Do you find it hard to relax, even when you have time away from your care recipient? If so, you’re not alone. Learn how to switch from “caregiver” mode to “me” mode so that you can fully benefit from valuable respite time. Read the full article at: www.agingcare.com
Why develop an exercise habit now? Because 75-year-olds who've been doing it for decades may have the cardiovascular systems of people in their 40s and the muscles of 20-somethings, researchers found. Read the full article at: www.npr.org
Memorial Day weekend is almost upon us, so we researched some of the best events and outings the whole family can get out and enjoy this summer.
The month of May is National Military Appreciation Month; and, to kick things off, Army Distaff Foundation and Homes For Our Troops cohosted the first annual 2018 Camaraderie Classic Golf Tournament on April 30 at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, VA. Lifematters was proud to be a sponsor of this event as proceeds provide [...]
By Guest Poster Kay Bransford I was the primary adult family caregiver to my parents for over five years. It’s easy to recognize all the things I could have done better in hindsight, but I sure tried to do the best that I could with the information I had when decisions needed to made. [...]