Sometimes we take steps to protect our assets, but they have unintended consequences. Learn how to avoid the most common financial mistakes to protect finances and what to do instead to enjoy your hard-earned savings. 1. Do Not Add a Person to Your Bank Account Many aging … [Read more...] about Avoid Three Common Financial Mistakes
Caregiver Solutions
Go With The Flow: Caregiving for someone with dementia might require a little acting.
Karen Stobbe’s dad was diagnosed with dementia more than 25 years ago and since that time, she has dedicated her life and skills as a theater professional into training others. “I went to every workshop, conference, and read every book. I wrote a performance about caregiving, … [Read more...] about Go With The Flow: Caregiving for someone with dementia might require a little acting.
A Caregiver’s Story: Finding A Better Way
Mom and Dad were both healthy and active into their eighties. Life was good. Then a series of strokes left my dad in need of more care than my mom could manage; their transition began in earnest. My two siblings and I went through it along with our parents. It was tough … [Read more...] about A Caregiver’s Story: Finding A Better Way
A Unique Perspective On Aging
The Ups and Downs of Growing Older: Beyond Seventy Years of Living by Dr. Viola Mecke is a new book that addresses the physical changes, as well as the challenges individuals and families may encounter in daily living, communication, and relationships as one ages. It combines Dr. … [Read more...] about A Unique Perspective On Aging
Stop Inner Ear Balance Problems
The inner ear houses the vestibular system, which is responsible for balance and proper orientation in space. Over time, normal wear-and-tear in this system can lead to dizziness and balance problems. According to Dr. Steven Shotts of Advanced ENT and Allergy, the most common … [Read more...] about Stop Inner Ear Balance Problems