#healthy seniors

[genuinehomecarellc]

Creating meaningful connections is essential in home care in Lewiston, Maine. This approach goes beyond basic caregiving tasks to foster companionship, trust, and engagement, all of which contribute to a better quality of life for seniors. Home care teams emphasize creating a welcoming environment where seniors feel valued and cared for, building a foundation for strong, supportive relationships.

[heartbeathealthhomecare]

Proper hydration is vital for maintaining overall health, especially for seniors with diabetes. Dehydration can significantly impact blood sugar levels, making diabetes management more challenging. Seniors often face a reduced sense of thirst, increasing the risk of dehydration.

[kodasea]

Ring down below

[lemonbombsfjl]

VP Kamala Harris will create an economy of care! 🫶💙

I know from personal experience how much this issue matters to you all.

Please share so others know this welcome change is coming!

[koicrimes]

so, i work with my grandma right? and she's apart of the senior team of ladies who've been there no less than 25 years. when i tell you, i went in with one grandma and wound up getting adopted by like 3 more....

[antisocialxconstruct]

BEHOLD.... the newest dogs. Alongside Electropup (purple) who up til now was the only Amp'd I owned and also! The very first idog I ever bought :o I love the Amp'd colorways because they are just sooooo inescapably 2008

The blue one has a tiny bit of discoloring on the body but otherwise it's in really good shape, I didn't take a picture but its little paw pads are so clean and vibrant pink and that's usually the first thing to get scuffed on these guys. Also my very favorite detail... the little ear flare.

This one's really interesting to me because I don't see this colorway very often, so I'm honestly not sure how much of the off-whiteness is aging and how much is just... that's the color it is. But the interior of the plastic is roughly the same color so I think maybe it's just meant to be sort of an ivory white... and if that's not the original color, it still looks really nice with the gold floral.

Anyway, here's the absolute cacophony of all three of their motors running while they headbop at the same time.

[megpricephotography]

Barney in 2022

I still can’t believe we celebrated Barney’s 16th birthday, at the end of October this year. He’s quite frail & wobbly & definitely needs some physical help but for his age, Barney is still energetic & so bright & alert ... he’s a tough old lad, that’s for sure. Love him so much ❤

[wildflowercryptid]

the fact they didn't let chase transfer to ever after high along with courtly... forever bs, he would've fit in so well at eah.

[aropride]

my shirt that says "i don't have an eating disorder" has people asking a lot of questions already answered by my shirt

[genuinehomecarellc]

Ensuring that medication is taken on time can be a challenge, especially for those receiving home care in Lewiston, Maine. Consistent medication reminders play a crucial role in managing health effectively and avoiding complications. One practical tip is to use a pill organizer with compartments labeled for each day or dose. Setting alarms or reminders on smartphones can also be helpful. Furthermore, enlisting the support of a reliable home care provider can ensure that these reminders are not missed. For those in Lewiston, Maine, exploring various home care options can be the first step in enhancing medication adherence.

[healthyartsforseniors]

From left to right: Madura Siva (Ayurvedic Yoga Expert), Mariam Magsi (Program Lead, Healthy Arts for Seniors), Nadia Pirani (HAFS Participant), Tomée Tzatzanis (Scarborough Arts Support Team) and Zeni Shariff (HAFS Participant)

An Enlightening Virtual Session with Ayurvedic Yoga Practitioner Madura Siva for Healthy Arts for Seniors

As part of the Healthy Arts for Seniors program at Scarborough Arts, our participants were treated to an incredible virtual session led by the highly skilled and compassionate Ayurvedic Yoga practitioner, Madura Siva. Designed with seniors in mind, this two-hour workshop provided a holistic journey of gentle movement, self-care techniques, and mindful meditation. It was an experience that left all attendees feeling nurtured and revitalized.

Madura began the session by focusing on joint mobility and gentle stretches. Understanding the unique needs of older adults, she curated a series of movements that could be performed right from the comfort of a chair.

Participants explored gentle poses that promoted:

Flexibility: Simple stretches to release tension in the neck, shoulders, and back.

Mobility: Movements targeting hands, wrists, ankles, and knees to encourage better circulation and reduce stiffness.

Relaxation: Breathing techniques interwoven with stretches to calm the mind and body.

The emphasis on accessibility ensured that everyone could participate, regardless of their mobility or physical limitations. Madura’s approach fostered an inclusive environment where each person could listen to their body and move at their own pace.

The second hour transitioned into a session of self-soothing massage techniques and the application of Ayurvedic principles for cognitive, ocular, and neurological health. Using oils and lotions, participants learned to engage with specific pressure points to:

Enhance mental clarity and reduce stress.

Improve eye health through targeted massage techniques around the temples and forehead.

Support neurological health by stimulating key Ayurvedic points for relaxation and balance.

