On Veterans Day, we remember not only the heroism of our senior veterans but also of the unique challenges they still face, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is often overlooked, making it a silent struggle for many senior veterans. Furthermore, PTSD can continue to affect vets’ daily lives as they age, impacting their Read More
Wondering what a home care agency does, and why you might need one? We’re here to answer your questions. Following are answers to some of the most common questions we receive—and we’re always ready to answer more! What types of home care services does Windward Life Care provide? Windward Life Care offers a comprehensive range Read More
Staying active is crucial for everyone, especially as we age. For people of all abilities and ages, regular physical activity can: Sounds amazing, doesn’t it? At Windward Life Care, our dedicated team of in-home caregivers and care managers are committed to helping older and disabled adults achieve the recommended levels of physical activity and exercise Read More
May is a special month for us, because it includes two recognition dates that reflect and inspire our work. It’s Older Americans Month, a time to recognize older Americans’ contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm commitments to serving the older adults in our communities. May is also Aging Life Care™ Month, a celebration of the Read More
As tax season approaches, it’s not just the paperwork that older adults need to worry about. Cyber scammers are ramping up their efforts to prey on seniors, often impersonating government representatives to swindle the unsuspecting. In this digital age, it’s crucial for seniors and their loved ones to safeguard their financial well-being and personal information. Read More
If you’ve already enrolled in your Medicare coverage for next year, you get a gold star! Every year, there are many factors to consider before you make your choices. Of course, your health and medication needs are a biggie. But you also need to consider things like whether you plan to travel outside the U.S. Read More
Along with the surge in aging baby boomers comes a growing number of adults who, for various reasons, don't have a spouse, children, or other close family members to rely on as they age. Read More
Our last blog post was about choosing the right type of care management for your needs. This is proving to be a popular topic because more and more caregiving agencies are offering what they call “free” care management. Potential clients ask us why they can get free care management from another agency while Windward bills Read More
When it comes to our health and well-being, we all want the best possible care. That may be especially true when it comes to finding care for our elderly loved ones or adults who are living with a disability. Their life circumstances may make them more vulnerable to organizations or people who do not have Read More
We’re seeing the word neurodiversity being used more and more these days. It’s a reminder that when it comes to human brains, differences should be thought of as natural variations. “There’s a growing push to focus on our brain differences, not deficits,” explains an article in WebMD. “This wider view of ‘normal’ is a big part of something Read More