There are plenty of reasons to consider owning a pool. Whether it be having a place to spend quality time with family, finding a convenient way to exercise at home, or making your home the neighborhood entertainment destination, pools have a lot to offer, One of the main benefits to owning a pool is the […]
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Ways That Owning a Pool Can Help You Conquer Stress, Part 1
Do you struggle to cope with stress in your life? Whether it’s an overloaded work schedule, a complicated social life, or the demands of caring for a family, battling stress is a part of practically everyone’s regular routine. When you allow your stress to get out of control, it can actually end up compromising your […]
Reasons to Seek Home Care Help for an Elderly Loved One, Part 2
Sometimes the people we love who are getting along in years could use some assistance from a professional home care service provider. There are a variety of different reasons to consider hiring such a service for your elderly family member. In our first article in this series, we considered how a loss of independence, difficulty […]
Reasons to Seek Home Care Help for an Elderly Loved One, Part 1
Advanced age can often begin to take a toll on a person’s emotional, physical, and mental state. If your parent, spouse, or a family member is starting to experience certain changes in one or more of these areas, it may be time to consider enlisting a professional home care provider. Assistance from a well trained […]
Coping with Caregiver Burnout, Part 2
Caregiver burnout is extremely common in those caring for a loved one who has dementia. If you can identify with different symptoms such as frustration, worry, fear, hopelessness, or sleeplessness, it’s vital to take action. Though your life has become wrapped up in caring for the patient, taking time to make sure your own physical […]
Coping with Caregiver Burnout, Part 1
Previously, we mentioned some of the signs of burnout commonly seen in those caring for dementia patients. A short recap of this list would include frustration, denial, worry, fear, hopelessness, social withdrawal, sleeplessness, fatigue, negativity, and health problems. If you or a caregiver you know can relate to several of the symptoms on this list, […]
Home Care Offers Key Benefits for Seniors – Part 2
In our last article, we took a look at some of the main reasons why families decide to choose home care instead of a residential care facility when it comes time for an elderly loved one to have some extra assistance. This article will include even more advantages which in-home care has to offer. Home […]
Home Care Offers Key Benefits for Seniors – Part 1
If someone close to you is aging and could use some assistance, trying to decide on the right care option may seem like a daunting task. Though friends and family members may do what they can to help out, sometimes extra care is necessary to make sure your loved one is getting their needs met. […]
How to Sculpt Your Summer Body Using a Pool Noodle, Part 2
Pool noodles can be your secret weapon when it comes to getting fit in the pool. In our first article in this series, we looked at how pool noodle lunges, half-planks, and pushes can help you get back in shape. In this article, we’ll add even more moves you’ll want to use in your aquatic […]
How to Sculpt Your Summer Body Using a Pool Noodle, Part 1
If you’re like many other pool owners, chances are you can tend to get a little bit out of shape from the time you close your pool for the winter to the time you open it back up again. If you’re feeling like you could use some quick toning exercises to get your body back […]