Senior Living Blog

Many of us love the change of seasons. We sludge through the heat of summer and enjoy the welcome reprieve of cooler fall weather. Inevitably, we all start thinking about warm soups, family, friends, and cozy evenings. The great thing about this time of year is that there are so many activities that you can enjoy doing during these crisp days as we head into the winter holidays.

Considerations for Senior Drivers

Dreaming of getting your first car and setting out on the open road is a frequent goal of many teenagers. You remember your first car, don't you? Take a trip down memory lane, and soon you will think about taking your friends out for burgers and milkshakes after the movies. You might also picture driving home from the hospital with your newborn and being nervous about becoming a parent. Driving means freedom to many of us. Deciding to put the keys down permanently may be one of the most challenging choices you will have to make as a senior.

Growing older has its ups and downs. When you are feeling good, you may think you can conquer the world, just like in your younger years. You may even take risks that you shouldn’t be taking anymore. It’s true, you can stay young at heart and mind, but it’s important to recognize the body’s limitations as you age. Whether it’s during a celebration or a routine task like taking a shower, you must take care not to slip and fall. Not only will you preserve your independence by doing so, but you will also avoid the extra stress on your family and caregivers. 

Experience the Benefits with Other Foods Too

While its primary purpose is to nourish the body, food also has the amazing power to nourish relationships, by bringing family and friends together. No matter where you go in the world, social gatherings happen around food. 

Each country, culture, and community has a preferred or popular way of cooking. In America, frying is common, due to the fast-food industry. However, we have learned that it is not the healthiest way to prepare meals. When looking for other options, grilling makes for a great choice. Most of us may tend to think of an open flame charring a burger or chicken wings. Does that leave seafood lovers out in the cold? Quite the contrary! You can enjoy your favorite seafood right off the grill. Fish fillets taste great barbecued. Shrimp cooks up so quickly that it may become your ideal way to eat it. And don’t forget the veggies! Grilled corn, bell peppers, zucchini, onions, eggplant, sweet potato, and carrots taste delicious grilled with a light marinade of olive oil, herbs, garlic, and a drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette.  

As a caregiver, you have a lot on your plate. You must take charge of your elderly loved one’s routine, get them to their appointments, and ensure that they are eating well and taking care of themselves. In addition, you may have a full-time career and a family of your own to manage. Often, you may find yourself putting others’ needs in front of your own. The result can leave you feeling overwhelmed from time to time. Today’s technology can ease your burden and help you become more organized so you can stay on top of your day-to-day caregiving duties.