How Your Loved One Could Use An iPad An iPad might be a perfect accessory for a loved one who is less mobile or more confined than they used to be. The learning curve might be challenging, but with an iPad, your loved one can: The downsides: You might need to fix … [Read more...] about Caregiver Handbook – Healthful Tips & Helpful Accessories (Part 2)
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Sanctuary Space
We’ve all heard the adage that a person’s home is their castle, and that implies that a home is a sanctuary, a space that provides shelter and safety. Even if our homes aren’t besieged by raiders, there are more insidious forces that can threaten our well-being, such as chronic … [Read more...] about Sanctuary Space
Finding A Social Boost For Someone Who Is Lonely
Loneliness and isolation are two issues many face. According to the National Institute on Aging, loneliness increases the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, anxiety, cognitive decline including Alzheimer’s disease, and contributes to a weakened immune system. … [Read more...] about Finding A Social Boost For Someone Who Is Lonely
Erasing Your Digital Footprint And Why It Matters
If you’ve ever visited a website, paid a bill online, sent an email, or posted on Facebook, you’ve created a digital footprint — the trail of information that records your online activity. Some of this data is shared intentionally, like when you make a purchase or sign up for a … [Read more...] about Erasing Your Digital Footprint And Why It Matters
Shining A Light On Dementia
Adria Thompson created Be Light Care as a way to shed light on what can feel like a dark and scary subject: dementia. Now this speech pathologist and educator based in Corbin, Kentucky, shares her expertise primarily through short, practical videos that help make everyday moments … [Read more...] about Shining A Light On Dementia