Why Faith is Important in a Nursing Home Dorothy L Williams-Brooks As a new resident to a nursing home makes the trek from the car to an assigned room, some things become abundantly clear. Hope can give way to hopelessness. Mental health can soon deteriorate, and choices can give way to regiment and removal of…
Tips on How Senior Adults Can Stay Safe During the Holiday As the holiday season rapidly approaches, seniors adults may be wondering how they can stay active and engaged and safe. While there are many different ways to enjoy the holidays, here are tips that can help seniors adults make the most of this special…
Summer-Friendly Vacations for Seniors With Disabilities For older adults who wish to travel alone or with their loved ones, details are key. Critical elements such as comfort during movement, assistance for persons with disabilities, and wheelchair access make all the difference. Indeed, traveling as a senior with disabilities raises multiple questions. For example, what should…
Depression and COVID: 4 Tips for Managing Emotions Depression doesn’t end with December, and it’s important to be aware of the potential complications that 2020 brought with it. Whether your loved one has been previously diagnosed with Seasonal Depression, or is showing signs for the first time, handling the blues has become more complicated than…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — but it’s also one of the most stressful! Do you get stressed-out around the holidays? Here are seven easy steps to stay stress-free this holiday season. Acknowledge all your emotions. The holidays can bring up difficult emotions for us at the best of times. As we…
Share on Facebook | Share on Linkedin | Share on Twitter What is Pandemic Fatigue for Senior Caregivers? Caring for our loved ones as they age is never easy. There are tons of factors that can make it taxing physically, mentally, financially, and more for both the caregiver and the one receiving care. This has always been…