Let’s Talk – Vaccines and Seniors
From crisp mornings to colorful leaves and pumpkins, the fall season is a welcome change from summer. Fall also brings some unwelcome changes, namely an increase in colds, flu and COVID cases. Seniors are especially vulnerable and should take steps to help protect themselves. Let’s talk about one of the most important considerations – vaccines […]
Meet Rosalyn – “PACE: This Is the Place…”
This September, we at Senior LIFE are celebrating National PACE Month! During National PACE month, we invite interested families, and members of our local communities to visit our LIFE Health and Wellness Center to see firsthand why LIFE/PACE programs are the ideal option for keeping seniors independent in their own homes and cared for. The […]
6 Tips for Staying Active and Independent
We only get one body to live in, and it is important that we take care of it throughout our lives with regular exercise and healthy eating habits. As we age, it can become increasingly difficult to stick to a health routine that is safe and effective. Below are 6 tips for staying active and […]
National Senior Health & Wellness Day
May 25 is National Senior Health & Wellness Day! OK, we’ll be honest. You probably are unable to do everything you could in your youth. However, most seniors can do something to maintain their health & fitness; often, more than you might think! As a part of Senior LIFE’s missions, the program promotes safe, regular […]
Older Americans Month 2022: Age Their Way
May is Older Americans month. At Senior LIFE, we know that older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities. Seniors are family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Our goal is to give seniors the ability to “age their way” by staying in their homes and out of […]
5 Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors
March is national nutrition month, and it is the perfect time to focus on healthy eating and do away with bad habits that were picked up over the holidays. It’s important for everyone, no matter the age, to think about nutrition and the healthy habits that they are creating. It’s especially important for seniors to […]
10 Words of Wisdom from Seniors
A porch swing – A kitchen table – A sofa. Seniors have a way of making the most mundane places become libraries of knowledge and life experience. They’re living examples of a life well lived. A living treasure trove of advice and, if we’re lucky, they share some of that knowledge with us. That wisdom […]
How to Manage Compound Caregiving
The number of COVID cases in nursing homes has been frightening and has pushed a lot of families to take on compound caregiving. Compound caregiving means providing care to two or more people at once. Care to multiple generations has always been a struggle for families to manage, especially when trying to juggle work at […]
Caring for Loved Ones With Dementia
Caring for loved ones with dementia is not easy. Giving appropriate care to someone with this illness can be daunting. Some common issues caregivers face include wandering around, aggressiveness, and miscommunication, among others. However, ensuring their comfort will make your work easier. Mastering some details, therefore, will make sure that you and your patient are […]
Supporting the Caregiver
Every November is National Caregivers Month, and it provides the perfect opportunity to focus on supporting the caregivers in our families and communities. Family caregivers often want to care for their loved ones all on their own. But in most cases, this just is not possible or realistic. Learn what you can do to do […]
