We finished up our month of June with two awesome snack shack events! We visited Motif in Southbury and shared snacks with the entire staff. Our last appointment was in Trumbull Connecticut visiting Bridges by Epoch and we had a blast! Please enjoy the photos. Giving back to our communities is embedded within our culture.…
Quick weekend visits with your dad are becoming more stressful. You arrive and find that he’s out of groceries, his laundry hasn’t been touched, and his home’s a mess. When you ask him, he’ll make excuses. You end up canceling your plans and help him get caught up on household chores again. As you do,…
Now that summer weather is here to stay, July kicks off National Picnic Month. It’s believed to have begun in the 1950s, established by the American Bakers Association as a way to celebrate the breads and rolls that are a vital part of outdoor barbecues. Your dad loves to be part of family gatherings and…
Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke. They’re more common in women, so it’s not surprising that your mom had one, but it is shocking to your family. You’re anxious about what happens next. Can senior home care services help with her recovery? What Senior Home Care Providers Can Do Senior home…
Connecticut Nursing ended May with a couple of great events at our Rehab and Senior Living facilities. We utilized our go-to guy Billy G to entertain and enjoy the photo of our Dean Martin singer. It was a nice ending to the month of May. In the month of June, we will be hosting snack…
June is National Dairy Month and is a great time to think about how dairy packs a lot of protein. Typically when seniors think about eating protein, they think about meat. However, seniors don’t often make a lot of meat-heavy meals. They may not want to make a lot of food just for themselves. Or…
Does your dad trim and file his nails often enough? Fingernails may be fine, but it’s often harder for older adults to bend over and trim their toenails. Especially without losing their balance or struggling to get back up. Here are the steps you or his personal care at home team can take to help…
Dementia is a disorder that can be difficult for both seniors and their loved ones. Anxiety, confusion, and agitation are common symptoms of dementia. However, there are tips and tricks, along with resources such as home care assistance, that can help seniors living with dementia maintain their composure. With a supportive team, loved ones can…
One out of five older adults (50+) has at least one mental health issue. Your dad’s mental and emotional health must be a priority to you and your family as he ages. You may not think of depression or suicidal thoughts as being something older adults experience, but that’s incorrect. Older men have the highest…
Did you know that seniors are becoming influences on social media platforms like TikTok? It’s true. The benefits for seniors can be substantial, both socially and financially. Monetizing these social media platforms can provide extra income for seniors. The biggest benefit of social media for seniors is the purpose and connection. If you find that…