Wound Prevention: Be Comfortable in Your Own Skin
Aging certainly has its fair share of challenges. Cognitive decline, reduced mobility, problems with vision and hearing to name a few, and what is up with our skin? Our skin relies on us to make good choices in self-care and do what we can to avoid wounds. While we don’t love the look of skin […]
Dehydration, Heat Stroke, and Heat Exhaustion (oh my!)
In a world of uncertainties, there is one thing we can count on in Florida – summer is going to be hot, hot, hot! A short walk across the grocery store parking lot or a mid-afternoon stroll to the mailbox can feel a lot like walking dangerously close to the sun. As we enter the […]
Seniors at Risk: Social Isolation and Loneliness
Social isolation and loneliness are both risk factors for poor aging outcomes. About 28 percent (13.8 million) of older Americans live alone but many are not lonely or socially isolated. While they may seem similar, they are two different challenges older adults face daily. So, what’s the difference? Social isolation is the lack of social […]
5 Common Health Conditions to Manage at Home
As we age, we will likely have at least one chronic health condition to manage. According to NCOA, 94.9% of adults age 60 and older have at least one condition while 78.7% have two or more health conditions. If you are trying to care for a senior and are employed, scheduling all the necessary doctor’s […]
Why Case Management? Real Life Examples Part 1
In 2020, about 1 in 6 people in the United States were age 65 and over. Along with explosive growth in older populations, family dynamics have required a complete reimagining of retirement, aging plans, and family systems. For overwhelmed adult children trying to provide care from afar to seniors struggling to remain independent without a […]
Defining Success with Occupational Therapy
Don’t get them confused with physical therapists – Occupational Therapists are proven professionals making an impact on the daily lives of people of all ages. This less familiar form of therapy has been making a difference since 1917 and has continued to grow in popularity due to consistent results. From functional assessment through rewarding progress, […]
7 Secrets to Senior Home Safety
Most seniors want to age in place at home. We all get that, right? Home – with our own stuff, familiar surroundings, negotiable floor space (most of the time), and plenty of privacy. But what about when a family has concerns about safety, mobility, and the ability of a loved one to complete activities of […]
7 Easy Changes for a Healthier 2025
Welcome to a brand-new year! 365 days of adventure await, and you are ready to take on each and every one. Or are you? Feeling less energetic these days? The holidays are a hard time to start healthy new habits – but a brand new year? It’s the perfect time for a healthier 2025! Often, […]
Plan for Healthy Aging
We all picture ourselves sliding into retirement – the absolute picture of health, grabbing wanderlust by the tail. Healthy aging doesn’t happen by accident. We are aware of the (not so) secret tips to healthy aging that involve diet and exercise. However, thoughtful planning and the right Elder Law Attorney are instrumental in enjoying peace […]
(Not so) Secret Tips to Healthy Aging
We all know what we need to change in our lives to be healthier. How do we implement them so we have these habits in later life? It all starts somewhere, and identifying four seemingly simple (not so) secret tips to healthy aging is a good start. At any age. It’s no secret – Mobile […]