Dementia is a perplexing disease that impairs communication, understanding, and memory. The perplexity arises not just from the illness itself, but also from how people see it. When your loved one in their senior years is diagnosed with dementia, one of the most important things family members can do is educate themselves on the disease.…
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that affects the nerves within the brain, resulting in impaired movement. A person with Parkinson’s disease may experience difficulties with moving while certain parts of the body can start shaking. The muscles around the body stiffen, causing an overall slower movement and reaction. On top of the physical symptoms that…
The prospect of being admitted to a retirement home is one that most of us do not want to think about at first. However, not everyone can provide full-time in-home care, and retirement homes or care homes may be the best alternative when someone needs high-quality care 24 hours a day. Giving yourself time to…
If you are wondering about whether it would be good for seniors should have an online presence, let us at Discovery Commons South Biscayne explain to you exactly why it is such a great idea! When seniors use social media, there are many benefits to be enjoyed. Here are some things that seniors can do…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in ten Americans have diabetes and about 90-95% of them have type 2 diabetes. These numbers are likely attributed to lifestyle factors that heighten the risk of developing type 2 diabetes with aging. They include decreased physical activity and consuming more sugars and saturated fats…
If a loved one of yours has been diagnosed with dementia, you would know just how lonely and tough it can be. It might be tough to find an activity for your loved one to do or to interact with them if they are withdrawing from the people around them. Encouraging activities in line with the Montessori Method is one approach to assisting a loved one with…
Even in healthy older individuals, physiological changes can lead to lower calorie requirements, which can lead to decreased food consumption and changed body composition. This can be exacerbated by changes in hormone levels that alter how soon you feel full, as well as a loss of smell and taste. Depression, a loss of freedom, and…
Leading an active lifestyle is crucial for older adults as it can reduce the risk of health conditions like heart disease, joint issues, diabetes, and some cancers. Staying physically active can maintain your loved ones’ fitness, in turn enhancing their overall health and quality of life. Here are some useful and simple home exercises for…
Dementia is defined as a decline in cognitive function—thinking, recalling, and reasoning—to the point where it interferes with a person’s everyday lives and activities. Some dementia patients lose control of their emotions, and their personalities shift. Here are some of the common signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia that are important to take note of. Loss…
People lose the capacity to perform the same things they could when they were younger as they get older. Cooking and cleaning, which were formerly part of a manageable daily routine, have become impossible to complete. Despite this, many older people opt to remain in their homes rather than relocate to a senior community. If…