While virtual reality (VR) has been around for quite awhile, the technology has only entered the realm of consumer technology in the past decade or so. Since then, neurologists and psychiatrists alike have been interested in exploring the potential health benefits of VR. Recent … [Read more...] about Virtual Reality Technology Offers Health Benefits For Seniors
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Helping Those Who Forget
Bonding is essential to our development and well-being, from the time we’re newborns to the moment we slip this mortal coil. Life often presents challenges to the strength of these bonds, perhaps none as much as dementia. For most of us, our memories act as glue that binds us to … [Read more...] about Helping Those Who Forget
Sharing A Home – Preparing For When Family Moves In (part 1 of 2).
“Son, We’re Moving In!” Alzheimer’s disease. Stroke. Financial incident. Car accident. Surgery. Loneliness. Heart attack. There are many reasons you might move in with your parents or in-laws, or why they may move in with you. It is not a simple choice and there are some … [Read more...] about Sharing A Home – Preparing For When Family Moves In (part 1 of 2).
Finding Your Way Through Brain Fog
Several months ago, I fixed dinner for my family and undercooked the manicotti, which got me all discombobulated. I said to them, “Just finish your burgers while I put this back in the oven.” My family sat in silence, looking at the pizza slices on their plates. “Burgers?” my … [Read more...] about Finding Your Way Through Brain Fog
Can You Trust Your Contractor?
Owning your own home means keeping up with regular maintenance and repairs. Unfortunately, home improvement and repair scams are some of the most prevalent types of cons. Over the last 15 years, more than 109,000 home improvement scams totaling nearly $207 million in losses to … [Read more...] about Can You Trust Your Contractor?