Houseplants are often beautiful, but did you know that they can also improve your mental and physical well-being? Indoor plants can remove toxins and pollutants from the air, increase humidity, provide you with a sense of accomplishment, and help you de-stress. Even if you don’t have the greenest of thumbs or you were scarred in the past by a short-lived fern, we promise that you can raise a gorgeous houseplant. You just need to choose a no-fuss plant that doesn’t require any pampering. Scroll down to explore some of the easiest houseplants to grow.
Winter Crafts for Seniors
If you’re looking for a way to have some indoor fun this winter, we have you covered. All you need are a few supplies and some creative ideas. Grab some scissors and glue and join us for winter crafts for seniors.
How to Make Video Calls
Connecting with loved ones is incredibly important, but it’s also a bit tricky these days. How can you stay in in touch with loved ones near and far? How can you meet your new grandchild from halfway across the country? How can you join in on a birthday party if you aren’t able to attend in person? Video calls can do it all. If you’re not sure how to make video calls, don’t worry – most video-calling platforms are actually extremely easy to use, even if you’re not the most tech-savvy. Scroll down to learn how to make video calls from the comfort of your couch.
How to Beat the Winter Blues
Another holiday season has come to an end, but we still have a few months left before April showers and May flowers. So how do you bridge the gap without falling prey to the winter blues? There’s no doubt about it: This time of year can be challenging. Cold temperatures and dreary weather can put a damper on your mood – sometimes even leading to seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Symptoms include fatigue, low motivation, and even weight gain. The good news: there are plenty of ways to manage symptoms of SAD and general seasonal malaise. Scroll down to find out how to beat the winter blues and make the most of the winter season.
Kansas City Senior Living Myth #5: It’s A Nursing Home Where People Go To Die
Research and consulting company Age Wise surveyed seniors 65 and older on their impressions of senior living. They found there were five common myths that prevailed among that population. Over the past few weeks, we’ve broken down these myths. This week’s myth is “it’s a nursing home where people go to die.” Myth #5: It’s …
How to Talk to Your Parents About Assisted Living
Since adult children are usually involved in helping their parents make decisions about care needs, we are often asked the question, “How can I talk to Mom about moving out of her home? She will instantly cut me off and refuses to talk about it!” Just as some families have always had open and candid …
Planning Your Move to Assisted Living or Memory Support
As you’re preparing to move your loved one into assisted living and memory care, consider that this will be a new environment in a smaller space. It’s often recommended that you avoid bringing lots of knickknacks or collectibles, area rugs or throw rugs, chairs on wheels, multiples of most things, sharp items such as scissors …
To Do List for Surviving Spouses
This article was originally published in the September 2011 issue of Kiplinger’s Retirement Report by Susan B. Garland, Contributing Editor Profiles. The checklist below can help surviving wives and husbands figure out which tasks to address early on. Gather documents: If your late spouse ran the household finances, it would be great if an organized …
Questions to Ask When Touring Assisted Living & Memory Care Communities
It can be overwhelming to visit an assisted living or memory care community for your loved one. This guide offers some suggestions and questions on how to handle a tour and some questions to ask. Remember to listen to your own intuition. Not only may you see and hear things that are obvious, but you …
Moving a Loved One with Dementia or Alzheimer’s
We’ve all been through the chaos of packing, the sorrow of leaving behind friends and familiar faces, and the anxiety about what lies ahead. Moving into a new home and community can be stressful for anyone. But if you live with a form of dementia like Alzheimer’s, it can be especially distressing. The shock of …