Even though you knew it was time for your mom or dad to transition to senior living, that doesn’t make the new arrangement easier to bear. In fact, many family caregivers experience feelings of guilt after helping their parents move into an assisted living facility.“Guilt is common for caregivers,” affirms Sharon Daily, LCSW-C, a social worker with Stella Maris home care in Maryland. “Caregivers can feel as though they should have done more; … [Read more...]
Tips To Collect And Preserve Family Memories
Family memories are a precious part of a family’s legacy and they deserve to be carefully preserved. Memories can help keep cultural and personal traditions alive, connect multiple generations (even those who have never met!) and help family members better understand who they are by knowing their past. Especially as loved ones age, it can be challenging to collect and organize historical family memories in a cohesive way. Here are some … [Read more...]
The Importance Of Protein For Seniors
What we eat plays a big role in our well being throughout our entire lives, and also impacts how we age. New medical studies show evidence of the benefits of consuming foods that are high in protein. This newest research indicates that protein may help offset the loss of muscle mass, strength and bone density that is a byproduct of the aging process. Here’s a closer look at why protein is particularly important for seniors.Maintain Muscle … [Read more...]
Fostering Creativity For Your Health
Things that we find aesthetically pleasing, like a beautiful piece of music or a captivating landscape on canvas, tend to draw us in. Taking an active role in creative pursuits can offer much fulfillment for our lives. Since prehistoric times, when early man painted on cave walls, people have been leaving their mark through art, music and other mediums. In fact, the modern medical community has conducted several studies to better understand our … [Read more...]
2018 Ageless Art Event At The Lighthouse
Ageless Art is a celebration of the amazing ways we can all create throughout our lives.Join us at Lighthouse Ellicott City for exhibits of the work of community artists, and enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while enjoying entertainment. A caricature artist will be on hand to draw a personal portrait for you.Please come out on Thursday, May 31st from 4:00 - 7:00 pm. To RSVP, please call 410-465-2288.Last year’s event was a great … [Read more...]
Take Time To Stop And Smell The Flowers
We often take our sense of smell for granted, but studies show that scents are closely linked to memory and can even impact moods and emotions. It’s fascinating to think that just inhaling a particular scent can transport us into a different time and place or put us in a different frame of mind. Read on to learn more about the benefits of “smell therapy” and how you may derive some benefits from taking time to stop and smell the flowers. … [Read more...]
Explore Music Therapy To Improve The Rhythm And Tempo Of Your Life
Music has the power to evoke emotions and memories and can create new memories. Music is also a medium that can bring people together through shared experiences, battle depression, improve cognitive function and reduce stress. Best of all, you don’t have to be a professionally-trained singer or musician to enjoy the benefits of music therapy. Whether you decide to listen to some nostalgic tunes or learn to play a new instrument, there are a … [Read more...]
What To Do When You Can’t Respect Their Wishes
You want to respect your loved one’s wishes and his independence. But what do you do if it’s simply unsafe for him to continue living at home, yet he refuses to move? How can you do what’s best for him without running roughshod over him?Here, Patricia Maisano, founder and chief innovation officer of IKOR International, an advocacy and life management organization for seniors and individuals with disabilities, offers insight into making tough … [Read more...]
Creating A Moving Plan
Moving from a home that you’ve possibly lived in for decades to a senior living community can be a big transition. Having a solid plan in place early is the key to a smooth, low-stress move-in day. For caregivers and family members who are assisting older adults with this transition, it’s important to recognize that this is a significant life transition. Extra patience and willingness to listen can go a long way to helping your loved one feel … [Read more...]
Exercising Your Brain
As with muscles and bones in the body, the brain experiences a certain amount of deterioration with age. Keeping the brain supple, sharp and active is imperative In order for older adults to live a healthy and long life. Studies show that you can promote brain health by following some simple guidelines like getting enough sleep, maintaining a nutritious diet and not smoking. In this article, we’ll look at some additional engaging ways to help … [Read more...]
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