Many people believe that humans need less sleep as we age, but the reality is more nuanced. While it’s true that sleep patterns change with age — resulting in lighter sleep and more frequent awakenings — older adults still need roughly the same amount of sleep as younger adults. … [Read more...] about Get Great Sleep At Any Age
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Check Out These Evening Hikes
Whether you are into spooky events, the arts, or nature, we’ve got some suggestions to add to your social calendar as temperatures slowly cool this fall. Evening hikes at Bernheim Forest If the days remain too sunny and warm for walking, consider venturing out to … [Read more...] about Check Out These Evening Hikes
Flip The To-Do List — Read Our Fall Issue
I once had a conversation with my dad about to-do lists. He used to work with his brother, and he said, “I think your uncle and I have determined that we can actually accomplish only about 30% of what we think we can do in a day.” In my experience, that’s about right. My goals … [Read more...] about Flip The To-Do List — Read Our Fall Issue
When A Caregiver Needs Support
You likely know what respite care is, even though that particular term may not have been used. According to the National Institute on Aging, respite care “provides short-term relief for primary caregivers,” but what it looks like can vary depending on the needs of the caregiver … [Read more...] about When A Caregiver Needs Support
Enjoy A Lovely Day Trip To Jasper, Indiana
My mother and I spent a lovely day sightseeing in Dubois County, Indiana, which includes the towns of Ferdinand, Jasper and Huntingburg, all located off exit 63 to the north of I-64 and on Eastern Time. For our outing, we stuck with new-to-me Dubois County, and we were delighted … [Read more...] about Enjoy A Lovely Day Trip To Jasper, Indiana