by Amy Hane | Jun 20, 2023 | Aging Life Care Manager, Care Manager, Care Options, Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Stress, Caregiver Tips, Caregiving, ElderCare, Elderly
After a recent fall and stint in a rehabilitation facility, Martha is feeling great and ready for summer. Despite dislocating her knee and pulling muscles in her leg, she’s lucky to be safe and healthy. Although she won’t be rushing down the stairs anytime...
by Amy Hane | Mar 16, 2022 | Aging Life Care, Celebration of Life, Elderly, Growth, Nature, Plants, Seasons of Change, Self-Care, Spring, Spring Renewal, Springtime
For many of us, Spring is a time for growth. As the days grow longer, the weather warms and plants and animals are returning from their winter dormancy. With these changes, you may be feeling motivated to make transitions as well. This year consider taking guidance...
by Amy Hane | Feb 15, 2022 | Age Your Way, Aging Life Care, Care, Elderly, Embrace Your Age, Exercise, Family, Gratitude, Health, Hobbies, Mental Health, Nature, Nutrition, Self Care, Self-Care, Self-Love, Senior Friendships, Senior Fun and Activities, Staying Connected, Thankful
Many seniors have dedicated their life to the care of others. After years of putting the needs of others first, taking care of themselves first can feel wrong; however, self-care is essential for all aspects of life, including mental, physical, and emotional...
by Amy Hane | Jan 15, 2022 | Communication, Coronavirus, COVID-19, Elderly, Family, Family Dynamics, Family Support, Health, Hobbies, Senior Friendships, Senior Fun and Activities, Staying Connected, Technology
The restrictions caused by COVID-19 have also had a silver lining: many seniors and their families became more comfortable and skilled using telehealth, making video calls, and taking advantage of today’s technology. For example, my 85-year-old client, Claire,...
by Amy Hane | Dec 15, 2021 | Age Your Way, Aging Stereotypes and Assumptions, Caregiver Tips, Caregiving, Communication, Elderly, Family Dynamics, Family Support, Gifts, Holidays, Home Safety, Love, Seasons of Change, Senior Wisdom
When you’re a caregiver, the holidays may be something you enjoy but dread at the same time. Shopping for gifts, decorating, and social events can be fun, but stressful, especially when you feel pressed for time or you’re wondering how to include aging...
by Amy Hane | Oct 15, 2021 | Age Your Way, Elderly, Embrace Your Age, Family Support, Holidays, Love, Seasons of Change, Senior Wisdom
Mary’s 70th birthday was coming up on Halloween and she told me during one of our weekly visits that turning 70 felt like a shock.”I’m still 35 in my head but my body sure isn’t,” she said. “I wake up with aches and pains that I never had...
