Vitamin D deficiency can be a problem for many especially for the elderly. Vitamin D can be helpful for the body. Its main job is to help the body to absorb calcium. A vitamin D deficiency can lead to weaker bones, which means more falls, fractures, and other bone-related problems. Osteoporosis can be a result…
Aging brings many health benefits, but it also has some drawbacks. As we age, our ability to taste things like salt and sugar diminishes, leaving us with fewer flavors to enjoy in our food and drinks. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to reduce the effects of taste loss in the elderly and even completely…
Memory loss is known to be normal as one gets older. Mild memory loss is indeed perfectly normal as we age. If you start to forget simple things, it is not necessarily a sign of Alzheimer’s disease. There are many people like you who sometimes misplace their keys, forget where they parked their cars, and…
Melbourne is a popular place located in Florida that many older adults wish to retire in. If you want to live in a senior living community right here in Florida, we have just the place for you. Florida is full of well-known landmarks such as museums, shopping, and dining areas. There is an exciting art…
Moving into an independent senior living community can be one of the most rewarding choices you’ll ever make. Still, it can also be highly stressful and overwhelming, especially if you’re moving to a new city or have medical needs that require special attention. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make the transition into your new…
Retiring at Discovery Village At Palm Beach Gardens comes with many perks. Aside from the many beaches and golf courses around the area, residents in our community are treated to a wide range of exclusive senior living programs. These programs are designed to offer a good quality of life, so your loved ones can go…
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older adults. Alzheimer’s disease symptoms generally start slowly and worsen over time, leading to serious memory, thinking, and behavior problems. Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging, although people age 65 and older are at greater risk for developing it. Most people with Alzheimer’s disease…
It is well known that consuming a nutritious diet makes the body healthy and strong, but it will also reduce cognitive decline as one advance in age. In fact, a study found that retirees who regularly ate nutritious foods reduced their risk of experiencing cognitive decline by as much as twenty-five percent. Below are the…
Did you know that one in ten seniors experiences some form of financial abuse? Many people don’t realize how prevalent the problem is, but protecting yourself against senior financial abuse can be simple if you’re aware of some of the most common methods criminals employ targeting aging family members. Here are our top tips to…
Recent studies indicate that people over 50 years old are among the fastest-growing demographics on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Google+. But why do so many older adults prefer using these sites? These social networks provide older adults with a range of benefits that help them stay connected with their loved ones and…