In an ideal world, couples who are in happy, loving relationships would enjoy staying together for as long as they want, being together in excellent health. However, this is not a perfect world. People age at different rates and while your age might be similar to your spouse’s, your health care needs might differ greatly.…
While the physical health benefits of yoga are well known, many people in their golden years don’t realize that the mental health benefits of yoga are just as profound. If you’re not familiar with the term, yoga is an ancient practice that combines exercise, breathing, and meditation to help practitioners find peace of mind in the present…
Social isolation, the feeling of being separated from others and unable to interact with them, can be mentally devastating to persons in their golden years. This condition impacts their mental health and physical health as well, leading to many problems that can have fatal consequences if left untreated. Older adults who experience even mild forms…
Before we get into the ways to prevent sarcopenia, let’s talk about what exactly is sarcopenia. Sarcopenia literally translates to “lack of flesh” and is termed as a muscle loss condition that mostly affects people above the age of 50. Sarcopenia occurs when the specific signals for muscle cell growth and teardown are not balanced,…
While it’s true that some stress in our lives is a good thing, everything should be in moderation. Too much stress can do much harm to not only our bodies but mental health as well. Even though your loved ones are currently in their retirement years and are not pressured with any work commitments and…
There are 7 stages of dementia, a disease that manifests itself in the form of cognitive or mental decline. Understanding these various stages can make it easier to identify and diagnose the condition so that sufferers can receive the appropriate care. Stage One: Non-Cognitive Decline During this stage, computed tomography-based scans which are taken of…
As you get older, life tends to throw more and more stressors at you. If you don’t learn how to manage your stress, it can lead to serious health issues. Fortunately, if you’re willing to make some changes in your daily routine, there are tons of ways to manage your stress without sacrificing the activities…
If you’re considering a memory care community for yourself or a loved one, it is essential that you also take note of the services and activities run by the community for its residents. That’s because there’s more to a community than just its floor plans or well-designed rooms. What truly makes a memory care community…
Arthritis in seniors refers to the pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints of the hands, knees, shoulders, and lower back that occur with normal wear and tear or due to a condition like gout or rheumatoid arthritis. According to the Arthritis Foundation, the disease develops gradually with age and affects more than 15 million…
For retirement age adults needing long-term care, increasingly essential options are those of personal care homes and memory care communities. For safety reasons, it may not be possible for your aging loved one to stay in their own home – no matter how comforting that could be. Without any setbacks, it’s hard to imagine someone…