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 25, 2018
More older adults are choosing the option of remaining in the comfort of their own home or “aging in place” rather than relocating to a senior community. Many seniors are also remaining active and are continuing to cook, clean and even take on home improvement projects just as they always have. However, with age and health… 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 »
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 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 »
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 »
Oct 28, 2016
Everyone loves Halloween. The parties, dressing up, the hustle of Halloween night with trick-or-treaters buzzing around… It’s fun! For most of us, It’s business as usual: Break out the boxes of decorations, choose a costume, carve some pumpkins and have at it. But for many seniors, especially those with mobility limitations or cognitive issues, Halloween can… read more »
Oct 6, 2016
With earthquake warnings in California and Hurricane Matthew approaching the Southeast coast, emergency preparedness is on a lot of our minds. Everyone knows the basics for readiness; like water, food, first aid kit, etc. For a useful summary of basic emergency supplies, the Red Cross has a great checklist here. While the standard preparations will work fine… read more »
Aug 24, 2016
You’ve decided to engage a career in caregiving. Congratulations! Few occupations are as rewarding and fulfilling as providing care and helping improve someone’s quality of life. It’s also a great time to be a caregiver as there’s never been a greater need for those with a passion for this work. As the senior population continues to… read more »