Essential Community Service for the US elderly – “211”
As we get aged, we may require assistance from local resources and services to help us in common daily living activities. “211” is a vital call service that can refer...
Dealing with Mental Health Crisis
Dealing with a Mental Health Crisis is Possible Each year, 52.9 million people in the US experience mental illness. For 14.2 million of them, their condition impairs their ability to...
8 Tips for Traveling with Pets: A Quick Flying Guide
Each year, two million jet-setting pets hit the skies. And while traveling with our pets can be fun, it takes thorough planning and consideration. Last week, we published a guide...
Red Flags Your Senior Loved Ones Needs Help With Finances
Some seniors have a hard time managing their finances as they grow older. This can make it hard for them to function independently, not to mention leave them open to...
No More Excuses to Exercise
Most of us are aware of the benefits of regular exercise in old age, yet we abstain from regular exercise by giving many excuses. Lack of regular physical activity makes...
Keeping a Healthy Heart as We Age
Cardiac disease is the leading cause of death both in men and women. About 11% of the US population aged 45 and older have coronary heart disease. Here we’ll discuss...
Smoking in the Elderly – Ways to Overcome This
Smoking leads to serious health hazards and puts us at high risk of developing cancers, cardiovascular diseases, pulmonary issues, and many other lifelong disorders. Quitting smoking at any age can...
How to Cope with the Death of a Spouse as an Older Adult
More than 900,000 people’s spouses die in America each year; 75% are aged 65+. When we enter a long-term relationship, we ultimately have to consider that our partner will die...
7 Tips for Traveling with Pets this Summer: A Quick Road Trip Guide
Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, 23 million US households have adopted pets. They’ve kept us company through over two years of uncertainty and work-from-home video calls. And now...
How Long-Distance Caregivers Can Build Local Connections
Supporting a loved one from a distance presents unique challenges. No matter how steadfast and thorough you are, there is no substitute for local support. In that respect, getting to...