The Struggle for Significance: Seniors and Suicide
This article discusses the subject of suicide. If you are facing thoughts of suicide, please reach out to the National Suicide Help Line at 1-800-273-8255 or visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ to live-chat with a friendly helper. “I had four chairs refurbished this morning And I couldn’t help but think—what’s the point? I don’t have much longer to […]
10 Tips To Make Eating Out Healthier
Beth is a CNA who works nights, with not one, not two, but three teenagers. She loves her job, but the only time she gets to see her family is at the dinner table — if one of the kids doesn’t have sports or band practice and if she can manage to get takeout on […]
Seniors and Pets
The Rescue Eve and Norman Fertig huddled together for warmth as the mild autumn day turned into a howling winter storm. They were trapped outside with night fast approaching. If it weren’t for the downed trees that had them pinned between their outbuildings, Eve and Norman could probably see their little house a mere 200 […]
Vintage Recipes: The Dessert that’s Surprisingly Healthy
The Dessert That Maintains Bone Health What if I told you that one of your favorite desserts as a child is high in protein, amino acids, and is often taken as a supplement for maintaining healthy bones? This superfood is disguised as a fun, jiggly dessert and is often overlooked. So what is this deliciously […]
Health Care Insurance Options for Seniors
Health Insurance: Why It’s Necessary and Where to Begin Basic finances for senior retirees can be a major headache. The cost of living is higher than it has ever been. Medical bills can be the single highest monthly bill for the American senior. There is more than one health insurance provider that can aid seniors […]
Cataracts: Walking A Mile In Grandma’s Glasses
When was the last time you went swimming? Remember diving into that cool, turquoise water surrounded by millions of tiny bubbles? For the few seconds beneath the surface, everything was a blur of shapes and light. Or, if you haven’t been swimming in a while, remember that one foggy morning you stepped outside to take […]
National Safety Month: Be Prepared (Free Printable Guide!)
The Rescue On June 7th, four teenage boys from Oklahoma, Wyatt Hall, Dylan Wick, Seth Byrd, and Nick Byrd headed out of the house for some snacks and smelled fire. Smoke was slowly seeping from the doorframes and windows of the house next door. Only one of the boys knew their neighbor, according to CBSNews, […]
That Moment When She Remembered: Bob and Asako Part 3
In April 2019, the At Home Care team was able to interview some of the friends, clients, and caregivers that make the Flint Hills of Kansas the wonderful place it is! Here is one of the stories… This is the last part of a three part series about twenty-six year Army veteran Bob and his […]
Jobs for Retired Seniors
Maybe you picture retirement like this: Waking up to the scent of fresh brewed coffee as late morning sunshine streams through the curtains of a completely paid-off house on the beach…. Your loved one shuffles through the kitchen in bunny slippers, smiling as she picks the morning paper off the counter. The reality is that […]
Celebrating Women’s Health Month
“A woman is like a tea bag. You can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.” – Eleanor Roosevelt Women live longer than men. Despite sleepless nights, worry, the stress of balancing work and home life, raising children, and, often times, dealing with ill health, this is a proven fact. […]