by Michael Gill | Jan 29, 2020 | 2013 News, 2016 News
Most of us are well aware of the five senses bestowed to us through which we interact with our environment, i.e. vision, hearing, smell, taste and touch, right? But how many of you have ever really wondered which of these is considered as the most valuable. Sure, each...
by Michael Gill | Jan 2, 2020 | 2013 News, 2016 News
“You need to start smoking again.” That was the most sincere, heartfelt advice I could give my co-worker. Lorenzo had quit smoking 30 days before, and the whole office had been hearing daily how miserable he was. My remark wasn’t unsympathetic—I had won the war...
by Michael Gill | Nov 11, 2019 | 2013 News, 2016 News, Uncategorized
If you’re worried about traveling with your elderly parent, that shows great compassion on your part. Trips planned years ago wouldn’t have stressed anyone, but which are now a challenge due to advanced age and infirmities. A four-hour car trip for the weekend to a...
by Michael Gill | Oct 25, 2019 | 2013 News, 2016 News
Whether it’s for a special occasion or just because, hosting an older adult in your home can be a wonderful experience with lots of memory-making potential. However, for a safe and successful visit, you may want to make a few adjustments to your home before they...
by Michael Gill | Oct 25, 2019 | 2013 News, 2016 News
Elders surrounded by family sharing wine and toasting special events seems to have a curative power. The eyes light up, conversations flow easily, and pictures seem to take years off the senior’s life. Alcohol may have repercussions for people of all ages. For...
by Michael Gill | Mar 29, 2016 | 2013 News
Identity theft is one of the bigger threats to seniors living in Austin senior living communities. Because these seniors don’t get out too much, and don’t own their own home, this is one of their most vulnerable remaining points. Below we enumerate several warning...
