By Marie Bradby Instead of aging in place, many Baby Boomers are ditching mowing the lawn, replacing the hot water heater, and dusting rooms they no longer use to move to smaller homes, often in senior communities. “What we hear from a lot of our residents is they see the … [Read more...] about Score High with a Better Living Situation
4 Simple Caregiver Solutions
By Rachel Reynolds “There are many products designed to help you care for your loved one.”Side rails that fit between mattresses, anti pressure overlay mattress, bed cloth or disposable barrier pads can help.Hard sole shoes or socks with grippers, elastic waist slacks and shirts … [Read more...] about 4 Simple Caregiver Solutions
“Learning to stretch and move to the edges of our body is a way of showing the body that we love it, care for it, and respect it…”
By Rachel ReynoldsPhoto by Melissa Donald When it’s hard to reach that top shelf in a kitchen cabinet or bend over and tie a shoe, it’s often because our muscles are tight and lack flexibility. Stretching and flexing the body regularly can relieve tightness and increase … [Read more...] about “Learning to stretch and move to the edges of our body is a way of showing the body that we love it, care for it, and respect it…”
4 Tips for Making Your Parents’ Big Move Seamless
By Marie BradbyWhile taking care of your parents might span years, there are people available to do the hard work of getting them moved out of their homes and into senior care. Barbara Morris, 70, is founder of Smooth Transitions, a senior move management company that helps … [Read more...] about 4 Tips for Making Your Parents’ Big Move Seamless
Is Your Loved One’s Care Headed in the Right Direction? Part 4
By Carrie VittitoeIllustration by Brittany GranvilleThe terminology surrounding senior care can be confusing. What’s the difference between assisted living and skilled nursing? What exactly is independent living? The industry happens to be in the midst of rebranding continuing … [Read more...] about Is Your Loved One’s Care Headed in the Right Direction? Part 4