Memory disorders result in a deteriorated ability of judgment, reasoning, and decision making. This causes difficulty in communicating, memory loss, and confusion which may interfere with the individual’s daily life and activities. The onset of memory disorders may either be sudden or it can take a few years before the symptoms appear. There are many…
Staying in touch with your adult children can be a difficult task. Now that technology has made communication easier, you can use a few video chat platforms to stay connected. But one crucial thing to keep in mind is that not all platforms are available in all countries. Here are some of the best video…
The key to staying healthy involves eating properly, getting enough sleep, staying social, and exercising regularly. As we age, staying healthy can become increasingly more difficult due to a lack of energy and mobility. However, safer alternatives include swimming and aquatic exercises which have the same benefits as exercises done on land while avoiding having…
As people get older, their risk for asthma increases. The body’s natural defenses against allergens, such as pollen, decrease as people age. Additionally, older people’s ability to breathe easily and rid themselves of excess mucus diminishes. This makes living with asthma challenging in old age, but it becomes complicated when you have to manage it…
If your loved one has dementia, it may sometimes be frustrating and emotionally draining to communicate with them either because they don’t make sense, come off as inappropriate or uncomfortable, or they may say things that simply upset you. However, it’s important to always be patient with them and know that it is a result…
