Breathe these in: Your mom’s cinnamon rolls. A hot shower. A meaningful conversation.The vibrant autumn leaves. It’s our senses that enable us to experience these joys of life — and be connected to the world. Our ability to see, touch, taste, smell, and … [Read more...] about What Do Your Senses Need? – Our Sensory System’s Important Role
Caregiver Solutions
Brighter, Safer Spaces
Recognizing a need for safer homes so that individuals can live there as they grow older is at the heart of every aging-in-place program across the country. New Directions Aging in Place has an innovative approach that not only includes physical home improvements but also the … [Read more...] about Brighter, Safer Spaces
Get Great Sleep At Any Age
Many people believe that humans need less sleep as we age, but the reality is more nuanced. While it’s true that sleep patterns change with age — resulting in lighter sleep and more frequent awakenings — older adults still need roughly the same amount of sleep as younger adults. … [Read more...] about Get Great Sleep At Any Age
When A Caregiver Needs Support
You likely know what respite care is, even though that particular term may not have been used. According to the National Institute on Aging, respite care “provides short-term relief for primary caregivers,” but what it looks like can vary depending on the needs of the caregiver … [Read more...] about When A Caregiver Needs Support
Hiring a Caregiver: What Information Needs to Be Communicated
When a caregiver is hired, one of the things that needs to be communicated by the family is what is normal for the client. By having this information, the hired caregiver can then know what is abnormal. “Once normal is established, then abnormals should always be communicated to … [Read more...] about Hiring a Caregiver: What Information Needs to Be Communicated