With the US’ increasingly aging population, it is no surprise that dementia rates are rising as well. For those with loved ones affected by dementia, you may have trouble helping your senior loved one cope. The great news is that various helpful forms of therapy are rising in popularity, one being art therapy. You may…
Managing nutrition is essential, but you may run into some difficulties during mealtimes as a result of aging. If you have had consistent swallowing difficulties lately, there is a possibility that you might have dysphagia. This condition makes it more difficult for your body to move food or liquid from the mouth to the stomach;…
In your senior years, you should be having fun and enjoying the savings that you have made for your retirement. Most people’s bucket lists include travel and other activities. However, many people in their senior years as well as their loved ones tend to shy away from this, especially the older they get. The premise…
The kitchen can be your loved one’s favorite spot once they have retired from their regular work. It is a place that brings back memories of fun times with friends and family, as everyone gathers around to prepare homecooked meals for everyone. The interest to learn a new recipe grows too as they spend more…
There are many myths about alzheimer’s disease that people believe, and adhering to them can cause problems when trying to treat someone that has the condition. Below is a list of such myths and why they are erroneous. Alzheimer’s is inherited This is only partially true. While there are cases where genetics is responsible, recent…
Alzheimer’s Association research shows that within the United States at least 15 million people are caring for a loved one that has been diagnosed with either Alzheimer’s or dementia. However, doing so can take a significant toll on one’s personal health, finances and careers, which is why experts recommend joining a community that provides these…
To have a carefree lifestyle is to live a life that doesn’t involve any worries and responsibilities. You have probably built a treasure trove of memories of building a life for your family or just for yourself. Many longed for a carefree lifestyle with a helping hand, and many wouldn’t have it any other way…
When caregivers search for assisted living communities for their family or loved ones, many of them are unsure of what to look out for. More often than not, many people are placed in a totally unsuitable community and later have to be moved to another more suitable one, resulting in relocation stress. It is therefore…
Your retirement years should literally be filled with as much sunshine and happiness as possible. Especially for aging adults, exposure to sunlight has benefits to overall health. This is one of the reasons why you should consider retiring in one of the independent living retirement communities in Florida. The importance of sunlight should not be…
Books are a great way to escape reality and live a fantasy life as the characters depicted in the book you’re reading. After reading all the books set in texas, you may be looking for some book recommendations for your loved ones, here are five! The Art of Happiness It’s a book by Howard Cutler,…