Healthy aging is based on a combination of factors, many of which are well known. These include eating balanced, nutritious meals; engaging in lots of exercise, and getting adequate sleep. However, the importance of strong friendships, especially at a Boynton Beach assisted living community, is often overlooked. Research shows that friendships contribute significantly to health … Read more
Most older people want to age in place. However, sometimes the time comes when this is no longer practical and moving into an assisted living community in Florida is the best choice. Assisted living provides an opportunity for seniors to maintain some independence while getting help with personal care and minor medical needs. Despite the benefits, … Read more
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis changes things for both the affected person and their caregivers. Both parties are likely to get frustrated at times as the elderly person experiences memory loss, mood swings, agitation, and other challenges. Even though Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease, there are ways an in which you can make life easier for your … Read more
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
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
If you care for an elderly person or your parent recently moved into a Boynton Beach assisted living facility, you may be concerned about their physical health and wellbeing. However, you also need to think about their mental health and the possibility that they could develop a depression. Of course, you’ll need to encourage them … 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
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
It is often difficult to accept that a loved one is showing signs of dementia. When we are confronted by unpleasant or scary situations, it’s natural to go into denial. However, if a person’s memory and cognition is impaired, it can be dangerous for both you and them if you pretend that everything is okay. … Read more
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