Aging and Life Enhancement
Aging and Life Enhancement
As you and your pet begin to share more time outdoors, be vigilant about checking yourselves for tiny ticks that like to attach themselves to warm-blooded hosts like yourselves. These tiny creatures are more than just icky; they can pose dangerous threats to your pet’s health, and your own. ...
Read more
Is your older loved one less "put together" than usual? Mobility issues, vision, depression or cognitive decline may be lurking in the background but being proactive and taking baby steps initially can help avert a major crisis. ...
Read more
When food becomes the source of coughing, choking or other unpleasant symptoms, is it time to reassess your diet or that of your older loved one? Many chronic health conditions can affect swallowing, so consider how to navigate these situations. ...
Read more
What if a person with some memory, hearing or other challenges calls 911 but is unable to provide any specifics essential to their care? Take steps now to protect your loved one (and yourself) from that scenario. Have an updated vital health information document handy at all times. ...
Read more
Asking for help may be difficult for some people, so even when you offer support to an overwhelmed caregiver, it can be equally challenging to figure out what might be appropriate. Starting out simple can lead to other ideas once your offer of assistance has been accepted and appreciated. ...
Read more
If you've ever tried your hand at knitting or run your fingers through skeins of colorful yarn, you may have an appreciation for knitting but not necessarily an awareness of its unexpected use throughout our culture. A KSU museum exhibit explores knitting in technology, architecture, manufacturing and other arenas.
...
Read more
Is your older loved one balking at attending a big holiday gathering? If so, it's time to ask questions, plan ahead and make accommodations so they don't feel overwhelmed. Changes in their hearing, vision, speech, memory, mobility, balance, etc., can cause a reluctance on their part to want to participate. ...
Read more
It requires thoughtful preparation to help an older loved one enjoy the holidays safely. Creating opportunities for a loved one with some changes in functioning so they can enjoy time with friends and family is a gift to all. ...
Read more
