There are days when we are full of energy, and days when we feel exhausted and are not motivated to accomplish anything. While some weariness is inevitable as we age, it is often preventable. Tiredness can be related to diet, activity levels, and mood. To take charge...

We recently received a call for assistance regarding evaluating senior driving ability. Concern can center on age-related declines in vision, mobility and reaction time that can limit driving abilities. The research inspired this blog and gave us the opportunity to...

Dr. Marc Milstein, a faculty member at the California Health & Longevity Institute, recently spoke on Keeping the Aging Brain Young. Following are 8 key areas he suggests we address to preserve memory and prevent dementia: 1.  Sleep Untreated sleep apnea can lead...

When we think of social media, often young people come to mind. Surprisingly, the fastest-growing demographic for social media use is the over 65 population! Almost half of senior citizens are using some form of social media, and that number continues to grow. Social...

Spring is just around the corner. If you are looking for a good reason to spend more time outdoors, consider a hobby like gardening. It is a great activity in spring and summer that is fun, purposeful, and also provides health benefits. The benefits of gardening...

Valentine's Day, February 14th, is a day where we tell those we love how much they mean to us and we wish those we care about a Happy Valentine’s Day. The history of Valentine’s Day is a bit of a mystery. Also called St. Valentine’s Day, the holiday has origins in the...

Please be aware that information regarding vaccination is rapidly changing. For the most up-to-date information visit the websites at the bottom of the page.   Where are we at with vaccine distribution? Connecticut rolled out phase 1a of its COVID-19 vaccination...

Please enjoy this special blog, which is a short summary of the presentation given at the At Home In Darien Annual Meeting on December 10, 2020 by guest speaker Marie Allen.  Ms. Allen is the Executive Director of the Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging. For the...

Cold weather is here and, if you are a home owner, there a few things you need to do to protect your home: Protect your pipes.  This is priority number one when it comes to winterizing your home and the time to do it is well before outdoor temps dip below freezing...

Good information bears repeating. This blog from several years back has been updated and is a great reminder to get outside this fall and enjoy the fall foliage. It also provides helpful tips if you plan to rake leaves. If you need help with leaf raking this fall and...