Stress is an inescapable part of life. After all, it's anything that causes a sense of hardship or strain, and very few people get through life without experiencing something that makes them feel pressured. Whether it's thinking about friends or family members, managing your health, handling your finances, or dealing with change, there's a good...
For many of us, our home is our sanctuary. Having to leave that sanctuary to get the support we need as seniors can be a difficult transition. What if you would benefit from assisted living, but you don’t want to live in a traditional senior home environment? The Household Model of senior living might be...
When discussing cognitive decline in seniors, it’s important to avoid stereotypes and generalizations. One misstep you should work to avoid is using the terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s” interchangeably. So, what’s the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease? (more…)
Are you a glass-half-full, happy-go-lucky, always-looking-at-the-bright-side sort of person? Few people truly are, it seems, and that's okay! Being endlessly optimistic can be exhausting. But perhaps you would like a few handy tricks and tips for staying positive? That way, when life throws you a curveball, you can power through with resilience and hope. (more…)
Throughout the year, there are several days on which many people receive gifts from loved ones: birthdays, anniversaries, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas, etc. While these days are convenient reminders to shower our loved ones with affection, sometimes it's nice to surprise someone with a random care package. A care package is a parcel of...