While most of us may get away with eating whatever we desire in our younger days, it doesn’t mean that the same will hold true in the later years of our lives. After all, as we age, our body also ages, and we need to fuel the body with the right nutrients and vitamins for…
For many mature people who have retired from their jobs, finding activities to make use of their time can be a hard task. Sports can sometimes be too strenuous on their bodies, while knitting can be seen as a chore. However, an activity that has been rising the ranks in the activity race has to…
If you’re caring for someone with memory loss, mealtime can be one of the most stressful experiences you have as a caregiver. They may not be able to tell you if they like or dislike what they’re eating, and they may eat too quickly or too slow, depending on the day. To make things easier, here…
A challenged brain is a happy brain so when you have retired, you may find it difficult to maintain good mental well-being due to lower social engagement. This may in turn cause you to experience stress and anxiety which is normal but can be prevented. If you are looking for simple ways to improve mental…
It is often said that we are what we eat. Food not only gives us the energy to do everyday activities but it also has an effect on our health. We primarily get nutrients from what we eat and when we fail to get some of these nutrients, we may expose our bodies to diseases…
In general, surveys show that persons who are older are happier. Growing older, on the other hand, is not a bed of roses. The losses eventually add up. Friends, family members, and lovers may pass away. You may feel as if your options are becoming more limited. Fortunately, despite these losses, there are still methods…
If you’re over the age of 40, it’s essential to go for regular eye checkups. Glaucoma, macular degeneration, and other vision problems may begin to develop when you are in your mid-forties. As such, it’s time to make sure you are regularly seeing an ophthalmologist who can detect any eye issues early and refer you for treatment…
As well get older, our body also ages and no longer functions in the same way. As such, seniors need to care more for their bodies and consider making the required changes to various lifestyle activities such as the choice of food and the amount of sleep. Getting the right nutrients, as well as enough…
As with all other demographics, mental health is a serious issue for seniors. When taking care of your parent, it’s important to understand that they might be susceptible to some specific mental health issues associated with aging. Having this understanding will make it much easier to arrange for the best ways to care for parents.…
Skilled nursing care is offered to those who are recuperating from serious illnesses, injury or surgery. After a patient leaves a hospital, the subsequent step is to get admittance into a skilled nursing facility. Although some families and seniors choose to go back to their homes after an extended stay in the hospital, it is…