After working throughout your life, you might picture yourself enjoying a beach home, working on your swing at the golf course, or enjoying your grandchildren during your retirement years. But, who says you can’t still have a work life? Finding the right part time job is much more than just a paycheck. It’s a chance …
For our loved ones, we always are on the search for the perfect gift to give. Holiday gift giving doesn’t have to be a stressful, expensive experience. In fact, it has potential to be quite the opposite. Instead of trying to predict what every person on your list may like and then going hunting for …
As the holidays approach, you probably have gift giving on your mind. Finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones is a wonderful feeling, especially when you get to see their smiles after getting exactly what they want. While the end result is worth it, the process of finding the perfect holiday gift can be …
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Caring for another person can be one of the most rewarding experiences one can have. In addition to the fulfilling nature of caregiving, the skill can also provide social and emotional benefits to all involved. Being a great caregiver starts with having compassion and a willingness to reach your full caregiving potential. Once you have …
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Tis the season to be thankful! As Thanksgiving approaches, we shift to a space of reflection and practice gratitude for all that has happened this year. Like all things, the process of aging can present its fair set of challenges, but the positive aspects of old age drastically outweigh the negatives. American Standard highlights things …
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, which means a focus on prevention, education, and natural control. There are plenty of ways to help your body regulate your blood sugar levels naturally so it doesn’t have to work as hard to bring them down. Tactics include hydrotherapy, adjustments to diet, incorporating stress-reducing activities into your routine, …
November marks National Family Caregivers Month and as a special thanks we want to honor all the family caregivers who have dedicated their lives to helping others! Every year, the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recognizes and celebrates National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) by acknowledging the many family caregivers out there who are looking over …
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So, what makes you a good caregiver? Our latest quiz sets out to give you the answer. Every day, caregivers set their own needs and desires aside in favor of those in their care. It’s an extremely challenging undertaking, one that many simply aren’t fit to do. Yet, millions of people around the world serve …
According to Medicare and retirement savings accounts, 65 means entering your Golden Years of retirement. This magic number also unlocks numerous discounts, as well! While you may be aware of some of the more common senior discounts, like breakfast deals and AARP, there are plenty of other discounts for seniors that you might not be …
Owning a pet can be enjoyable and even therapeutic to the owner but not everyone can own a pet due to their living situation, caring ability, or other factors. Seniors who live alone are among the people that would benefit the most from pet therapy. But some may find it difficult to care for a …
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Similar to how our body loses muscle over time, our brains can suffer from atrophy, too. Your brain’s cognitive reserve (its ability to improvise and find alternate ways of getting a job done) diminishes as you age, which makes it more difficult to perform mental tasks. Researchers suggest that following a brain-healthy lifestyle and performing …
Perhaps Betty Friedan said it best with this quote about aging, “Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.’ The fact of the matter is the cliches are right. Age IS just a number but it’s also a privilege. Sure, we’ve all heard the horror stories about aging. From the …