by John OKeeffe | Nov 26, 2016 | Senior Safety, Tips for Family Caregivers
The Holiday Season is upon us, with all that it brings with it! For many of us, the Holidays are a wonderful time to connect with our family and friends and celebrate life. However, for many seniors, especially those those who have lost a loved one or those who are...
by John OKeeffe | Sep 29, 2016 | Senior Safety, Tips for Family Caregivers
We’ve all had the flu before. The chills, the body aches, nausea, soreness, ugh! Many people experience the cold and flu during the winter months, leading to increased health care costs, physician visits, and lost productivity. Here are some simple steps to help...
by John OKeeffe | Aug 13, 2016 | Managing Family Caregiver Stress, Potpourri, Tips for Family Caregivers
Whether the music is classical, instrumental, rock, country, or jazz, most everyone I know LOVES to listen to music. Do you ever notice how even new born babies react to music? Music has the same affect on the elderly. Music can soothe or energize, make us happy or...
by John OKeeffe | Jul 31, 2016 | Difficult Conversations, Senior Safety, Tips for Family Caregivers
Isolation is one of the most common problems experienced by senior citizens. As they age, kids grow up and move away, taking grandchildren with them. These families may move their seniors to assisted living facilities or retirement homes, limiting their exposure to...
by John OKeeffe | Jul 17, 2016 | Managing Family Caregiver Stress, Potpourri, Senior Safety, Tips for Family Caregivers
Depression is an alarmingly common problem in the elderly. Retirees often become isolated as they age, having lost the career that brought them friends, purpose, and a reason to get outside every day. As family members, it becomes your job to maintain these important...
by John OKeeffe | Jun 30, 2016 | Managing Family Caregiver Stress, Tips for Family Caregivers
Unfortunately, our society generally glorifies youth and fears or even despises old age, rather than embracing aging and associating age with wisdom and knowledge. Because of this, as we age, we fear the deterioration of our bodies and the possible lack of security...
