I love a lazy river.You are floating without doing anything at all.You are wet enough to be cool.You can see changing scenery along the way.You are unable to make things go faster or slower, so you accept where you are. To me, it’s the definition of relaxing. Accepting … [Read more...] about Relax! The summer issue is here
Caregiver Resources
Sync Up Body Rhythms With A Touch Of Morning Sunshine
The sun and our body rhythms Our body’s circadian rhythm, or ability to sync our internal body clock to the environment, depends on the sun to help regulate several body functions. As we have evolved as a species, the sun has played a critical role in developing biological … [Read more...] about Sync Up Body Rhythms With A Touch Of Morning Sunshine
Involve Them In Daily Chores
Patience, patience, patience is needed when caregiving. There are many things that I could probably do faster; however, I let them do it. It gives purpose and meaning in their life to help out. Even if it’s not the way I would do it, I let them help. My mom will help fold … [Read more...] about Involve Them In Daily Chores
Keep Protein In Balance
A friend recently said to me, “I’ve never been told to eat so much protein in my entire life.” And it’s true: it is nearly impossible to avoid social media content or news reports about the need for people, particularly menopausal women, to add protein to their diets. Even if … [Read more...] about Keep Protein In Balance
Offload Tasks To A Personal Concierge
Did you know you can hire someone to be your go-to helper with running errands, maintaining your home, folding laundry, planning a trip, and more? A personal concierge can help older adults manage the daily load – and stay in their own homes longer. We talked with Cathi Bingaman, … [Read more...] about Offload Tasks To A Personal Concierge