TBI and Senior Safety

TBI and Senior Safety

A Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can seriously affect a person’s ability to care for themselves and stay safe. In seniors, this risk can be much greater. March is Brain Injury Awareness month, so we want to provide some much-needed information regarding how a TBI might...
Small Ways to Stay Positive and Happy

Small Ways to Stay Positive and Happy

Did you ever wonder how some people are always upbeat and positive? Compassionate and generous people are happier, healthier, more popular, and more successful in life according to a New York Times wellness report. They stated the Dalai Lama’s “wise-selfishness”...
Fall Prevention Steps for the Elderly

Fall Prevention Steps for the Elderly

For families of the elderly, fall prevention is always something to keep in mind for your loved one. Falling can cause anything from minor issues to a major risk of injury or death in the elderly. Even a minor fall within the home can potentially lead to serious...
Pantry Staples – When to Save, When to Toss

Pantry Staples – When to Save, When to Toss

Every household has a ready supply of everyday food items in their kitchen. Pantry staples, whether in your or your loved one’s home need a good going over every now and then to check on whether the item should be kept or thrown away. According to a January 2023...
UTIs in the Elderly

UTIs in the Elderly

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are bacterial infections affecting the kidneys, bladder, or urethra. They are more commonly occurring in women. While much of the information regarding UTIs is centered around younger women, UTIs can also commonly affect seniors. With...