Managing the Holidays With Aging Parents During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The holidays are going to look different for each family. It may be a difficult time for our aging parents and family members given the pandemic circumstances, but there are many ideas on managing the holidays with aging parents during this quarantine that brings holiday cheer for everyone! Just because we may be far away […]
How To Entertain Elderly Parents During The Holiday Season
This holiday season is going to look different for each family. But just because we are in the midst of a pandemic, doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy the holidays as families. Some of us may be distanced, having dinners with only our households. Some of us may live around the corner from our family […]
Why Fall Prevention Is Different Outdoors & Why It Matters
Falls are a leading cause of both non-fatal and fatal injuries among older Americans, particularly people aged 65 and over. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, (CDC), “Each year, millions of older people—those 65 and older—fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than […]
5 Ways to Boost Brain Power and Memory
Many years ago, scientists determined that our brains lose agility, memory, and function when we age. For decades, this theory was taught as fact and accepted as normal for older adults. There was no effort to boost brainpower. This decline in cognitive abilities was simply allowed to progress without intervention. More recent studies have demonstrated […]
Making Sense of Health Care, Medicaid & How the LIFE Program Can Help
With all the choices, programs, changes, and processes for enrollment, Medicaid, often called Medical Assistance, can be confusing. And many older adults have heard of the LIFE Program, but wonder how it connects to Medicaid. If you are one of these seniors or their caregivers, keep reading! Medicaid is a federally mandated health insurance program […]
The Special Challenges of Caring for a Loved One With Dementia
Providing care for an aging loved one can be challenging, and providing care for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can be especially difficult. Dementia is a generalized term for a mild to severe decline in mental cognition. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type, and the two terms are often confused. […]
A Look Inside a Senior LIFE Health and Wellness Center
Seniors today want to live at home—not in a nursing home. In the past, the only options were to take care of yourself or go to a nursing home. But that’s not true today. For those who just need some help and supportive services to live at home, Senior LIFE can help make that happen. […]
Caregiver Support: How to Support the Caregiver in Your Life
Maybe you aren’t the caregiver—you just love a caregiver. How can you support someone in your life who’s caring for an aging loved one? The term “caregiver,” or family caregiver, describes an unpaid family member, friend, or neighbor who provides care to an individual who has an acute or chronic condition and needs assistance. Caregivers […]
Hydration Tips—More Than Just Drinking Water
Summer brings those long-awaited months of cool drinks on the porch, picnics, and lazy afternoons. But, as temperatures climb, so does the risk of dehydration. That means it’s even more important to remember some hydration tips. Hydration isn’t just about drinking enough water. Fluids can be gained from many sources, and not getting enough can […]
Answering Common Questions about the LIFE Program
If you’re a caregiver for a senior or you are a senior who is considering enrolling in Senior LIFE, you probably have questions about the LIFE Program. The Senior LIFE Program is designed to allow seniors to live their best lives at home, as opposed to living in a nursing home. Senior LIFE services give […]
