FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – Move without Fear
From a baby’s very first months, they strive to stand up, find their center of balance, and move about on their own without fear. Of course no infant experiences the transition to toddler without his or her share of falls; it’s inevitable. But babies are built for such exercises in trial and error, equipped with […]
Assisted Living Communities Benefit Residents Following Loss of Loved Ones
By Darla Price Heath, Community Relations Coordinator, Evergreen Senior Living Charles and Alice were married at age 18. After 64 years of marriage, Charles unexpectedly passed away. Alice not only lost her husband, but her best friend. She felt guilty about not realizing he was so sick. In the few days following his death, Alice was […]
Holding On to Who You Are
Literary critic and professor Cleanth Brooks once observed, “There is a sense in which the man and the remembered days are one and the same. A man is the sum of his memories.” Good or bad, our memories are certainly part of who we are. They can shape us, guide us, and affect our relationships […]
When To Make Decisions for Someone With Dementia… and When Not To
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center It can be tempting to assume that because someone has Alzheimer’s disease or some other form of dementia, they’re not capable of making their own decisions. The trouble is it’s not always true—perhaps more often than you’d expect. By stepping in to speak for someone else, we […]
Making Physical Activity a Part of an Older Adult’s Life
Submitted by Karen Coughlin, Blair House COVID-19: How To Be Physically Active While Social Distancing. When it comes to getting the physical activity you need each week, it’s important to pick activities you enjoy and that match your abilities. This will help ensure that you stick with them. Things To Keep in Mind Physical activity […]
Loneliness and Social Isolation—Tips for Staying Connected
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook Everyone needs social connections to survive and thrive. But as people age, they often find themselves spending more time alone. Being alone may leave older adults more vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation, which can affect their health and well-being. Studies show that loneliness and social isolation are associated […]
Brandon Wood Retirement Center — Like an Oak
By Alexander Germanis Gracing nearly every state in the nation stands the stately oak tree. A symbol of strength, majesty, and endurance, the oak is even recognized as the official national tree of the United States. The reasons for this are myriad. The oak provides shade and prevents erosion. Its leaves have anti-carcinogenic properties and […]
What To Expect From Home Care
By Angela Kauffman, Snyder Village Perhaps it’s become evident that your loved one is needing extra help at home. Household tasks are not getting completed, bills aren’t being paid, healthy meals aren’t eaten, or loneliness is setting in. A home care service, like Snyder Village Home Care, can help your loved one stay in their […]
Love Crosses Any Divide
Even the most tranquil watery divide needs to be navigated with skill and care. Crossing expanses made turbulent by weather or obstacles beneath the surface demands levels of skills and care beyond those of mere novices. The last year has been anything but smooth sailing. This has been particularly true for senior communities across the […]
5 Tips for Remote Caregiving During COVID-19
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook If you’re one of the millions of caregivers in the United States, you know that COVID-19—and the realities of social distancing and isolation—may complicate the day-to-day tasks of caregiving. But even now, it’s important to remember that you can continue to make a positive impact on your loved one’s […]
