“Growing old is mandatory but growing up is optional!” Though it’s just one of the many cliches centered around aging, it holds a great deal of truth. For decades, getting older has been viewed as a negative part of life; people tend to focus on the pill boxes, walkers, wrinkles, aches and pains, and other […]
The time has come where you have recognized the need for additional care for yourself or your loved one(s). If you’ve begun to research the topic, you may find yourself confused or overwhelmed by the options. One thing you are certain of is that you’re not quite ready for assisted living, and you’d prefer to
Summer is officially in full swing, even though the sizzling temperatures have long preceded the season’s official arrival. With the heat index soaring into the triple digits and humidity so thick that it hits you like a brick, some people may feel trapped indoors, with little to do to pass the time. Furthermore, the daylight
Reading has long been a favorite pastime for people young and old, alike. There’s something magical about jumping into a book that takes you to a place far away from the monotony of your daily life, while still sitting in the comfort of your own home. Reading has the ability to transport you to a
Spring is in the air! If the brilliant blooms and warmer temperatures aren’t enough to convince you, then maybe the lovely green dust is! Chances are you’ve already had to spray down your patio and dust off your furniture to prevent green clouds from billowing out every time you sit down outdoors. Cue the SPRING
You could poll just about anyone across the country, asking them what season it is, and your answer would likely unanimously be spring. However, if you stop a local in New Orleans and ask the same question, chances are you’ll get a mix of answers ranging from snowball season, crawfish season, or festival season. if
Spring has officially sprung and so should the warm weather activities for our senior community. The trees are starting to fill out and turn green again, daylight is stretching out a bit longer into the evenings, the temperatures are gradually warming up, and the threat of a freeze is likely behind us. After the cold,
Do you dread climbing in bed each night because you know what lies ahead? Is sleep a constant battle? Do you toss and turn throughout the night or spend too much time watching the minutes tick away, while calculating how much sleep you’ll still be able to get? A lack of sleep can turn the
As our loved ones age, it’s normal to see some small changes in behavior, routine, or memory. Simple things like forgetting to get regular oil changes or remembering how to record their favorite show on the television are common, but typical, age-related “errors”. However, when these errors become more frequently occurring and begin to affect
Human connection is defined as a deep bond between two people when they feel valued and seen. These connections are vital to our overall well-being, affecting both our physical and mental health. A good friend can be our sounding board, our safe space, our stress reliever, and our sense of purpose. As children, we are