7 Tips to Keep Your Loved One Cool Indoors This Summer
By Julie Hayes4 min read
When the sun’s beating down, older adults are at increased risk for heat-related problems—even at home.
Aging
Aging is part of life, but it doesn’t have to be discouraging. Embrace aging as a reflection of all the wisdom you’ve accumulated over the years, and look ahead with excitement and joy.
How to Help When Your Loved One Is Depressed
By Kerstin Yoder4 min read
As a caregiver, you’re in a unique position to spot mood changes and to intervene.
Shopping with a List—For the First Time
By Edward Grinnan3 min read
Maybe it was time to accept that everyone forgets stuff as they age.
What to Know About Managing Your Loved One’s Medications
By Cindy Connolly5 min read
Vigilance and organization are key to ensuring that prescriptions are taken safely and effectively.
Mindful Living for Healthy Aging
By Kelly Olsen-Stanko3 min read
The effects of mindfulness combined with meditation can improve your health at any age.
How Creative Expression Can Improve Your Loved One’s Well-Being
By Ashlee Cordell3 min read
Participating in the arts offers a host of physical, mental and social benefits for older adults.
4 Tips to Help Your Loved One Overcome Social Isolation
By Abigail Carney5 min read
It’s vital for older adults to stay connected despite Covid-19 restrictions and other barriers.
Know Your Body, Know Your Fitness Limit
By Kelly Olsen-Stanko2 min read
Dr. Ken Redcross shares several tips to help seniors get started on their fitness journey.
Fitness Ready: Know Your Body, Stretch Your Limits
By Jessica Toomer5 min read
Joan MacDonald, the 75-year-old fitness guru, tells us how to kickstart a workout routine and stick to it.
Meet Joan MacDonald, the 75-Year-Old Influencer Proving Fitness Can Happen at Any Age
By Jessica Toomer4 min read
She shares her road to living a healthier life and how others can too.
How to Make Memorial Day Meaningful for an Older Veteran
By Cindy Connolly4 min read
If you’re a caregiver to a loved one who served in the military, this day of remembrance offers a special opportunity to connect.
What to Know About Caring for a Loved One from Afar
By Cindy Connolly6 min read
A researcher who is designing an intervention to help long-distance caregivers discusses the complexities of this journey.
