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Thursday, December 30, 2021

Aging, Alzheimer’s and dementia: What you need to know

Age is nothing but a number, but with it comes changes. These changes aren’t only to our bodies, but to our minds. And just as age effects everyone’s. body differently, the same is true of our minds. Since the effects of age are less visible and more gradual, it can sometimes be hard to recognize those effects and what to do about them.

Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Keep on Exercising to Prevent Falls: The Benefits of Increased Physical Activity For Senior Health

An active lifestyle has so many benefits for seniors and there's very little downside. Get started with a regular exercise program today! Your future self will thank you.

Monday, April 5, 2021

The Best Advice on Dental Health for Seniors

Are you taking good care of your pearly whites? While important at all of life’s stages, dental health can be particularly invaluable to seniors. Read on for vital information on why dental care goes far beyond a fabulous smile, and how to ensure seniors enjoy optimal oral health.

Monday, April 5, 2021

Top 4 Tips for Preventing Foggy Glasses

As anyone who has been following the mask-wearing guidelines during the Covid-19 pandemic and who uses eyewear will know, without miniature windshield wipers you may run into the common foggy glasses problem.But don’t worry, we have a few easy tips here to help you see clearly.

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Advocating for your Own Health

As mature adults, we know that maintaining a healthy lifestyle and getting a yearly physical can help us avoid a wide range of physical issues. But when we need care, how do we advocate for our own health? Here are four steps that should be taken right now to help navigate the unexpected.

Monday, April 5, 2021

How To Cope With Caregiver Stress During Holidays

Caregivers and holidays may not seem to naturally fit together. After all, your senior loved one relies on you. How can you take a break when they need you? It’s natural to feel a bit guilty if you try to take time for yourself, but it is critical for your own health and wellbeing. If you aren’t taking time to recharge, you may burn through your reserves and experience caregiver burnout. Caregiver stress is real and we’re here to help.

Monday, April 19, 2021

Avoiding the pitfalls of caregiving burnout

Caring for a loved one can be very rewarding but be under no illusion, it’s also really stressful. Moreover, caregiving responsibilities very often turn into a long-term commitment and the emotional impact this has can have a snowball effect over time. If left unchecked the stress of being a caregiver will take its toll on your health, your relationships, and your state of mind—eventually leading to burnout. When you reach that point, both you and the person you’re looking after will suffer.

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Employers’ Role In Senior Care: Conquering The Senior Care Problem

Consider the potential working hours sacrificed to caregiving duties. We’re all living longer thanks to medical advances, better diets, and healthier lifestyles. Due to ever-diminishing public service budgets and the consolidation and/or closing of many community care services, senior caregiving responsibility is increasingly falling on the shoulders of younger, working family members. Employers can help.

Monday, April 5, 2021

How to live to be 100 +

Do you want to learn how to live to be 100 years old? Check out this video by Dan Buettner to learn more!

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

How a Life Settlement Can Weigh Into a Smooth-As-Silk Senior Downsize

Finding the perfect place for your golden years, financing the transition, and then planning the actual move itself can all be pretty stressful. There is a movement toward seniors being able to use their life settlements to pay for long-term expenses. It can make the difference between being able to afford the long-term care you require and trying to manage without.

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Digital healthcare services - the enabler for aging in place

For many seniors, one of their biggest fears is having to give up their home. It’s not difficult to understand why. These homes have sentimental attachments; it’s where they’ve raised their families, possibly with a now-departed spouse. Reminiscing on bygone years helps them stay positive. However, holding onto these happy memories can sometimes cloud their better judgment. It may prevent them from downsizing to more suitable property or moving into sheltered accommodation to improve their quality of life. Digital healthcare services may be the answer.

Saturday, July 10, 2021

4 ways to care for the caregiver

For most, being a “caregiver” isn’t a job description, it is a calling in life. It is a privilege, but also a challenge. What that means, though, is that they have many things occupying both their brain and their time as they navigate the responsibility. We like to think about things in terms of an emotional bank account. As caregivers, they are constantly making withdrawals, but it can be hard to make a deposit. The risk is becoming overdrawn without finding ways to replenish their bank accounts.

