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The Benefits of Meditation for Seniors

May 18, 2023

Meditation… focusing on an object, word, or breathing in order to decrease stress, improve health, and relax the body and mind. Social media portrays a younger generation sitting cross legged on yoga mats, humming ad infinitum while windchimes pleasantly ring in the background. There are more age-friendly options for Seniors however. The stressors of age […]

Skincare Protection for Seniors

April 27, 2023

Skincare Protection for Seniors The largest organ in the body is skin. Amazing! We exercise to keep our hearts, brains, muscles, and joints healthy but skin? Drier, thinner skin is unavoidable during the aging process. Once one enters their sixties or seventies, “beauty” spots become “age” spots. Bruising becomes common, skin is suddenly itchy, and […]

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Healthy Spring Recipes for Seniors

April 19, 2023

Healthy Spring Recipes Seafood Diet: an unfound belief where one is confident weight will be lost if they “see” food it may be eaten. If only this were so. A nutritious diet is the basis to a healthy life. Unfortunately, nutritious is not always synonymous with delicious. According to scientific studies humans are born with […]

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5 Ways to Boost Your Immune System

March 30, 2023

ACHOO!!! Spring has brought sunshine, new beginnings, and plenty of sneezing. The opportunity to escape the cold may have Seniors eager to go outside and enjoy the sun, but the “not so warm” temperatures may instigate uncomfortable sniffling and sneezing. Here are five ways to boost immune systems and be ready to enjoy each day […]

Tactics to Delay Memory Loss

February 9, 2023

Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia… there is no escaping this diagnosis. Either a loved family member, friend, or yourself is or will be affected by this “long goodbye.” Studies show even without a cure, Alzheimer’s may be delayed by practicing a healthy lifestyle. Bridge to Better Living realizes many of our articles/blogs emphasize the importance of making […]

Seasonal Depression 101

November 18, 2022

It’s the turkey’s fault. According to Camille Styles, author of Lifestyles Daily Blog, ”a turkey food coma has less to do with the turkey and more to do with eating a variety of other foods also containing tryptophan. Thanksgiving is a tryptophan gold mine.” Tryptophan, an amino acid found only in food, induces relaxation, or […]

How to Stay Fit After 70

November 14, 2022

A previous blog extolled the joys of Fall… fresh air, sunshine, a palette of colors, and fun outdoor activities. Was there a message between the lines? A silent intention?… perhaps the intended moral was to remind Seniors enjoyment is simpler when physically fit, especially after the age of seventy. Physical and mental fitness is serious […]

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How to Handle Chronic Pain

November 7, 2022

Pain, as unpleasant as it is, has one positive side. Pain alerts us to problems our bodies may be having. Constant aching, burning, and throbbing elevates discomfort to a new level where pain is impossible to be ignored, also known as Chronic Pain. Chronic pain happens anywhere in the body, changes focus, leads to depression […]

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How to Protect Your Hearing as a Senior

October 14, 2022

A past commercial featured a man asking, “Can you hear me now?” Although this phrase is often repeated in jest, Seniors seldom find hearing loss funny; it’s important to protect your hearing. Hearing loss is suffered by twenty five percent of adults between 64 and 75 years of age with numbers increasing each year. Occupational […]

How to Help Seniors with Loss

September 28, 2022

Help Loved Ones During Loss: As one reaches the age of sixty-five, the loss of a close friend or family member has made an entrance. Each individual grieves differently… some privately and others by propelling themselves into a whirlwind of activities. Personal grief is impossible to share but as humans we want to help loved […]

5 Tips to Avoid Getting Sick This Fall

September 22, 2022

How To Avoid Getting Sick Seniors find summer disappearing with its opportunities to be outside, enjoying fresh air and sunshine. Fall has arrived and will soon be followed by winter. Health maintenance needs to be approached in a different format but remains important as Seniors are presented with other challenges to health with dropping temperatures. […]

Tips for Understanding Aging Parents

August 29, 2022

Heaven protect children who take the car keys from parents, or “seize” the checkbook. How dare they! Elders are proud of personal independence achieved in life, but many Seniors lose the ability to make wise choices during the aging process. Often roles are reversed, a child becomes a parent and vice versa. Fears of the […]

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How to Help a Loved One with Relocation Stress Syndrome

August 17, 2022

Relocation Stress Syndrome Signs of anxiety, confusion, withdrawal, or mild depression two-ten weeks after a move to a new Senior Living Community could be symptoms of Relocation Stress Syndrome (RSS). A study by medical doctors at Harris School of Nursing in Texas indicated the occurrence of Relocation Stress Syndrome might be overrated. To those who […]

