Having worked with the elderly for over 12 years with a focus on improving their quality of life and providing peace of mind for their loved ones, one thing is clear; the behaviors we practice and choices we make today have a definitive effect on the quality of life in our elder years. Which behaviors? […]

Self-care is not about self-indulgence, it’s about self-preservation” – Audrey Lorde With a new year into full effect I can’t help but think of the many times I have told myself, “This is the year! This is the year I will treat myself better, sleep better, eat better and exercise regularly. I will dedicate more […]

We’ve already talked about how you can make the holidays a joyful and productive time with your elderly loved ones. But, there are also holiday-specific situations that can put your elders at risk. Let’s look at a few: 1)   Complications with medications: The holidays are a time of indulgence, and for many that includes alcohol. […]

The holidays are a special time of year for most of us, regardless of our beliefs. It’s a time that allows us to gather with family and friends, as well as celebrate an attitude of giving and gratitude. It’s also a time for great food! The holidays can be a tricky time for our aging […]

“Christmas... is not an external event at all, but a piece of one's home that one carries in one's heart.”-Freya Stark This is a wonderful time of year for hope, joy, jubilation and coalescence. It seems that as the holiday season approaches, the world becomes a bustle of vitality. Yet, we still have to figure […]

We are upon the season when our thoughts naturally turn toward home, to warm cozy kitchens, the irresistible aroma of cookies and pies in the oven and the anticipation of joyous family gatherings. Typically, this is also the time of the year when attention is often placed upon wide-eyed youngsters and their joyous moments. However, […]

This time of year most people are exploding with joy, love, laughter and cheer. The holidays are a time to be thankful and embrace our loved ones. It is a time for celebrations, family and rest, if you can sneak that in. However, this may not be the case for our elders. For some elders […]

EVERYONE benefits from gratitude, in numerous aspects of life. Gratitude: Makes us happier Improves our health Deepens relationships Increases productivity Brings relaxation Cultivates resilience Improves sleep The list goes on and on. We’ve already talked about how you can show gratitude to the elderly people in your life, but we wanted to talk a little […]

It goes without saying that gratitude makes us all healthier and it shouldn’t be reserved only for the holiday season. Now that we’ve said what goes without saying, we’ll also acknowledge that it is easy to get caught up in the busy-ness of life and the stress and logistics—so much so, that we temporarily forget […]

“In a matter of a few minutes, Midnight Sun became an integral part of our lives and in an hour we all went home!  It was “normal” immediately!  They are so much a part of our lives and our family that we think of them as such.  His caregivers actively and passionately provide superb care […]