Shingles and Seniors
Shingles is a viral infection, caused by the same virus that leads to chickenpox. Anyone who has had the chickenpox virus still has that inactive virus in their body which [...]
Senior Sun Safety
In retirement, many seniors head to sunny places, seeking out warm climates in which to enjoy their later years. More sun might mean nicer weather and more outdoor recreation opportunities, [...]
Bringing Nature to You
Nature exposure has been proven to be so important for physical and mental health, both of which can be a concern for seniors. Unfortunately, for many older adults, it can [...]
Fall Prevention for the Elderly
Older adults have a significantly increased fall risk, with one in four people over the age of 65 having a dangerous fall every year. According to the CDC, falls are [...]
How Seniors Can Maintain Physical Fitness
Fitness is important at every age but may look different for seniors as your purpose for keeping your body healthy and physical abilities may shift. Whether you have always been [...]
What is meant by Elder Care?
If you are new to the world of care management, you have likely been taken aback by the many different terms and phrases common to the field. In truth, it [...]
What is Senior Care?
The realization that our aging loved ones need more help than we can give is truly heartbreaking. Indeed, it is instinctive for many people to immediately assume it’s time to [...]
Helping Your Aging Loved Ones Accept Care Management
It is often difficult for our aging loved ones to accept that it’s time to consider care management. As humans, we all value our independence, and it is common to [...]
Signs that it may be time to consider a Geriatric Care Manager
Watching as our aging loved ones begin to struggle with day-to-day tasks can be difficult. However, it is essential to understand that this is a natural part of life. It [...]
The Benefits of an Aging Life Care Manager
The truth is that most of this life isn’t something we can go through alone. Children need the guidance of their parents, while adults need the support of their friends [...]