National Headache and Migraine Awareness Month

June 29, 2022

Life presents headaches in many forms, both personal and physical. Some consider the maintenance of a vehicle a “headache.” Others may say organizing events are a “headache.” Realistically, any experience could be labeled a headache. However, if heads throb and become painful…. It is time to get serious. Many headache forms exist… tension, cluster, sinus, […]

What to Know About the Common Cold this Fall

November 29, 2021

Colds, contagious upper respiratory infections, are most common in the winter months. It is not unusual to have more than one cold during this season. Most colds are caused by a virus and are contagious. Fortunately they are not fatal, although suffering with a cold for seven or more days may have one feeling as […]

Sleep Remedies for Seniors

October 28, 2021

Sleep Remedies for Seniors “The amount of sleep required by the average person is five minutes more.” Wilson Mizener, American playwright. Oh, so true! We all wish for those extra five minutes when daylight breaks through our dreams. Life begins by needing 16 hours of sleep. Seven to eight hours is recommended for older […]

Shingles: What You Need to Know

October 15, 2021

Shingles Those of us who have had chickenpox remember the pain, itching, seeping blisters and multitude of scabs. We survived, but wait… has everyone heard about shingles? Shingles is caused by the same virus-producing chickenpox… varicella-zoster. After chickenpox, this virus lies inactive in nerve tissue near the spinal cord and brain. When it occurs, it […]

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Steps to Avoid Breast Cancer

October 4, 2021

In October we traditionally recognize breast cancer awareness. Sadly, a diagnosis does not wait for a specific month. Among women breast cancer is the second most common cancer, skin cancer being the most prevalent. Breast cancer is not gender-specific as one out of every hundred cases diagnosed is a man. Every two minutes someone is […]

How to Protect Seniors Against The Delta Variant

September 28, 2021

In the year 2020 countries were exposed to COVID-19, a virus responsible for the deaths of an estimated 3.4 million people worldwide. The only protection offered was wearing a mask, washing hands, and maintaining a social distance of 6 ft. Businesses closed, and families canceled celebrations. Senior Living Communities were faced with difficult decisions. Hand […]

World Senior Citizen`s Day- Honoring the Elderly

August 21, 2021

World Senior Citizen`s Day A favorite Hallmark character, Maxine, has made aging not only humorous but acceptable. The Silver Tsunami is here with the fastest growing population segment in those over the age of 85. Aging has seen many changes since the grandparents of the Baby Boomers. According to statista.com 15,800 Assisted Living communities existed […]

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A Cool Breeze In Summer

July 10, 2021

Snowbirds go South for the Winter, but how do Senior “Sunbirds” handle Summer heat? Traveling to a more desirable climate is not always the answer and fewer options exist for Senior travel. Heat-related deaths have increased with the Center for Disease Control reporting 39% of heat-related deaths occurring in people over the age of 65. […]

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Bridging The Generation Gap: Aging Boomers, Gen X and Millennial Caregivers

July 2, 2021

New caregiver generation gaps seem much larger than they were before. In the 1960’s, the earliest members of the Baby Boomer generation, born between 1946 and 1964, were coming of age. The Gen X generation, born 1965 through 1980, was coming into being. The advent of cable television made it possible for the first time […]

Transportation Options for Seniors

June 21, 2021

The CDC (Center for Disease Control) reported over 45 million licensed drivers aged 65 and older in 2018. Older adults who drive stay mobile and independent but with advancing age more Seniors will be handing over the keys. Affordable, safe, and accessible transportation options are needed to provide Quality of Life for Seniors. Diminished vision […]

Losing A Spouse

April 26, 2021

A spouse who has provided a deep and profound love for many years is irreplaceable. Lifelong partners who have shared the joys and challenges of a long marriage grieve deeply after the death of a spouse. Although there are no substitutes for love, ways exist to help adjust after losing a spouse. Grieve Properly Process […]

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Understanding Diabetes

March 23, 2021

Ten percent of the U.S. population has been diagnosed with diabetes, not including those who have been identified as pre-diabetic. This disease is non-discriminatory and affects all social, economic and ethnic backgrounds. March 23rd is designated as Diabetes Alert Day. Understand risks for this disease and learn how to address symptoms or seek treatment. DIABETES […]

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Support For A Loved One During Transition