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Saying "I Do" After 50

Getting married is a special time in your life. It's when you and your partner vow to love one another unconditionally. But marriage over the age of 50 comes with certain tasks to complete and can pose challenges. Thriving.ai discusses how to overcome those.

Sunday, July 3, 2022

How to Manage and Face Down Worries in Retirement

In an ideal world, your senior years should be a time to relax and put your feet up. Sadly, this isn’t always the case. In fact, many seniors find themselves plagued by a multitude of fears as they enter this new phase in life. Thankfully, Thriving.ai shares some steps you can take to address these common concerns.

Monday, May 15, 2023

Mental Health Awareness Week

It's Mental Health Awareness Week with the theme being Anxiety. One in four people every year suffers from mental health, but over 50% of these people will never talk to their peers, or a medical professional about the way they feel.

Thursday, April 15, 2021

Budget-Friendly Ways to Prepare When a Senior Loved One Moves In

It’s common for family caregivers to live with their senior loved ones. In addition to making the caregiving process more convenient, this is a great chance to bond with your loved one and get to know them better. Thriving explains some essential ways you can affordably prepare your home for a senior loved one.

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Battling Social Isolation and Loneliness Among Seniors

Loneliness does affect anyone, of any age, but older adults are at increased risk of loneliness and social isolation. Aging brings many changes that can contribute to a more solitary life. In this blog post we share how to recognize if someone is lonely and isolated and what you can do to help.

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Practical Ways to Help Your Parent Deal with the Loss of a Spouse

Losing a parent is a brutal personal loss, but it’s also especially challenging for your surviving parent who has lost their spouse. Often in these circumstances responsibility falls on you to help your parent manage. It can be a difficult balancing act to manage the practical details on your parent’s behalf while trying to sort through your own emotions and the demands of your own life. Knowing what to expect can help you focus on all the tasks that need to be done in the wake of tragedy, rather than becoming paralyzed by the seemingly monumental challenge at hand.

Wednesday, July 7, 2021

What to Expect When Working With a Senior Moving Company

More than half of all moves are for people over 50 years old. Moving can be a stressful process for anyone, but it can be downright overwhelming for older adults. Finding a senior moving company that specializes in assisting older adults with their moving needs can help make this transition go more smoothly

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Networking for Seniors: How to Build and Maintain Successful Relationships

Networking is an essential part of career development, no matter your age or industry. This is particularly true for seniors, as it can help make a successful transition into retirement or a new line of business. So whether you’re looking to start a business, nonprofit, or find a volunteer opportunity, networking will be the way to go! Here, Thriving.ai shares essential tips to make the most of your networking efforts.

Tuesday, September 21, 2021

9 out of 20 fastest growing jobs are in healthcare

Nine out of top twenty fastest growing jobs from 2020 to 2030 will be in healthcare or related fields. Reasons for this lie in the aging population and rise in chronic illnesses. Predictions are that this will directly affect the creation of more than 1 million home health and personal care aide jobs.

Friday, January 28, 2022

Hiring the Right Moving Services for a Low-Stress Relocation

No matter what stage you are at in your life’s journey, there’s no avoiding the reality that moving from one home to the next can be tiring, stressful, and take a lot of time. For seniors, relocation involves all that and more, since switching homes as an older adult can sometimes be more difficult, even potentially traumatizing.

Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Are YOU a caregiver?

November is recognized as National Family Caregivers Month – a month to recognize and celebrate the contributions of family caregivers who unselfishly help their loved ones and add to the experience of people they care for.

Monday, April 5, 2021

Navigating the Ins and Outs of Senior Housing Choices

Now more than ever, seniors can enjoy an independent lifestyle tailored to their needs. There are some excellent choices available, but deciding between them can be confusing. Read on for information to help you navigate the ins and outs of different arrangements, as well as how to pay for them.

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Saturday, February 19, 2022

Downsizing Seniors: What to Do with Your Home

One of the biggest decisions you have to make is what to do with your current home. The three main options are selling, renting it out, or keeping it in the family. Each has pros and cons, and your specific situation determines which is the best option.

