Breathing is an essential part of life. When it becomes difficult or you are short of breath, it can make daily activities more challenging and impact your quality of life. Individuals living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD often know this all too well. Finding the right support can play an integral role in … Continue reading Living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) →

Last year, the American Association of Retired Persons published an article titled “Make Your Home Safe for Your Aging Parent” in which 9 tips for upping home safety were shared. And while they’re all great tips, many aren’t so easy to implement without professional help or 40+ hour time commitments, both of which most informal … Continue reading Make Your Home Safer with Senior Care Service →

Today’s post highlights some of the ways our in home care service promotes successful aging for families in Brookfield, Wisconsin. What is Successful Aging? According to The Gerontologist, “successful aging” includes three main components (Rowe & Kahn, 1997, p. 433): Low probability of disease and disease-related disability High cognitive and physical functional capacity Active engagement … Continue reading 3 Ways In Home Care Promotes Successful Aging →

With nicer weather settling in, it’s hard to resist the temptation to go outside and enjoy the warmth and sunshine. It can also be a great opportunity to shift your workouts outdoors for not only a change of scenery, but also a change in activity. Switch things up and try some different exercises that you … Continue reading Summer Fitness: Moving Exercise Outdoors →

Spending time outdoors can be a great way to shake off the last of the winter blues and soak up the sun, but as the weather gets nicer, allergy season often gets worse. Dealing with seasonal allergies is no picnic, and it can be especially difficult for seniors who often have underlying health conditions that … Continue reading Summer Safety for Seniors with Allergies →