News and Resources

Taking care of a household and elderly parents/ spouses while working can be a balancing act. Sometimes we need help taking care of loved ones. Caregivers may be needed for our senior parents/ spouses, but how do you pay for the cost?
 

Parents give their time, support, and love throughout their lives. Here are some great Valentine’s activities to do with your senior parents.
 

A great hobby for all ages from young to old is reading. Books come in regular print and large print. The latest books are available at local bookstores, online bookstores, and the library.

Financial planning should start as early as young adulthood. However, it is never too late to plan. Even seniors can benefit from organizing their finances to maximize their money.

Winter can be harsh on our older population, limiting their abilities to be social and get groceries.  There are ways to provide the necessities for our senior population when temperatures are frigid, and roads are slippery.
 

There are many local health events and locations that can offer you some basic screenings.

Why are falls in seniors so common? How can I be safe? Are there physical aids that can help?

If your goal for the new year is to get healthy, then simplicity is the key. Taking care of yourself can be done in the convenience of your home or gym. Focus on the whole body, inside and out. 

Nothing is more traumatic than losing a loved one, especially during the holidays. It is important to grieve and feel the loss.

I saw changes in my loved one. They were more forgetful and moodier than usual. So, I took them to the doctor. And there it was, the diagnosis that we all fear…. Alzheimer’s Disease.