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How to Beat the Winter Blues: Mental Health Strategies for Older Adults
As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, it’s not uncommon to feel a little dip in mood and motivation. For many older adults, the winter months can bring a sense of isolation, fatigue, or sadness. It’s often referred to as the winter blues. In some cases,...
Setting New Year’s Intentions Instead of Resolutions: A More Mindful Approach to Growth
As a new year begins, many of us feel that familiar tug to make a fresh start. We reflect on what went wrong over the last year, what could be better, and what goals we’ll set for the year ahead. Traditionally, this has meant creating New Year’s resolutions: clear-cut...
Winter Safety Checklist When a Loved One Has Dementia
Winter can be a challenging season for people living with dementia and their family caregivers. Cold weather, shorter days, and holiday disruptions can create confusion, agitation, and increased risk of accidents. Whether you’re a caregiver, family member, or friend,...
New Year’s Self-Care Resolutions Caregivers Should Make
As a caregiver, you spend countless hours ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of someone else. That often comes at the expense of your own needs. While caregiving is an act of love and dedication, it can also be physically exhausting, emotionally draining,...
Tips for Visiting a Senior in Assisted Living During the Holiday Season
Dear Donna: For the holidays, my family and I will be heading back to my hometown. I would like to visit an aunt I was always close to who resides in an assisted living community. She never had any children of her own, so my siblings and I make a point of staying in...
How to Improve Sleep Quality as You Age
Getting a good night’s sleep is essential at any age. However, getting a full night of deep, restorative rest often becomes more challenging as we grow older. Many older adults report difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early. According to the...
Ways to Enjoy a Virtual Holiday Visit with a Faraway Loved One
Dear Donna: My dad came to stay with my husband and our family this spring. He had been living alone since my mom passed away two years ago. We felt like he was spending too much time alone and not socializing much. It was negatively impacting his mental and physical...
How Assisted Living Communities Benefit Seniors
Dear Donna: My dad has been on his own since my mom passed away two years ago. She was sick for a long time and my dad was her primary caregiver. I am increasingly concerned about how lonely and isolated he has become. I live just over two hours away, so I can’t be...
Busting Common Myths About Assisted Living
Dear Donna: My 84-year-old mother has been living on her own for about 7 years now. The first few years after my father passed away, she managed very well. Recently, however, things have changed. My husband and I both work full time and have kids in high school and...
Take Charge of Your Future with a Move to Senior Living
Many people think the decision to move to a senior living community is a last resort when independence is lost or health declines. In reality, choosing to make this move can be one of the most empowering, proactive decisions you’ll ever make. Instead of waiting for a...
5 Tips for Creating a Caregiver Backup Plan and Why It Can’t Wait
Being a caregiver for a loved one is a busy role filled with daily tasks and responsibilities. Whether you're providing support to an aging parent, a spouse with a chronic condition, or a family member with disabilities, your presence is essential. But what happens if...
How Can I Stretch My Retirement Income Further?
Dear Donna: As I begin my retirement, I’m trying to commit to sticking to a budget. While I do have some flexibility, my goal is to enjoy life but be prepared for the days when I’ll need more care and assistance. I’m sure there are steps that I can take to make my...