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
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
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
Moving house can be overwhelming. Transitioning to assisted living as an older adult can be even harder. If you’re helping an elderly parent or relative move into a Boynton Beach assisted living community, there are lots of practical things you need to consider. Planning ahead can make the process go a lot more smoothly for … Read more
.Older people deserve to enjoy their retirement years. If your parent or elderly relative should no longer live alone, you’ll have to help them decide on their next move. Options include hiring an in-home caregiver. Going to a nursing home. Or moving into a Boynton Beach assisted living facility. Each of these solutions offers a … Read more
It is difficult to care for an aging parent. Chronic medical conditions can make it even harder. One of the conditions that require extra special care is diabetes. Whether mom or dad has been living with diabetes for years or they were recently diagnosed, you’ll need to help them manage their condition. This means keeping … Read more
It is well known that the foods we eat have a direct impact on our health. Still, the focus is often on physical health rather than mental function. Whether they live with you or in a Boynton Beach assisted living community, they may be able to stave off cognitive decline. However, international researchers have found … Read more
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