more »
Feb 27, 2017
When people think about the substantial leap that technology has taken in recent years, they normally call to mind images of things like smartphones, tablets and other devices that make our lives significantly easier on a daily basis. What may not come to mind is that these same advancements making waves among the general public are also… read more »
Jan 17, 2017
It’s no secret that staying active is an important aspect of maintaining health, but it’s not an easy thing for everyone to do, even for the young and relatively healthy. Let’s take stock for a moment – there is a whole generation of human beings who have never known a world without the internet. And… read more »
Jan 11, 2017
Eventually, many of us will find ourselves in the position of helping with care arrangements for a loved one. It might be a parent that needs some help around the house, or a sibling suffering from a disabling condition. Whatever the reason, when the need for care arises, it’s usually an urgent matter that needs… read more »
Dec 15, 2016
With Christmas just 10 days away, hopefully you’re getting into the spirit of the season with preparations for family and friends, making plans for another fun-filled holiday season. As you’re making your list and checking it twice, don’t forget to consider your caregiver. Few people will ever be as close to you and have as much of… read more »
Nov 22, 2016
Heading home to spend some time with mom or dad for the holidays? As many adult children are no longer within an easy commute of their senior loved ones, the Holiday Season is a great opportunity to reconnect, spend quality time catching up and relive old times and nostalgia. The holidays bring back so much… read more »
Nov 10, 2016
There’s never a better time to consider a pet companion than in our senior years. Study after study has shown countless benefits seniors gain from animal companions. If something is missing in your loved one’s life, a new furry friend may be just the prescription for better health… read more »
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