Caring for you is essential to ensure your well-being and your ability to provide consistent quality care. Here are some Self To-Do’s Remember that your caregiver’s situation is unique, so look for support for your individual needs and preferences. Caring for you is essential to ensure the well-being and ability to provide quality care. Just Breathe
Time with your Healthcare partner is often very limited. To be your best advocate requirespreparation. Documenting your reasons for the visit, beforehand, will help you receive theanswers you NEED. RECORD YOUR VISIT ON YOUR PHONE……..Learn How!Print individual sheets for each visit document and RECORD the answers Learning to document and describe should provide you with satisfactory outcomes for better health.ADVANCE APPOINTMENT PRE-CHECKLIST is for you to document WHY you are there and what you NEED. ADVOCATE=ASK!
Laughter is the best medicine” has been around a long time. The idea that laughter and a sense of humor can have positive effects on one’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Laughter can be as healing and beneficial. It highlights the powerful impact that laughter and a positive outlook can have on a person’s health and overall quality of life. Incorporating humor and laughter into one’s life will add to an overall healthier lifestyle. Watching a funny movie, spending time…
Sun City Carolina Lakes offers a unique space for an active lifestyle. Encouraging your neighbor to use the available resources will be more supportive than performing the task yourself. Sun City Carolina Lakes offers: Encourage neighbors to know the resources that are available: B. Health and Accessibility: DO’S AND DON’T’S Do NOT get involved in paying bills. CONSISTANTLY ACKNOWLEDGE your concerns to family. BE SPECIFIC regarding, mobility issues, difficulties managing household tasks, and safety concerns. ALWAYS communicate these in a…
Having spent time in a very large healthcare institution, recently, the term consequential stranger introduced by psychologist Melinda Blau, came to mind. Consequential stranger refers to individuals with whom we have casual interactions in our daily lives. Engaging in casual contact with consequential strangers can add a layer to our humanity. Crossing paths in a single day with people, unknow until the instant of casual contact has me realizing the impact of these contacts on our daily lives, perhaps, as…
The Check Engine Light analogy is often used to describe the warning signs or indications that something may be wrong. In the context of fall risk and brain health you should consider in 2019 Alzheimer’s disease was listed as the sixth leading cause of death in the US, accounting for approximately 123,499 deaths. There were over 50,000 deaths related to falls in those over 65 in 2022, If you fall, it is crucial to BE HONEST, with a healthcare professional….
The statement “Is it helpful or hurtful?” raises a fundamental question regarding the potential impact of a particular action, behavior, or decision. It prompts us to critically evaluate the consequences of our choices and consider whether they contribute positively or negatively to a given situation, individual, or society as a whole. Your assessment of whether something is helpful or hurtful requires a thoughtful analysis of various factors such as context, intent, and outcomes. It encourages you to weigh the potential…
Deep breathing stimulates the vagus nerve, the longest cranial nerve in the body. The vagus nerve, the parasympathetic stimulator for the body, extends from the brain then branches out to influence It is known as the “rest and digest” stimulator, helping to bring equilibrium to the body The only way you can stimulate the vagus nerve is through deep breathing. Any deep breathing can be done anytime, anywhere. “Conscious breathing can change your physiological state” according to Dr. Nancy Bell,…
June is Men’s Health Month, to raise awareness about men’s health issues. Take the following proactive steps towards improving your overall well-being. Heart disease is cause of 2 out of 4 deaths for men annually. Practice in June. Repeat Monthly!
Summer is here. Hot weather and cold beer! Drinking responsibly is an important practice to ensure your health and well-being. We need to be extra careful in the hot weather, as alcohol is a dehydrator. Here are some guidelines. Remember, responsible drinking involves making conscious choices to prioritize your health and safety. It’s important to know your limits, take care of yourself, and be aware of the potential risks associated with more than recommended weekly average.