Blue Skies Blog

Watching our parents age is such a tender season of life. We want them safe. We want them to be independent. And sometimes those two goals feel like they’re pulling in opposite directions.

How Home Dialysis Can Work for Your Loved One When someone we love starts having kidney problems, it can feel scary. Dialysis might become part of their life, but it doesn’t always mean long hours in a clinic. Many people can safely do dialysis at home, and it offers real perks for both patients and families. Let’s break it down. Why Dialysis Matters Your kidneys do so much—they filter waste, balance fluids, and keep everything in your body running smoothly. When they start t

There are some really simple, everyday things we can do that make a big difference when it comes to heart health.

Doctors are starting to look much deeper and much earlier, long before symptoms show up.

February is Heart Health Awareness Month, and a perfect time to hit the reset button on your New Year’s resolution if it’s already slipped a little.

February is Heart Health Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to talk about our favorite muscle, the heart.

Whether your loved one is bouncing back from an illness, facing new challenges, or your child is learning everyday skills, Occupational Therapy can make a real difference.

Let me say this the same way I would say it to a friend over coffee: we don’t think about our bones nearly enough until something hurts or breaks.

Christmas in the Rockies is truly magical. Snow blankets the landscape while twinkling holiday lights and festive cheer fill the air.

The holidays have a special way of bringing families together. For many families, this is also the perfect moment to begin (or continue) those crucial conversations about the future with aging parents or loved ones.

Thoughtful gifts honor their journey, whether through practical comforts, creative activities, or keepsakes that spark nostalgia

I’ve had plenty of clients and family members squirm at the thought of talking about prostate, bladder, or even heart issues.

Caring for someone with dementia is one of the most loving, selfless things you can do, but it can also be completely draining.

Here’s a simple, practical list of my go-to picks—perfect for keeping your loved one’s skin happy this season.

If you’re thinking about aging in place, or helping a loved one do so, let me tell you from experience: having a comprehensive care plan makes all the difference.

Our skin tells the story of our life — from laugh lines to freckles and all!

As we age, our skin becomes thinner, more fragile, and slower to heal — making even a small scrape or bump something to pay attention to.

Bathrooms might be the smallest rooms in the house—but they can cause some big problems when it comes to slips, trips, and falls.

Crisp Air & Colorful Views in the Yampa Valley  Fall in Steamboat Springs is here, and it’s showing off in the best way—cool, refreshing mornings, golden leaves glowing in the sunshine, and yes, a little pumpkin spice in the air. 🍂 Before winter sneaks in, it’s the perfect time to soak up the season! Whether you’re cozying up inside or heading out to enjoy that crisp mountain air, here are some fun ways to stay active and make the most of fall. Autumn Art Stroll Join the fun

Non-Pharmacological Approaches for Seniors Seniors participate in gentle yoga. As nurses and caregivers, we know that pain isn’t just...