Knowing that your loved one needs more care than you can provide is always emotionally draining. However, having to decide between independent living and assisted living can feel overwhelming. While it can seem like a huge decision, there are differences between the two that can help you navigate the process more easily. Continue reading below … Read more
At any age, a brain that isn’t used and challenged regularly will lose its sharpness and wit. As you age, it’s especially important to keep your mind sharp so that you can continue to enjoy new experiences in life. Whoever said you can’t teach an old dog new tricks just gave up trying. Any activity … Read more
Questions to Ask When Touring An Assisted Living Community There are many factors that go into finding the “right” assisted living community. From cost and location to amenities and staff, caregivers must give a great deal of thought to what will make their loved one safe and comfortable. The internet has made it much easier … Read more
If you’re dealing with pain from arthritis, you’re not alone. 23% of American adults live with arthritis (over 54 million people), but it doesn’t have to keep you from doing the things you love. There are plenty of ways to manage your arthritis so that you can stay active and not miss out on what … Read more
For thousands of years, philosophers and scientists have preached the many benefits of maintaining a positive attitude. When we talk about a positive attitude, it doesn’t mean you have to be joyful all of the time no matter the circumstances. If anything, that would mean ignoring reality and could actually be unhealthy. Instead, a healthy … Read more
As we age, our bodies change and so do our interests. Keeping yourself healthy and helping your body age into new years can be a conscious effort, but thankfully there are lots of ways to do so. Things like eating healthy, exercising regularly, and not smoking are a few very key factors in the overall … Read more
One of the most relaxing, educational, and fun activities to do when the weather gets nice is bird watching. It’s great because the whole family can enjoy it, especially in a state like Michigan, where there are lots of different species to look for, it’s fun all day! While there are lots of places in … Read more
As we age, our bodies change and so do our interests. Keeping yourself healthy and helping your body age into new years can be a conscious effort, but thankfully there are lots of ways to do so. Things like eating healthy, exercising regularly, and not smoking are a few very key factors in the … Read more
Spring is here and summer isn’t too far behind, which means it’s time to give some love to those gardens. Through the colder months, our gardens go through a lot, but giving them some extra love and planting new life will make them look good as new. Gardening is a great, low-intensity way to … Read more
Setting aside one whole day to celebrate our moms just doesn’t seem like enough does it? Mothers and mother figures are so important in making the world go round, and sometimes finding the right gift for them can be hard. In general, giving mom a little peace and quiet maybe just be enough, but in … Read more