Many of us are coming out of our cocoons. Still, I think it is fair to say that in this less than great time we all need some comfort – and what better than my Ham and White Bean Soup. This soup oozes comfort! As it is cooking, it will […]
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Aging, a move often becomes quite traumatic. Sometimes, those moves can take you far away from your family and friends. If you end up being the caregiver for a senior family member, managing that distance can become a greater challenge. But, do not fret, with today’s technologies there are a […]
People of all ages who suffer a stroke typically are left with some deficits and disabilities. One of those deficits is a reduced immune system. However, whether it is true for you or not, it behooves us survivors and our extended communities to do everything we can do to improve […]
Technology definitely isn’t just for young people anymore. People of all ages, including seniors, are chatting on smartphones, asking their smart speakers about the weather, and downloading books onto e-readers. And certainly, stroke survivors whose mobility is challenged could find a good use for technology, particularly the simpler kind. Do […]
During the holiday season, consider helping stroke survivors continue their brave journey to recovery. ONE OF THE BEST FEELINGS IN THE WORLD IS HELPING OTHERS. NICKY’S STORY A Stroke Survivor at age 30
Stroke survivors often get to the stage in life where it makes sense to enter an assisted living facility. It may be age, or the disabilities emanating from the stroke, or a combination. Still it takes some time for some to adjust to their new surroundings. Caregivers can play a […]
Hurricane Dorian seems to be heading up the East Coast possibly touching the North Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina coasts. Many of those folks may lose their electricity for some time. That got me to thinking that I should share my Couscous Recipe WHICH DOES NOT REQUIRE ELECTRICITY […]
If you’ve ever been on an airplane, you know the flight attendant’s spiel on what to do in the state of emergency and that one famous line, “put on your own oxygen mask before assisting others.” This goes against the instinct of many people, especially those who have taken care […]
When we step into the role of caregiver, we soon realize how multifaceted and complex the role can be. With stroke recovery, this often occurs with little or no warning which itself creates a challenge. Despite the new challenges of becoming a caregiver for someone in your family, or a […]
There comes a time in everyone’s life when we need to take more safety precautions and get a little extra care, particularly after a stroke. As a senior, someone caring for a senior, or a younger stroke recovery survivor (or their caregiver), you have some options to explore. Doing a […]