Friendships are important for anyone of any age, but it can be challenging for older adults to make friends once they have retired. In a work setting, you get introduced to new people all the time and this can lead to new and unexpected friendships. If you are having trouble making friends in retirement, it…
Either a minor or major surgery requires recovery. Knowing the best tips for post-surgery recovery can contribute to your loved one healing faster, feeling less pain from his or her surgery, and allowing them to recover faster from their surgery. Symptoms of Post-Surgery After your loved one has surgery, they may have complained of soreness…
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…
Memory care is a unique type of senior living option that caters especially to individuals who are experiencing Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia and memory loss progression. Memory care communities are able to offer support and team members that specialize in mitigating the progression of memory loss symptoms and also for caring for…
While some seniors may worry about hair thinning and hair loss, losing hair is normal and nothing to be ashamed of. The body undergoes many changes as it ages and hair is no exception. As hair ages, its life cycle is shortened and hair strands become thinner. However, you can take active steps to protect…