You may feel like you can drive just as well as you did 30, 40, or even 50 years ago, but there comes a time when every senior’s driving abilities change. Maybe your response time has slowed down a bit, or perhaps your limited flexibility affects how you control the car. Even if you have …
If you’ve chosen to spend your retirement years in the lovely town of Collierville, Tennessee, then you likely already know that you couldn’t have found a more friendly and caring community. Collierville offers all of the charm of television’s most iconic small-town, Mayberry, but it is firmly rooted in reality. Plus, you’ll never have to think very …
How do you know when it’s time to take the next step in life? When should you transition from one job to another? When should you start a family or move to a new city? In their sunset years, many people must decide when to move to senior living. Contrary to popular belief, this decision is …
Over the course of your life, food has changed dramatically. For example, think about the production and distribution of food products, the management of grocery stores, the prevalence of restaurants and fast food chains, and the way most people currently shop for ingredients and prepare meals. Some things may have stayed the same, like your mother’s famous apple …
Old age offers many benefits: wisdom, stability, contentment, a greater sense of self . . . As we age, we better understand our priorities, and we’re able to focus on seeking out positive experiences, keeping the big picture in mind. Plus, even as you reach your sunset years, you can stay young at heart with a little initiative. …
No one is perfect. Everyone could do something (or many things) to strengthen their bonds with loved ones, whether they’re a child, a parent, a grandparent, a sibling, a friend, or some combination of these important roles. Grandparents have the benefit of experience; after many years spent raising their own children, they understand what young people …
Financing assisted living can be tricky. Many retirement communities require an advance deposit, and most operate on a month-to-month rent payment schedule (as opposed to a long-term arrangement). Before you sign your lease, be sure to review the agreement carefully. Discuss the contract with the Community Director, clarify obscure details, and ask any questions you have. In addition, if …
At some point in life, strange though it may seem, the caregiving role typically shifts from parent to child. The adjustment can be difficult for numerous reasons, but it may also improve your bond with your mother or father. If you’re caring for aging parents, use the tips below for help and encouragement. Caring for Aging …
Many aspects of life change with age. As the years go by, we gain wisdom and accomplish lifelong goals, but we also lose our youthful vigor and experience a general decline in health. To stay safe and healthy in our homes, we must adjust our surroundings to suit our abilities and concerns. For example, you may need to …
It can be stressful to do something for the first time, whether it’s your first day at a new school, your first flight, or your first time visiting a loved one in a retirement community. Not only do you not know what to expect, but you also truly want the experience to go well. If you’re …