March 15, 2021

Support and continuity of social ties is important when a Senior transitions hoping to continue their Quality of Life in a new setting. Established networks of friends and family are instinctive venues for loving advice, companionship and support. The assistance and encouragement found in these circles are reliable steps to a Senior’s successful transition. Bridge […]

Vaccines and Seniors

February 22, 2021

Vaccines have always been a high priority for Seniors and their loved ones. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has further demonstrated the importance of vaccines in preventing the spread of deadly disease. A vaccine is embedded with microorganisms the same as or similar to the disease. When administered, the vaccine stimulates the immune system to create […]

Cancer: Signs and Symptoms in Seniors

February 5, 2021

Cancer Signs and Symptoms February 4th, World Cancer Day, is much more than honoring those who have lost their lives to cancer. The 2021 theme “I am and I will” inspires a call-to-action, a focus on raising the awareness of cancer, its symptoms, and impacts. Today we are asked to make a commitment to promote ongoing research, make a donation and start being a part of cancer education. Sixty percent of cancer diagnoses occur in the 65 and […]

The Agony of Winter Arthritis Pain

November 24, 2020

Arthritis Pain Winter often evokes memories of soft flannel pajamas, snowball fights, hot cocoa with marshmallows, and time spent around the fireplace with family and friends. The harsh reality of winter for many Seniors however is increased joint pain and stiffness due to arthritis. Why Is Arthritis Worse in Winter? Studies show many who […]

How to Prepare for Flu Season

November 17, 2020

Prepare For Flu Season The onset of Winter brings thoughts of cozy sweaters, holiday gatherings, hot drinks, and … the risk of contracting the flu. This year a pandemic has introduced additional challenges. Senior Communities have been proactive and developed procedures intended to minimize any chance of residents becoming ill.. Because Seniors are at high risk it […]

Top 7 Medication Management Tips

October 28, 2020

As Seniors advance in age, additional medications may be prescribed to alleviate the new ailments and illnesses associated with the aging process. Medication management is a challenging task for older adults and caregivers. The management of multiple prescriptions is complex as drugs, generics, dosages, and methods of receiving them vary. Medication management is crucial […]

How to Manage COVID Anxiety & Stress

August 17, 2020

Healthcare and world events have created new and profound levels of insecurity. The world questions a new “normal” as COVID research presents conflicting news reports each day. Now, more than ever, it is important to practice emotional self-care. This article offers five suggestions to help you or your loved one manage stress and anxiety while […]

How A Senior Placement Agency Can Help You

July 27, 2020

Senior Placement Agency The search process for a Senior Living Community is a difficult and convoluted journey. Each Senior and their family hold a unique set of requirements for care and accommodations including medical needs, activities, finances, and even food. Balancing these various factors is a challenging task and makes the choice for a Senior Living Option […]

Enjoying Grandchildren During COVID-19

July 17, 2020

“Grandparent” is inarguably one of life’s greatest titles. Grandparents are known to give unconditional love, offer a sense of connection and tradition, all while avoiding the serious aspects of parenting. Whether grandchildren are close or far away, COVID has changed the way we bond with them. Here are helpful tips to remain in touch and […]

Swimming Benefits for Seniors

July 10, 2020

Swimming Benefits for Seniors Summer is here and cooling off in a pool is definitely tempting. Swimming is not solely a recreation for the younger generation but provide many benefits for Seniors as well. Whether wanting to join a community swimming program for Seniors or take a dip in a friend’s pool, enjoy the advantages […]

How to Manage Diabetes in Seniors

June 8, 2020

Manage Diabetes in Seniors A diagnosis of diabetes is serious and becomes increasingly prevalent in older adults. The risk of developing Type 2 diabetes increases with age and is a genuine concern amongst Seniors. Here are facts for Seniors regarding diabetes, its prevention, and how to manage it. What is Diabetes? Diabetes occurs when the […]

Covid-19: How to Remain Connected with Seniors

May 6, 2020

COVID-19 has caused many life changes, there is no doubt. Large gatherings, community-based activities, and unlimited visitation to our Seniors and loved ones are closely monitored or discouraged. Safe practices, face masks, and social distancing are now essential. These recommendations, made with health protection in mind, could additionally cause mental and emotional challenges, especially for […]

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How to Avoid Age-Related Muscle Loss

April 15, 2020

Avoid Age-Related Muscle Loss Loss of muscle mass is fairly common in the aging process as activity decreases. However, there are techniques for Seniors to keep muscles active and operational. Four tips listed below are excellent suggestions from Bridge to Better Living for maintaining muscle strength. Proper Nutrition Protein is an important part of a Senior’s […]

