It’s good to be home. Familiar surroundings, memories of family, a comfortable neighborhood, and a sense of freedom are just some of the benefits of staying put. However, life does get harder as we get older. Those things we used to do without effort become more difficult and can … [Read more...] about Keeping An Eye On The Situation
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A Fun Way To Fill Your Free Time: Tap Dance Classes! (part 2 of 5)
Tap Dance ClassesEver wondered what Gene Kelly felt like when he shouted “gotta dance” in the musical Singin’ in the Rain? If you answered “yes,” then you might want to “shuffle off” to your nearest tap class. Tap dancing as a hobby is a wonderful low-impact workout that … [Read more...] about A Fun Way To Fill Your Free Time: Tap Dance Classes! (part 2 of 5)
Keep Your Bones A-OK
Our bones slowly become weaker over time as bone mass decreases, putting us at higher risk for osteoporosis. “Osteoporosis is a disease that causes the bones to become weak and fragile, which can lead to fractures,” says Dr. Beth Quinn, Director of Clinical Education and … [Read more...] about Keep Your Bones A-OK
A Woman On A Lifelong Mission
Volunteering has been a way of life for 82-year-old Jane Emke. A third-generation member of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), she has been active in the organization for 52 years.Born in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1940, she moved to Louisville in 1967 when her husband … [Read more...] about A Woman On A Lifelong Mission
Sharing A Home – Setting Boundaries When Family Moves In (part 2 of 2).
Boundaries After a few years with Alzheimer’s, mom had no boundaries, really. We were her care partners at first. As the disease progressed, we became her caregivers. We took care of all her needs. Our boundaries were just the limits of our abilities. My in-laws are … [Read more...] about Sharing A Home – Setting Boundaries When Family Moves In (part 2 of 2).