Getting older brings about a lot of changes, some that are positive and some that are stressful. In small amounts, stress and anxiety can help you to stay alert to risks and motivate you to take action. However, longer lasting anxiety can be a warning signal about your stress level. Anxiety

A few days away or an in-town respite break can make a world of difference to a caregiver. Spa-going evolved in different ways places. In Japan it was going to ryokans, in Turkey, time at the hammon and in Finland, saunas and steam rooms became popular. But it wasn’t until the mid 80’s that the […]

It is one of the most common (and contentious) questions asked by family caregivers and seniors. When should an older adult to end their time behind the wheel? There is no right answer to this question. Every situation is different. Physical changes related to aging that may bring reduced mobility and reaction time, increased anxiety […]

Be kind to others Scientific studies point to clear physical and mental benefits of supporting others. In particular the selfless act of volunteering, friends and family. And, the deeper the engagement the higher the feel-good factor. One recent European meta-analysis assessed benefits of volunteering and concluded that the average volunteer has a 57% chance of […]

Maintaining physical activity is one of the keys to a happy, healthy, and independent life. The trick is to find and incorporate a tailored and safe exercise routine into every day. Hopefully, it’ll be one that you enjoy doing, keeps you on the move and improves your quality of life.  It’s no secret that our […]

At any stage in life, it is common to feel, at least occasionally, like you don’t have enough time or energy to do everything you want or need to do. In more extreme cases, you may find yourself exhausted in the evening and unable to account for where the day went. This is especially true for […]