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Petting other people's dogs, even briefly, can boost your health

Posted on August 15, 2023 - Furry friends to the rescue! Petting other people’s dogs, even briefly, can boost your mental health.

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7 Helpful Tips for Helping Your Parents Downsize

Posted on August 10, 2023 - Are you taking on the insurmountable task of helping your parents downsize? As we age, we eventually need less space. But the task of moving your parents from a longtime family home (with years of stuff) to a retirement community, assisted living, or smaller home is time-consuming and overwhelming. Helping parents with this significant lifestyle change can be challenging. To make this process easier, here are 7 tips for helping your parents downsize.

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Dementia becomes an emergency 1.4 million times a year

Posted on August 8, 2023 - Accidents and behavioral disturbances lead the list of reasons for ER visits, suggesting need for better caregiver support to prevent crises.

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Music and Sleep: How Music Affects Brain Health and Sleep Quality in Older Adults

Posted on August 3, 2023 - Music is a big part of life! Many of our great moments involve music; birthdays, weddings, and graduations are more enjoyable with great music. Music can invoke a special memory, change your mood, energize you, and make you want to dance. But were you aware that music may impact brain health and sleep quality as we age? Read on to learn about the health benefits of music, how music can help you get a good night’s sleep, and easy ways to incorporate music into your everyday life.

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‘Hospital-at-home’ trend means family members must be caregivers

Posted on August 1, 2023 - Have you been offered hospital care at home? There are many factors to consider.

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