September 12, 2022 —
Eating for Health and Wellness at Any Age We’ve all heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” No matter your age, a nutritious diet is essential to maintaining energy and a healthy weight. It can even help prevent chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Early research... Read More
August 8, 2022 —
Who – When – How? Moving to an assisted living facility is an important life decision for older adults and their family. How do you know when it’s the right time? What is the difference between assisted living and independent living? And how do you pick the best option? Like most important decisions, researching the... Read More
June 6, 2022 —
If you live in Houston, you’ve probably heard that hurricane season is upon us. And you know what that means, especially if you have an older family member’s welfare to consider. It’s time to prepare. Whether your loved one lives alone, in a care facility, or in your own home, there’s a lot to be done to keep your family as safe as possible. Each... Read More
May 15, 2022 —
May is Aging Life Care/Older Americans Month. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned over many years of experience as an Aging Life Care® Professional, our profession is always evolving. I recently attended the Aging Life Care Association Conference in Florida. It’s an annual gathering of like-minded professionals and a wonderful opportunity to learn about... Read More
April 4, 2022 —
Over the past two years, doctor visits certainly have changed. Virtual calls and online communications are now as common as traditional office visits. The shift may be convenient, but for older adults, it’s not always easy to adapt to this new way of interacting. And when doctor visits of any kind typically last only a... Read More
February 4, 2022 —
By Janet Jackson-McCulloch As wonderful as Valentine’s Day can be, it can also serve as a painful reminder of happier times when you love someone with dementia. I’ve mentioned in previous posts that along with my decades of professional experience with this heartbreaking illness, I also understand it on a personal level. My mother-in-law had... Read More
December 30, 2021 —
3 Important Ways We Can Ease Your Mind By: Janet Jackson-McCulloch It takes a special person to choose a career as a caregiver. If you’ve ever tried to care for someone in need, even someone you love, for any length of time, you know how challenging the job can be. The hours are long, the... Read More
November 5, 2021 —
By: Janet Jackson-McCulloch With the holidays just around the corner, millions of Americans will hit the road to visit family and friends. It’s an opportunity to meet new grandchildren, see extended family, or simply be a tourist. But if you’re thinking about traveling with a loved one who has dementia, how do you begin to... Read More
October 15, 2021 —
By: Janet Jackson-McCulloch Somehow, our kids and grandkids have grown up feeling pretty good about themselves. (We played a big part in that, of course.) So why is it so hard for some of us older folks to do the same? Many of us weren’t raised to pat ourselves on the back. Instead, we were... Read More
September 15, 2021 —
By: Janet Jackson-McCulloch Until you or a loved one experience a fall, you probably have no idea how common falls are or how serious the consequences of them can be. The stats are alarming, and they tell a cautionary tale. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, millions of Americans aged 65 and... Read More
