The question of the day is, ‘Do senior couples have living options to stay together?’ The answer is, ‘yes!’ Elderly couples can live together within a senior living community. The percentage of married seniors has grown, meaning more families are looking for senior living that supports both parents’ needs. However, whether they can live together in […]
If you’re feeling the heat, then you know it’s summer time. This can be very difficult for seniors. However, there are still ways to have summer safety and fun, which is the best combination! First, let’s start with a quick recap of our past summer blog posts. Click each individual bullet point to see what […]
There are always scams occurring in the world of Medicare. This is something that’s not going to go away. That’s why you always have to be aware of the latest Medicare scams. Here are three of the most current Medicare scams in 2024… First up is false billing for diabetes treatment on your Medicare summary. […]
May is mental health awareness month, which means trying to helps individuals recognize the symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, ADD, and much more. This is exactly why it’s fitting to discuss veterans and PTSD, which stands for post traumatic stress disorder. Now, vets can suffer from this disorder because of their traumatic, war […]
Did you know that April is National Volunteer Month? Lending a helping hand can make a great difference to those in their time of need. Volunteering can also be a wonderful activity for senior to do upon retirement. Here are some organizations that are always looking out for new volunteers to help serve… Habitat for […]
Mobility challenges in seniors can be quite serious. Difficulties walking can be hard for the body and mind to overcome. However, there are preventatives that can help before it’s too late. Staying active: Older adults should always talk to their doctor before starting a new exercise program. If approved, regular exercise can strengthen muscles and […]
Individuals with dementia may find it hard to remember details of a recent conversation and event. This can occur due to the damage that their brain is facing resulting in information not being fully stored, if at all. Basically, this means that they cannot recall because they do not have that particular memory like you […]
Sneezing season is upon us and that means seniors have to watch out for Covid and the Flu. Yes, sneezing can be just a cold, but seniors don’t want it to get worse. Now, there are a number of ways to stay healthy until spring arrives such as… Salt-water rinsing helps break up nasal congestion, […]
We have discussed senior living options before, and you can read more about them by clicking here and here to see this blog post. However, there are a couple of other options that we did not touch upon. So, let’s dive in! First up is Aging in Place, which can be accomplished with a few […]
Avoiding falling may seem nerve-wracking, but with the right plan for your health, it can be doable. (We have a few other blog posts on fall safety as well, just click here, here, and here to read.) There are many avenues to consider such as exercise, medications, footwear, sleep, and much more… Here’s an overview […]