Going on a vacation should be a calming and enjoyable experience. Even in these COVID-19 times, where so much is unknown, it’s still important to find chances to get away and enjoy life. For anyone supporting a family member with dementia, finding dementia friendly hotels is an important way to do so. Such hotels can […]
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The Role of Inflammation in Illness: Causes and Cures
One of the biggest predictors of how well we age is the amount of inflammation present in our bodies. The major killer diseases, such as cancer, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s, as well as the discomforts of gastritis, arthritis, gingivitis, and the many other –itises, all begin with inflammation. When an organ is inflamed, disease follows. […]
Kapok’s Podcast Debut
Here’s some exciting news – Kapok was recently featured on Mark McNease’s site, as part of his One Thing Or Another Podcast. You can check out the podcast for yourself on Mark’s site. In the half-hour episode, Mark McNease interviews Angelica Herrera – the founder of Kapok. They talk about a variety of topics, including […]
How To Talk To Seniors About Assisted Living
At some point, your parents or aging loved ones will reach a time in their lives in which they’ll likely need some special care. Perhaps along with your other personal, professional, and family responsibilities, you may not be able to provide your elderly loved ones with the attention they need. This is where the topic […]
Holistic Mental Health for Caregivers so You Can Thrive, Not Just Survive
The self-help industry has become incredibly powerful, particularly in the field of mental health. There are now countless books, podcasts, TED talks, audiobooks, blogs, and the like, all trying to teach you how to live your best life. We’ve highlighted some of the ideas in previous posts, including self-compassion, mindfulness, and meditation, along with books […]
Holistic Pain Management for Seniors
Pain is a serious problem for many seniors and caregivers. When Western medicine fails us, or is out of reach financially, the pain can drive many of us to explore alternative forms of therapy. Indeed, holistic pain management for seniors can be a powerful tool, where you are combining multiple approaches for reducing and managing […]