If you’re a caregiver and a perfectionist, you may be facing an uphill battle. Caregiving is a demanding job, and it’s critical to accept that not everything will be perfect. As a caregiver, there are many things you cannot control, and the most important thing to do is to let go of chasing perfection...
The therapeutic qualities of interacting with horses has long been known.
Horses have an un-canny ability to reduce anxieties, restore a sense of calmness and bring great joy to those around them. This is especially true for those who are challenged by Alzheimer’s disease, as well as other forms...
An estimated 1 in 10 Americans over the age of 60 has experienced elder abuse. Abuse is often underreported, so it is our responsibility to recognize the types and signs.
Physical Abuse includes any time physical pain is inflicted. Bruises are often dismissed, however abused seniors are more likely...
As your loved one ages, they may begin to be impacted by complex medical conditions, dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease and other conditions that result in their needing help with their daily care.
Many adult children become caregivers of their aging parents and become “sandwiched” between caring for aging...
Finishing Well Ministries presents The Exciting Potential of This Season of Life, What The Bible Says About Growing Older
“You never fish in the same river twice.” The river is always changing. That’s true of life as well. Each day is different from the day before. We ourselves...
Like other organs in the body, bones are constantly changing. Throughout childhood and as young adults, bones grow in strength and in size. Around the age of 30, bones reach their peak strength and then naturally become weaker with age.
Osteoporosis affects one in every four adults and is a condition...
How would you like to give your loved-ones a well-written, ornately bound story-book, telling them about your life? These days, most families live at a distance. We see our children, grandchildren or great grandchildren less and less. Even if we’re together more often, it’s difficult to find the right...
There is nothing in Medicaid Law that causes more confusion than the 5-Year Look Back Period.
Many people mistakenly believe that you can’t do any planning within 5 years of needing care. This isn’t exactly true. Here’s how the Look Back Period Works: If you go into a nursing home and want to apply...
In March 2016, Colorado Springs became an Age Friendly City, a designation through AARP and the World Health Organization. Since then, Innovations in Aging Collaborative has administered the Age Friendly Colorado Springs program on behalf of the City of Colorado Springs to make our city livable for people...
One of the biggest concerns of pre-retirees and retirees is income. This makes a lot of sense when you consider that all your savings essentially breaks down to an annual income you need to have to live comfortably during your retirement years. One of the options many seniors explore when trying to secure...