While the holiday season is one of excitement and joy for many people, it can be a challenging and sometimes dangerous season for aging seniors. A simple walk to the mailbox can turn treacherous thanks to slippery sidewalks, and cold, dark and overcast days can trigger depression while increasing sense of isolation. Keeping your […]
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Dec
Dec
Brainstorming ideas on the perfect Christmas gift for your parents and grandparents can be a challenge. What do you get the person who has everything and wants nothing? You can look through their house for ideas, but you’ll quickly realize that they already have a cabinet full of “I Love Mom” mugs. Not to mention […]
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Apr
Apr
As our parents age and need more help, life can become increasingly difficult to manage. Here are some tips to help your beloved senior manage the everyday cares of life: 1. Write everything down Often, losing thoughts can be very concerning, but writing things down can help you remember things whether it’s an hour […]
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Apr
Apr
Often one of the big concerns about moving into assisted living is the ability to remain active. Here are 5 specific exercises that can be done everyday, with others as a group, or even alone in your room! Maintain/Improve Your Strength If strength is the issue, here are some simple things that can be done […]
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Jan
Jan
Moving from one home to another is a big job that few of us enjoy. The process requires a lot of work. It also can cost a considerable amount of money. Here are 7 tips that can help you minimize the expense of moving your parents to a smaller home or an assisted living facility: […]
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Dec
Dec
For most of us, red and green decorations are joyous signs that the holidays are near, but for some elderly, they bring on the "holiday blues." Depression during the holidays is not limited to senior citizens, but memories of happier and healthier days gone by intensify the situation for the aged. Signs that someone is […]
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Nov
Nov
As a young adult, moving away from the home you grew up in can be one the most exciting times of your life. You gain independence and you feel as if your whole life is ahead of you. The possibilities are endless. As a senior citizen, leaving the home you raised your family in can […]
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Oct
Oct
If you’re a baby boomer (born between 1946 and 1964) you know that “70 is the new 50.” Though advances in healthcare may help you to still feel young and active, you also know you’re not really getting any younger. At this stage of your life, you need to make lifestyle adjustments that fit your […]
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Oct
Oct
Moving out of your “empty nest” house can be difficult. It contains a lifetime of experiences and memories. It’s where your dreams of raising a family and living the good life became a reality. It’s also the most familiar and comfortable place you know. That’s why most seniors would prefer staying in their own home […]
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Jan
Jan
“From the moment I met Johna and Nicky, I have been absolutely pleased. All of their organization, from the moment that they started packing to bringing it to my Dad’s new apartment, it is absolutely stunning.”