By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on September 24, 2021
Table of Content1 Maintain an Open Mind2 Enjoy Giving Unconditional Love3 Encourage Better Lifestyle Habits4 Retain Skills & Abilities5 Stay Motivated to Complete Essential Tasks6 Develop a Sense of Purpose When the grandkids come over to visit, your aging loved one knows great things are going to happen. While it’s…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on September 10, 2021
Table of Content1 Understand the Discharge Instructions2 Arrange for Assistance at Home3 Practice Fall Prevention4 Create a Recovery Room5 Provide Support for Lifestyle Changes The long-term health effects of a stroke can vary depending on its severity and location in the brain. However, most people experience some changes in their…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on August 27, 2021
Table of Content1 1.  Maintain a Healthy Weight2 2. Avoid Exposure to Harmful Chemicals3 3. Quit Smoking4 4. Switch to a Low-Fat Diet5 5. Don’t Skip Medical Appointments With so much attention on other types of cancer, it seems as though pancreatic cancer gets overlooked. However, seniors should be aware…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on August 13, 2021
Table of Content1 Encourages Better Sleep 2 Promotes Cooperation 3 Enhances the Ability to Handle Daily Activities4 Organizes Time5 Enhances Safety6 Allows More Time for Hobbies  If you’re caring for an elderly loved one with Alzheimer’s, you know the importance of maintaining a strict schedule. And if you’re new to caregiving, you…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on July 30, 2021
Table of Content1 1. Eggs2 2. Bacon3 3. Potatoes4 4. Whole Milk5 5. Red Meat6 6. Chocolate7 7. Butter It seems like everything is a dietary no-no these days. The ever-growing list of foods to avoid sometimes makes it difficult for seniors and their caregivers to prepare appropriate meals, especially…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on July 16, 2021
Table of Content1 Inflammatory Arthritis 2 Non-Inflammatory Arthritis 3 Diagnosing Arthritis  Arthritis is a condition in which one or more joints become inflamed. This causes swelling, pain, and the inability to freely move the affected joints. The hands, elbows, knees, ankles, spine, and hips are affected most often. Although every type of…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on June 25, 2021
Table of Content1 Find Support2 Journal3 Do Something You Enjoy4 Go Outside If you’re an Alzheimer’s caregiver for a senior loved one, feeling a wide range of emotions is perfectly normal. When you feel guilty about taking care of yourself or for being impatient with your loved one you need…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on June 11, 2021
Table of Content1 Exercise2 Diet 3 Music/Art Therapy 4 Pet Therapy 5 Positive Attitude  If your elderly loved one has Parkinson’s disease, it’s an ongoing challenge to find treatments to address this condition that’s likely to present different symptoms as the disease progresses. By considering nonmedical treatments for Parkinson’s along with doctor-recommended medical…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on May 28, 2021
Table of Content1 1. Lowers Blood Pressure2 2. Acts as a Natural Painkiller3 3. Reduces Stress Hormones4 4. Burns Calories5 5. Boosts the Immune System6 6. Fights Depression and Isolation It’s often said that laughter is the best medicine. According to a growing body of research, that’s truer than anyone…
By Gary Hightower, 9:00 am on May 14, 2021
Table of Content1 1. Crocheting or Knitting2 2. Making Straw Bale Gardens3 3. Creating Flower Arrangements4 4. Making String Art5 5. Recycling Furniture Seniors can benefit from doing creative activities at home. DIY projects provide the chance to make items while socializing with loved ones. Using the fingers and hands…