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…
Making a move to a senior living community is a huge change for anyone involved, from your immediate family, circle of cherished friends and most significantly yourself. However, it is essential for those looking for a community that they can socialize and interact with, or require more assistance and supervision with their activities of daily…
Senior living communities are ideal for leading an active and healthy lifestyle during your golden years. They are amazing for feeling safe and secure while living a carefree life, and create the perfect environment for new connections and relationships with fellow residents that can develop into lifelong friends. While social isolation is an epidemic that…
Whether you’re considering an independent living or assisted living community, you will need to assess the amount of personal and individualized care you necessitate. The extent of assistance you require with activities of daily living, preparing meals, medication management, and housekeeping are factors that you should consider when determining yourability to care for yourselves. With…