Neuropathy Relief Might Be Easier Than You Realize!
We’ve been talking with more elders who are living with peripheral neuropathy. That tingling, numbness, or pain in the extremities, especially feet, is more common than most people realize. Yale Medicine suggests “People are more likely to develop peripheral neuropathy as they age.” What might surprise you is the incredible potential for relief and hope that can be found, especially through the positive changes diet can bring in managing […]
Gold? Stocks? Hiring a Caregiver? What’s your best investment?
Yes, hiring a Caregiver can actually deliver a better return on investment (ROI) than gold or stocks. Consider Meghan and Jack’s story:
A jarring crash shattered the tranquility of that fateful afternoon. Jack’s health had been declining, but very gradually. His family, and in particular his daughter Meghan, had been grappling with the idea of hiring a Caregiver for him. Yet, the idea of the cost involved had left them hesitating.
That […]
Silent Sacrifices: Unveiling the Hidden Realities of Being a Family Caregiver
Being a family Caregiver is often a heartfelt choice we make when our parents’ health starts to decline. It’s a way to give back for all the love and care they’ve provided throughout our lives. However, it can also bring about some unspoken challenges. Here, we shine a light on these challenges, because acknowledging them is the first step towards addressing and overcoming them.
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How Aging Affects Sleep – And What Can You Do About It!
Few things compare with waking up completely refreshed and rested. In fact, a good night’s sleep helps improve concentration and focus, strengthen new memories, and connect those new memories with older ones. And it’s not all in your head. Deep sleep boosts your energy, helps repair muscle injuries, rejuvenates your skin, and strengthens your immune system, helping prevent disease. But aging affects sleep. Common changes include feeling a bit sleepier […]
Can Alzheimer’s Patients Sign Legal Documents?
That was the quandary a family we were talking with was facing. Can Alzheimer’s patients sign legal documents? Was it too late to appoint powers of attorney? Create health care directives, or update mom’s will?
Sunlight recently spoke with Mary Vandenack and Marian Weaver with Vandenack Weaver LLC, an Omaha-based law firm that specializes in elder law. Mary Vandenack brings more than three decades of experience and profound insights into the […]
Lighting for Seniors – Making a Remarkable Difference
Maxine loved to read, but she had almost given up on it. She had been given some large print books, but that didn’t really help. Then her Caregiver moved her favorite chair near the window and removed the screen from that window. What a wonderful gift! She could “see” again! Lighting for seniors matters.
Since hearing noises outside Friday night, Timothy had stayed inside and left his drapes closed. By Wednesday, […]
