As we age, we might find that our minds tend to wander more. With so much going on both physically and mentally, it is easy to feel like a puppet on a string, living a life that no longer feels like it is truly and entirely our own. This feeling of being untethered in your…
Spending time outside is one of the best ways to improve mental and emotional well-being. In fact, studies show that children who spend their recess outdoors tend to do better in school. The same concept can be applied to older adults, who also benefit greatly from spending time outdoors. Venturing outside of your home can…
While most are familiar with the general symptoms and effects of Alzheimer’s Disease, few are well-versed enough to identify its onset. This is a grievous oversight because, like many diseases, the earlier the patient receives professional medical treatment, the less likely the disease is to progress into something fatal. Here are some of the early…
It is common knowledge that regular exercise is healthy for us. Typically, when one thinks about exercising, activities like jogging, dancing, and even weightlifting come to mind. However, as we age, we start to realize that such intensive exercises are gradually becoming less and less feasible, often time causing more harm than good as they…
The effectiveness of art therapy is a source of interest for many and in recent years, more and more studies are showing its positive impacts on the mental well-being of older adults. This is particularly true for those suffering from trauma, dementia, or Alzheimer’s disease. The benefits of art therapy for seniors have been extensively…
With age comes the inevitable reduction of mobility, particularly in those that suffer from stroke, arthritis, and the general degradation of collagen and muscle. When that happens, it can be quite disheartening, especially when one realizes that many of their favorite pass times are now becoming difficult to indulge in. However, the loss of mobility…
Arcadia is the city and county seat of DeSoto County, Florida, United States. The City of Arcadia is southeast of Tampa and is famous throughout Florida for its historic downtown antique district, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. This quaint city has humid summers and mild winters. There are a vast array…
Easter is a beloved Christian festival that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is widely celebrated around the globe by Christians every year. It is a sacred time of the year when families gather together and partake in traditional Easter activities to commemorate the significance of the festival. With that being said, here are…
Moving to retirement communities can be a daunting prospect due to the change in lifestyle and the stigmas associated with assisted living. Feelings of abandonment and not acclimatizing to the premises are just some of the concerns that seniors have when making the decision to join a retirement community. To allay your fears, let’s dispel…
When does your parent with dementia need respite care? Caregivers require a break from their responsibilities of taking care of seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. However, not all caregivers have a support system to help them achieve an adequate work-life balance. Options include having several hours of respite care weekly or finding other team…