Ways to Help Older Adults in Your Life
I've talked quite a lot about ways that older adults can volunteer in their communities, but today I wanted to do something a little different. Let's talk about ways that we can help seniors in[...]
Fall Essentials Pt. 2
Yesterday, I posted about items that I try to always keep on me for my comfort in the fall. I will try not to recommend specific brands or items that you're not likely to already[...]
Family Friendly Halloween Movies
Halloween is my favorite holiday. Not everyone can handle horror movies, so here is a list of really good Halloween movies for the whole family. Feel free to add these to your watchlist, and let[...]
Personal Hygiene Rituals Pt. 2
A little bit ago I wrote a post about how hygiene rituals that people do their entire lives can be very important to them as they age. I thought we could go over a few[...]
CareBuilders at Home Named to Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing
CareBuilders at Home Named to Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies — Two Years Running When a company makes the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies once, it's a milestone worth celebrating. Making[...]
Fall Essentials
As fall commences in Kentucky, here are some items that I keep on me. This is not designed to sell you anything, and I'm trying to keep the recommendations general enough that it is not[...]
Caregivers Wanted
Like always, we are hiring caregivers! This is going to be a shorter post for housekeeping purposes. We are always hiring, and I thought I'd go over what we are usually looking for in a[...]
Medical Misinformation Pt. 2
My last post was about medical misinformation, and I had a lot to say. I decided to make a second part and there's some other directions that I'd want to go in for medical misinformation.[...]
Spotting Medical Misinformation
Health literacy is important, but so is avoiding medical misinformation. Health misinformation is rampant, and people engage in it often to sell you something and prey on your desperation to stay healthy. Here's how to[...]
Health Literacy Month
October is Health Literacy Month, and so I thought we'd talk a little bit about what that is and what it means. There are two types of health literacy: personal literacy and organizational literacy. We're[...]
Personal Care Rituals
Some people have personal care rituals that they engage in throughout their lives, beyond the fundamentals like brushing your teeth and using soap. Older adults are no different. Continuing them is important to them. Let's[...]
When to Hire a Caregiver for the Holidays
As a follow-up to our post on why many families hire a caregiver for the holidays, let's look at the other side of the question: when is the right time to actually make that call?[...]
Holiday Help
One of the things we often recommend to families around this time of year is bringing in a caregiver — either adding extra hours of care to an existing arrangement, or hiring an in-home caregiver[...]
Preparing for Cold Weather
Last week we shared some cold weather preparation tips for older adults, focused on layering, keeping extremities warm, and protecting your skin from dry air. There's more to cover, so this is a continuation. The[...]
Easy Fall Meal Prep Pt. 2
Bulk meal preparation is a great way for older adults to get meals for less effort. I posted about it last week, and I thought I'd do a second part today. Here are some easy[...]
Mental Health for Older Adults
Mental health can become more complicated with age. Many older adults face a combination of loss, grief, retirement transitions, and physical or cognitive changes, any of which can take a real toll on emotional wellbeing.[...]
Easy Fall Meal Prep
One of the underrated services our caregivers can provide is help with bulk meal preparation. For many older adults, cooking every day becomes tiring, but cooking once a week and having ready-to-reheat meals makes a[...]
Preparing for Cold Weather Outdoors
Kentucky weather hasn't fully turned cold yet, but it's coming — and there are plenty of outdoor activities worth enjoying even as temperatures drop, especially in the evenings. For older adults, cold weather brings a[...]
Holiday Gifting on a Budget
Yesterday we shared tips for saving money on holiday shopping through planning, budgeting, and watching for sales. Today we're continuing with a few more ways to stretch your dollar — not through finding deals, but[...]
Holiday Shopping on a Budget
The holidays always arrive faster than expected, and for anyone on a fixed income with a large family, gift planning can be a real source of stress. Starting now, in October, gives you a meaningful[...]
Fall Fruits and Vegetables
Healthy eating for older adults often comes back to one simple habit: eating fruits and vegetables that are currently in season. In-season produce is more nutrient-dense, better tasting, and typically more affordable than out-of-season options.[...]
Accessible Fall Activities Part 2
Yesterday we shared accessible fall activities for older adults with mobility limitations. There were more ideas than fit in one post, so this is a continuation. As a reminder, this list focuses on physical accessibility,[...]
Accessible Fall Activities
Fall is one of the most enjoyable seasons in Louisville, but many older adults find that mobility challenges can make it harder to access the activities they used to love. The good news is that[...]
Healthy Aging Month
Healthy aging isn't about one big change — it's about several small, consistent habits that support both mind and body over time. September is recognized as Healthy Aging Month, and the themes it raises are[...]
Helping Middle School Students Pt. 3
Over the past couple of weeks, we've shared ways grandparents can support middle school-age grandchildren, from helping with schoolwork and research to volunteering with extracurriculars and attending events. Middle school turns out to be a[...]
