A lot of different professions require background checks. Teachers, those involved in law enforcement or government positions, and people that work in finance tend to all require background checks before someone can work in these … [Read more...]
Reducing Falls with… Parkour?
We’ve all seen the videos on YouTube, right? Parkour is a type of freestyle walking that involves pretty much anything but normal walking. People that partake in parkour run, jump, climb, and otherwise move around normal spaces in a very … [Read more...]
How Will the New Infrastructure Plan Benefit Seniors?
The infrastructure plan that President Joe Biden has proposed involves a lot of rebuilding for our country. This includes both physical and figurative infrastructure. Now, when people hear the word “infrastructure,” the immediate thought is … [Read more...]
Another Good Thing to Come from the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has been catastrophic. People have lost jobs, families have been divided, some people have even lost their lives. There has been so much loss and pain during this time. It can be very overwhelming, but for those of us … [Read more...]
Some Insight for Helping Older Loved Ones
When an older loved one needs help, it can be difficult for the entire family. Not only are they beginning to struggle with things that once came naturally, other family members have increased responsibilities and stress because of these … [Read more...]
Preventive Care Continues to Be Important
According to an article published recently by the American Heart Association, there will soon be a deluge of chronic health conditions present that have yet to be diagnosed. This article was published in the AHA’s journal, … [Read more...]
What Changes Need to Happen for Care to Occur in the Home?
Senior care has changed drastically over the last few months. COVID-19 has made everyone rethink what care should look if it is going to help people as much as it should. Nursing homes were hit especially hard by the coronavirus, with a … [Read more...]
Why Does Senior Abuse Happen?
The vast majority of us cannot begin to understand why the abuse of seniors occurs. It’s wrong, no matter how you look at it. Why then does it ever occur? Unfortunately, not everyone thinks like you and I do. Some people are … [Read more...]
Australia’s Successes at Reforming Senior Care
Across the world, about 80 percent of all COVID related deaths have occurred in senior care facilities. This is true in places like the U.S. and Canada, along with places across the globe, like Australia. While Australia has … [Read more...]
Why Does the Cost of Care Keep Going Up?
According to at least one study, the cost of senior care is expected to double over the next ten years. A report out of Canada indicates that the national cost of senior care across the country is expected to double from 2021, with an … [Read more...]
Planning Now Can Help Avoid Issues Later
Whenever possible, planning ahead for senior care is the best course of action. This helps to not only get your loved one’s input and desires for their latter years taken into account, but can help make the financial burden of care much … [Read more...]
Virtual Reality and Senior Care
Virtual reality isn’t just for gamers. Seniors are using virtual reality (VR) to connect with the outside world more and more. Concerts, museum tours, and plays can all be experienced through the world of virtual reality, … [Read more...]
