by Courtney Boatin | Aug 4, 2023 | Senior Health, Uncategorized
Physical therapy (often called PT) is generally considered a necessary part of recovery from an injury or illness. But regular physical therapy for seniors is also a great option for helping them stay mobile, agile and independent simply because it strengthens...
by Courtney Boatin | Jul 27, 2023 | Caregiver
As baby boomers age, more and more need help from a caregiver. Often this responsibility falls to their children, but other relatives and friends may also find themselves in the role of caregiver. According to the aginginplace.org article, “Caregiver Burnout,” during...
by Courtney Boatin | Jul 7, 2023 | Retirement Community, Senior Living
After years of living in a family home, moving to a senior living community and starting anew means decorating a new senior living home, something that can be a fun and exciting experience. But where to begin? Whether the new home is a house, condo, cottage or...
by Courtney Boatin | Jun 27, 2023 | Memory Care
Alzheimer’s disease is devastating and its prevalence is on the rise. According to the alz.org report, “2023 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures,” in 2023 there are about 6.7 million Americans age 65 and older with the disease, and as the population ages, that...
by Courtney Boatin | Jun 7, 2023 | Senior Living
When a loved one retires, families should begin to think about how to have the senior living conversation so they have a plan for the future. But the conversation can be tricky and even provoke bad feelings if it’s not handled with compassion and sensitivity. Before...
