Relocation stress syndrome may occur in older adults following an abrupt change in living arrangement. It may develop following a traumatic event such as the sudden loss of a spouse or serious injury. However, the range of possible symptoms may escalate to a more serious disruption in one’s physical and mental health. In this case, […]
There are many factors to consider when trying to understand a resident’s reluctance to engage in community activities. This article presents many reasons why residents may isolate in their community settings. Some reasons may relate to the feelings of loss of the former residence and friendships, while others may relate to the person’s own personal […]
Life is a series of successive stages or milestones, and moving from one to another can sometimes be difficult or it can be desirable. These are new chapters. In this article, we see a description of steps that are recommended to successfully transition from one chapter to another. A new chapter here may refer to […]
How we cope with stress is a function of our physical and emotional well-being. Stress is a physical and psychological reaction to a perceived threat in our environment, whether real or imaginary, positive or negative. Coping with stress can be a major challenge. Physical reactions to a stressor include rapid heartbeat, sweating, and dryness of […]
For older adults, there are many occasions when a major physical or personal event takes a huge toll on the person’s outlook and potential recovery. The recovery may mean a return to normal, that is, to how things were before the event. On many occasions, however, it may mean creating a new normal. The person […]
In this Living to 100 Club podcast, our guest discusses strategies for changing how someone experiences chronic pain. Our guest is Dr. Afton Hassett. She is the author of a just-released book, Chronic Pain Reset: 30 days of Activities, Practices, and Skills to Help You Thrive. The book helps readers evaluate your pain and its […]
by Joe Casciani, PhD The notion of someone who is aging successfully frequently implies optimum physical and mental health. But, to me, successful aging also applies to those who struggle with a medical or personal challenge and learn to cope with or manage the challenge. This article explores the psychological challenges of rehabilitation following a […]
Our guest for this Living to 100 Club podcast is Lisa Cini, an environmental design expert creating environments in health care and private settings. How do you create environments that foster wellness, engagement, and positivity? Her goals are to incorporate knowledge about longevity, interior design, and technological advances that collectively contribute to keeping our future […]
This conversation invites as its guest Angela Coleman, author of The Art of Chilling Out. This is a conversation about burnout, worry, and stress. What are ways to replace these negative states with spiritual healing, self-care, and self-love. Angela discusses the need for resilience and adaptation. She highlights how important these are today in the […]
On this Living to 100 Club podcast, we talk with Peter Ross, CEO and Co-Founder of Senior Helpers. Senior Helpers is a non-clinical skilled care company, with approximately 30,000 caregivers working in 350 offices in 43 states in the US and in other countries. Peter shares his history with the company and its growth over […]
