Let your light shine
By Wahneta Dimmer, Hands in Harmony, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
We are co-creators of our own reality, consciously choosing our impact on the world. Each day we wake up, we access our internal and external surroundings and head off into the world. Our minds fill with events of yesterday and today and thoughts of what today might be like. […]
Debunking Myths of Older Adult Falls
By Chris Smith, Park Gate, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
Many people think falls are a normal part of aging. The truth is, they’re not. Most falls can be prevented––and you have the power to reduce your risk. […]
How Do I Protect My Disabled Child?
By Craig Watson, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
Grace is a sweet 69-year-old widow. Her husband died recently from a long illness. She has two children: a son, Todd, and a daughter, Kate. Todd is disabled and suffers from mental illness. Although Todd lives in his own apartment, he is unable to work. He receives Food Stamps, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid. […]
Mobility changes due to aging are treatable
By Monique Giroux, MD, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
A change in mobility is one of the most common problems I see in my clinic. Common complaints are:
“I can’t walk as far as I used to.”
“I feel more unsteady or dizzy and need to grab onto something.”
“I am stumbling or tripping over my own feet.”
“My legs give out when I walk or stand.”
“My walking has really slowed down.” […]
Depression in the Elderly
By Stevie Short, Collin and Denton County LIVING WELL Magazines
Do you suffer from feelings of hopelessness, or struggle to fain an interest in activities you once enjoyed? You’re not alone. […]
What Role Do You Play?
Courtesy RidgeView Assisted Living & MeadowView Memory Care Village, Linn County LIVING WELL MAGAZINE
When elders move into an assisted living facility, the lack of familiarity with both environment and the other residents can be quite intimidating, it is important to fully understand the roles involved in helping your parent feel comfortable in their new home. […]
Retirement Perfected:
The convenience and comfort of a Continuum of Care Campus
By Connie Johnson and Tina Craig, Century Park Associates, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
Nestled in the quaint town of Colorado Springs, The Inn at Garden Plaza and The Bridge at Colorado Springs offer the ultimate retirement option, complete with outstanding services, lavish amenities, restaurant-style dining and a full calendar of events. These distinctive senior living communities are a part of a Continuum of Care Campus (CCC) where independent living, assisted living, rehabilitative care and skilled nursing are available on-site. […]
Investing Strategies for an Evolving Market
Courtesy Dan and R. Brennan Barlow, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
From the collapse of the technology bubble in the early 2000s to the subprime lending meltdown that started in 2008, the markets have been anything but predictable. Case in point: The political fight over U.S. debt policies in 2011 roiled the markets and led to an unprecedented downgrade of the nation’s credit. […]
Princess Access Makes Cruise Vacations Accessible For Passengers With Disabilities
Award-Winning Program Addresses Special Needs at Sea
East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
Princess has long placed a high priority on making cruise vacations accessible for all passengers, including those with special needs. The company initiated its award-winning Princess Access program in 1992 to raise the standards of cruise ship accessibility across the fleet, while keeping in mind the constraints and special considerations inherent to a ship at sea. […]
HOW IS YOUR TAX HEALTH?
By Greg Kollmeyer, Greater Springfield LIVING WELL Magazine
With the end of the year approaching, it’s a good time to assess your personal tax situation and evaluate any recent legislative changes and how they affect you. In a very controversial decision, the U.S. Supreme Court recently upheld the constitutionality of the 2010 health care law. What does this mean to you, and how can you plan accordingly with this and other expiring “Bush-era tax credits?” […]
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