The wintertime is a wonderful time of the year to gather with friends and family and enjoy time together, sharing company, stories, and meals to avoid the dark and the cold outdoors. But it can also be a time for many where they feel an increased sense of sadness, possibly even leading to depression. Whether it’s missing a loved one or feeling sad and isolated from being cooped up inside, many older adults are susceptible to suffering from the “winter blues”.
There is nothing quite as binding in a family as a passed down recipe, holding secret ingredients and loving memories. Some of the most comforting smells are the smells of home. Take the time to pull out your mom’s favorite recipes, and try to recreate those special scents and delicious meals.
There is nothing quite as binding in a family as a passed down recipe, holding secret ingredients and loving memories. Some of the most comforting smells are the smells of home. Take the time to pull out your mom’s favorite recipes, and try to recreate those special scents and delicious meals. If your mom is coping with a dementia related disease, such as Alzheimer’s, the familiar smells and tastes may stir up some memories.
Summer is a highly traveled time of year for most people. The weather is warmer and attractions are open for visitors. As you may already know, traveling with an aging loved one can be complicated at times. It is important to keep our aging loved ones actively involved in family outings, including on vacations.
Summer is a highly traveled time of year for most people. The weather is warmer and attractions are open for visitors. As you may already know, traveling with an aging loved one can be complicated at times. It is important to keep our aging loved ones actively involved in family outings, including on vacations.
It’s important to take the time to celebrate our grandparents. They have seen the ups and downs of life and have made it through good times and bad. They are the backbone of the family and can provide great insight into any day-to-day situations.
Sometimes our lives get so busy that we forget to slow down and focus on what is truly important. Love and family is so vital to living a happy and healthy life. Giving and receiving love helps us to thrive. While it’s difficult to avoid a hectic schedule; it is important to take the time to show our elderly loved ones how much we care.
