Discover the possibilities when you choose to live your best life in your home. Aging is a fact of life. We might not like it, but aging doesn’t have to keep us from living our best lives. We believe in possibilities: the possibility of spending more time with loved ones, the possibility of making precious …
Read MoreMarch 17th is just around the corner. What better way to distance ourselves from the former 12 months of the pandemic than to search for four leaf clovers, or find that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? These are only a couple of ways you might be able to rake in some …
Read MoreHome care is no longer defined strictly by the in-person care from a nurse or home care professional. Today, technology supplements home care to support patient wellness, even when a caregiver isn’t around. Of course, the idea of using technology can feel overwhelming if your use of laptops, cell phones and tablets has been minimal. …
Read MoreWhat comes to mind when you think of your retirement? Is it more quality time with your children and grandchildren, picking up hobbies or personal pursuits? Perhaps it’s owning a beach cottage or mountain cabin or embarking on some extended travel. Before you start putting money aside for that RV, be sure to incorporate caregiving as …
Read MoreThis article is adapted from this AARP Friends & Family Blog article. New research shows that you likely helped someone this year…and even if it was a small gesture, it likely made a big difference. A recent survey by OptionB.org, a nonprofit organization that promotes resiliency founded by Facebook Chief Operating Officer, Sheryl Sandburg, found …
Read MoreWellness is most likely a word you’ve heard time and time again throughout your lifetime, but what exactly is it? As defined by The Global Wellness Institute, “wellness is the active pursuit of activities, choices and lifestyles that lead to a state of holistic health.” Wellness is seen as an individual pursuit, meaning it’s up …
Read MoreCOVID-19 is still among us, and it’s important that we all continue to do our part to help limit the spread of the virus. In addition to social distancing, that means wearing a face mask while in a public setting. Your face mask helps prevent you from inadvertently spreading the virus to others if you’re sick …
Read MoreThink about all of the things you love to do on a daily basis. Maybe you enjoy swimming, hiking or taking a fun dance class with your friends. Or maybe you simply like taking walks around your neighborhood and spending time with your grandchildren. What do all of these activities have in common? Movement. Undergoing …
Read MoreSome of life’s toughest conversations are inevitable. One of those is introducing the idea of home care to your aging parent. Sometimes, just bringing up the idea of a caregiver that isn’t yourself can cause your parent distress. However, home care provided by a professional caregiver can actually improve your parent’s quality of life and …
Read MoreMany questions continue to pop-up regarding what life will look like when we are no longer living in the shadow of COVID-19. New Jersey continues the “re-opening” process with access to gyms and indoor dining returning this month. It’s crucial to navigate the re-opening of these venues safely to protect yourself and remain healthy. Reopening …
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