Families are frustrated. When someone thinks a person is taking financial advantage of an aging parent, the public message is an urge to report to Adult Protective Services. APS, sometimes called by other names, is a local government entity tasked with investigating complaints about elders. They, in turn can report evidence of a crime to […]
Learn how you can move toward your highest and best health today: Did you know that how you speak to yourself affects your mental and overall health? You’re probably thinking, Yeah, right! Hey, I do understand your skepticism. After all, your internal conversations are just your private thoughts and don’t really effect anything or anyone […]
Does it ever seem to you that autoimmune diseases, digestive disorders, and other chronic illnesses are on the rise? Or that people seem sicker and sicker despite our medical advances? Your observations are correct. Healthcare is increasingly inaccessible for many people. We’re surrounded by toxic synthetic chemicals in our environment, homes, and even our food. […]
What words come to mind when you hear the word “midlife”? Google midlife, and you’ll find scores of results for the midlife crisis, leading one to expect sudden upheaval and decline looming on the horizon. Turn on the TV, and the ads featuring middle-agers all target loss, whether in sexual ability, bladder control, or beauty. Thanks […]
I was visiting with a friend today about aging and looking at life. She used the words “building blocks” to describe the various and numerous life events we all have from birth to the present. These key events have determined who we have become, the life experiences that, put together, have created who we are. […]
Do you or a loved one have Dementia, or does a doctor suspect that it may be Dementia? Generally speaking, screening tools are the first step in helping sort out the reasons why and to what degree someone may be having a cognitive challenge. Then depending on the results of those screeners, physicians may also […]
Talking to children about money is vital. This will help them understand that money is not taboo or scary. To raise well-rounded and compassionate children, talking to your children about money is essential. From parents like you, here is some expert advice about handling giving back as a family. Here are some tips to help […]
If you’re a smartphone owner, as we all are, you probably use mobile apps every single day. Whether you’re video-chatting with a grandchild, playing games with your friends or checking Facebook, a mobile app makes all that possible to do. Today there are literally millions of apps available and it can be overwhelming to pick […]
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Image via Unsplash Losing a loved one tends to be a traumatic, life-changing event. You’re likely to be overwhelmed by grief and pain. If you shared your home with them, that makes it harder still. You’re inundated with memories of them and your time together in every room and around every corner – all this […]
