Yoga, in any form, can provide many physical and mental benefits to anyone – young and old alike. Yoga improves flexibility, respiration, cardio health, and even provides a bit of protection from injury. Yoga can also decrease stress and reduce inflammation. While yoga as we know it may be too taxing for some older adults, chair yoga can be practiced…
During these uncertain times when everyone is worried about the coronavirus, it's hard to think about bringing someone into the house - even when the need is great. We understand that, and we get it. Our caregivers are devoted, caring and persistent people. They love their work and the people they work for. We are doing our best to keep…
No matter your age, there are plenty of things you can do to improve your health and keep your body well. Unsurprisingly, nutrition and exercise are at the top of that list. Have you heard of Ginette Bedard? At age 68, she began running as her new hobby. By age 86, she has now run hundreds of races, including nearly…
Caring for a loved one can be challenging. Family caregivers often find it difficult to balance the demands of their own lives with the pressures of providing consistent help. Many caregivers also grapple with difficult issues and choices. Is an aging parent safe at home alone? Is it time to move a loved one to an assisted living facility or…
According to The Washington Post, Grocery store chains throughout the D.C. region and the nation are making changes to their hours and allowing older shoppers and those with weakened immune systems to shop earlier than others in response to the coronavirus. Safeway said it is reserving two hours every Tuesday and Thursday morning to allow older residents, pregnant women and…
There are times when a Family Caregiver can't imagine moving their aging parent out of their home, even when it becomes more difficult for them to live independently. Many seniors struggle to do things for themselves, from dressing to cooking meals. While Family Caregivers want to be there to help as much as possible, many have a job and a…
Pet Therapy Can Help Seniors Living At Home Alone Older adults living at home by themselves can get lonely, sad, bored, or angry. If you have a pet, you may understand how much better that furry bundle of joy can make you feel when you’re having a bad day. They can have the same effect on seniors living at…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s just about every day that I see senior adults walking dogs in my neighborhood. I wonder what would happen if those seniors could no longer take care of their dogs or make the trip to the store to pick up their food. What about getting to the groomer or the vet? If they moved to senior living, would they be…
High blood pressure, diabetes or a family history of kidney failure are some of the factors that put one in three American at an increased risk of kidney failure. There are several things that can be done to keep kidneys as healthy as possible. This article from Cleveland Clinic provides more details and suggestions. High blood pressure, diabetes or a…
If you are a caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, you may be familiar with the challenges that happen in the late afternoon and early evening. If your loved one becomes agitated, restless, irritable or confused, they are probably experiencing ‘Sundowning’, also known as late day confusion. Sundowning can also continue into the night, making it…
