No Laughing Matter?
As the memory coach at Cross Keys Village, I often sing the virtues of laughter when dealing with dementia. Laughter defuses tense situations and I have seen its benefits firsthand, even in my own family. My grandfather-in law, a vibrant and witty man, has a neuro-cognitive disorder and laughter still plays an important part in his life. One day recently he was in the kitchen, at a loss for the right word, looking for “the cookie eating device.” His wife turned around and said, “The cookie eating device is you!” He thought for a long minute, and then a thin smile appeared. Soon, they were both laughing, seizing this precious moment of joy as it presented itself. ... Read More
Start Thinking Now
Whether you are nearing retirement, or already enjoying your so-called golden years, it is not too early to become familiar with the options that will be available to you as you age further. Even if you do not anticipate needing what a senior living community has to offer, no one knows for sure what the future holds. By understanding what your options are, you will be better equipped to make an informed decision when – or if ever – the time is right. ... Read More
Reading the Subtitles
Foreign movies with subtitles are an acquired taste, but with maturity such movies become most enjoyable. The subtitles allow those with some degree of hearing loss to “catch” all the dialogue. In truth, some of us turn the subtitles on when watching films in English, especially British or Australian movies in which the actors speak with a strong accent. ... Read More
CCRC not a Conveyor Belt
Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) are a popular senior living option in our region. The Chambersburg to Lancaster corridor is rich with several such communities, offering to today’s retirees an active, healthy lifestyle and valuable answers to their financial and health-related “what-ifs.” ... Read More