When humans grow older, it is natural to need more assistance or help especially with day to day activities. After all, many things become more difficult with physical and cognitive deterioration. However, these changes are not always apparent and your loved one may not realize that they need support in taking care of themselves. To…
How do you address hearing loss in seniors? It’s not always easy to know the right way to do it, but by staying informed about the many different ways you can deal with hearing loss, you can figure out what’s best for your specific situation. Learn about treatment options, types of hearing loss, and get tips…
If you have a loved one who has been diagnosed with dementia or other memory related disease, you’ll know how hard it can be on everyone involved. Too many times, people associate dementia with reduced all-around awareness. However, older adults with dementia, particularly in its early stages, have feelings, too! If talked down to or…
With the growing elderly population, there are more and more seniors living on their own without assistance. This may seem incredible to some people, but others aren’t quite so sure. After all, it cannot be easy to take care of yourself when you get older. With that in mind, many seniors choose to move into assisted…
There is a magical feeling that comes with being able to cultivate a beautiful garden. When we see the fruits of our labor, our hearts can’t help but swell with happiness and pride. Gardening is known to have impressive effects on the mind and body, and the benefits of gardening for seniors are even more…
When it comes to moving to assisted living, your loved one will need to be ready for assisted living physically, mentally, and emotionally to ensure that their move can be as successful as possible. The following list outlines several essential questions to ask yourself about your loved one’s needs and preferences to determine whether they…
Pets are wonderful companions; they are often our best friends and confidants. Pet owners will know firsthand how their relationship with their pets has enriched their lives in many ways. However, do you know that when it comes to benefits of pets for seniors, these benefits become even more evident? Pets bring many physical and…
Your health should always be a top priority, no matter how many responsibilities you have to juggle every day. Many wives and mothers in America put their own well-being on hold so they can be the first line of defense in the protection of the health and wellness of their family. Unfortunately, putting yourself last…
Compared to the past, American men and women are living longer and more robustly than ever before. And this often applies more to women than men. You can expect to hit 75 years of age if you are an average American male, while the average female can live till roughly 80 years old. It’s not…
Incontinence means being unable to control your bladder or bowels, which can be embarrassing and even frustrating at times. While this doesn’t happen overnight, it’s a problem that worsens over time, especially as you grow older. The good news is that there are many treatments available to help manage senior incontinence incidents and help seniors…