Table of Content1 Save Money on Living Costs2 Stay Close to Family and Friends3 Continue to Enjoy Favorite Activities4 Reduce the Risk of Illnesses and Injuries Aging in place is a goal many seniors set for themselves after retirement. While there are other options for living arrangements, seniors enjoy a variety of benefits when they’re …
Table of Content1 Supplements2 Acupuncture & Herbal Treatment3 Art & Music Therapy4 Exercise Alzheimer’s is a type of dementia that causes difficulties with memorization, thinking, and behavior. Traditional treatment of the disease usually involves prescribed medications, but holistic doctors and practitioners offer some alternative treatments seniors with Alzheimer’s disease may benefit from. If your parent …
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Table of Content1 Macular Degeneration 2 Diabetic Retinopathy3 Cataracts 4 Glaucoma Aging causes seniors to experience many changes, including damage to the eyes. Some of these changes are a natural part of getting older, but others are more serious and may be preventable. Here’s a list of some of the most common age-related eye diseases, their warning …
Table of Content1 Make Your Loved One Feel Appreciated2 Encourage Your Parent to Set Goals3 Spend Time with Your Loved One4 Help Your Parent Stay Physically Healthy Many seniors don’t realize how important they are to their families and the other people in their lives, leading to a negative self-image. However, there are some simple …
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Table of Content1 Hypoxia (Low Oxygen Level)2 Medications3 Dehydration & Electrolyte Imbalances4 Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) Hallucinations and delusions are common issues among the elderly. While researchers have found memory-related conditions can trigger hallucinations and delusions, there are a handful of other causes that can sometimes go unnoticed. To ensure the health and safety of …
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Table of Content1 1. Pet Sitting2 2. Attending a Zumba Class3 3. Drawing4 4. Joining a Parkinson’s Therapy Group5 5. Gardening A big misconception is that a senior living with Parkinson’s disease is confined to a bed, chair, or couch without the ability to move around. The truth is that exercise and social interaction are …
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Table of Content1 1. Provides a Cardiovascular Workout2 2. Works Muscles & Then Relaxes Them3 3. Activates T Cells 4 4. Gets Rid of Stress Hormones Laughter can have an incredible impact on senior health, especially for older adults who laugh heartily and often. While everyone knows a good laugh can lift the spirits, few people …
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Table of Content1 1. Less Concern about Personal Hygiene 2 2. Tickets for Bad Driving3 3. Difficulty Cooking Recipes 4 4. Wavy Handwriting5 5. Difficulty Finding Words As seniors age, there are subtle signs they need help at home that adult children may miss. Since most adult children aren’t with their aging parents every day, they should …
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Table of Content1 Boost Cognitive Health2 Reduce the Risk of Isolation3 Provide a Sense of Purpose4 Stimulate the Brain Doing puzzles is a healthy brain activity that benefits the mind and spirit. Family caregivers can choose from a variety of puzzles, based on their aging loved one’s physical and emotional needs. Continue reading to learn …
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Strokes aren’t always fatal. In fact, according to the CDC, approximately 795,000 people in the United States have strokes annually. Roughly 87 percent of all strokes are the result of blood flow to the brain being restricted, which are known as ischemic strokes. Out of all people who have strokes, around 85 percent require extensive …
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