As we age, it can become harder to navigate unforeseen, life-altering events on our own. At Windward Life Care®, our Aging Life Care™ Managers are trained to help clients maintain their independence despite adversities. The following story demonstrates one of the many ways our Care Managers create personalized plans of care that emphasize the client’s Read More
Today’s healthcare system is gradually moving away from the “standard care” delivery model in which healthcare professionals often operate independently of other health professionals when caring for patients. The result has been a shift toward a more team-based collaborative approach. As this new model evolves, health professionals establish new lines of collaboration, communication, and cooperation in 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
Have you reached a point in your life where you are ready to “right-size” to a smaller home, or move into an independent or assisted living community? While you may be excited about simplifying your life and getting rid of excess “stuff,” there is no doubt that a move later in life can have its Read More
Looking for a meaningful present this Mother’s Day? Writing your story, or helping an older relative to create a memoir, is a gift that many generations can share. Life experiences shape an individual, and can influence the choices made by future generations in a family. The things that your parents and grandparents learned can be Read More
Windward Life Care is proud to be a Bronze Sponsor for the 3rd Annual Healthy Aging Conference presented by the Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center. Click here to download the flyer: Healthy Aging Conference Flyer 2017 Read More
For many people, retirement means having the time and resources to travel the world. After working for so many years to save for retirement, it is rewarding to have the freedom and flexibility to explore the places on your bucket list. But, there are a few things that you need to keep in mind to Read More
Healthy eating is important for people of all ages because high-quality nutrition helps to fight disease and slow down the aging process. If you want to improve your health, then you need to learn more about nutrition recommendations for your age group. Nutrition for Older Adults As you age, nutrition can be a challenge because 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