by UJAT Caregiver Network on April 19, 2019 at 9:16 am

I admit, I love people-watching. Not peeking around corners, creepy-stalking but waiting in line or hanging out and watching my fellow humans being themselves. In addition to the airport and Starbucks, observing people at the gym ranks high on the best people-watching places. It’s even more interesting because […]

by UJAT Caregiver Network on April 19, 2019 at 9:13 am

What improves your quality of life? What do you need to feel content and satisfied? Researchers asked retirees what was most important to their quality of life. There were four key answers: Having something to do; Having relationships; Having a stake in the future; Having a sense of continuity. Volunteering your time […]

by UJAT Caregiver Network on April 19, 2019 at 5:15 am

Journaling is a fast track to stress reduction Caring for an older adult is stressful and can easily wear you down. To help you keep going, stay positive, and protect your health, it’s essential to have plenty of good coping techniques at your fingertips. A quick, inexpensive, and effective way to reduce […]

by UJAT Caregiver Network on April 18, 2019 at 2:45 pm

International moving is not for sissies! It’s a jolt to every cell in your body. I know – I just did a reverse commute! Whilst many of my compatriots are finding their new retirement havens abroad, I recently moved back to the U.S. after living for 25 years in Merida, Mexico. (Why did I make […] The […]

by UJAT Caregiver Network on April 18, 2019 at 10:55 am

I am a firm believer in the adage that an “ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” when it comes to my health. That’s why I usually don’t wait for symptoms to tell me whether I need to do something to take better care of myself. Even when it isn’t always possible, such […] […]