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There can be confusion between the different types of specialized care available to elderly loved ones who suffer from a chronic illness – or even the chronic symptoms of a medical condition. Curative, palliative and hospice can all play a role in their medical care, but each type is distinctively different and appropriate in unique stages of the aging loved one’s medical situation.

For those who care for an aging loved one with a life-limiting illness, it is important to know the signs of decline that might suggest they are ready for hospice care. Hospice is a specialized field that focuses on the physical comfort and emotional and spiritual support of patients nearing the end of life. Read more...

Socialization is especially critical as we age. The benefits have been widely reported and discussed as improving physical and emotional health. But there are other less-known benefits that are equally as meaningful to the aging loved one who might be feeling a bit isolated or questioning their value to society.

In our area, there are many programs available that focus on the social, physical and active aspects of aging that contribute to a senior's health and overall well-being. We’ve done some homework to help you find some good sources of information and contacts to take advantage of the myriad opportunities available to you or your aging loved one.

One of our own, Susan Nimnuan, was listed on the Top Ten Inspiring Leaders of 2024 list. Known for service with compassion and dignity, Susan is a top notch leader in the home care service industry. 

For retirees and the elderly, the boom in remote work opens the doors to a wide range of opportunities to stay active in the labor force while managing the challenges that come with aging.

With aging comes many potential physical and sometimes emotional challenges that can make life harder to live. Making an aging plan today is key to ensuring a healthy and happy future life that can include living independently.

BrightStar Care of Ft. Myers/Naples opens a second franshise at 2545 Northbrooke Plaza Drive in Naples, Florida.

Even in our Ft. Myers/Naples area, a change in weather pattern makes it apparent we are entering Spring. We all equate this time of year with a sense of renewal and look for ways to reinvigorate our daily life. Seniors are no different! Here are some ways you and your loved one can put some spring in your step and feel the refreshing change of weather in your inner spirit:

 In seniors, some common neurological disorders include Multiple Sclerosis, stroke, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease and neuropathy. There isn’t a cure for all neurological disorders but there are treatments and life modifications that can be implemented in order to manage the condition and enable older people to live a more normal and fulfilling life.