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 […]
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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 […]
The Benefits and Risks of Journaling for Seniors
Who hasn’t owned a journal at some point in their lives? The practice seems as old as the hills and something that every generation tries out in some way or another. Even with all our electronic gadgets these days, many of us still prefer picking up a pen and a notebook, and journaling the old […]
The Best Incontinence Products for Elderly Parents
Incontinence is certainly an may be an embarrassing problem, but it’s also a common one. Many people suffer from urinary incontinence (and even bowel incontinence), with the issue often getting worse with age. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to make things easier for people with incontinence, while helping to keep them dignified. Finding the […]
The Pros And Cons Of Multigenerational Living
A study from AARP found that 90 percent of people ages 65 and over would rather stay in their homes as they age, instead of going to a nursing home or care facility. Understanding the increased interest in American seniors wishing to age in place can be hard to analyze because of the variables and […]