Celebrating the Holidays with Aging Parents
From carving the turkey to exchanging presents, every family has its own holiday traditions.
How to Start a Memorial Fund
When a loved one passes away, it is often difficult to find meaning and hope in the midst of the loss. But for some families, honoring a relative with a memorial fund can help offer a sense of comfort and hope during the grieving process. Not only does it keep the memory of the deceased alive, it
Returning to School Post-Retirement
Fall is back to school season, and for many retirees, it’s not just the grandkids who are returning to the classroom.
5 End-Of-Life Questions to Ask Yourself or Your Loved Ones
Talking about death or what you would like or your loved one’s wishes at end of life can be tough. Having these conversations can feel like “giving up” or that you are being negative or sad instead of making happy memories. At Cypress Hospice, we’ve found the opposite to be true. In fact, the
5 Vitamins for Senior Health
Many seniors experience changes in health as they age. Some seniors may notice a decrease in appetite, others may have difficulty regulating body temperature and staying warm and still others simply find that moving around isn’t as easy as it used to be.
Making Wise Financial Decisions in Retirement
Whether you’re a senior or caring for a senior, making wise financial decisions in retirement can help ease stress in the golden years. Here are some practical tips for making wise financial decisions for those in retirement, planning for retirement, or helping a loved one through retirement.
Alzheimer’s Prevention: What You Should Know
Anyone who has been touched by the disease of Alzheimer’s knows the pain of losing a loved one or family member this way. Nearly 44 million individuals were reported to have Alzheimer’s in 2015, meaning hundreds of thousands of individuals and families are watching a loved one slip away slowly, one
Why You Should Discuss End of Life Wishes
End of life is as much a part of life as birth or graduating high school or getting that first big promotion. Yes, end of life situations can be sad or difficult or even arrive sooner than expected, but we believe that talking openly about one’s wishes for care during those final days is an
Best Apps for Senior Citizens
Seniors are using technology now more than ever, with many of them ordering medications and supplies, connecting with friends and family via Social Media, or managing their finances online. In fact, according to the Pew Research Center, over half of people over 65 have a smart phone or tablet and
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