While retirement years are depicted as a period of relaxation and fun in advertisements and movies, the reality is many face financial challenges as senior citizens. If you are helping someone with their retirement planning, or are planning your own retirement, a few strategies can help you cope with feelings of anxiety or worry. Managing… Read More »
Live in the Moment
There are so many things vying for our attention, often we forget to live in the moment. But this is where you can find true happiness, paying attention to the present. It is common to be distracted by work, family issues, and obligations. But life is happening right now. In the present. It benefits your… Read More »
Choosing Your Home Instead of Senior Care
If you are an older adult, or caring for an aging senior, the topic of home instead of senior care has likely come up. But, you don’t have to move to an assisted living facility to get the care needed. There are ways to get help with personal issues, meals, and medication while still living… Read More »
Exploring Senior Transportation Options
It is important for seniors to remain active. So, senior transportation options are essential. Isolation can lead to loneliness, and isolation can occur when a senior or older adult stops driving. In addition, many seniors need reliable transportation in order to get to doctor’s appointments and purchase household items, such as groceries. Changes in life… Read More »
Daily Living Problems for Senior Citizens
Often, older adults want to stay in their own homes even when day-to-day tasks become difficult. While moving to a senior community can be the right solution for some, in many cases with the right support an individual can continue to live in their home, a place of comfort and good memories. With help, you… Read More »
A Senior Helping Seniors
Did you know senior citizens are the largest segment of our population? And that the senior population is still rapidly growing? In fact, it is the fastest growing age group. Helping seniors and older adults stay healthy—mentally and physically—is essential and often overlooked. The baby-boomer generation and their elder parents are in need of support.… Read More »
Art Can Help Older Adults
If you are looking for a way to enhance your life, at any age, know that art can help. And if you are a senior, you may have more time to explore your creative side than you have had in the past. This time might be freed up now that your children have grown or… Read More »
Handyman Help for Local Seniors
It is common to need handyman help, especially when you are a senior. Many want to stay in their homes but are physically unable to keep up with all of the household tasks, from replacing a part of a dishwasher to repairing a broken window. As a senior helping seniors in Santa Rosa, California, I… Read More »
6 Ways to Help to Prevent Alzheimer’s
Guest post by Meredith Rogers, R.N. Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and dementia are on the rise. Those who have had a family member who succumbed to Alzheimer’s may have a greater risk of developing the disease later in life. But Alzheimer’s does not have barriers. As a result, even those who have no family history can fall prey… Read More »
Meditation for Seniors: Why Regular Meditation Is So Important
Meditation is incredibly popular. It’s used by yoga instructors, corporate executives, presidents, and even movie stars. But what about seniors? Should they start incorporating meditation into their lives, too? Actually, meditation for seniors has been steadily gaining in popularity – and for good reason. This practice has a positive effect on seniors physically, mentally, and… Read More »
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