As you get older, it can become increasingly more challenging to find the strength or energy to maintain your personal hygiene. Due to a lack of mobility, you may find it more difficult to get in and out of the bathtub, stand in the shower for long periods of time, or even get to the…
A bathroom for an aging parent can be a dangerous place. The walls may not have enough grab bars, and the floor may be wet and slippery. To make sure your aging parent is as safe as possible in the bathroom, in the retirement community, or even at home, read our bathroom safety for aging parents.…
Are you looking for a community to spend your retirement life in? Wondering if a retirement community is suitable for you? As you start planning for the future and wonder where would be an ideal place to hang around, or what hobbies you and your loved ones can engage in during your retirement life, consider…
Age comes with changing bodies and increasing risks of health concerns which may be a bummer. Studies from the American Psychological Association have purported that our self-esteem is bound to gradually dip once we hit the age of 60. This is due to the significant life changes that happen as we grow older, be it…
As we age, we are more susceptible to falls. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hard falls are the leading cause of injury and death for Americans aged 65 and above, usually stemming from poor strength and balance in older adults. You and your loved ones need to engage in balance and…
