Is your mom or dad getting on in years? Could they use some help – possibly more than you can provide? Is it time to consider a care facility or retirement community? That would, of course, mean moving out of the home they have come to know and love. This is not going to be…
Camping in the wilderness surrounded by nature is a perfect way to bond and spend time with your senior friends during your golden years. Spending time in nature is said to benefit your social, physical, and mental health after retirement. Camping may seem daunting especially for older adults since your knees may have become weaker,…
It’s widely known that a healthy balanced diet can help lower the risks of various diseases, but the question remains whether it can actually influence the brain. Based on new studies, the answer appears to be yes as it could be possible in preventing the onset of cognitive problems like Alzheimer’s. Here’s what we found…
More than 62 percent of US customers now purchase online at least once a month, bypassing lengthy checkout lines and crowded parking lots. This is especially true for some seniors, who may find shopping online convenient. However, because they did not grow up with the internet, many seniors find online shopping scary. Scammers have observed…
Even though it can be common for older adults to lead a sedentary lifestyle, especially if they’re living with health complications, this should not be the case as inactiveness can pose a number of risks, such as poor mental health, a decline in motor skills, and many more. As such, we should always find opportunities…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number one injury among older adults is falling. This can be due to a number of reasons, such as poor eyesight, poor strength and balance, and other medical conditions. While falls can sometimes only cause minor injuries like cuts and bruises, they can also lead…
For the elderly, living well means being able to stay at home comfortably. However, physical challenges can make it difficult for you to get around as you age. To make it more convenient for you, you should opt to remodel your home with repairs that can assist you in your daily life. Here is a…
Do you have difficulties falling asleep at night? Generally, older adults get easily tired in the evening and have difficulty falling into a deep sleep. With changes in your lifestyle and sleeping patterns, insomnia and other sleep problems could potentially arise as you age. Sleep deprivation may result in health conditions such as cardiovascular disease,…
Many older adults choose to live in assisted living retirement communities post-retirement. Communities like these are interested in supporting the independence of their residents and providing them with a safe, peaceful environment to enjoy their retirement life. They also offer a variety of services and amenities that make life that much easier, freeing up time…
Eczema is commonly associated with children, although this is not always the case. It generally initially emerges in childhood, although it can strike anyone at any age. Around 50% of people with eczema have a mutation in a specific protein filaggrin, which causes changes in the skin and a reduction in barrier function. As we…