“Taking time to rest and restore is important because we cannot help others unless we are in a good position to help,” says retired surgeon Wayne B. Tuckson, MD. And Wayne knows a lot about what it means to restore. A Washington, D.C. native, Wayne moved to Louisville in … [Read more...] about Cut Out The Constant Busyness – Embrace The Power Of Restoration
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Brighter, Safer Spaces
Recognizing a need for safer homes so that individuals can live there as they grow older is at the heart of every aging-in-place program across the country. New Directions Aging in Place has an innovative approach that not only includes physical home improvements but also the … [Read more...] about Brighter, Safer Spaces
Recovering At Home – What Are Your Options?
Recovering from an illness, injury or surgical procedure is difficult for anyone, but for those 65 and older, the process can be long and arduous. The choice to recover at home or at a transitional rehab center is not easy, especially for seniors who live alone and can’t count on … [Read more...] about Recovering At Home – What Are Your Options?
Two Easy Caregiving Tips That Can Make A Big Difference
Here are a couple of ideas that will help your loved stay healthy and move through their days comfortably. Make exercise a priority. Physical activity may be a challenge when mobility is limited; however, Amy Southworth, director of nursing and case management at Home Instead … [Read more...] about Two Easy Caregiving Tips That Can Make A Big Difference
When Grandparents Are The Parents
If you were to combine the ingenuity of Batman’s gadgets with Superman’s super speed, grandparents would still outdo them on both counts. When they’re needed, grandparents “leap tall buildings in a single bound” with crafty crafts, extra hugs, and plenty of sugary-baked goods in … [Read more...] about When Grandparents Are The Parents