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
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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
4 Tips For Visiting Your Loved One In A Facility
If you have a family member or friend living in an assisted living facility or nursing home, here are a few suggestions to help make yourself and your loved one more comfortable during visits. Contact the facility with specific questions or guidance on personal … [Read more...] about 4 Tips For Visiting Your Loved One In A Facility