Today's Transitions Caregiving

10/28/2025

Here’s your dose of wholesome for the week: This sweet couple at Village Crossing has been married 80 years! Plus, see what else is happening around the community with new options for home care, adult day health care, and more:

We’ve got our ear to the ground to bring you the word on the street. Here’s what’s going on around Louisville in the world of intentional later living. Good news for people needing rehab  We are fortunate that in Louisville, we have some options for care and rehab we can take confidence in. T...

10/21/2025

These days, you may be able to go home from the hospital on the same day you get your knee replaced. Dr. Arthur Malkani with UofL Health shares about the latest advancements making joint replacement better for patients and surgeons:

“Joint replacements have evolved significantly over the past two decades,” says Dr. Arthur Malkani, chief of adult reconstruction at UofL Health and a professor of orthopedics at University of Louisville School of Medicine.  Advances in surgical procedures, anesthesia, materials used to make th...

10/14/2025

Ever been in a salt cave? Since ancient times, salt has been used to promote health and healing. Today, you can find halotherapy (salt therapy) around Louisville and experience a natural way to address health issues such as breathing problems, allergies, joint and muscle aches, and skin conditions. Learn more:

For centuries, salt has been used to promote health and healing. In ancient Greece and China, people meditated in salt caves and used saltwater steam to ease respiratory complaints. Since the mid-20th century, people in Eastern European countries have visited salt caves to help treat asthma and alle...

10/09/2025

3D-printed assistive devices can make it easier to write, hold silverware, get around with a walker, and much more. Next time a small, everyday task feels like a big hurdle, learn how you might find a 3D-printed solution:

In the 1980s, The Jetsons cast a vision of a future where you could press a button and have anything you needed appear right before your eyes. Now, we are living in that future, and 3D printing makes it possible to do exactly that. Everything from shoes and keychains to NASA technology has been crea...

10/07/2025

You can get professional services such as physical therapy, personal fitness training, or massage without ever leaving your house! Check out some local options and explore what’s possible in the comfort of your own home: https://bit.ly/4nuxdCb

It isn’t at all uncommon for older adults and their caregivers to feel like all they do is leave the house for doctor visits and medical appointments. Not only can this be emotionally draining, it is also physically demanding for both parties. Fortunately, more businesses are recognizing the benef...

10/02/2025

How do you know whether snoring is something you should have checked out? Dr. Strait of Norton Healthcare Pulmonary Specialists advises that if after seven or more hours of sleep at night you find yourself nodding off frequently during the day, having headaches upon waking, or having difficulty concentrating, it would be smart to tell your health care provider about your symptoms.

Learn more:

While snoring is common, and perhaps more so among those individuals with allergies (which might be everyone living in the Ohio River Valley), it isn’t always funny or just annoying. Snoring can be a warning sign of a serious condition: sleep apnea.  There are three types of sleep apnea, but the ...

10/02/2025

If you or your loved one has become overwhelmed with managing finances, paying bills, or keeping track of financial documents, it might be time to get some help. Learn about what assistance is available:

If you or your loved one has become overwhelmed with managing finances, paying bills, or keeping track of financial documents, it might be time to get some help. What kind of assistance is available?  Sign up for online bill pay If paying bills on time or correctly is a problem, setting up the bill...

09/23/2025

Online scams against older adults have skyrocketed since COVID-19, according to the Kentucky Office of Senior Protection. While social security and identity theft scams are the most common, online romance scams led to the greatest financial loss for people over 65. Read these tips from a local cybersecurity expert to help you stay safe online: https://bit.ly/3IzL6Qp

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More and more older adults are online. More than half of Americans 65 and older regularly use the internet or email to shop, stay in touch with loved ones, or research a favorite subject, according to the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Unfortunately, that also opens olde...

09/18/2025

”From one caregiver to another, I am compelled to tell you that you cannot do this alone! Remember that you are human…right?” Read more inspiration from this experienced caregiver and advocate:

My journey into caregiving started at age 15 when I was diagnosed with third stage rhabdomyosarcoma. During my almost four years of treatment, I battled it out with cancer. My family, and especially my mother who was my primary caregiver, along with my church family, my pastor and his wife, all taug...

09/16/2025

Planning a vacation for someone with special needs can seem daunting, but it is possible! Read this advice from a travel agent who specializes in planning trips for those with special needs.

By Mary Ellen BiancoPlanning a vacation for someone with special needs can seem daunting, but it is possible to take a trip to refresh and relax with your loved one. Vicky Spencer-Rouse, specializes in organizing travel details for those with accessibility challenges. Eight years ago she started Spe...

09/12/2025

Our fall RESTORATION issue is here! 🍁 What needs restored in your life? In this issue, we meet some people who believe in the power of restoration.⁠
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Look at Bob Jennings, who restores cars that are both fantastic and impractical while inspiring people everywhere. 🚘 ⁠
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Or Gerry Masse, who preserves memories by lovingly applying art to furniture restoration. 🪑⁠
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Barb Brewster saw the decreasing population of Monarch butterflies and decided to do what she could to help restore the species. 🦋⁠
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Explore ways to restore your body through both wonderful technology 🩻 and ancient methods 🧘‍♀️, or discover restoration in a town that has held onto history. 🥃⁠
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This season, the possibilities are endless. ⁠
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Read the full magazine here: https://bit.ly/4n0q6Bf