Stress is part and parcel of our everyday lives. We all experience stress on a daily basis, but do you truly understand its effect on your body? Stress is a normal physiological response to life’s stressors, which can arise from any of our daily activities. Faced with such stressors, our bodies will adjust accordingly to…
As one of the most prevalent diseases in America, arthritis affects millions of people. At least half of the people aged 65 and above are afflicted by arthritis! Despite its prevalence, arthritis is commonly thought of as joints that are rigid and cause pain. However, there are many different kinds of arthritis and consequently, many…
Americans today are leading longer lives. Life expectancy has increased significantly over the past forty years, from 70.81 years in the 1970s to 79.7 currently. According to the 2017 US Census, this number is expected to rise to around 85.6 in 2060. Our golden years are an excellent time to make the most out of…
You have toiled your whole life for this, but now that you are in retirement, what are you going to spend your time doing? Here are a few pointers to get you started in your new life as a retiree. If you have been accustomed to a hectic work life, deciding on the things to do with…
Easter is a beloved Christian festival that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Every year, it is widely celebrated by many around the world. It is a holiday where families gather and partake in traditional Easter activities to commemorate the significance of the festival or simply to spend time with one another. Here are the…
Activities of Daily Living are essential personal care tasks that an individual is conditioned and has learned from a young age to perform. They are vital for sustaining life and basic functioning and should ideally be done daily without any supervision and assistance from an external party. Unfortunately, our physical and cognitive functions naturally decline…
Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. Initially, St. Patrick’s Day was meant to honor his death. However, it has become a celebration of everything Irish that comes complete with dancing, traditions, and lots of green! If your grandkids are coming over for a visit and you find yourself running out of ideas to…
Developed by the pioneering American physician Sidney Katz and his partner Benjamin Rose, the Activities of Daily Living index details all the common and basic tasks people perform every day to lead an independent life. The index includes three different categories, which are termed Activities of Daily Living (Personal Care), Instrumental Activities of Daily Living…
Moving into senior living communities isn’t always the first choice for many people. Many of them are looking to retire and experience their golden years in their own homes. However, as many of them age, they may become more reclused and avoid social interaction as they live alone. Independent living provides an opportunity for you…