A lot changes when someone receives a diagnosis of a serious health condition or disability. There may be changes to a personās physical abilities, daily life, career, or long-term plans. Thereās no wrong way to feel about a big change in oneās health, and complex emotions are expected. Itās important to acknowledge that people may ... Read More
As we journey through the various stages of life, our needs, concerns, and health considerations evolve. Aging can bring about unique challenges and require specialized care and support. However, most donāt know about these professionals until we need to interact with them. In the spirit of Sesame Streetās āThe People in Your Neighborhoodā segment, we ... Read More
When a loved one receives a diagnosis of dementia, it can be a welcome answer to years of questions. But itās also the start of a new journey for families with lots of unknown variables. Itās a hard thing for adults to navigateābut what about kids? Maybe your teenager has noticed grandmaās symptoms, but how ... Read More
Music has been described by both scholars and artists as the universal language of humanity. Music is therapeutic, especially when it comes to healthy aging. As research continues to unveil the relationship between music and our minds, it becomes increasingly evident that embracing musical moments is good for our health. Music and brain health Studies ... Read More
Taking care of someone with dementia is a big job. Depending on the stage of dementia and a loved oneās abilities, dementia caregiving can involve a wide-ranging set of challenges for both the person with dementia and the caregiver. Thankfully, technology is catching up to the unique needs of people with dementia and their caregivers. ... Read More
End-of-life is one of the most vulnerable times for patients and their loved ones. The entire situationāincluding the decisions and emotionsācan be overwhelming. Thankfully, there is a healthcare service dedicated to helping people in these very moments of crisis: hospice care. What is hospice care? Hospice care is specialty medical care for people who have ... Read More
Youāve probably heard about practicing mindfulness before but what exactly does it mean? In short, mindfulness means that youāre focusing on being rooted in the present moment. It sounds simple enough. But just like any skill, learning to be mindful takes practice and patience. Purpose of Mindfulness Overall, the idea behind mindfulness is being actively ... Read More
Thanksgiving is a time when we show appreciation for our blessings and celebrate the bounties of delicious food with loved ones. Science suggests that it would be good for our mental and physical health to extend this practice of thankfulness throughout the year! After dealing with the coronavirus pandemic for more than three years, we ... Read More
Caring for a loved one can be immensely rewarding, but it can also bring about feelings of guilt, especially when caregivers believe they are falling short of their own expectations or those of others. Coping with caregiver guilt is important for both the caregiver’s well-being and the quality of care they provide. Here are some ... Read More
When you think of getting a vaccination shot, do you immediately remember your childhood? Itās not surprising. After all, one of Normal Rockwellās most famous paintings is a boy waiting in the doctorās office, looking at the posted medicine license while the practitioner readies a shot. But the truth is: vaccines protect everyone in every ... Read More
Liz has been an instrumental partner in 8 years of long-distance caregiving for my mother. She has seen us through multiple living situations, and has always been there to support my mother and her needs. Iāve relied on her sound advice in so many different situations and canāt imagine how my mother would have been able to stay in Florida as she wanted without Liz.