No one wants to think about an elderly loved one suffering from dementia, but when doubt begins to creep in, it’s best to know the warning signs. Dementia can only be diagnosed by a doctor, but there are several general signs that a doctor’s visit should be on the schedule. They include the following; -memory…Read More
Elderly family and friends are far more likely to fall than younger people for a number of reasons, but those missteps don’t have to happen and can be prevented with a little information and effort on everyone’s part. The National Council on Aging (NCOA) estimates that an elderly American is seen in emergency rooms across…Read More
Not too long ago selecting music for a loved one’s funeral meant choosing a few hymns from a short list provided by a funeral director. But now the possibilities are endless and the choices much more complicated. Of course, traditional hymns are still available if that’s the music that most reflects your loved one’s wishes…Read More
I just recently took an art class to learn how to paint with oils. It has been at least fifteen or so years since I put a brush to canvas, now walls that is a different story. I had to start from scratch and purchase all my supplies. I showed up for the two day…Read More
By Katherine Mike Thank You Notes-A Vanishing Expression of Gratitude that needs to be resurrected. My Mama(she was never Mother) told me that a written note was absolutely the best way to express appreciation for a gift, an act of generosity, or words of concern and kindness. Since I had a love affair…Read More
Can having a pet really help combat loneliness and reduce the sign of other ailments? All signs and some reports point to an astounding YES! According to a study from The Gerontologist in 1986 seniors were able to combat loneliness with the love from a pet. There are many other positive side effects from pet…Read More
