Category: Senior Living

In this digital age, today’s cutting edge technology will likely be obsolete in a few years. Keeping up with the changes can be difficult – especially for senior citizens. There’s no doubt technological advances make life simpler, but unfortunately some seniors are “old dogs” who don’t want to learn “new tricks.”

Many people become less active as they age. It can sometimes be hard to maintain the same level of physical activity you’re used to as your body gets older. But even small amounts of exercise can make big improvements on your health and well-being as you age.

In February, a California couple married for 67 years died within hours of each other. Their daughter was quoted in news reports as saying, “they wanted to go together. It was meant to be this way.” This fortunate ending, however, is not typical for most long marriages. Chances are, if you live long enough, you will spend your final years as a widow or a widower.

Grieving the death of a loved one can be even more difficult if that person has died suddenly. A look at one man’s experience with the loss of his wife, and the two things he did that made it a little easier to bear.

They say you become wiser with age, and we think maybe that’s true! After decades of experience, seniors are some of the most qualified people to give good advice.

Becoming a grandparent is a beautiful thing. But even with all the joys that grandchildren can bring to your life, caring for your grandchildren is not always an easy task.

When Bill, 85, went in for a routine check-up, he received quite a shock. Despite his restricted diet, Bill had gained 20 pounds in six months; the doctor warned this extra weight could lead to diabetes and heart problems. The prescription? Regular exercise.

One SYNERGY HomeCare owner takes caring to a new level – fostering four-legged friends in need of TLC. She hopes to encourage other business owners to follow her lead.