After the daily grind, planning a well-balanced meal can feel like a time-sucking chore. We get it. But since you can’t survive off-dry cereal and coffee, using MealEasy can help. Make food that’ll keep you healthy and strong, no matter your dietary needs. Select from six nutritious plans, like heart-healthy, diabetes-friendly, and vegetarian. MealEasy has [...]
Often when we receive environmental news, it’s to remind us that humanity will experience a major crisis if we don’t get our act together, ASAP. And for good reason. The oceans are warming, emissions are high, and we’re teetering on the perpetual edge of natural disasters. And while it’s totally necessary to listen to the [...]
What is Elder Abuse? Elder abuse is the physical, emotional and financial mistreatment of older adults. It’s estimated that up to 5 million people in the United States aged 60+ experience elder abuse annually. Commonly, abusers are family members, namely older children and spouses. But older adults can also face abuse from other caregivers, friends [...]
According to the Centers for Disease Control, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. It’s a progressive illness that worsens over time. It impacts emotional, physical, and mental functions, typically in older people aged 65 and over. In certain cases, it may appear before that (i.e., early onset). Researchers aren’t sure what causes [...]
What is Stress? Stress is normal – typically short-term – biological response to difficult, threatening, or unexpected events. When we’re stressed, our bodies release chemicals like adrenaline and cortisol, which allow us to respond to stressors quickly and effectively. These chemicals prepare our bodies to either fight or flee. For example, adrenaline: Increases heart rate [...]
As our loved one's age, their health and wellness need ultimately change. While this may be nerve-wracking and unfamiliar, we can support them in many ways. With their permission, we can assist seniors with establishing good habits to make aging enjoyable. Today, we’ll discuss 5 suggestions to improve the quality of life for seniors. Deal [...]
The nationwide medical debt is an estimated $81 to $140 billion. Financial limitations, lack of insurance, high deductibles, and visits to out-of-network providers have left 50% of the population in debt. Yet, many people never try to negotiate their medical bills. Don’t be one of them. By becoming a UCA member, you get access to [...]
What is Aging in Place? Current healthy aging policy defines aging in place (AIP) as the process of continuing to live independently (to some degree) in our communities throughout old age. It emphasizes the avoidance of nursing home facilities. AIP allows older adults to stay connected to loved ones, maintain autonomy, and avoid the high [...]
Not to brag, but self care is kind of a big deal around here. Just check out this. And this. And this! UCA believes that active self care is critical to a life well lived and should be accessible to everyone. Self care means making a conscious effort to support our own emotional, physical, and [...]
There are approximately 6 billion smartphone users, and 5 billion internet users worldwide. About 1.7 billion households worldwide have at least one television, and 50% have a personal computer. These numbers are projected to grow. We are living through the Digital Revolution, and an ever-evolving one, at that. Our jobs, social lives, and hobbies often [...]