Covington owes its history to the humble bovine. The town was first laid out in a pattern that had many free parking areas known as ox lots. This was where people visited to trade goods from Covington to New Orleans. Now, the town has grown to over 10,000 people and it pays homage to its…
Start preparing for hurricane season today. You can find out your personal hurricane risk, check if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, and update your insurance policies. Make a list of items for hurricane emergency supplies and think about how you can prepare your home for the upcoming hurricane season. This is especially important…
It is summer at last! And there is nothing better to celebrate this beautiful season than having a barbecue. It is only expected that you will want to throw an exciting barbecue for the whole family. As you start planning for a barbecue that includes older people, there are some things you have to take…
Modern medicine is a great source of treatment for many different health conditions, but there are other ways to supplement this resource by using non-medical therapies that work to improve memory or even prevent memory loss in older adults. On top of medication, you can try these therapies to help your loved one. If you…
Many Americans who are over the age of 65 currently live in assisted living communities. Even though this is a common option for older adults, this choice will not be easy for everyone. Looking for the right housing arrangement for your loved ones who can no longer live alone can be an emotional process. If you are…
Traveling with seniors who have dementia such as Alzheimer’s can be daunting. You might worry about how you will manage the outing. Or you might wonder what are the best places to go and when is the right time of day for an outing. There is a lot of planning involved to make sure an…
The city of Mandeville is the gateway to the North Shore. The residents living here enjoy a lifestyle that is greatly different from New Orleans. They can bask in the warm sun and enjoy the waterfront. This historic paradise is popular for its beautiful canopies of magnolias, live oaks, and towering pines. As residents enjoy…
Do your loved ones have problems sleeping? Do they often wake up in the middle of the night and find themselves not being able to go back to sleep? Having trouble falling asleep could be an underlying symptom of health conditions such as diabetes, depression, or spiked blood pressure. However, many elderlies see a drastic…
People approaching retirement don’t necessary want to slow down the pace. The cost of living, climate and access to recreational facilities are key factors in choosing a place to retire. New Orleans has become a popular destination for retirement due to many reasons. In New Orleans, the cost of living is low, and the place is…