No one enjoys feeling stressed, but it’s important to remember that in short-term situations, stress can actually help you cope with potentially serious events. Your increased heart rate and readied muscles ensure that you’re able to act fast and efficiently. However, frequent or chronic stress can seriously affect your well-being, causing anxiety, depression, headaches, and …
Benefits of Gardening for Seniors
Spring is here! While Florida’s warm, sunny climate makes it relatively easy to garden throughout the year, there’s something about springtime that it makes very tempting to dig into the dirt, plant some seeds, and flex that green thumb. Many trees and plants in the area are currently sprouting new growth and boasting a greener, …
Healthy Snacks for Seniors
When hunger strikes between meals, it’s all too easy to grab a bag of chips or a handful of candy if they’re nearby. While convenient, salty and sugary snacks can lead to health problems if you indulge too frequently. To ensure that your food choices are benefiting your body, keep a variety of healthy snacks …
Understanding the Stages of Alzheimer’s
If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it can be hard to know how to move forward. Everything from life expectancy to disease management can seem uncertain. During this challenging time, it’s important to arm yourself with knowledge to better shape a care strategy for your loved one. A good place to …
How to Find Respite Care
If you’re a frequent flyer, you’re probably familiar with the pre-flight safety notice: In case of emergency, make sure to put your own oxygen mask on before assisting others. For caregivers, a similar policy applies. Taking care of ailing or aging loved ones can be a challenging full-time job, with round-the-clock requirements that can quickly …
Memory Games for Seniors with Dementia
It’s true what they say about all work and no play. Still, it’s possible to find games that do double-duty, offering both fun and cognitive benefits. For seniors with dementia, certain memory-oriented games can be much more than a fun way to spend an afternoon. Memory games for seniors with dementia have been shown to …
What Is Respite Care?
Caring for a loved one is an honor, but it isn’t always easy. The moments you share and the memories you make together can provide you comfort during the hard days. However, sometimes life throws you a curveball, or you simply need a break. If you’re facing a season of life where you’re unable to …
Caring for a Parent with Dementia
Joyce Rachelle, American author and nurse, wrote, “Dementia: Is it more painful to forget, or to be forgotten?” These poignant words describe the heartache of caring for a parent with dementia. It’s important to remember that this period doesn’t have to be defined by grief. If you learn how to better take care of your …
Alafia River State Park
We have some lovely neighbors at the Crossings at Riverview, including the city of Tampa, the Manatee Viewing Center, and Tampa Bay. Just twenty-five minutes to the southeast, we also have Alafia River State Park. Previously a phosphate mine, the reclaimed land of this beautiful park includes unique topography and hosts a variety of wildlife. Off-road …
Things to Do in Tampa
Tampa has a little something for everyone. It is the second largest city in Florida, has miles of gorgeous shoreline, and is home to the world’s longest continuous sidewalk and the world’s largest Spanish restaurant. Here, the excitement of a city merges with the slow pace of beach life, so it’s safe to say you won’t run out …
