“You think you know the dangers of a beloved senior’s taking a fall or the life-changing things that might result thereafter… But you really don’t, as I chronicle in my POPcycle memoir, “OH MY GOD! WE’RE PARENTING OUR PARENTS: How to Transform this Remarkable Challenge into a Journey of Love.”
Imagine for a moment, you’re basking in your golden years. You’re alert, healthy and surrounded by loving friends and family. If any of them is suffering with dementia, struggling even to remember who you are and what they are for breakfast, how will life be for you? Dementia is on
Sometimes in our fast-paced lives, we get “too busy” to slow down and don’t listen to what our aging parents are saying or fail to hear what they really need from us in the moment. We may forget how much patience and understanding they may have had for us, when
POP is offering our community a timely reminder for everyone 65 or over, and maybe your POParents, too. 2015’s Medicare Open Enrollment begins this Thursday, October 15th and runs through Tuesday, December 7th. During this time, you may choose to switch prescription drug plans and other plans you are on.
It seems it’s back to “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” … That’s what we all heard when we were kids. And the benefits of apples seem undisputed over time. Now the scientists are telling us that eating them — and berries, citrus and some other fruits and
If you’re stuck, frustrated with how you’re managing your aging parents as well as your own life, kids, spouse and job, but know there must be “answers” somewhere, there’s someone who CAN help you: a Certified POP Family Coach! Maybe YOU could use help with one or more of these
For some fortunate enough to be aging in good health, spending much time with loved ones close, avoiding financial burdens and comforted with a spiritual sense of living/dying, the older years really can be golden! For others, aging sometimes results in the loss of independence and the ability to fully
Traveling together with an elderly parent can be a great bonding experience. You will create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether this is the first time you are traveling together or you are experienced travelers here are some things to keep in mind when traveling. 1. Be knowledgeable about
Brainhealth.gov offers valuable resources and information for keeping your brain healthy and sharp. “The Administration for Community Living has partnered with the National Institutes for Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and leading research groups to offer you valuable brain health resources.” We encourage you to visit Brainhealth.gov
It’s fascinating to see how other countries and cultures are managing their challenges with dementia. Worldwide it is estimated that globally we will need to spend at least $1 Trillion USD annually by 2018! In the Netherlands, one fascinating way they’re responding is by setting up towns built for dementia