Q: It is so hot out that I am having trouble sleeping at night. How can I stay cool? A: We have already had our first heat wave of the summer and chances are it will not be the last. It can be helpful to prepare throughout the day to maintain cool in your home [...]
Q: I realized that I have a hard time saying “no” to people. I feel like I am always bending backwards to help everyone else, and it is exhausting me! How can I learn to set better boundaries? Personal boundaries are the limits and rules that we set on our relationships. It sounds like you [...]
After months and months of pandemic public health restrictions, stay-home orders and phased reopenings, the governor lifted the restrictions June 15 and we should come much closer to “normal” soon. As I check in with my own feelings about this transition, the two words that comes to mind for me are anticipation and anxiety. I [...]
The COVID vaccines are working to reduce transmission, prevent death and serious illness, and help ensure we will not see a third surge of this virus in our community. It is truly amazing to see the numbers of positive tests and hospitalizations reduced so drastically. And most importantly, to see few, if any, new deaths [...]
Q: I recently did blood work and my doctor told me I was dehydrated. I thought I was drinking enough water. What does this mean and how can I stay hydrated? A: Staying hydrated is very important at any age, but especially for older adults. As we age the amount of water in our bodies [...]
Like many, I entered the role of caregiver without any preparation. My husband and I began caring for our elderly neighbors, Fred and Hildy. Over time we were dealing with a dizzying array of doctor visits, personal care needs, and physical and cognitive health issues without any of their family to lean on. I had [...]
Q: I feel like I am in constant pain, yet my doctor is not doing anything for it. What can I do to feel better? A: Many people believe that experiencing pain is a natural part of aging, but it does not have to go untreated. Studies show up to 4 out of every 5 [...]
