by PLS | Apr 2, 2025 | Advice & Support, Aging in place, Baby Boomers, care planning, Caring for elderly parents, End of life planning, Healthy Living, Preferred Living Solutions
Make Life Easier for Your Loved Ones I recently spoke with a friend whose parents have both died within 6 months of each other. She had just settled the affairs for one when the other one passed. She was overwhelmed with grief and the checklist of paperwork and phone...
by PLS | Mar 4, 2025 | Healthy Living, Preferred Living Solutions, self-care
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss among people age 50 and older. March is Save Your Vision Month. Risk factors for AMD, other than age, include smoking (doubles the risk); race (more common among Caucasians than African-Americans...
by PLS | Jan 1, 2025 | Active Lifestyles, Baby Boomers, Healthy Living, Preferred Living Solutions, self-care
In today’s ever-changing world, we can wonder what do I have to offer to the next generation. I’m “old,” “washed up,” and not up on the latest technology. Guess what? You may have something that not many people have but want, and...
by PLS | Jul 1, 2024 | Active Lifestyles, Advice & Support, Aging in place, At-Home Care, caregiving, Caring for elderly parents, Dementia, Healthy Living, Preferred Living Solutions, self-care
Dehydration is a concern for everyone, especially aging or older adults, during the dog days of summer. Symptoms of dehydration include: less frequent urination dark-colored urine constipation dry mouth headache confusion sleepiness lethargy low blood pressure rapid...
by PLS | Jun 1, 2024 | Active Lifestyles, Aging in place, Baby Boomers, care management, Caring for elderly parents, Healthy Living, Preferred Living Solutions
Summer activities are fun for children and older adults, too. Whether seniors live independently or with assistance, having fun should be on the agenda. Independent seniors may enjoy church activities, eat meals with others, or maintain any interest they have pursued...
