Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL)
There are so many terms and acronyms out there in the aging and healthcare industry, and new ones pop up every generation, such as Instrumental…
Boomers
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
When I started working in Nursing Care and Assisted Living, I would constantly hear the term, ADL, which stands for Activities of Daily Living. I…
Sundowning: what is it?
When I first started working with older adults with Dementia, I learned very quickly what Sundowning is and how to soothe those experiencing this daily…
Care Plans are a Necessity
When I worked on the Nursing Care floor of a CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community), I learned very quickly the importance of documentation and Care…
Incontinence- age isn’t the culprit!
Incontinence. Another forbidden topic of conversation that we need to discuss more with loved ones (no matter what their age). And the crazy thing is…
The Reverse Mortgage: How does it work?
I don’t know about you, but when I first learned of the term reverse mortgage I imagined the bank handing you a check with their…
Technology enhances independence in older adults
It is amazing how far technology has come in just a couple of decades. From the internet and smart phones, to computers, tablets, watches, plus…
Funeral Planning should be your decision prior to your death.
Society has come a long way with talking and sharing thoughts on many subjects, but death, funerals, and funeral planning is still not a common…
Age Vibrantly by Adding Yogic Breathing and Movement to Your Routine
Practicing yoga makes you more aware of how your breath and body work together, it gives you the power to intentionally age with ease and…
Home Health Care: when to hire and what to look for
Finding and hiring a home health care company is important when someone you know needs more time and care than you can personally give. However,…