Retirement doesn’t have to be boring for your senior loved one as there are several stimulating activities they can engage in to keep them active. A lack of stimulating and engaging activities for your elderly loved one can cause them to feel lonely and depressed. Even if your loved one has health concerns such as…
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Individuals living with dementia need to engage in suitable activities that allow them to feel connected and make the most of their cognitive skills. As the caregiver or loved one of someone with dementia, you may be looking for dementia-friendly activities you can do with them. We share with you our top recommendations in this…
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Caretaking can often be a strenuous, stressful and emotionally taxing task. There are also often many challenges that you might face in taking care of your aging parents. A study carried out by the AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving shows that more than 43 million American adults provided unpaid care, showing how prevalent…
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Sarasota is a city that is blessed with a wealth of pristine sands, clear and sparkling waters and sun. It is also famous and well-known for its extensive coastline. Sarasota county boasts multiple beaches, with each revealing its own natural beauty and personality. Read on to find out more about the best Sarasota, FL Beaches…
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As we grow older, it is only natural that our physical and mental health will be affected. Although we cannot escape these effects, we do have some control over how quickly our health declines. If you or someone close to you is over 65 and retired, it’s important to make healthier choices and reduce the…
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Who says retirement has to be boring when you can enjoy and participate in several fun activities that can help to stimulate your mind and body? You’ll get a chance to explore several nice places and activities when you retire in Solomons, MD. Solomons Island is known to be one of America’s happiest seaside towns,…
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Dental care can become increasingly challenging for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease as their condition progresses. They may forget how to brush their teeth or are uncooperative about doing so. When that’s the case, there are several best practices you can follow to encourage dental health as a caregiver or loved one. Read on for our…
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Due to a variety of reasons such as poor health or a loss of physical mobility, older adults may be more prone to loneliness and social isolation. As such, it is important to engage them in conversations to connect with them and make them feel valued and less lonely. As our loved ones age, we…
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Food has a direct relationship with our energy levels. This is because the body used food as fuel, and different sources of energy yield different levels of energy. Since your loved one cannot eat each and every item, it is important to recognize the food items that yield the highest levels of energy. You will…
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A third of Americans have a vision-impairing eye problem by the age of 65. Diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma are the four primary age-related eye illnesses that affect older adults. Knowing the signs and treatments for each of these disorders can help you safeguard your eyesight and the vision of an aging loved…
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