Our cultural and religious beliefs affect our entire lives, from how we’re raised to how we bring up our own children. It even affects the choices we make as we age. At VMT, we’re committe...
Winter can be a wonderful time of year, with celebrations and time with family. It can also be a time of severe winter weather. For older adults, it can be an especially dangerous time of the year. At...
Seniors can find themselves living with limited mobility for a number of reasons, from injury or illness to the effect of aging. Unfortunately, limited mobility can have serious impacts on the mental ...
Have you noticed that your senior loved one seems bored or a little down this winter? While many of us enjoy the cooler weather, especially if we live in areas where it snows occasionally, the cold ca...
Stress can strike any time of the year, and it takes a toll on our physical and mental health. This stress can be environmental – noisy neighbors, worry over bills – or it can be emotional and physiol...
A 2020 report from the National Poll on Healthy Aging found that loneliness increased in older adults during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the country in lockdown, it’s not sur...
If your senior loved one experiences a stroke, seconds count. The sooner they can receive treatment, the better their outcome. Let’s look at the signs of a stroke and how to recognize them so you can ...
As your senior loved ones age, it’s important to spend quality time with them. Quality time allows you to build memories and connections. It also helps your loved one enrich their life. More, some act...
For many Americans, the choice of what to do for an aging family member is simple: family cares for family. According to the AARP, that is true for over 53 million Americans who become the primary car...
Let’s face it: we could all use a little more outdoor time. Staying active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but can be challenging for seniors. At VMT Home Health Agency our in-home caregi...