Your senior years bring challenges but as with all stages of life, there are also some accompanying joys. Yet, when we think about growing older, many people only think about the aches and pains or potential for loneliness. In this blog post, we’ll talk about some of the benefits that come with growing older. Whether … Read more
Hip fractures are very common among older people, especially women. Most people aren’t at risk of death if they break a bone but for elderly people, hip fractures can be life-threatening. This is because of the complications that often result. The risk of death is especially high for seniors who can’t walk on their own, … Read more
If you and your elderly mom or dad have agreed that assisted living is the next step, you now need to choose the best facility for them. Given all the available care options, it can be difficult to know which assisted living facility in Florida is the right one. In addition to factors like cost, … Read more
While anyone can become dehydrated, older people are more vulnerable for several reasons. Firstly, they go through a number of physiological changes as a natural result of aging. However, the situation is often complicated by illness and mental and physical challenges. Given the dangers associated with dehydration, you’ll need to do what you can to … Read more
As we get older, we tend to become more forgetful. Minor problems with memory can be normal and they are often due to age-related changes in both the structure of the brain and its functioning. If your parent is starting to forget where they left their keys or whether they paid the cable bill, you … Read more
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the number one cause of death for people in the United States. One of the risk factors is age since your heart muscle tends to get thicker or weaker as you get older. Around 70 percent of seniors between the ages of 60 … Read more
Living alone isn’t the same as being lonely but for the older adult, the two often go together. Almost a third of seniors in the U.S. now live alone. While the practice is common, it can also be dangerous. There are several reasons why elderly people are now less likely to share their home with … Read more
As individuals get older, their sleeping patterns tend to change. They go to bed earlier and wake up earlier or sleep less deeply. That’s a normal part of aging. However, if your elderly loved one is waking up tired or experiencing disturbed sleep, this is a cause for concern. Whether your parent or relative lives … Read more
If your spouse was recently diagnosed with dementia, things won’t be the same. Caring for an individual with dementia is always difficult but it can be even more challenging if the patient is your spouse. That being said, you shouldn’t despair. A dementia diagnosis doesn’t automatically mean that you and your spouse can no longer … Read more
Everyone feels anxious or nervous from time to time. This is normal especially if one is experiencing stress. Illness, new social situations, and dangerous events can all lead to anxiety. For example, being diagnosed with a chronic disease, moving into an assisted living community in Florida or experiencing a house fire could trigger some anxiety. … Read more
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