Even with these options and strategies, there will come a time when driving is no longer the best idea. “Chronological age is not a predictor,” says Lynda Lambert of AAA. “What counts is performance, as well as physical and mental fitness.” It may be obvious when the time comes, but Lynda and Rita Morrow of […]
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Caregiving
Caregiver Tip: Slip Proof
Create a No-Fall Zone “Use a non-skid mat in the shower with a portable shower chair and a raised toilet seat with arms as needed. Night lights are important to give good visibility when up at night or going to the bathroom. Attach a removable side rail to the bed and consider purchasing a fall […]
Her Best Advice to Other Caregivers
“I remember caring for my mother and father along with balancing my own family and full-time job. I learned not to feel guilty and inadequate when things didn’t go quite the way I would’ve liked. Caregiving can be very stressful. You tend to think about what isn’t going well. I encourage you to take heart […]
Activities
Working with Wood is a Meditation of Sorts…
Let us introduce you to the rhythmic and meditative skill of fine woodworking. Ted Harlan has been using hand tools to fashion pieces for almost 30 years. His student Louie Prestigiacomo, is new to the craft and enjoys creating useful items by hand. Louie Prestigiacomo is no stranger to power tools and sawdust, but his […]
How to Be Safer on the Road
What can you do to be safer on the road and more comfortable with driving? The main components to consider for safe driving include vision, reaction time, and mobility. Each of these can be improved with regular maintenance and attention. Here are a few suggestions from Lynda Lambert of AAA and Rita Morrow of AARP: […]
Health & Fitness
Aesthetic Treatment: Face Lift
For some, looking as young as they feel means a full facelift. “Surgery is the treatment for loss of elasticity, and that’s when we do our facelifts. The surgery takes approximately three and a half hours, and we’re turning that clock back 10-15 years,” says Dr. Chet Mays a plastic surgeon with CaloAesthetics Plastic Surgery […]
Aesthetic Treatment: Get Rid of Scars
When you’re looking for the right aesthetic procedure, Dr. Rana Mays of Mays Dermatology says, “It’s a balance of what you want to gain for your self-confidence and looking your best.” This is why removing facial scars can be a big confidence booster. Dr. Fox, a practicing plastic surgeon says, “Plastic surgeons use our knowledge […]
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Working with Wood is a Meditation of Sorts…
Let us introduce you to the rhythmic and meditative skill of fine woodworking. Ted Harlan has been using hand tools to fashion pieces for almost 30 years. His student Louie Prestigiacomo, is new to the craft and enjoys creating useful items by hand. Louie Prestigiacomo is no stranger to power tools and sawdust, but his […]
Aesthetic Treatment: Face Lift
For some, looking as young as they feel means a full facelift. “Surgery is the treatment for loss of elasticity, and that’s when we do our facelifts. The surgery takes approximately three and a half hours, and we’re turning that clock back 10-15 years,” says Dr. Chet Mays a plastic surgeon with CaloAesthetics Plastic Surgery […]
How to Be Safer on the Road
What can you do to be safer on the road and more comfortable with driving? The main components to consider for safe driving include vision, reaction time, and mobility. Each of these can be improved with regular maintenance and attention. Here are a few suggestions from Lynda Lambert of AAA and Rita Morrow of AARP: […]
Caregiver Tip: Slip Proof
Create a No-Fall Zone “Use a non-skid mat in the shower with a portable shower chair and a raised toilet seat with arms as needed. Night lights are important to give good visibility when up at night or going to the bathroom. Attach a removable side rail to the bed and consider purchasing a fall […]
He Creates Instruments Out of Wood
The scent of cut wood and sawdust let me know immediately that I am in a woodworking studio. It’s 97 degrees outside, but this subterranean world of planks and shavings is a few degrees cooler. I visited with Ted Harlan at his shop/classroom/studio located in the lower level of the old Ohio Valley Bag & […]