There aren’t many people who will tell you that laughter and humor are bad for you. In fact, most would argue the opposite. After all laughter has been shown to: Lower blood pressure Increase your oxygen flow Reduce stress and increase relaxation Boost your immune response Support memory and learning Provide a full body workout […]

Focusing on humor is essential for caregivers, on the job and in personal lives. To focus on humor is to see the light in a situation no matter how grim. "Laugh as much as possible, always laugh. It's the sweetest thing one can do for oneself & one's fellow human beings." - Maya Angelo With […]

When you get a new diagnosis, it can feel overwhelming.  All of a sudden there are new rules to memorize and labels to read.  However, there are a few ways to add nutrition to your new diet that will also increase variety! Becoming Diabetic Friendly Bring on the Berries Some fruits contain as much sugar […]

In February our country typically celebrates a month of love, relationships and heartfelt warmth.  With red hearts and heart shaped chocolate boxes in every store front window you may think I am talking about Valentine’s Day. But this month I am focusing on those who are performing a “labor of love”- Caregivers. Many challenges are […]

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 […]

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 […]

November marks National Family Caregiver Month. It’s a time to thank, recognize and support caregivers who make personal sacrifices on a daily basis caring for a loved one. They give so much and ask for so little in return. Many family caregivers don’t think of themselves as caregivers and don’t expect any kind of acknowledgement […]

Finding out a loved one has cancer can be overwhelming. Cancer affects not only the person diagnosed but all those who care about that person. You may be wondering, “What should I do now?” or “How can I help?” – There are many sources of support for people facing cancer. The American Cancer Society is […]

When you’re young and able-bodied, you don’t think much about a fall. You may simply dust yourself off and carry on. But for the elderly, falls can cause injuries from scratches, bruises, and abrasions to more serious harm such as fractures and head trauma. These falls can have serious effects on a senior’s life and […]

There are 66 million Americans who care for their children, spouses, and parents; emotionally, physically and sometimes financially. Research shows that nearly half of adults in their 40s and 50s make up the Sandwich Generation: a term that describes people who are squeezed between the demands of caring for aging loved ones and their dependent […]