Monthly Archives: July 2023

Senior Driving Safety: Time to Take the Keys?

Driving has long signaled freedom and independence. A sign of power in youth and the last vestige of opportunity in old age, the craving to drive is a core desire for the majority of our lives. The current generation of older adults – the Baby Boomers – are the first to experience this love affair.…
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Dementia: Helpful Hints for Daily Life

When someone we love is diagnosed with dementia, we are all living with dementia. It can be a scary and confusing time as everyone learns to adjust. You may want to learn all you can about the disease and what to expect. But most of all, you want to discover how to live with dementia…
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Summer Nutrition for Seniors

There is no getting around it – it is HOT here in Florida. Nutrition and hydration are an important focus for everyone, particularly for seniors. Fresh, healthy food can be expensive but good menu planning can make eating right affordable. Not sure what food to prepare to help beat the heat? Keeping healthy snacks on…
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3 Risks to Avoid with Private Duty Care

Moving into a senior living community is a big decision. It is hard to know when a move is needed, much less when to bring up the subject. Seniors prefer to age at home, but sometimes that is complicated by health issues and safety concerns. Adult children struggle to find the right time to talk…
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