Aging adults no longer have to settle for nursing homes in their retirement years. In our current era, older adults now have many options to live independently. The selection of options includes senior living communities, age-restricted apartments, in-home care, assisted living facilities, and they are ever expanding. When it comes to senior living, most modern…
Dementia is a term used for disorders that affect one’s cognitive abilities and memory. It is commonly found in older adults, with estimates suggesting as many as 7% of those above 60 years have dementia. Those afflicted with dementia exhibit symptoms such as memory loss, a shift in personality, increased irritability, and depression. Dementia can…
Feeling the blues every so often is normal and just another part of life. However, you or your loved one might have depression if those feelings last for weeks or months. Depression is a mental disorder that affects your mood and mind. With social isolation and the decrease of outdoor activities, it is becoming an…
Exercising is an important part of our lives. It helps with all facets of life including keeping fit, preventing many diseases both physical and mental, and aging well. Entering retirement age does not have to mean that you will have to be bound to a rocking chair. These days, older adults, especially those who regularly…
Glaucoma is an eye disease that can cause you to lose your eyesight as you age. It is caused by the increasing pressure within the eye that destroys your optic nerves and distorts your vision. In serious cases, you might even go completely blind. Older adults are more prone to developing glaucoma due to weaker…
