Palliative Care and Homecare
November is Hospice and Palliative Care Month and so I thought we'd touch on end of life care today. Since we are non-medical, our role is a little different. This is not medical advice. Companion[...]
Preparing for Homecare Over the Holidays
The holidays are often a very busy time, especially if you have a loved one who needs homecare. Sometimes getting care started is the last thing on your mind, but it will be a huge[...]
Halloween Safety Pt. 2
Happy Care-o-ween! I wrote about Halloween safety tips, and I have some more tips for you. You can read my previous post in here, and read on to learn more about ways to safely enjoy[...]
Last Minute DIY Costumes for Older Adults
Welcome to the first day of Care-0-Ween! Halloween is right around the corner, and it's my personal favorite holiday. And you can wear a costume at any age, even if you are handing out candy.[...]
Care-o-Ween
I have an exciting announcement! In two weeks, we will be doing a themed event here on the blog. Halloween is my favorite holiday, and I like to celebrate it however I can. And to[...]
Medication Education
In light of Senior Pharmacist Care Week and American Pharmacist Month, I thought we'd talk about the important role that pharmacists play in healthcare and health education. Once again, this is not medical advice, we[...]
Staying Active in Cold Weather
Staying active can be a big deal for older adults, especially when the weather cools down. Some of the best and most affordable ways for people to exercise involve going outside but that can get[...]
Spooky Safety Tips
Here are some safety tips this Halloween for seniors and their families. These apply whether they are staying home passing out candy or trick-or-treating with their grandkids. There is fun to be had for everyone[...]
How to Spot Health Misinformation
The internet can be a great resource, but there is a lot of misinformation on the internet. There is in particular, a lot of health misinformation that is used in marketing materials for different products.[...]
Telehealth for Older Adults
Since it is the end of Telehealth Awareness Week, I thought I would talk briefly about some ways that older adults can incorporate aspects of telehealth into their care, and how their loved ones can[...]
No Bake Fall Treats
I always love to hype no bake treats because they are super easy for kids and older adults to do independently or with each other. No one has to worry about an oven, which is[...]
Volunteer Opportunities For Older Adults
One of the best things older adults can do for their social health is volunteer if they're able to do so in their community. I've covered this a little before, but I haven't talked about[...]
Healthy Aging for You
September is Healthy Aging Month, and this year's theme set by Healthy Aging Magazine is "Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself." We are going to talk about some simple changes you can make in your[...]
Accessibility Features in Packaging Pt. 2
A few days ago, I wrote a post about accessibility in consumer product packaging. If you're interested, you can read more about that following this link. We'll go over some more accessibility features. Of course,[...]
Accessibility Features In Product Packaging
I've written quite a bit about accessibility and mobility changes in the older adults. It might be helpful to talk about how certain parts of product packaging can be accessible. Of course, not every accessibility[...]
Fine Motor Activities For Older Adults
I did a little mini-series about fine motor skills challenges in older adults a few weeks ago. Fine motor skills decline can deeply impact the independence and quality of life of older people. It can[...]
Fine Motor Challenges Part Two
Yesterday we talked about fine motor skills challenges and I had so much to say that I split it in two parts! Let's talk about some more fine motor skills challenges that older adults face[...]
Fine Motor Skills Changes
Older adults commonly experience fine motor skill changes as they age. This can depend on any individual conditions that they may have, like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's, as well as their fitness. This is one of[...]
Back-to-School Sales for Seniors
School is starting soon! The beginning of school means back-to-school sales, and there are some categories that older adults can benefit from as well. Today we're going to talk about some of these deals that[...]
Electrolytes for Summer
When it's really hot out, replenishing your electrolytes is as important as staying hydrated. Here are some ways you can add some electrolytes into your diet. Please consult with your doctor before taking electrolyte supplements[...]
Cleaning Tips for Older Adults
Are you getting into the spirit of cleaning but you're not able to do it like you used to? Here are some basic cleaning tips. You can also check out this spring cleaning post I[...]
UV Protection Beyond Sunscreen
July is Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Awareness Month, so lets talk about ways to protect yourself from UV rays beyond putting on sunscreen. If you want to see a post about comparing mineral and chemical sunscreens,[...]
Affordable Indoor Summer Activities for Families
Every season I like to post about some ways that older adults can have affordable family fun. Affordability can be a huge concern for them, but they still want to hang out with their grandkids.[...]
Summer Family Activities
Summer break is a great time to spend with your family. I often give suggestions for affordable activities that older adults can do with their grandchildren or other children in their lives. I feel that[...]
Chair Yoga
We are coming up on International Day of Yoga next week. A lot of older adults may shy away from yoga because they do not think they have the stamina or balance for it. However,[...]
