Aging
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week
Driving is a significant factor for quality of life and independence for the older adult. On the other hand, driving is a complex task involving visual, motor, and cognitive skills that experience age-related changes even in healthy aging. As we age, there can be different age-related functional changes with relevance for driving concerning sensory, motor,…
Read MoreHospice and Palliative Care Month: Where to Turn for Support
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Holistic Aging and other programs across the country are reaching out to raise awareness about hospice and palliative care. Hospice and Palliative care month is an opportunity to acknowledge recipients of in-home care services, and celebrate that they are able to remain in the safety and comfort…
Read MoreWhen Parents and Adult Children Don’t Get Along
When parents and adult children don’t get along, it can be hard on the whole family. Check out this blog to learn how you can improve your family dynamic.
Read MoreLiving in the World of Alzheimer’s Disease
Living in the world of Alzheimer’s Disease sometimes requires “stepping into their world and seeing it from the perspective of the person with dementia”.
Read MoreCoconut Oil and MCT Oil for Dementia
Use Coconut Oil and MCT Oil for Dementia. Coconut oil, which is is 60% medium chain triglycerides (MCT) can serve as an alternative energy source in the brain.
Read MoreThinking About Death Clarifies Your Life
Thinking about death clarifies your life. Retaining control over one’s life and ending life in a dignified state is a wish shared by all.
Read MoreWhat is Aging Life Care Management?
Me: “Hello, Holistic Aging, this is Bobbi, how can I help you?” Caller Mary: “I am so glad to talk to someone, (big sigh) you won’t believe what I am going through trying to manage EVERYTHING with my mom and dad (bigger sigh) I wish I would have found you years ago! Jennifer, the elder law attorney…
Read MoreThe Secret to Aging Well
The secret to Aging Well is……… there is no secret! Everyone is looking for some magic formula but what I have found is rather one’s attitude toward aging affects the way your mind and body will function in later life. With over 35 plus years working with the aging adult, I have observed, assisted and…
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