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Stress is the body’s way of responding to the demands and pressures of daily life. People manage stress in different ways–and the way you respond to stress makes a big difference in your overall wellbeing.  But managing stress isn’t easy, especially in later years as cognitive efficiencies decline and memory-related structures in the brain begin […]

While chocolate covered strawberries and bouquets of red roses adorn the celebrations of love for Valentine’s Day this month, it’s also a good time to give your own heart some extra TLC. February is American Heart Month, a time for people to focus on their cardiovascular health and wellness. You can add more years to

More than 1 million Americans live and thrive during their golden years, in senior living communities. Choosing the right place for your senior, however, remains an intensely personal task. It’s a common challenge faced by many families that want to give their loved one the best care but cannot do it alone. How do you

The Christmas season is a time of family togetherness and making memories that last a lifetime. For young families, it’s a time of wonderment spent with grandparents and cousins…but what happens when you arrive in town–kids in tow–and Grandma suddenly has trouble remembering names, or struggles to find the words for common, everyday objects?

At this time of year, many people are ushering in the Christmas spirit and buying gifts to give others. Some are easy to buy for–and some, including older adults, are more difficult. For those loved ones who are in assisted living or memory care, there simply isn’t room for random items just sitting around.

Maintaining independence as we age is everyone’s goal in life, yet statistics indicate that well over 90% of older adults need help with at least one activity of daily living. Often these seniors are very hesitant to leave the comfort of home and risk losing their independence. 

Ah, the holidays – the time of year when we celebrate the best life has to offer by gathering with family, friends, and food. Saddling up to the table and stuffing yourself silly with all things sweet and savory is part of the fun, as is the afternoon couch nap you’ve earned the right to

For those who have aging loved ones, ‘home for the holidays’ can take on a whole new meaning when you discover that something seems a little ‘off’ with mom or dad at this time of year. Is it just old age or could it be something more serious? The signs you are seeing could indicate

Are you an older adult who has trouble sleeping? Sleep affects so much of our physical and emotional health–from refreshing the immune system to improving concentration–and as we age, changes in sleep patterns can begin to occur that can lead to getting a less-than-optimal amount each night.