For countless people in the United States, retirement is something they are eagerly looking forward to. After spending many decades working long hours just to survive, the idea of spending the rest of your days resting and indulging in several hobbies is just enticing. But for many American retirees, retiring in the same country that […]
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The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Professional Caregiver
As seniors become more dependent on others for their basic needs, family and friends often take on various caregiving duties. These may start simply, like with rides to the doctor or help with paying bills. Perhaps the neighbor regularly volunteers to cut their grass or shovel snow. Later, families may find themselves helping with making […]
12 Tough Challenges Faced by Caregivers and How to Overcome Them
Caregiving is a common role. Countless people throughout the world end up caring for their aging parents, spouses, other family members, friends, or strangers. Yet, as important as the role is, the challenges faced by caregivers are often overlooked. Indeed, there’s still far too little recognition of all that caregivers do for their loved ones […]
5 Important Tips for Traveling with the Elderly
There are many reasons why you may want to travel with a senior family member and the experience can be an extremely enjoyable one. Nevertheless, there are some key tips to consider that can dramatically reduce the risk of any issues arising.
8 Fun Solo Activities for Seniors
Being alone doesn’t need to be boring. Sure, we all need company at times (it’s essential for health!), but there’s something to be said for the time spent on your own as well. Thankfully, there are plenty of solo activities for seniors out there, ones that can help you enjoy your time and your own […]
Powerful Medication Management Systems for Seniors
Finding a good solution for medication management is critical for promoting overall health. The various options presented in this piece are all approaches that you can take and key parts of an overall medication management system.