The Spring – it may bring about a lush green landscape and blooming flowers, but it may also leave you with sneezing, wheezing, and the need for thorough housecleaning. Tons of pollen in the air leads to itchy and swollen eyes, uncontrollable sneezing, and runny noses for many. Going outside can certainly be unpleasant due…
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Seniors Aging in Place - More Important Than Ever
One of the only positive takeaways from the coronavirus pandemic is reiteration that for many, home is sometimes the safest and best place to be. The safety factor was true for everyone at the time, but especially for the older generation, more vulnerable to issues associated with contracting an incurable virus. Despite the negative aspects…
Supporting Positive Mental Health for Seniors at Home During Covid-19
Prior to any shelter-in-place orders that went into effect for the masses, senior citizens were deemed among the most vulnerable to contracting Covid-19 and it was suggested for them to stay at home and to take safety precautions. So, it has likely been several months since many have had face-to-face contact with friends and family.…
Staying Active and Connecting with Nature While at Home
Earth Day was celebrated during the month of April and we are going to be seeing consistently warmer weather. There is no better time to share ideas for seniors staying at home that incorporates the principles of this special day while promoting physical activity and relieving feelings of isolation from being cooped up indoors. Taking…
Keeping Elders Busy When Protecting Them from Illness Activities to alleviate boredom when staying at home is necessary during flu season (and inclement weather) It is no secret that seniors, especially those with underlying health issues, are at a higher risk associated with Influenza and other medical menaces. While most of the population carries on…
Voice Assistant Devices are Wonderful for Seniors
A portion of the older generation may be slightly reluctant to embrace modern gadgets including smart phones and tablets, however, there are many ways that newer voice command technologies can improve and revitalize their lives with minimal involvement on their part. Devices such as Amazon Echo and Google Home can be great additions to the…
How to Protect Elders from Natural Disasters
How to Protect Elders From Natural Disaster Mother nature can be fickle. While we are often made aware of the potential effects and devastation that could possibly occur as a result of a natural occurrence, there could be a situation where no prior warning or accurate estimation of threat is possible in time to make…