You know what? There’s a lot of misinformation about brain health, which is why it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re trying to support cognitive function. Many people believe that common myth about brain health, [e.g., memory loss is inevitable] is true, making it harder to find effective strategies.I’ve learned that [truth about brain health,

Caring for an older adult is no small task, and it can be expensive too. From out-of-pocket costs for medical supplies and prescription co-pays to home modifications and hiring help—these expenses add up fast. On top of that, many of you might have had to leave your jobs or cut back on hours to provide

It’s important to know that home health care and home care are two different types of support.Home Health Care: Home health care involves medical services like physical and occupational therapy, prescription medications, medical tests, health monitoring, and wound care.You might use home health care if you have significant medical issues, a recent injury, a high risk

Living in Florida, I see a lot of seniors out walking with a dog in their stroller.But when I visit Utah, I see a lot of young people out walking with an empty stroller. Empty Stroller Awareness reminds us of babies gone too soon. Still, getting the fresh air is good for all of us. Walking sticks

Music has a unique power to bring joy, evoke memories, and connect people across generations. For seniors, music can be a source of comfort and happiness, especially when it taps into the songs and melodies of their youth. It brings back the days we fell in love. When we danced with the one we were

Senior care is expensive and inflation isn’t helping any.  Fortunately, there are thousands of federal, state, and private benefits programs that provide financial help for seniors. I saw this incredible article that really will help us all. But unfortunately, you have to “dig” these programs out of the massive internet or find someone who lives

Why do we ignore recalls and returns? “Oh, it’s just too hard to return it. I’d rather not fool with it”.  We’ve all felt like this before. The product didn’t work out. So, do you return it?, trash it?, give it away as a present to someone?, or put it in the “charity” column for a

There are so many resources out there on the internet that it gets confusing as to what you should look at and believe.These are the top five resources I consistently use because I know they are valid. I also know that they are in the thick of what dementia is all about. and I know

Finding resources for seniors and family caregivers in your area can be crucial for accessing support, assistance, and services tailored to your specific needs. When it comes to finding resources, there are thousands out there. The problem is most of us pass over them because either we are so overwhelmed with the information or we take

Where To Get StartedIf you need resources in order to live independently then you have come to the right place. There are many things to think about. Some of these services are free and others you will need to pay for unless you qualify for their programs. This being said, these programs may have so many guidelines