Are you the funniest one at the office? Maybe you’re the best listener. Do you bring the best dessert to your work potluck? Everyone’s got their niche at work. From mastering spreadsheets and to-do lists to showing kindness in the utmost of tricky situations, we all have unique and valuable skills. When retirement comes, and […]
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Having an idea of how and where you want to spend your retirement or the years soon after is beneficial. Here are a few thoughts to put you ahead of the game so you’re ready for whatever life might hand you: 1. Review Your Benefits Get your insurance or Medicare in order and sign up […]
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This past spring/summer, we featured a 5-part blog series to honor the Longest Day. The Longest Day takes place on the summer solstice. It’s an initiative by the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness and funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. Our blog series discussed the grief stages as they apply to Alzheimer’s disease. Grief […]
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Did you know being outside is good for your health? From backyard barbecues to family games of badminton, being outdoors encourages exercise, socialization, and so much more! For those facing age-related changes or mobility issues, though, spending time outside can create some added anxiety. Fear of getting around safely can keep some folks cooped up […]
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We’ve written many blogs about how physical and social activities can help the brain, but what about food? Nutrition can be easy to overlook with age. Perhaps you’re like many and feel you’ve earned the right to eat whatever you want after living so long. While balance still counts, don’t let some friendly diet advice […]
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Because April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, we wanted to help spread the word about how those suffering have found some relief. Through unique therapies, there’s hope! Parkinson’s disease presents differently in each individual who is diagnosed. There are both physical and non-physical symptoms that come from this neurodegenerative disease, and its symptoms could impact […]
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You’re going about your life, everything is working out fine, and ouch! Out of nowhere, you have leg pain. This is different from a Charlie horse and you don’t remember experiencing any injury. You eat a banana hoping it’s a simple cramp that will subside. The banana was nice, but hours later your leg still […]
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You’ve probably heard the phrase, “You’re only as old as you feel.” If you’re feeling beyond your years, it may be a good time to reassess your habits. Have you seen a doctor recently? Have you been eating fresh fruits or vegetables? When was the last time you took a walk? How are you sleeping? […]
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Hobbies like arts and crafts can be a wonderful escape. Whether we’re admiring someone else’s handiwork or creating our own, everyone benefits. Although our hobbies may change based on our abilities, arts and crafts should be enjoyable for a lifetime. Art projects help us to stay happy and can keep us sharp as we age, […]
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Instead of the usual “new year, new me,” we’re diving deeper into something we hope will last longer than a typical New Year’s resolution. While no one wants to think about being unable to make decisions, that’s exactly why this is important—the uncomfortable stuff usually is! A healthcare directive allows you to put into writing […]
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