Why is gratitude so important for healthy aging? The Power of Gratitude in Healthy Aging What comes to mind when you think about gratitude? Your family, your friends, your health? And what feelings arise when you truly pause to appreciate those things? Gratitude is more than just a fleeting emotion—it has real, measurable […]
ABC Answers Balance of Caring
How do I balance caring for a loved one while still caring for myself? For Celita, who cares for her sister Jeannette, this was not an easy question to answer. Thankfully, Celita does have support—Jeannette is one of ABC’s clients. Celita speaks warmly about her sister’s caregivers. “When she sees them, she smiles,” she […]
ABC Answers Asking for Help
Why Is It So Hard to Ask for Help as We Age? What Is Aging, Really? To me, aging is a privilege—one denied to many—and not something I’m willing to take for granted. And yet, as we age, we often wrestle with the very changes that come with it. Take the classic misplaced […]
ABC Answers Aging Safely in Place
What steps can I take to make sure my home is safer and easier to live in as I age? For most older adults, aging in place—staying in the comfort of home—is the goal. But as we grow older, our homes don’t always keep up with our changing needs. A few thoughtful adjustments can […]
ABC Answers Aging
How can I tell the difference between normal forgetfulness and signs of Dementia? “Losing your keys is one thing — forgetting what the keys are for is a different story.” — Clare P., ABC Nurse A little forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging and usually doesn’t get in the way of daily […]