by Sandra | Apr 24, 2024 | Senior Living
Last year, a Place for Mom1 reported that almost 42 million Americans had provided informal care for a senior during the previous year, with 40%-70% of family caregivers experiencing clinical symptoms of depression. In 2022, a U.S.-based study investigated the impact...
by Sandra | Mar 27, 2024 | Senior Living
The 2023 University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging (NPHA) reported that 34% of older adults in the U.S. have felt socially isolated in the past year, and 37% felt a lack of companionship. ¹ Social connections can open the doors to improved self-confidence,...
by Sandra | Feb 27, 2024 | Senior Living
Ask any pet owner, and they will concur that nothing quite compares to snuggling up with a furry friend at the end of a hard day. It’s no secret that pets can offer stability and comfort as we navigate the rollercoaster of life. When a senior has...
by Sandra | Jan 31, 2024 | Senior Living
Which precious moments in your life have a soundtrack? The first dance at your wedding, a memorable party, or even lullabies sung to you by a parent. Music can transport us, returning us to those beautiful moments long after they occurred. The power of music is so...
by Sandra | Dec 20, 2023 | Senior Living
Despite experiencing higher pain levels, more falls, and worse general health when compared to those in nursing homes or residential senior care, most seniors with Alzheimer’s in the United States live at home. This is according to a 2019 study published by the...
by Sandra | Nov 28, 2023 | Senior Living
A season filled with love, quality time, and cherished memory-making; the holidays are an adored celebration for many families. Synonymous with the sight of excited children and grandchildren ready to open their gifts, the sounds of nostalgic music, and the smells of...
