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Senior Adults Adopt Youth
If your senior adult group is looking for something to do besides potlucks and socials, take a hint from the seniors at Bushnell Assembly of God in Bushnell, Florida. Check out this article to see how you too can impact lives for Jesus.
“Pianist plays for 72 years”
Rachel Nicholson, 83, found her ministry niche at First Assembly of God in Warren , Arkansas , early in life. Seventy-two years later, the ministry looks like a perfect fit.
When mom and dad can't care for themselves
Deciding the kind of care needed for an aging parent can be an emotional and financial burden for adult children with families of their own. But when that time comes and for whatever reason your loved one can no longer live independently, are nursing homes the best answer or are there other alternatives? “Today” contributor and consumer lawyer Alan Kopit has some advice…
Retirement time: The new prime of life?
By John W. Kennedy
As seen in Today’s Pentecostal Evangel magazine
When I was growing up I didn’t know a lot of “old” people, although I considered my parents, then in their 40s, fairly ancient. Three of my four grandparents died before my birth, and my only surviving grandmother died when I was 8. People in their 60s seemed positively antediluvian. The few grandparents of my friends and relatives still living didn’t hold jobs anymore. Some could barely move. For the rest of this article click here:
Simple Ways to make a Difference...
This article was reproduced from: aarp.org
A little help around the house can go a long way –especially for an older person who may be challenged by some aspects of daily living.
Safety Hints for Caregivers
This article was reproduced from: http://www.caregiving-solutions.com
In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, patients generally do not present safety problems. But because of the nature of the disease’s progression, those in the later stages of Alzheimer’s do present safety concerns.
Drug Safety Do’s and Don’ts
This article lists safety precautions regarding the use and storage of prescription medications. Take a look to be certain you are taking the necessary precautions with yours or your relatives’care products.
Flex the Brain with the Brawn
The New York Times recently featured an article on preventing Alzheimer's. The fascinating finding was that participation in mentally-demanding leisure activities late in life seems to provide protection against dementia.
Faith, Hope, Love, and Health
Unfortunately as medicine has made giant leaps, many in the medical profession have forgotten that ultimate healing comes from God and that faith, hope, love, and healing all go together.
Dealing with Death and Dying
Discussing death and dying is taboo in most circles. I think most of us are curious about dying and death, but we are inhibited in raising the subject in conversation with other people.
How Not to be Lonely
The only thing about creation God saw as not good was the fact that the man was alone. He then created woman and designed marriage and the family so that we would never have to be alone.
Creative Prayer can Change Your Life
Some people have a very narrow definition of prayer. For them, it is an exercise in one-way communication. They do all the talking; God does all listening.
She Knew How To Live…and How To Die!
At the age of 96, she had answered the final call. We knew without question that she was in the presence of the Lord.
Stuck in the Middle
The Stuck in the Middle Generation is one of life's most stressful, most difficult and challenging seasons of life.
A Season to Refocus
You've probably also seen and read the birthday cards directed to senior adults. "You're not old… you're classic!"
"If things improve with age, you must be getting pretty close to perfection!"
Amazing Seniors
Missouri weight lifter uses sport as evangelism tool
Former prisoner of War still a missionary at 85
Gratitude, love, faithfulness and even glee lace Gladys Knowles Finkenbinder’s words as she looks back on her 85 years on earth.
Making the Most of the Last Half of Life
Essential reading from Dr. Richard D. Dobbins
Heat Related Illness and Prevention
Warning signs and prevention strategies for heat exahaustion.
Caregivers: Adjusting to Long-Term Care
Helping a family member make the adjustment to a nursing home or other care facility can be one of the most difficult tasks any family can face.
10 Timely Tips for Caregivers
Important tips brought to you by Family Caregivers.
Time: Living in the Present
Learn why you should treasure every moment.
The World's Graying Population
Interesting facts on the future of senior adults.
Senior Adult Ministries: Alive and Well in the New Millennium!
Read about an astonishing increase in the number of churches that offer an active Senior Adult Ministry!
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