Sensory activities can improve the lives of older people in many ways. As we age it is common that one or more of our senses will decline which can impact on our quality of life. From the way we communicate to how much we enjoy doing things, our senses play a huge part. And, it is important that as we get older we find new ways to engage our …
Want to Learn More About Having an Accessible Home? Watch This Video
Join environmental gerontologist, Nichole Kain, on a tour of the Welcome HOME bed and breakfast in Newburg, Wisconsin. This video was recorded via Facebook Live on March 24, 2018. The Welcome HOME (House Of Modification Examples) B&B is a non-profit established in 1989 with the purpose of educating the public on the importance of inclusive home …
Assisted Living and In-Home Care: What are the Differences
The benefits of in-home care vs. assisted living As a loved one ages they may develop conditions that prevent them from performing basic tasks. Family members may recognize that the person that they love isn’t able to take care of themselves and requires more assistance than the family can provide. This may be the time to consider hiring …
Loving Your Levis
Some women wear their aging skin like an old pair of Levis. I want to be one of those women. You know the jeans I'm talking about, they hug your curves in all the right places, and know your body almost as well as you do. Whether stained with memories, or tattered by fun, they're still beautiful and you love them. They charm you into wearing …
How Seniors Can Achieve Better Sleep
As they grow older, it is not uncommon for people to start experiencing symptoms of insomnia or poor sleep. Interestingly, the inability to get a full night’s rest is one of the reasons why we always think of seniors as being early risers. It’s not that they don’t need as much sleep — they need the same seven to nine hours a night that younger …
7 Incontinence Products to Help Keep You Dry and Cool All Day
The incontinence products you choose to use will determine the degree of comfort you enjoy. Although one incontinence product will differ from the other, most of them provide unique levels of absorbency, are available at affordable prices, and some of them are reusable as well. Here, we a look at seven incontinence products for men that can provide …