Everyday tasks might become too tough for older adults suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia. But, like the rest of us, they want to feel able. That is why failure-free activities for individuals with dementia are so crucial as it encourages them. Being joyfully engaged in a pleasurable pastime alleviates rage, despair, anxiety, and tension. Read…
Making a huge life change can be difficult. There are numerous considerations to consider, particularly when deciding where to enjoy your golden years. Aging in place is the most practical and desirable option for many seniors. A continuing care retirement community in Tampa, on the other hand, may be the most practical and attractive choice…
It’s sad but true – cognitive powers decline the older you get. There is good news, however. As the years progress, it is possible to keep a sharp mind. By at least 40%, memory can be improved, even in older adults, through cognitive training. Would you like to increase your brain game or help keep…
Pet ownership may provide older adults with a plethora of unexpected benefits. While there are several benefits to pet ownership for older individuals, there are also particular hurdles when bringing your pet to an assisted living community, such as a lack of room and stringent pet regulations in some communities. Read on as we cover…
An organized and decluttered home has many benefits for older adults, and spring cleaning is a great annual activity to get your living space in order. Spring cleaning may be intimidating for some older adults because there seems to be a lot to do, but the benefits of getting your living space tidy and organized…
Unfortunately, one “normal” part of aging, for many, is being alone. However, the depression and sadness that frequently go along with chronic loneliness do not have to be part of the aging process. Loneliness in the elderly encourages all the wrong things – i.e., negative health-related problems including the following: High blood pressure and heart…
Do you have a loved one who needs memory care? Are you unsure? When dementia or Alzheimer’s affects an aging loved one, it can be particularly challenging for caregivers and the family. Specialized support and memory care are often needed in situations such as this. Your loved one needs the kind of care that goes…
If you own a pet and you are considering moving to a retirement community, you have many more options than before. About 75% of senior living residences accept pets too. But finding the right retirement community for you and your pet will take some time. It might be harder for people with a limited budget…
If you have an aging parent, there’s a good chance that you’ve been through this before: one day, you’re helping them across the street; the next, they can barely walk without assistance. How do you tell your parent that he or she needs help and start to provide it? It’s difficult to know whether your aging…
Walking is an exercise that most of us can do. It is easy to perform and can be included in our daily routines, without too much to worry about. Add to that, there are also proven benefits of walking, not just for the young ones, but more so for older individuals. If your loved ones…