For over 40 years, Friends Life Care has been a beacon of support and care for older adults.  Friends Life Care was founded on Quaker values and offers a comprehensive plan for aging in place. This includes professional care coordination, which can also be known as care management or wellness navigation. Friends Life Care is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping older adults age in place with independence, peace of mind, and dignity.

People who are already members of Friends Life Care have a plan in place for their later years.

For others, rea…

As we settle into the new year, it’s a great time to reflect on the resolutions we made last month. Whether you’re aiming to improve your health, spend more time with loved ones, or pick up a new hobby, it’s important to check in on your progress and make adjustments as needed.

Here’s a look at the top five most common New Year’s resolutions and some tips on how to stick with them or modify them to make them more achievable.
Top 5 Most Common New Year’s Resolutions
According to a survey from Statista, these are some of the most common New Year’s Resolutions that peop…

If you are already a Friends Life Care member, you have a plan in place for your retirement years.  For other older adults who may be thinking about and preparing for living independently at home as they age, there are many important things to consider.
Priorities Shift as We Get Older
As we journey through life, our needs and priorities evolve. The majority of older adults desire to age in place — remaining in the comfort and familiarity of their own home rather than moving to a facility.

According to a 2023 and 2024 U.S. News & World Report survey, 93% of U.S…

Something strange often happens as we age: our adult children start to act less like our children and more like our parents. Even though these adult children love their parents and just want to keep them safe, many seniors worry that they are “burdening” their adult children.

One of the best ways to avoid “burdening” your children is to give them all the information they need to help you through the aging process. Every situation is unique, but there are some topics that just about every parent should discuss with their adult children.

Although this article us…

As the days grow shorter, colder, and post-holiday letdown creeps in, many of us experience a dip in energy and mood. It’s not unusual to experience fatigue, sadness, difficulty concentrating, and a disruption in sleep during the winter.  But why does this happen?  This is the “winter blues,” a common response to reduced sunlight and cold weather.

The good news?  Winter blues are often easily managed with lifestyle adjustments.

For others, winter blues turns into a type of depression called seasonal affective disorder (SAD) if the sadness interferes with daily fu…