It’s no secret most of us want to remain in our own homes as long as we can. According to a new Home and Community Preferences Survey conducted by the AARP, 77% of adults 50 and older say they want to stay home for the long term. This number has remained consistent for more than … [Read more...] about New Program Helps Elderly Remain At Home
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Accessible Outings
When you or a loved one needs to navigate life in a wheelchair or scooter, accessibility becomes everything. And beyond the challenges of everyday life at home (Can you get around your house? Can you get into the bathroom?), getting out to go anywhere for fun or a mental break … [Read more...] about Accessible Outings
Be Kind To Your Mind
Our brains are the command centers of our bodies — controlling emotions, movement, coordination, and essential functions. Prioritizing a healthy brain supports both our physical health and emotional well-being, which are key to staying independent as we grow older. Given the … [Read more...] about Be Kind To Your Mind
Building Good Moments: Tap Into The Power
I would ask my mom, “How was your week?” “Kinda boring,” was her answer. Before disease, my mom was a productive person with many social and creative pursuits. Her health condition severely reduced her world. She struggles with these increasing … [Read more...] about Building Good Moments: Tap Into The Power
When Sunset Brings On A Storm
The problems that occur when the sun goes down. Unless you care for or live with a loved one who has dementia, you may not know exactly what sundowning is. “[Sundowning] is a phenomenon where patients with dementia have behavioral disturbances that peak, that seem to get … [Read more...] about When Sunset Brings On A Storm