Aug 15, 2019
Everyone loves music! We sing along with it, dance to it, and often lose ourselves in it. Music makes even the most mundane activities entertaining. It can invoke a memory or induce a mood. However, did you know that music can also improve our health? Listening to...
Jul 15, 2019
A friend of mine recently shared a video with our tennis group from one of the morning news programs. She was impressed with an interview and her accompanying message read, “She is 85 years old and is in better shape than all of us put together. My knees hurt just...
Jun 14, 2019
Today, people are more digitally connected than ever and senior citizens are no exception. As we embrace technology, it is important to be aware of and protect oneself against internet fraud. Cybercriminals often target digitally connected senior citizens with email...
May 16, 2019
What is osteoporosis and why does it happen? Osteoporosis, a term meaning porous bones, is an illness that weakens bones. The disease, which is not a normal part of aging, can be serious. It can cause broken bones, pain, suffering, and life-altering loss of mobility....
Apr 12, 2019
Volunteers – Do you have some free time and would like to get involved in the community? Or do you need a little assistance around the home or doing errands? At Home In Darien is here to help. As part of the national aging in place movement to help seniors...
Mar 19, 2019
Excerpted with permission from Aginginplace.org which is a resource hub about the specific aspects of aging in place. Their unbiased, informative guides help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions about their homes, finances, health, activities of daily...
Feb 15, 2019
I’ve always been fond of art, and graduated from college with a degree in art history. While I have not worked in a related field, it has served me well, and it is something I truly love. I am always eager to visit New York City with all its wonderful galleries,...
Jan 15, 2019
By Michael M. Ego, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at the University of Connecticut, who teaches the graduate course, “Adaptation and Development in Adulthood”. Dr. Ego was At Home In Darien’s special guest speaker at our Annual Meeting on December...
Dec 12, 2018
An overwhelming majority of seniors – 89% nationwide and 88% right here in Darien – want to “age in place.” They want to stay in their homes rather than move to alternative retirement settings. There are many benefits to aging in place—most importantly, seniors...
Nov 15, 2018
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, it’s a good time to reflect on what is truly important in life. Gratitude helps us look on the bright side and reminds us of to be thankful. Practicing gratitude provides physical, psychological and social benefits....
