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…
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The brain is an energy-consuming organ, using up almost one-fifth of the body’s calories. Thus, our brain needs considerable fuel to stay focused during the day. The type of food that we consume can greatly affect the health and structure of our brains, whereby a diet consisting of brain-boosting foods can help aid short and…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Mature adults are more prone to sickness for a variety of reasons. Many systems in the body lose their ability to work properly as we age. If mature adults do not lead healthy lifestyles, the situation will get even worse. Let us at Discovery Commons South Biscayne explain to you about mature adults and illnesses.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Pneumonia is an infection that occurs in the lungs. It isn’t a condition that is unique to just the elderly, but they do have a higher chance of worrying complications and even death. This is because the older we get, the more likely our immune system will weaken. This is further exacerbated by any pre-existing…
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