It can be scary to know that your loved ones are increasingly susceptible to getting a stroke as they enter their golden years. A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is cut off, and this is usually caused by a blocked artery or by a blood vessel that has burst. Although genetics and…
Various family members may have a different set of beliefs about what their elderly parent’s care planning should look like. These different sets of beliefs can often be contradictory in nature and may result in conflicts between different family members. Such family conflicts can be uncomfortable and disconcerting, especially if your parent witnesses these conflicts.…
As the weather starts to warm up and everything comes into bloom, we can find our mood getting better. After months of being cooped up for winter, many families are looking forward to heading outdoors and spending time in the fresh air. Springtime activities such as taking a long walk, having a picnic, or spending…
The act of spinning clay synergizes your body and mind, encouraging you to relax and let go. Pottery is an activity that inspires thoughtfulness, and is one that lets you produce a tangible, beautiful object at the end of it. Pottery for seniors is a popular hobby, and here’s why. Provides a Creative Outlet The…
It takes a lot of planning and effort to get to retirement with a sensible strategy and enough funds. For the most part, it takes years of earning, saving, and budgeting. Even if you do everything perfectly, retirement planning is a marathon, and meeting your financial objectives might be difficult at times. Here are some…
What comes to mind when you think of living a healthy life in your golden years? Eating right and getting in regular exercise? While these two factors definitely contribute to leading a healthier lifestyle, it’s missing out on one of the most important aspects that play a big part in improving outcomes: a healthy social…
So, you have decided to take the plunge and retire in a few years. This is not an easy decision to make, and you will need to face some serious lifestyle changes and a shift in your daily routine. The sense of purpose that your work would have given you is gone but that just…
Retirement holds a different meaning today compared to just a decade ago. The idea of ‘resting’ after work has been substituted with activities driven by passion and purpose. For instance, many believe building a fulfilling career and raising children give life meaning in the years before retirement. If you’re considering retirement in Florida, you may…
Do you desire a longer lifespan? If yes, stifle your internal hunger and consume less food. Recent studies suggest that calorie-restricted diets may prolong life and halt the aging process. Thus, eating less can assist you in living a longer lifespan. Numerous research linking calorie-restricted diets to good aging have come to the conclusion that…
Do you know that Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of progressive dementia for many Americans? Affecting about 47 million people who live across the world, studies at the moment have shown that there is no cure or prevention for Alzheimer’s disease. Due to that, it’s no surprise that many people struggle to care for…