It can feel very comforting to have someone near. Spending time talking with another person can both uplift and inspire. Whether conversing about daily happenings, family, a recently read book, pastimes or current events, a friendly companion helps foster fulfillment of our needs for social interaction. However, changing circumstances may have an impact on the presence […]

They were the ones you looked up to throughout your most impressionable years and the ones you ran to when in need of comfort. They were your ultimate source of unconditional love and the only natural choice when that specific kind of advice (the type of advice that had been matured by years of experience) […]

With instances of fall injuries among older adults being reported on a daily basis, fall risk remains a leading accident concern for aging individuals and their families. While not all falls lead to major complications, common injuries include sprains, bone fractures and head trauma. Aging can bring about risk factors that make falling more likely, and […]

The holiday season is a time for family, dear friends, cheer, the spirit of giving and fond memories of the celebrations in years past. While there is much that makes us stop and reminisce this time of year, there may also be much to prepare. Many individuals can be found navigatin/g the aisles of the […]

This year, Older Driver Safety Awareness Week is being observed from the 7th through the 11th of December. During this time of year, more light is shone on the importance of safe driving and how aging can affect one’s ability to do so safely. Aging can have an impact on key factors that play a […]

Managing everyday tasks along with tending to daily personal care needs can be difficult for those living with memory loss. While Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, injury and other factors that interfere with memory can sometimes be managed, to a degree, with medications, support at home may still be necessary. Varying levels of care are often needed […]

The familiar saying “family first” has withstood the test of time thanks to its agreeable message and comforting connotation. It is a wholesome reminder of what truly is most important. The loved ones in our lives with whom we share unbreakable bonds, deep-rooted traditions, long histories and a lifetime of memories are the ones we […]

Arthritis is a common term often used when referring to joint pain or joint disease. Inflammation of these joints can cause many unfavorable symptoms such as mobility limitations, stiffness, swelling, decreased range of motion, muscle weakness, fatigue, pain, and more. Millions of individuals across the globe are living with arthritis, and there are over one […]

For many, the start of the day commences near sunrise. It is a time where the house is nearly still and each room begins to gradually fill with light. Intimate routines, which have become second nature, commence in preparation for daily activities. When facing difficulty with such independent tasks, however, mornings can feel like a […]