A Mother’s Love: Celebrating Mother’s Day with Gratitude and Joy
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate the incredible women who have played an essential role in our lives. Mothers are the foundation…
April is Earth Month
The Theme of 2023 Earth Day and Earth Month is “Invest in our Planet” by Dr. Marion Somers Earth Day was founded in 1970 as a day of education about…
National Spanish Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month happens every year from September 15 to October 15. This celebrates Hispanic people in both the US and Hispanic Countries. This holiday began as a weekly celebration…
Dehydration
By Dr. Marion Somers Dehydration awareness is basically practical and the symptoms maybe experienced by adults as well as children. They may include: feeling thirsty, dark yellow or strong smelling…
There are Angels Among Us
Dr. Marion Somers I am a gerontologist by profession and have worked with seniors, their families and caregivers my entire working career. I want to take this opportunity to illustrate…
National Honey Bee Day 2022
“If the bee disappeared off the globe, then man would only have four years of life left. No more bees, no more pollination, no more plants, no more animals, no…
Celebrate with PRIDE
Dr. Marion Somers The common symbols of pride include the rainbow flag and others, the lower case lambda, the pink triangle and the black triangle. The original gay pride flag…
Father’s Day
Dr. Marion Somers Father’s Day is celebrated annually on the third Sunday in June; in many countries around the world the celebration date maybe different. Father’s Day comes a few…
Summer Means Traveling, Seniors May Need Special Attention
Dr. Marion Somers As with all trips, planning is the bedrock and with lots of lists. I am a firm believer in checking off every conceivable scenario. Carefully plan your…
Grief, Loss and Change
The important aspect of grief, loss and change is to recognize what we are now starting to understand as the “new normal”. Grief, loss and change is the natural response…
Dehydration
by: Dr. Marion Somers 75% of our body mass and about 80% of our brain are made up of water. Dehydration can have a significant effect on our body and…
Water and its Importance
by: Dr. Marion Somers The importance of water has been emphasized throughout our lives as well as the potential negative effects of dehydration. The amount of water which appears to…
Valentine Day What Grandma Told Me About Romance
Dr. Marion Somers My Grandma was a practical, craggy, curmudgeon, but full of old fashioned wisdom. Her various thoughts, expressions and homilies have resonated within me. I will share with…
Chinese New Year
Dr. Marion Somers The Chinese New Year also known as the Lunar New Year is celebrated by over 2 billion people internationally by various Asian countries with differing traditions and…
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in the United States is celebrated the third Monday in January. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Baptist Minister who advocated non-violent means to end…
The Holidays Are Over – Now What?
Often during the holidays, there is such an abundance of busyness getting things done and a general atmosphere of high spirits and joy ( and some exhaustion ) seniors may…
New Year’s Resolutions
I find New Year resolutions exciting. I have always incorporated them when I am dealing with my seniors and we make a game out of it. My experience has been,…
Some Airline and Airport Travel Tips
During this holiday season when many of us are looking forward to being with family, friends or just getting away from it all here are some travel tips to be…
National Gratitude Month November
Dr. Marion Somers The concept of gratitude and appreciation has been around since the beginning of time. I have had as a daily practice, first meditating in the morning and…
Holiday Thoughts
Dr. Marion Somers When seniors visit either your home or office, they appreciate or may need special consideration. If someone has a hearing aid, sometimes it is kind to ask…
Suicide Prevention
Dr. Marion Somers September is Suicide Prevention Month. One of the strongest protections one can foster for ourselves and others is to be aware of warning signs of anyone who…
World Alzheimer’s Day September 21
World Alzheimer’s Day, September 21st of each year, is a day on which Alzheimer’s organizations around the world concentrate their efforts on raising awareness about Alzheimer’s and dementia. Alzheimer’s disease…
Alzheimer’s: A Helping Hand
Dr. Marion Somers Those who are afflicted with a form of Dementia or Alzheimer’s the staff and family need to use dignified, non-judgmental and respectful language, constantly demonstrating empathy through…
Blended Families
Dr. Marion Somers Blended families account for one-third of marriages in the United States. The category of blended families takes in husbands/wives with children; the other person having no children…
9/11/01 Anniversary
Dr. Marion Somers It is almost 20 years since the events of 9/11 and the Twin Towers fell in New York City. During this time, our country and the world…
National Preparedness Month Being Prepared Takes Preparation
Dr. Marion Somers September 2021 is National Preparedness Month. The basic concept is COLLECT, SHARE, AND PRACTICE information, to safe guard people, pets and property. In this climate of Covid-19,…
Fishing in Alaska
By Dr. Marion Somers From my earliest childhood, I have had a fishing rod in my hand and some freshly caught worms, then I cast my line into the East…
Monarch Butterflies are Nearly Extinct
by Dr. Marion Somers I read about the state of our planet and instead of getting overwhelmed by all that needs to be addressed, I am personally zeroing in on…
Tips to Navigate Through a Crisis
Tips to Navigate Through a Crisis – Preparation is Complex by Dr. Marion Somers, Ph.D No one is ever fully prepared for this crisis situation we are now experiencing. Yet…
Preventing Dangerous Falls
Preventing Dangerous Falls By Dr. Marion Somers Statistically one out of every three people falls. Among older adults falls are the leading cause of loss of energy and deaths states…
Dr. Marion Somers Elder Care A-Z©
Elder Care Made Easier 2 edition Dr. Marion Somers Elder Care A-Z© Caregiving can be an overwhelming challenge. You’re not alone. There are millions of others in your position. Make…
Your New Favorite Tool For Pain Relief As You Age
Original Post: https://diyactive.com/your-new-favorite-tool-for-pain-relief-as-you-age/ Pain Relief As You Age With ages typically comes more experience and appreciation of life’s simple pleasures. However, with age also typically comes more aches and pains.…