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 | 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...
by PLS | Apr 2, 2024 | Active Lifestyles, Caring for elderly parents, Dementia, Preferred Living Solutions
Aging well is as easy as finding everyday activities that bring joy and purpose. Certified care manager Vivian McLaurin shares her perspective on the 55+ active life. “I think of aging as life’s next adventure. I accept getting older but I reject ‘ getting old.’...
