After a festive season filled with pretty lights, family time, fun events, and holiday traditions, January can feel lackluster. The post-holiday blues affect both young and old alike, but elders are more vulnerable to holiday depression. They might end up feeling lonely, depressed, and just not up for any socializing. Here are our top five …
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Holidays are a time of joy and laughter, being with family, reconnecting with loved ones, and rejuvenating for the new year. Many seniors, however, feel isolated and unhappy during this time of the year. We understand that navigating the holiday season with your elderly loved ones can be stressful and emotional for the caregivers. Here …
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With the temperatures dropping to sub-zero levels, it’s essential to keep a regular check on your aged relatives living alone. Harsh weather conditions can put your loved one’s health at risk. We’ve put together an easy-to-follow winter weather checklist that you can keep handy for your older family member. Warm Winter Clothes When it comes …
The New Year has rolled in, resolutions set, and the holiday lights are ready to hibernate for another year. It’s that time when Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) makes its yearly appearance among young and old alike, in parts due to gloomy weather, and due to a marked decrease in social gatherings, especially after a hectic …
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Five Easy Indoor Exercises for Seniors to Stay Active in Winter Oh, the weather outside is frightfulBut staying active is so delightfulAnd since we’ve no place to goLet’s get some post-workout glow! Did you know just a couple of minutes of moderate aerobics can leave you with a feel-good afterglow for up to 12 hours? …
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Well, we have been lucky so far, but winter is upon us. In Michigan, we relish the sunny days and any day above freezing. We don’t mind the snow, but the ice, wind, and cold nights can cause concern. Winter is here. Have you done the preparations for your older loved ones that live at …
