January 8, 2024 —
We asked our Care Management team: What is one tip for caring for someone with dementia? Here are some of their responses: Shari: Keep Moving. Some ways are Physical Therapy, Private trainers, and Boxing for Parkinson’s Programs. Summer: Work with a physical therapist who specializes in movement disorders and exercise daily. Movement has actually shown... Read More
October 2, 2020 —
In a time when the “same old” no longer works, Senior Options is experimenting everyday with new ways to engage our clients in an effort to slow cognitive decline. This year, Florida Atlantic Adult Day Care piloted a program introducing robotic pets to the elderly population. The company, Joy For All, reported that “stories and... Read More
August 25, 2020 —
Avoiding the Title ‘Frequent Flyer’ Frequent Flyer, the terminology conjures up the image of someone who spends more time in the air than on the ground. However, it also refers those who are constantly returning to the Emergency Room. My mother used to say, the only reason to be in a hospital, is to... Read More
August 6, 2020 —
In every edition of The Aging 360 we strive to provide a holistic approach to navigating the aging process.Whatever the challenge there are always options available. We hope you find the information below to be helpful. The Missing Piece We are all set in our ways. The older we get, the less we like... Read More
July 10, 2020 —
The Last Gift No one likes to discuss or plan for end of life. End of life can mean many things to different people. But one thing is certain, whether we like it or not, we are all going to leave this world. On a personal note, my parents gave their four children the last... Read More
June 22, 2020 —
Many of our seniors are cancelling doctors’ appointments, discontinuing therapy sessions, and barring caregivers from their homes. In most cases these seniors are “stuck” in their homes with nobody laying eyes on them to assess their cognitive, physical and emotional well-being. The severity of the effects isolation has is unprecedented. While we can’t grasp how this... Read More
June 4, 2020 —
What’s New this Hurricane Season? June 1st officially started hurricane season. The problem is twofold, the first is getting through the storm, the second is getting through the aftermath, including losing power. Every year we collect our water, medications, flashlights, and more as we prepare for the worst and hope for the best. This year... Read More
May 20, 2020 —
In every edition of The Aging 360 we strive to give a holistic approach to navigating the aging process. We hope you find the information below to be helpful. Have you seen the signs? May is Mental Health Awareness month. Being cognizant of our loved one’s mental and emotional status is equally as important as... Read More
May 6, 2020 —
New from Senior Options Aging is a challenging process. There is no playbook. No two cases are the same. At Senior Options we pride ourselves on our ability to navigate the aging path. We are known as the Aging Experts, but we are also, if you will, the General Contractors. Our team builds comprehensive care plans comprised... Read More