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Sunshine and Serenity: 7 Peaceful Outdoor Activities for Seniors
As we reach the final weeks of spring and prepare for warmer temperatures and beautiful scenery, there’s no better…
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Life at Bethesda
Student Volunteers Bring Compassion to Bethesda Hospice Care
A typical college student has numerous options when choosing how best to use their “free time”— time away from…
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Caregiver Tips
Summer Vacation Activities for Seniors with Limited Mobility
Family travel becomes a little more challenging when some of the travelers are aging and have disabilities or mobility…
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Caregiver Tips
Signs of Dehydration in Seniors and How to Respond
As people age, the body loses its ability to both conserve water and detect when it is in a…
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Caregiver Tips
Arranging for Your Senior’s Medical Respite Care Before Your Vacation
As the primary caregiver for a senior loved one, you “make time” for a lot. A typical day could include…
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Health & Wellness
7 Best Travel Safety Tips for Seniors
When you have planned well and prepared, traveling can be a very pleasurable time and create wonderful memories. For…
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Health & Wellness
Beat the Heat: 6 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
For many of us, summertime means being outdoors–vacationing, partaking in fun activities, and relaxing with family and friends. However,…
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Health & Wellness
How to Document Family Medical History for New Generations
Think of your family medical history as a quick snapshot of your biological relatives: what conditions run in the…
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Health & Wellness
9 Myths About Aging vs. Reality
We hear a lot of advice about aging that gets repeated so often it starts to become accepted as…
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Health & Wellness
The Importance of Intergenerational Activities for Seniors
Connecting young people with seniors can be extremely beneficial in fostering an understanding between the two generations and helping…
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Health & Wellness
Laughter is Medicine for the Senior Soul: 3 Ways Humor Heals and Uplifts
What are the attributes of a great quality of life? Physical, emotional and cognitive health? Close friendships? Contentment with…
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Health & Wellness
How to Make Healthy Spring Meals for Seniors
“Renewal” is a word often associated with spring, when open windows, warmth, sunlight and plants make their return. The…
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Independent Living
Spring Activities for Seniors That Support Independence
No matter your age, laughing and having fun is good for you. For seniors in particular, staying active and engaged–and…
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