We know that it can be tough, finding care for a loved one, or taking care of them yourself. So we offer our end users a blog with information on care giving, choosing a community, senior living and care news and just for fun!
Regardless of age, you should participate in sports and fitness activities regularly. Staying active in your golden years helps you stay healthy and fit. NHS reports that unless you are a wheelchair user, you should reduce your sitting time and workout at least 150 minutes per week to prevent the…
Estate planning may not be the most pleasant process, but it can prevent a lot of problems once a loved one passes away. No matter how much a person possesses, without a plan, they run the risk of not being able to leave their possessions to the individuals they want…
One of the greatest privileges in life is getting to grow old. Not everyone sees it that way, however. Many feel concerned for what life will be like for them as they age, worrying about their physical, mental, and social health. Will they be able to do the things that…
Talking to your aging parents about the future requires discussing sensitive topics. However, communication is key to ensuring that your loved ones can live out their golden years exactly as they wish. Discussing the following topics with your parents will allow you to plan ahead. Support and Assistance Many people…
If you’ve come to that time in your life when you think you need to sell up or move out of your current home and head to somewhere that provides you with more assistance, less work around the house, and more of a community, the choices can be daunting. Many…
There are a lot of changes that come with getting older. Some of them are great, and others aren’t as wonderful. But aging doesn’t mean you need to stay home and do nothing. You can still get out and experience plenty of adventure. Even if you don’t want to travel…
Drug or alcohol addiction is a serious problem with devastating consequences. It’s even more complicated when it’s an elderly loved one. Senior citizens are more likely to abuse alcohol or drugs due to retirement, the loss of a spouse, social isolation, or chronic health problems. They’re prone to more health…
While some seniors choose to stay in senior living communities, most prefer to live in their own homes. They believe this is a better choice because it allows them to be as independent as possible and feel much more comfortable. But most homes aren’t designed to fit older people’s needs….