What do you think of when you hear the word ‘toys?’ Most likely, it calls to mind little kids with train sets, tricycles, or perhaps even popular board games like Life or Monopoly. But kids don’t have a monopoly on toys…the seniors in your life can really benefit from them, too! Whether a toy is specifically created for seniors or repurposed, it may help with cognitive abilities, emotional stability, or increased physical dexterity. Let’s take a look at some toys and other objects that can bring great joy and help to the older loved ones in your life!
Most everyone is aware of the term “bucket list”…most likely from the Morgan Freeman / Jack Nicholson movie in the mid 2000s. In the vernacular, a bucket list is a list of things or experiences a person wants to accomplish before they die. Perhaps the term came about as a logical follow on from the phrase “kick the bucket” (to die). In any case, thinking about what would be on your bucket list is a fun exercise that allows us all to dream a little…and it’s great for seniors, youth, and everyone in between! We decided to canvass the crowd to learn what’s on other people’s lists, and then we’ll discuss a few tips that can help you on the path towards achieving them!
How and when to get in home care for a loved one who needs assistance can be a pretty heavy topic for a lot of people. It can be 
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone! In light of this popular holiday, we wanted to share words of wisdom about love from those who know most about it: senior citizens! Karl Pillemer of Cornell University and the Marriage Advice Project “
February is not just associated with hearts because of Valentine’s Day…it’s also American Heart Month! Did you know that heart disease kills almost 610,000 people in the United States 
The holiday season is beginning to wind down, but there are still many opportunities ahead to travel with elderly loved ones. Traveling with a senior brings with it additional considerations, so we assembled some of the most important ones here to share with your family and friends. Read on to learn handy tips for traveling (by air or car) with the older loved ones in your life!
The decision to hire in home care services can be fraught with confusion and uncertainty: 
Do you know whether you’re a mandatory reporter or not? Or what that means? Who can you call to report sexual abuse of an elder? In a previous 
Many people think of the birds and the bees when they hear about “the Talk.” Indeed, this is somewhat a rite of passage in American culture for parents and children. But did you know that there is another “Talk” that is especially important to have later in life? And the roles might even be swapped? The discussion between adult children and their elderly parents regarding end-of-life decisions and desires can be just as difficult to initiate as the birds and bees discussion, but it’s just as important. Let’s take a look at tips to start the conversation, and different considerations that need to be discussed.
It’s a New Year, and a great opportunity to start incorporating healthy habits into your daily lifestyle. In a FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS