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National Caregivers Day: How to Show Your Appreciation
Today is National Caregivers Day! Celebrated on the third Friday of February, this day honors and thanks individuals across home health, home care, family, and hospice who selflessly provide personal care, as well as physical and emotional support to those who need it most. Whether you are a caregiver…

How to Celebrate American Heart Month
February is designated as American Heart Month and it serves as a great reminder to everyone to take care of our hearts in all stages of life. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and a condition that is highly affecting the elderly population.When it comes to heart health…

Why You Should Never Stop Setting New Health Goals
At the beginning of the year, we often think about ways to improve our lives by setting goals for the New Year. Goal setting is commonly associated with younger adults, but setting goals is very important for older adults too. Goals and resolutions provide us with goals and purpose in our lives. It may…

The Difference Between Hyperthermia and Hypothermia
Hypothermia and hyperthermia are both conditions that can happen when the body is exposed to extreme temperatures or when the body is unable to regulate body temperature. Hypothermia can happen with prolonged exposure to cold temperatures and when this happens, older adults are at risk of experiencing…

7 Steps to Improving Bath Safety for Seniors
January is National Bath Safety Month, and the idea is to promote awareness to prevent potential hazards that are in our bathrooms and dangers they present to everyone, but especially to children and the elderly. One of the most important things caregivers can do to help aging adults maintain independence…

5 Benefits from Houseplants for Seniors
Today is National Houseplant Appreciation Day and an excellent opportunity to celebrate the joys and benefits of tending to an indoor garden. Cultivating a garden is a great activity for seniors and it’s fun, purposeful, and even provides numerous health benefits.Indoor gardening and houseplants are…

7 Types of Hobbies That Older Adults Can Begin in the New Year
Happy New Year! As 2022 has come to a wrap and 2023 is already underway we are filled with hope to make this year better than the last. During the month of January, many people make New Year’s resolutions as a goal and desire to change. January is also National Hobby Month, a perfect time to start…

Prioritizing Self-Care During the Holiday Season
The holiday season is often seen as a time of joy and togetherness; of family and friends gathering and celebrating together. However, the holiday season can also bring additional stress and busyness for both caregivers and seniors. Planning, preparing for events, decorating, and then meeting the needs…

7 Holiday Gift Ideas For Your Loved One
The holiday season is upon us! It’s the time of the year when we express our appreciation to our loved ones and friends through an act of kindness or presenting gifts designed to bring a smile to their faces. Gift-giving during the holidays can be tricky and it’s especially challenging to find just…

7 Tips to Make the Holiday Season Dementia Friendly
The holiday season is a meaningful time for family and friends to reconnect with one another over special traditions and celebrations. These celebrations that honor the past can be reassuring for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The holiday season is a festive time full of laughter and joyful memories…

How to Bring Comfort & Joy to Seniors During the Holidays
It’s December and the holiday season is in full swing! The holiday season is a time of celebration with our family and friends. For many seniors, however, the holiday season can lead to feelings of loneliness and depression, and it can be difficult to stay positive and happy during this time. It’s…

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: How does Alzheimer’s affect sleep?
Presented in Partnership with the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation It’s National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and it’s the best time to bring awareness to the disease and help people understand what it is. While the exact underlying causes of dementia are unknown, research shows family…

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: The Link Between Diet and Alzheimer’s
Presented in Partnership with the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and during this time, it’s important to gain a better understanding of the disease in preparation for the road ahead. Many of us at LifeWorx know the devastation of Alzheimer’s firsthand…

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Interview with the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF)
Presented in Partnership with the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to heighten awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and show support towards Americans who are living with it. Alzheimer’s disease is currently ranked as the seventh leading cause…

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: The Perfect Time to Start Protecting Your Brain Health
Presented in Partnership with the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and it has been recognized as a month to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and acknowledge the struggle faced by the more than five million Americans and their families currently living…

National Estate Planning Awareness Month: Top 3 Healthcare Documents Everyone Should Have
October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month and it’s an important time to think about proper estate planning. A comprehensive Estate Plan has many different components, but perhaps the most important parts of your plan are those having to do with your health. There are estate planning documents…