Staying healthy as we age often involves more than just regular doctor visits. For many older adults, one of the most critical — and potentially challenging — instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) is medication management. Taking medications correctly, consistently, and safely can mean the difference between stable health and preventable complications. Yet despite this, [...]
As we get older, one of the greatest gifts we can offer ourselves is predictability. We’re not talking about a rigid schedule or a life without spontaneity, but rather a sense of structure that reduces unnecessary stress. Indeed, many people find that predictability lightens the mental load we all carry each day. It frees us [...]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is writing a lot of headlines lately … literally! Whether it’s a story about AI taking over the world or a report about the AI bubble’s impending rupture, it seems like everywhere you turn, AI is making news. But what does “AI” mean exactly, and why do older adults need to understand [...]
For many older adults and their families, the search for the right retirement living arrangement can feel overwhelming. The choices are numerous, the terminology can be confusing, and the stakes are high … after all, your home and care situation will impact nearly every aspect of your long-term wellbeing. Recognizing this, myLifeSite president Brad Breeding, [...]
In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) are the everyday, often more complex tasks that support independent living in the community. This includes things like [...]
In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. In part one of our blog series “ADLs vs. IADLs,” we defined activities of daily living (ADLs) as the key self-care tasks, like bathing [...]
As you are exploring your senior living options, you may have looked at what is referred to as an “active adult community.” These are 55 and over “age-restricted” or “age-qualified” communities, typically meaning that someone in the residence must be at least 55 years old. What defines an active adult community? Active adult communities- aka [...]
In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. In part one of our blog series “ADLs vs. IADLs,” we discussed activities of daily living (ADLs) — essential self-care tasks, like bathing and [...]
In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. As we age, one of the key measures of a person’s ability to live independently is how well they can manage activities of daily [...]
To confirm that you meet the facility’s contractual health requirements, you may need to complete a health questionnaire and undergo a medical exam before moving to a CCRC. Why do they require this…and will you pass their test?
