It is a known fact that as we get on in age, our memories don’t serve us as well as they used to. Those precious memories may one day fade away. That is why it is very important that in their aging years, they maintain any form of memory-related exercises or routine will help strengthen…
Mobility aids are very useful, especially for aging adults. They assist them with daily chores and activities. As they get on in years, our loved ones’ balance can become compromised, which can lead to potentially fatal slips and falls. At their age, their bones are not as strong as once were and will generally take…
Considered as one of the best therapeutic activities that aging adults can do, coloring therapy for your loved ones can evoke enjoyment and peace. This method of therapy is great as it helps your loved ones revisit a childhood pastime. This can also be considered as a hobby and has gained traction over the last…
Our eyesight will slowly deteriorate as we age. Glaucoma is one of the most common ailments and can potentially lead to loss of eyesight if you are not careful. It is caused by increasing pressure in your eye and can distort your vision and affects many of our loved ones as they continue to age.…
With the loss of memory, thinking ability, and reasoning, dementia is viewed as one of the most fearful medical conditions that anyone could develop. It can interfere with your everyday life and these changes can be hard to take. Many things can cause dementia. For a person, who has had all their mental faculties throughout…
Doing cardio can be tiring even for the fittest of adults, so imagine if your loved ones are doing it in their golden years. Cardio exercises are very important for all age groups and there are certain guidelines that we have to take note of especially for your loved ones. Regular cardio exercises for seniors…
What is the most dangerous place in a home for aging adults? The simple answer is the bathroom. It is slippery and wet, and most slips and falls among adults, aged 65 years and above, tend to be in or around the bathroom area. This is where our loved ones can be very vulnerable. To…
Dementia is a general term that refers to the decline in mental ability that is severe enough to interfere with one’s daily life. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is a specific disease whereas dementia is not. Learning about these two different terms and how they are different from each other…
Maintaining a healthy diet, staying socially engaged, and getting enough exercise are three of the most important factors that can help us maintain our physical and mental well-being. This is especially crucial for older adults who are experiencing a decline in their health as they age. If you are looking for suitable health and wellness…
According to the Bureau of Justice, more than 3 million older adults in America have their identity stolen each year. The number is excessive as predators often mark older adults as their preferred senior identity theft target. Older adults are often isolated from society and they tend to be more vulnerable and trusting. They may…