4 Changes to Keep Hearts Healthy

February 17, 2020

Heart disease continues to be the cause of 1 out of 4 deaths in the United States. 80% of heart disease cases are estimated to be preventable with a lifestyle change and proper education. Choose now to take action and keep your heart healthy. A few tips to consider are listed below. Mindful Eating One […]

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How to Make New Friends in Retirement

October 21, 2019

Friends In Retirement A younger person may have easily found new friendships in school, work or through mutual family and friends. Retirement brings a different approach. However, a positive attitude toward friendship generally results in a long, happy and healthy retirement, one surrounded by friends. Local Clubs One way to find new friends is by […]

How to Avoid Social Isolation

September 25, 2019

Social Isolation An ongoing connection with others to establish meaningful relationships with a community and others is important. Engaging in social activities seems to be a natural occurrence in younger years but older adults living alone face unique social challenges, some leading to health issues. it is important to identify the sources and address them […]

Traveling with Your CPAP Machine

May 29, 2019

Traveling With Your CPAP Machine When the machine is used every night, the user finds their sleeping pattern improves. A portable CPAP device makes traveling easier, but for those who have a more cumbersome device, there are ways to travel and have your CPAP too. Here are some tips to get you started for traveling […]

Seniors: Keep Your Feet Healthy

April 10, 2019

Your feet may feel as if they have travelled more than a few miles during their lifetime. SnowBrains.com confirms this by reporting “the average person with the usual stride living until 80 will walk a distance of around 110,000 miles,” an average of 7,500 steps daily or five long hikes around the equator. No wonder feet ache! Keeping them healthy, especially in the golden years, is important.

Have the Good Night’s Sleep You Deserve

March 20, 2019

Sleep You Deserve However, aging processes introduce a multitude of changes. New medications, different approaches to exercise, loss of friends and family, changes in lifestyle and a possibility of downsizing with a move easily result in a night of tossing and turning. Seek Help for Sleep Problems If you or your spouse complain of snoring […]

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Senior Love: A Relationship Guide

February 13, 2019

Keeping relationship skills and being open to new interactions is important no matter your age. Let’s Talk Open communication is a relationship must. What is said and how it is communicated creates a significant difference. Positive communication helps to keep a relationship on the right track. Focus on what is working well and use encouragement […]

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Communication Tips for Loved Ones with Dementia

November 7, 2018

Keeping the lines of communication open during this time will become progressively more challenging. How you communicate with your loved one makes all the difference. Education is Key The more you understand how dementia affects your loved one the better communication will be. Various stages of memory loss require innovative approaches to have meaningful conversations […]

Does Your Aging Parent Need Help?

October 10, 2018

Some changes in life are exciting; some are pleasant; some are challenging, and some have all three elements. Transitions accompanying aging are often bittersweet, especially for an adult child watching their parent experience these changes. The Loss of Independence One of the most challenging aspects of aging for many is feeling a loss of independence. […]

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10 Perks for Anyone Over 55

July 18, 2018

Anyone who’s reached that point where bones creak, muscles don’t want to cooperate, and you sometimes wonder about that face staring back at you in the mirror could use a little good news. Even if you are in the best shape of your life and you are over 55, there’s lots of good news about […]

Nurture the Grandparent-Grandchild Relationship

June 13, 2018

We helped our children with homework, kept them from eating too much junk, taught them manners, screened their friends and enforced curfew. Those were long days, and I don’t remember being very popular. We had a lot of responsibility. As grandparents, we may still do some of those things, but now we see it through […]

Guidelines for High Blood Pressure

June 6, 2018

Blood pressure is an important measurement to monitor. The numbers you see when having your blood pressure taken tell a story about your circulatory health.

10 Ways to Help a Caregiver

December 13, 2017

Although similar to motherhood and caring for a small child, a caregiver in the medical world is primarily aiding an adult or Senior. Society needs to understand more people are caregiving. This could easily become a monumental culture change. A large percentage of people are in Skilled Care due to a caregiver no longer being […]

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Adapting To Vision Loss In The Home

November 15, 2017

Changes are needed in your home to accommodate the loss of sight. The number and types of adaptations depend on the extent of the loss of vision. Losing part of your sight will mean fewer changes than a total loss of vision. Homes should be comfortable as adjustments are made to accommodate vision loss.

When Aging Parents Don’t Listen

October 25, 2017

Life is frustrating when young children don’t listen. A parent who refuses to listen is equally as exasperating. It is important to have a conversation and have parents listen, especially when considering a move to Senior Living.

