by bbworks | Apr 24, 2023 | Care
Our moms do so much, from the day we are born until the day they leave us. With Mother’s Day coming up soon, it is a great time to start brainstorming ideas with your siblings to do something special. Below, we will discuss some ways you can celebrate your elderly...
by bbworks | Apr 19, 2023 | Care
After a stroke, your loved one may have issues with a number of important functions. These may include movement, sensory issues, cognition, and hand-eye coordination. Thankfully, many stroke survivors can see partial or full recovery through the practice and exercise...
by bbworks | Apr 3, 2023 | Care
If your aging loved one has a history of heart issues, it can be important to keep an eye out for signs of heart failure. While not as sudden as a heart attack, it can still be deadly. Generally, it occurs when the heart’s muscles become weaker, and have difficulty...
by bbworks | Mar 21, 2023 | Resources
Spring is in the air. As days become longer and warmer, it may be time to get your elderly loved one out of the house. Below, we will discuss some budget-friendly activities for the Spring. Wheelchair-Accessible Trails Trails that are wheelchair-accessible can be a...
by bbworks | Mar 14, 2023 | Care
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...
by bbworks | Mar 8, 2023 | Resources
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”...
by bbworks | Feb 27, 2023 | Care
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...
by bbworks | Feb 17, 2023 | Resources
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...
by bbworks | Feb 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
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...
by bbworks | Jan 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
Many elderly individuals lose their spark of happiness with age. But, according to author Margareta Magnusson, it is absolutely possible to look forward to aging and enjoy it while you’re at it! Ms. Magnusson, the author of “The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly: Life...
