Pets play a huge role in our lives. For many of us, our pets are like another family member. Whether it’s a dog, cat, guinea pig, etc., we love our pets, and they love us (at least we think they do). There is nothing better than coming home and being greeted or seeing one of […]
We all know the difference between the feeling of getting a good night of sleep versus a bad one. Getting a good night’s sleep makes a huge impact on your day as it affects many things like mood, energy, focus, etc. There’s nothing worse than the feeling of waking up and immediately knowing you didn’t […]
Hearing loss is one of the most common things experienced among seniors. Trying to communicate with seniors that suffer from hearing loss can be very difficult for both parties. However, there are a few tips that can make communication clearer and easier. Some of these include: Face the person being talked to When talking […]
Many things in our homes can potentially be safety hazards for seniors. When many of us trip on an area rug or almost slip on a spill, we may not think twice about it and simply fix the minor problem. However, for a senior, these things can be very dangerous. Senior falls are one of […]
Being outdoors gives us a feeling that we can’t get from anything else. There’s just something about the smells, sounds, and sights that never get old. As humans, we naturally feel connected to the outdoors, whether we are going for a walk, playing our favorite recreational game, or anything in between. Being cooped up in […]
As we age, our body begins to show signs of the wear and tear we put on it over the years. One of the ways that this shows up is in joint pain and arthritis. This is so common because, throughout our lives, we tend to beat up our joints and bones with physical activity. […]
We’ve been told our entire lives that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The word breakfast speaks to why it is such a key part of our day; it breaks the fast that our bodies are put through during sleep. When we wake up, we need to give ourselves the fuel to […]
Social media has been known to have a bad reputation at times. However, there are many benefits when it’s used the right way. The neat part about it is that it can be a helpful tool for all age groups due to the wide variety of content it offers. People may think that it is […]
Christmas is one of those holidays that just sneaks up on you! Before you know it, you’re one week away from Christmas and haven’t started wrapping any gifts. In fact, you haven’t even bought all your gifts, it’s 11 pm, and your child just told you they need glue for a project due tomorrow morning! […]
When you need a break from normal day-to-day activities, some people enjoy participating in artistic activities. There is a sense of relaxation and comfort in taking on a creative and productive task, creating visual art, preparing a meal, or writing in a journal. A sense of accomplishment can also be uplifting once the project has […]