As the days grow shorter, colder, and post-holiday letdown creeps in, many of us experience a dip in energy and mood. It’s not unusual to experience fatigue, sadness, difficulty concentrating, and a disruption in sleep during the winter.  But why does this happen?

This is the “winter blues,” a common response to reduced sunlight and cold weather.  The good news?  Winter blues are often easily managed with lifestyle adjustments.

For others, winter blues turns into a type of depression called seasonal affective disorder (SAD) if the sadness interferes with daily fu…

Some folks enjoy the wintertime, but I am not one of those people.

I dread the shorter days and longer nights. I despise cold bathroom floors, freezing toilet seats, and the need to wear a bunch of layers just to walk to the mailbox. And I don’t like the fact that I usually can’t shake the sniffles. In the wintertime, my skin is always dry. And don’t talk to me about driving in snow or paying exorbitant prices for heating oil!

Science tells me I’m not alone. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs in winter, when daylight hours ar…

As we welcome 2024, many of us think about our New Year resolutions. What do we want to achieve, improve, or change in the next 12 months? What are some goals and aspirations for the upcoming year? How can balance be achieved between physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being?

For seniors and baby boomers, a new year can be a great opportunity to focus on holistic health, which means taking care of our physical, mental, emotional, purpose fulfillment, and spiritual well-being.

Here are some ideas for New Year resolutions that can help achieve holistic health i…

Care management, like that provided by Friends Life Care, is critical to maintaining a senior’s well-being.

Additionally, a senior’s ability to handle their personal affairs, including managing their bills and accounts, is critical for them to successfully age in place. It is important to identify someone to fulfill this responsibility.  It can be a family member or paid service. Regardless, assistance with paying bills (daily money management) goes hand in hand with care management when it comes to aging in place.
What is Daily Money Management?
Daily money manag…

Caught in the middle of raising children and caring for aging parents, you likely find yourself a part of the ‘Sandwich Generation.’ Each day is a delicate balancing act — school runs and homework on one side, doctor’s appointments and medication reminders on the other. You’re constantly juggling roles, and your own needs often take a backseat.

You’re not alone in this journey. Many around the world share your story, living the same reality. It’s challenging, indeed, but it’s also an opportunity to reimagine the future. A future where your parents can age gracefully …