,Flower Mound, Lewisville, Highland Village According to data from the Alzheimer’s Association more than 6 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s and by 2050 this number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million. Alzheimer’s is one form of dementia (there are more than 120 types of dementia) for which there is currently no […]
I am fortunate to have many friends who also work with seniors in my community. We all love to serve seniors, and we love to have fun. Every holiday we put together a “show” that we take on the road. We like to say we are not professional entertainers, but we are entertaining! This week […]
I had the honor of being a presenter on Table Talk this week. I was asked to talk about the different types of senior living options available, red flags that it’s time to move, and how to ease the transition. Click the link to watch the entire presentation. (or watch it below) Originally Published on […]
It’s estimated that Parkinson’s disease affects 1 million Americans. Ninety-six percent are diagnosed after age 50, and the incidence of disease increases with age. Since April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Senior Services Expert Lori Williams welcomes the CEO of the Parkinson’s Foundation, John Lehr. John discusses: – What Parkinson’s disease is + the symptoms – […]
You know that your body needs exercise, but did you know it’s CRUCIAL for your brain as well? I recently interviewed Ron Nevelow, with Enlighten Senior Care on my podcast, and he shared the 5 things we all should be doing to work toward (and keep) a healthier brain. Exercise – 30 minutes of aerobic […]
WHOA! 65 episodes and over 10,000 downloads of my podcast, Aging in Style with Lori Williams. I started the podcast last year, while in the midst of the covid shutdown. Thanks to technology, and the best producer ever, I was able to interview my guests virtually. There is pretty much an unlimited amount of topics […]
I love Christmas! The lights, decorations, parties…but my favorite part is the opportunity to help others, especially seniors who are in need, and to bring a bit of joy into their lives. Last week we worked with Meals on Wheels of Denton County to help raise donations for their Senior Paws program… or “Santa Paws” […]
Meals on Wheels has been more important than ever the past couple years as seniors have isolated during the pandemic. But what is Meals on Wheels, and how does it work? And how do you or your loved ones qualify? Michelle McMahon is the executive director of Meals on Wheels in Denton County, Texas, and […]
Conversations about aging and transitioning into senior living communities aren’t easy for anyone. However, it is imperative that you have these conversations, not just with your spouse, but with your children. The BEST GIFT you can give your family is knowledge of your wishes should you need to transition to an assisted living or memory […]
Your loved one has just been diagnosed with dementia – now what? As Bronwen Zilmer would say, you can’t do it alone, so find your community. As the founder of Oasis, a weekly caregivers’ day out program in Lewisville, Texas, she knows firsthand how important it is. This program was inspired by her experience caring […]