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The 10 Best Perks About Growing Older

September 20, 2017

Society values the young or even the young at heart but we at Bridge to Better Living believe there is absolutely nothing wrong with growing older. In fact there are many aspects of life to appreciate and celebrate about when aging including the following top ten.

How To Help Your Parents Stay Active

September 6, 2017

It keeps bodies healthy and minds sharp while providing quality of life. Exercise has many benefits, but unfortunately they are often ignored. The following are tips on how Seniors, especially your loved ones, are able to stay active in their golden years. Exercise with Them Offer to sign up for a mutual exercise class or […]

Caregiving Role

August 23, 2017

Caregiving Roles I’m not sure who Olga is but she seems to have an incredible power of will. Each of us has a basic instinct to survive and incredible inner core of strength. on It is in recognizing this strength and nurturing its growth we rise above the changes and complexities of life. Caregivers often […]

6 Ways to Manage Arthritis Pain

June 12, 2017

Manage Arthritis Discomfort from arthritis ranges from mildly annoying to excruciating and debilitating pain. Forms of Arthritis Arthritis is basically defined as inflammation of a joint with over 100 types of arthritis conditions existing. The majority of those afflicted by this diagnosis have osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. Another, psoriatic arthritis, is manifested as inflammation of […]

Tips to Understanding Your Aging Parents

April 18, 2017

Time gives the appearance of both standing still and passing quickly. Even as mature adults we envision our parents as parents, not as individuals. Each person has a story to tell. Following generations will value knowing the people who were a part of the formation of their family and identity.

February is American Heart Month

February 9, 2017

Before asking someone to be your Valentine check the condition of your heart first! February is American Heart Month, a time when heart health is highlighted. Considering every year 635,000 or more people in the United States experience their first heart attack, it’s an excellent focus. The Golden Years do not change your heart health. […]

5 Popular Ways to Enjoy Retirement

July 19, 2016

Ironically as retirement approaches it sometimes becomes overwhelming with desires and financial ability. The following suggestions may help facilitate plans for your next chapter in life. 1. See the World One popular choice is world travel. Finances are a crucial aspect of travelling. Other retirees have discovered less expensive means to achieve these dreams. One […]

“A Person’s a Person, No Matter How Small”

March 2, 2016

He recognized an inner child in all of us, a younger version of ourselves harboring new fears as time suddenly found us in the middle of the “golden” years. “How did it get so late so soon? Its night before its afternoon. December is here before its June. My goodness how the time has flewn. […]

Getting the Right Care after a Hospital Discharge

February 8, 2016

Hospital Discharge The stay may have been overnight, a week or much longer but there is something refreshing about finally going home. However, your feelings of relief at leaving the hospital may be mingled with uncertainty about how to care for your loved one without the help of professionals 24/7. The right follow-up care is […]

Old Man’s Winter – Tips to Stay Warm This Winter

January 18, 2016

Stay Warm This Winter We all talk about the weather and sadly accept there is nothing we are able to do about it. Personal comfort however does present wise choices. Hibernation If only this was as easy as it sounds. As people age their ability to feel temperature change decreases. Most Senior Living Communities have […]

When Life Events Merge, Good Things Happen

January 18, 2016

The article When Life Events Merge, Good Things Can Happen, details the events that took place in order for her to take the bold step of co-creating a business that contributes to the lifestyle greatly valued in and around Lincoln, Nebraska. “When the client loves the benefits and my employees love what they do, then my goals for Bridge to […]

The Cornucopia Shake

November 25, 2015

Traditionally you sat around the table expressing gratitude for health, family, friends, and stores opening early for Black Friday…but did you really, really peek inside your cornucopia of abundance to recognize the small gifts, the silent blessings? When you saw all the positives, were you thinking of keeping them to yourself or giving them away, […]

Bumps In The Night

October 22, 2015

What is the cause of those painful “bumps in the night?” This month is Halloween and wouldn’t it be a treat to avoid the little devils causing bruises and broken bones? Take off the masks and be pro-active. As goblins approach the front door will they fall between cracks in sidewalks? A level surface […]

HUG BLUG (or is it ‘blog’?)

August 7, 2015

Each day starts and ends with a hug, sprinkled with random hugs throughout the day. We are open to this sincere display of emotion without bias of age, sex, religion, ethnic background or political affiliation. Not only are we experts in finding the best Senior Living Community for our clients, but we are definitely experts […]

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