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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Many studies have been done on the value of socializing in the context of improving the mental and emotional health of mature adults. So, what are you able to do if your loved one is in an assisted living community and you want to make sure that they are getting enough social interaction? We have…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Malnutrition for the elderly is an extremely worrying trend in the past few years. There are many reasons why this happens – inability to prepare healthy meals at home, decreased appetite, digestive issues, or just simply choosing the wrong types of produce. Regardless of the reason, maintaining a balanced diet and sufficient caloric intake is…
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It is hard to be the main caregiver of a loved one. In many situations, it may be difficult to prioritize your emotional and physical needs above those of your charge. However, this can lead to burnout which is detrimental to both the caregiver and their loved ones. One of the solutions that might help…
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