This part of the session allowed participants to connect with their bodies in a deeply personal and healing way. Madura’s guidance was gentle and precise, ensuring participants felt confident in trying these techniques at home.

The session was bookended by beautiful chants and meditation, creating a sense of peace and grounding. The opening chants set a serene tone, while the closing meditation left everyone with a sense of gratitude and mindfulness. The rhythmic quality of the chants seemed to uplift the spirit, while the meditative silence provided a moment for introspection and calm.

Many participants shared their appreciation for the session, noting how accessible and therapeutic it felt. One attendee commented, “The chair yoga was perfect for my needs. I felt like I could participate fully without straining myself.” Another noted, “Learning the massage techniques was empowering. I feel like I have tools to take care of myself better.”

For seniors, maintaining physical, emotional, and mental health is essential to a fulfilling life. Programs like Healthy Arts for Seniors provide a platform for older adults to engage in meaningful activities that promote well-being and community connection. Madura Siva’s session was a shining example of how accessible and thoughtful practices can have a profound impact.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Madura for her time and expertise, and to all the participants who joined us for this memorable experience. We look forward to continuing to explore the intersection of wellness, art, and community in future sessions.

To learn more about Madura's unique practice, or to book her for a session, head over to: https://advaitamovement.com

[bonafidehero]

my poor pup has been slowing down lately. We decided this year that we'd only take him in for his treatments when he seemed like he needed them (it was just a lot for us and him to go twice a week, he also got so many bruises and scabs from being poked all the time) and he's done well on this schedule so far, but he seemed like he needed one this week and it did give him some energy for a day or so, but his appetite still isn't fully back. He's had like one meal a day all week so far, and its a whole thing to get him to even eat that. He still hasn't eaten today, but I'm hopeful he will want to eat in a few hours, so far he's just been sleeping.

We decided we'd take him in again next week to see if that helps and if not, then ig this will be his new normal until it seems he's not happy. Despite it all, he still gets excited to go outside and on walks and he does like to eat our food and his treats lol we're also going to stock up on some meats so that we can have that when all else fails.

I'm grateful I've gotten two extra years with him, but I'm still holding out hope that we'll see his 15th birthday at the beginning of the year next year 😔 thats my secret little goal 🖤

[cuntwrap--supreme]

My dog has been having senior moments, such as randomly forgetting what she's doing or trying to walk into a street, and I've been calling her "Mr. President" when it happens.

Like, "No, Mr. President, we can't walk into oncoming traffic. That's how we get killed!"

[docileandlazy]

some of yall have very corrupted and sterilized senses of morality that have caused you to be unable to view any form of human interaction normally and it shows

[bandsanitizer]

okay shutting up now

[cookinguptales]

Hi! Just wanted to drop by and tell you that your Karabita fics are AMAZING they've brought me so much joy and comfort 🥺 as I'm sure you can tell since I probably spammed your notes endlessly with likes and reblogs and silly tags these past few days. But gosh, it was just SO GOOD you're an amazing writer and after so many hours of joy I just really had to let you know (again haha). Thank you sooo much for sharing your work!! It was simply lovely 😔💜

I've really enjoyed reading your tags!! I haven't really thought about karabita much in the past few years, so it was nice to kind of have a walk down memory lane. I found myself reading back through some of my old work as you were reblogging it, and it was really nostalgic.

I didn't actually realize how much karabita I wrote! I've just been going off my AO3 stats for years. But I had a tendency to put stuff on tumblr back then and I didn't always crosspost to AO3, apparently. Then again, there's also a lot of karabita that I put on AO3 and never put on tumblr. So it was wild to realize that, in addition to the 50+ karabita fics I posted to AO3, I apparently also had this whole mess of ficlets that were tumblr-only. I didn't remember writing most of them at all until I saw you reblogging them. lmao

Anyway... thank you very much! I'm really very genuinely glad you liked them. I didn't realize anyone was still reading those. I haven't seen most of s2 or any of s3 (I bounced off of s2 pretty hard) so I wasn't sure if that was still a ship that anyone cared about. It's nice to know people still care after all these years.

I also laughed a lot when I saw from your tags that my Osomatsu-san/Muppets crossover was the first Muppets fic you ever read, but I was glad you enjoyed it! I was even more well-known for Muppets than Osomatsu-san for a while there, which is why I assume someone asked for that. It really made me laugh when I realized that I'd accidentally reeled someone into Muppets from karabita; the two are just such wildly different fandoms. (Though... in other ways very similar...)

I'm not in karabita fandom anymore, but I'll admit that it was a really fun part of my life. I really enjoyed all of the unhinged stuff I wrote, and I really loved how collaborative the fandom was. I didn't remember until I saw your notes how many ficlets I wrote based on requests back then, or how much fanart was made of those fics.

Natsukashii... 🥺