The temps are falling, the leaves are crunching beneath our heels, and there’s pumpkin spice flavor everywhere… It’s also Primary Care Week! Most of us don’t seek medical care until we need it. That’s okay, but establishing care with a great provider you can depend on takes time. Basic checkups...
September brings us a new season and changing landscapes. It’s also Healthy Aging Month. We could go on and on about the importance of eating kale, drinking plenty of water, and hitting the gym, but healthy habits can also be disguised as fun! Here are five ideas for some fall...
As those we love begin to age, our caregiving roles can reverse. Just like they kept us safe, clean, and comfortable, we want to ensure they have everything they need. But being there at all times can be a challenge. If they’re not ready to move into senior living but...
While more assisted living communities are being built with every amenity imaginable, on-site healthcare is among the most impactful. Having providers right where residents call home can eliminate travel woes and health complications, which can sometimes become significant barriers to treatment. One delayed medical appointment, a forgotten call back, a...
May is here, and while we’re all anxiously awaiting those spring flowers to pop up, it’s also National Stroke Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. What do they have in common, you might ask? According to the American Heart Association, those who have a serious mental illness are at a...
When you’re spending quality time with family, there’s not usually a great time to interject the topic of healthcare directives, but without talking about it, things can get complicated. Have you made your wishes known to those you love? Have you put your plans in writing? If you haven’t, consider...
Did you know that more deadly heart attacks happen during the cold winter holiday season? The American Heart Association reported that December 25th has the highest number of fatal heart attacks compared to any other day during the calendar year. The second-highest day is December 26, followed by the third-highest...
Simple illnesses might be cured with mom’s chicken soup, a day of rest, and a few episodes of The Price is Right. But when we get sick—really sick—it takes more than a bag of tricks to get better. When you combine the challenges of aging with serious illnesses, that bag...
