Technology has changed tremendously over our lifetimes and is here to stay. Devices such as smartphones, laptops, smartwatches, and virtual assistant technologies are now part of many households. They help us gather and share information, stay connected with our loved ones, and enjoy entertainment no matter where we are. Fortunately, we can also leverage technology to ensure that the seniors …
What Seniors Should Know About the New COVID-19 Vaccine
Two new vaccines have been approved for COVID-19 and more are in the pipeline. Texas has elected to prioritize people over the age of 65 for vaccination. So, what should seniors and their families know about these new vaccines? Here are some key factors. The vaccine cannot rewrite your DNA, give you COVID-19, or make you infertile. The Vaccines are …
Depression and COVID: 4 Tips for Managing Emotions
Depression doesn’t end with December, and it’s important to be aware of the potential complications that 2020 brought with it. Whether your loved one has been previously diagnosed with Seasonal Depression, or is showing signs for the first time, handling the blues has become more complicated than ever before. Here is everything you need to know about Seasonal Depression, the …
5 Steps to Caring for Burns After Radiation Therapy
A COVID Christmas — Tips For a Merry Holiday Season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — but it’s also one of the most stressful! Do you get stressed-out around the holidays? Here are seven easy steps to stay stress-free this holiday season.
Pandemic Caregiver Fatigue — What You Can Do
Share on Facebook | Share on Linkedin | Share on Twitter What is Pandemic Fatigue for Senior Caregivers? Caring for our loved ones as they age is never easy. There are tons of factors that can make it taxing physically, mentally, financially, and more for both the caregiver and the one receiving care. This has always been the case, but with the …
Supportive Dining: A Fresh Approach
Providing ample dining choices is essential and all StoneGate Senior Living facilities offer a variety of meal options. Printed menus are available for those who can read. For those who no longer have the ability to read, plates of food are displayed for resident selection. Along with regular mealtimes in the dining room, room service is available at any time.
What’s Cooking? Fresh & Healthy Dining in Senior Care
Everyone knows eating the right foods and having good nutrition is an important part of leading a healthy life. For individuals in senior living or care communities, dining and getting appropriate nutrition can often serve up a host of challenges.
Things My Parents Taught Me
In addition to trying to raise me to be a good person, my parents gave me an example by how they lived their lives. They also shared these guidelines they wanted me to follow in life. From Mom: Always send thank you notes. Red and purple do not go together. It is important to read to your children. Use Sir …
Six Steps to Finding a New Home for Your Parents
In my 19 years in the healthcare industry I have talked with hundreds of residents and family members and it helped me have a greater appreciation for what families go through when making the big, life-changing decisions for their older family members. But nothing could prepare me for what it was like – up close and personal. I did not …