While normal tasks may have been easy for you, they may be getting to be a bit much. With the proper help behind you, your errands can be done by someone who cares. Their help is able to provide you with the groceries, medications, home items, mail sent or other errands you need to have… [Continue]
When Is It Time To Stop Driving?
Driving makes anyone feel independent and grown up. This is why we cannot wait to get our driver’s license and our first vehicle. Taking away this privilege from those that are having a hard time navigating the roads can become quite an emotional thing to do. It is the one thing that provides them with… [Continue]
How To Talk To Your Parents About Their Independence
At some point in every adult’s life, we have to make tough decisions regarding our parent’s care. Now they may be in perfect health now, but at some point you are going to be faced with what to do if your parents health declines drastically. They may have a plan in place. They may not… [Continue]
Is a Retirement Village the Right Move for Me?
For older adults, managing the demands of a house can be difficult. You might not have the energy, or strength, to keep up with repairs the same way you did when you were younger. You might be on a fixed income and the financial difficulties of staying in your home may be burdensome. But, despite… [Continue]
How Aging Adults Can Stay Independent Longer
Everybody knows that staying in your own home surrounded by your own things and your precious memories is very important to aging adults. While some people enjoy and embrace the idea of an assisted living home, others just want to remain as independent as long as they can. While there are many factors involved in… [Continue]
5 Signs it May Be Time for a Senior Care Facility
Looking after an elderly parent can start to take a toll on adult children, whether in the role of caregiver or not. At a certain point, adult children or caregivers can find themselves struggling with the task of monitoring their parent and may start to suffer signs of stress or even illness. Before this happens,… [Continue]
Top Indoor Games and Activities for Seniors
People of all ages love games, but they can be particularly valuable for seniors. Mood, alertness, cognitive function and memory are all improved by regular mental stimulation, and playing games is one of the most fun ways to stay active. Consider these top indoor games for seniors:Group GamesSeniors who are healthy and mobile will enjoy… [Continue]
Safety Tips for Independent Seniors
Independence is important to all of us, and it is a big consideration for seniors as they age. Balancing independence with safety is the key to seniors staying independent as long as possible, and these tips can help to support a high quality of life in the process:Remind Seniors About the RisksUnfortunately, seniors can be… [Continue]