Month: August 2024

While many associate fall with cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and the countdown to the holidays, it’s also a perfect time for wellness and personal growth. The transition from the high energy of summer to the quieter, introspective days of fall provides a unique opportunity to reset, reflect, and cultivate habits that nurture both body and mind.

Fall’s gradual slowing down mirrors the natural rhythm of life, encouraging us to pause and reflect. As the year begins to wind down, it’s an ideal time to take stock of the past months. What goals have you achieved?… Continue Reading

Ever feel like your space is closing in on you, but you can’t quite figure out why? You might be experiencing something called “clutter blindness.” Let’s see if any of these scenarios sound familiar to you:

1. You can’t find a place to put something down. Every surface in your home seems covered with stuff, making it hard to find a spot to put things down.
2. You can never find what you’re looking for. You know you have that thing you need, but you can’t find it and often buy a new one.
3. You feel like you can’t relax at home.

As people age, their homes should adapt to their changing needs. Making thoughtful upgrades can significantly improve the safety and comfort in seniors’ homes. Here are some practical and often easy changes you can consider to make a home safer for older adults.

The bathroom is a place where accidents can easily happen. Stepping into a tub can be difficult for seniors or people with limited mobility. Installing a walk-in shower or a walk-in tub with a door can greatly reduce the risk of falls, making bathing safer and more comfortable. Adding grab bars and handrails near and in the shower provides extra stability.… Continue Reading