Spring is in the air and the home and garden centers are full of tress, plants, flowers and herbs to be purchased and lovingly planted at home. Tending to your own personal piece of nature can be very soothing and relaxing. Whether you grow a garden full of vegetables or just enjoy the blooms of […]
Whether you are a dog person or a cat person, a bird, reptile or rodent lover, one thing is certain: WE LOVE OUR PETS. Ask any pet owner and most of them will tell you they consider their pet to be part of their family. In the United States, over $70 billion was spent in […]
Vitamin D is sometimes known as the “sunshine vitamin” and it is a vital nutrient in helping our bodies be healthy and strong. We call it the sunshine vitamin because our bodies can’t produce it unless our skin is exposed to sunlight. Vitamin D is not found in a lot of foods we consume, thus […]
Seniors & How to Prevent Falls One of the greatest areas of concern impacting seniors’ safety and independence is falling. As strength, mobility and balance change with age, the elderly population becomes more vulnerable to falls. In fact, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) identifies falls as the number one cause of senior injury […]
Taking care of your teeth is important at any age. Brushing, flossing and seeing your dentist regularly are tasks we have to perform throughout our lives. This daily ritual is still important no matter how old we get. For older Americans, continuing to care for their mouths, teeth and gums can have a significant effect […]
Alzheimer’s disease, as defined by the Alzheimer’s Association, is “a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills.” It differs than dementia, although many people think they are the same thing. It is reported that more than 50 million people across the globe live with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms […]
Planning ahead for senior care is a topic many of us don’t want to think about. Moving from a home filled with memories into a senior living community can be very emotional. However, the majority of people will have to make a decision about additional care and support at some point in their lives. It […]
Wash your hands, wash your hands, wash your hands. It is a ritual drilled into all of us since we were children. Year round, washing your hands is a healthy habit to keep. It’s even more important as we march toward winter weather and the inevitable onslaught of cold and flu season. Colds and the […]
Food is a central component of our lives. We need it to fuel our daily lives, to provide energy and sustenance to survive and to feel good. Food is there for us when we celebrate life’s good moments, and often our go-to comfort when things don’t go our way. Eating a balanced diet can make […]
The official onset of fall has brought with it daily fluctuations in temperature. The mornings are cool but the day warms up to summer-like temps by the afternoon. It’s a time when the windows being open invite in crisp fall air, until it gets too hot, then we crank the AC back on. The ebb […]