Thursday, March 17, 2022

Thriving.ai on KPMG’s Future of Health Seminar

Our Founder and CEO Shainoor Khoja was one of the presenters on the Future of Health seminar organized by KPMG Lower Gulf. A panel of seasoned experts discussed emerging trends and outlook for the UAE and GCC.

Friday, January 20, 2023

Healthy Ageing Diet

Our bodies can become less tolerant of certain foods as we age which is why it is important that we eat the right foods. There are some beneficial lifestyle changes you can make when it comes to your diet to help decrease the risk of illness and help you to stay healthy. So which foods should you avoid and which foods should you eat?

Tuesday, June 8, 2021

5 Caregiving tips for caring for elderly loved ones from afar

Over the course of a generation, family circles have become increasingly dispersed, with loved ones living in different counties, different states, and different countries. But what should happen if you suddenly find yourself needing to become a caregiver for a family member? Here are 5 caregiving tips.

Monday, December 19, 2022

One In Three People Leave Their Job To Become A Caregiver

Recent stats show that one in three people leave their job to become a full-time carer for their loved ones.

Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Top 10 tips for how caregivers can get a good night sleep

Research has shown that sleep quality is severely lacking for those in the caregiving community who care for others. Learn the best tips for how caregivers can get a good night's sleep.

Thursday, March 2, 2023

Set Up A Financial Plan For Retirement That Doesn't Rely On Government Programs

Retirement and healthcare can be expensive, especially in the United States. While Social Security and Medicare are available to many seniors, these government programs are not always sufficient in covering all of a person's retirement and healthcare needs. Fortunately, there are other options for creating a retirement and healthcare plan that isn't dependent on Social Security or Medicare. Here are some tips on how to do just that, shared by Thriving.ai.

Monday, April 5, 2021

Isolation and loneliness – the ignored epidemics ravaging the lives of older adults

The different technologies needed to facilitate digitized healthcare must be accessible and available to all, especially to those isolated and lonely older adults who need them the most.

Thursday, May 6, 2021

Precautions seniors can take to avoid falling victim to online scams

The pandemic has encouraged the older generation to embrace virtual services and the benefits they offer during these uncertain times. Seniors who had never used a computer, smartphone or tablet before the outbreak are now practically tech experts. However, they’re potentially the most at risk to online scams. Virtual living can be particularly daunting for seniors because many are simply unaware of the security aspect associated with digital services and the precautions you need to take to protect personal and financial data, making them easy targets for scammers.

Friday, May 14, 2021

Funding Support for Health of America’s Senior Citizens

Throughout the pandemic, many elderly folks have been left in near-total isolation in the retirement communities with very little contact with family or friends. Alternatively, family caregivers have been shouldering the work of trying to manage to juggle care for seniors at home while still trying to work to survive the economic upheaval that the pandemic has presented. The Biden-Harris administration has recently announced a plan to help ease the various troubles this issue has presented.

Monday, April 5, 2021

Top 5 socially distanced activities to do for your elder loved one this Valentine's Day

Valentine’s day is right around the corner, and during Covid-19 lockdowns, your elder loved one may be especially lonely this year. If you’re looking for some ideas of socially-distanced things to do for your senior, check out our top 5 socially distanced activities.

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

The importance of maintaining muscle health

We all lose muscle mass as we age, but some of us lose it more quickly because of a serious condition called sarcopenia. To learn more watch this video.

Thursday, March 17, 2022

Collaboration with the GOALD Project

We kicked off collaboration with GOALD project

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Yoga - Great For All Ages

Yoga has many benefits for people of all ages. Yoga can help improve not only your physical health but also your mental health and your overall well-being!

Monday, April 3, 2023

Share Your Feedback And Get Free App Use for a Year!

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Tackling home modifications for seniors aging in place

“Aging in place” is a simple concept: living out your later years in your home without any assistance, but also without sacrificing any quality of life. Here’s some advice on how to tackle home improvement with accessibility modifications, how to find a great contractor, and how to stencil out the benefits of aging in place while remaining independent and safe.

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Saying "I Do" After 50

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