Planning activities with aging parents is important for creating memories that you can cherish for years to come. When you are caring for your loved ones, fun activities can be the perfect thing that is needed to minimize stress and focus on the highlights of your relationship. But it can be a challenge sometimes to Read More
World Suicide Prevention Day is September 10, an opportunity to highlight the ways in which older adults are at risk for self-harm. Suicide is a more common problem among older adults than you might realize. Figures recently released from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control show that the highest rate of suicides in America is Read More
Windward Life Care consultant, Dr. Hossein Samadi, is a geropsychiatrist, a physician trained to work with older adults and their unique mental health needs. As part of our commitment to caring for the whole person, we have arranged for Dr. Samadi to see Windward Life Care clients who can benefit from psychiatric care at our Read More
According to the US Census Bureau, it is estimated that there will be over 72 million people over the age of 65 by the year 2030. Not only is the large Baby Boomer generation reaching retirement age, but medical advances are increasing the average lifespan of people in the United States. Older Adults and the Read More
Maintaining a strong sense of community is important at all stages of life, especially during retirement. But, many people find that they feel disconnected when they have an empty nest at home, and they are no longer interacting with peers in the workplace. If you are retired and looking for ways to connect with your Read More
Just because you are done with formal education, and you are finishing the final years of your career, doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t be challenging your mind. Ongoing learning and education is a valuable way to keep your brain healthy and sharp. Satisfaction of Continuing Education Many people find it satisfying to further their education Read More
Windward Life Care’s Aging Life Care™ Managers are a resourceful bunch when it comes to finding new ways to enhance the quality of life of those in their care. Recently Associate Care Manager Heather Arsenault created a “Memory Match Game” for her client “Gayle” using Gayle’s own photos. Heather is Windward Life Care’s “photo guru.” Read More
Now that January is underway, many people are moving forward with the new resolutions they have set for the year. If you are looking for a way to improve your living space and boost your mental health at the same time, then you might consider the benefits of decluttering your home. January has been labeled Read More
How do you define “wellness?” While physical well-being may be the first thing that comes to mind, there are several dimensions by which wellness can be measured. Western medicine does not always address the ways in which spiritual and emotional health play into overall wellness. Instead of compartmentalizing these areas of life, we can benefit Read More
Did you look forward to the “golden years” after retirement so you could travel, spend time with family, and engage in your hobbies? Retirement brings about positive changes in many people’s lives, but it is a life transition that can cause significant changes in routine, relationships, and one’s sense of purpose. These life changes can Read More