Lighten Up This Summer–Here’s How
By Lisa M. Petsche Many people look forward to the mild temperatures and increased daylight of summer, which positively affect their mood and allow new opportunities for enjoyment, especially outdoors. [...]
Elders have a special role in holiday celebrations
The holiday season is a hectic time for many people, due to the preparations and festivities that typically take place. Staying sane, not to mention enjoying this special time of [...]
Help a Caregiver Enjoy the Summer
Many people look forward to the mild temperatures and increased daylight of summer, which positively affect their mood and allow new opportunities for enjoyment. However, caregivers for an ill, disabled [...]
Many Ways to Ward Off Cabin Fever
As people in northern climates age, they tend to become less tolerant of winter weather. Medications may make them more sensitive to cold temperatures, and health conditions or disabilities can [...]
8 Reflections for a New Year of Caregiving
Questions and Suggestions May Prompt Resolutions Whether you are new to caregiving or have been at it for a while, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed and worried about your [...]
All-Generation Celebrations
Enjoy festive visits with a loved one in care How do you include, in holiday celebrations, a relative who resides in a retirement home or nursing home? The following suggestions [...]
Don’t Let Inclement Weather Get You Down: How to Combat Summer Cabin Fever
How to Have Fun Indoors During the Summer When we think of summer time, we usually envision spending plenty of time outdoors, at home and visiting at friends’ homes as [...]
Plan Ahead to Beat the Heat: How to Enjoy Outdoor Events with Your Relative
Planning Ahead for Outdoor Activities with Older Adults The long, warm days of summer bring many opportunities for being outside, not only on your balcony or porch or in the [...]
Get Busy, Get Happy
Click here for a downloadable copy of this article Many people look forward to the mild temperatures and increased daylight of spring, which positively affect their mood and allow new [...]
Seek Moments of Joy to Help Ease Pain
Many people are filled with joyful anticipation and festive good cheer at this time of the year. But some are filled with anxiety and dread, and wish to get the [...]