Your life will be changed by moving into a senior living apartment. There are many changes that you will have to get used to and enjoy. Your living space will also change, but this doesn’t mean it has to look like “Old folks’ home” with only boring, ugly furniture in it! The decor of a senior living…
When we lose the ability to drive as we grow older, things can become more challenging than expected. There are not just physical changes that can take place, but mental and emotional changes can implicate our life in general too. Family members and friends may be available to bring us around but we cannot fully…
As your loved ones age, they’re more susceptible to choking. This is due to various factors including swallowing huge portions of food, eating too quickly, and poorly fitting dentures. There are many ways you can prevent this from happening. Here are some ways to reduce choking risk. Avoid Fluids During Mealtimes You might have the…
Nostalgia is a strong emotion that everyone has experienced and can be a helpful aspect of memory care and support for memory loss since it stimulates the brain. While almost anything may evoke nostalgia, films from bygone decades, in particular, can be very impactful. We will look at how watching movies can help older adults…
After a long winter spent indoors, gardeners must be revving to step outside and feel the dirt under their fingernails again. Those in the know are familiar with the feeling of peace and accomplishment that are undoubtedly the best parts of recreational gardening. It is an exercise in patience and diligence but there is truly…
Understanding the vulnerability of our environment and the significance of protecting it is what environmental awareness is all about. Promoting environmental wellness is a simple way to be an environmental steward and help your children have a brighter future. There are many ways to promote environmental wellness while in memory care communities. Here is why…
As our parents get older, their spending patterns may become more erratic, producing a lot of stress for family members. It’s challenging enough to talk about money, but attempting to deliberately monitor and regulate a parent’s spending is a whole different story. There are a variety of reasons why an elderly might feel compelled to…
As we get older, our sleep patterns may change. Many people think that we need less sleep as we age or that it’s normal to expect a poorer quality of sleep. However, this is far from the truth as Insufficient sleep may cause health conditions, especially in older adults. If you notice that your loved…
A family member suffering from dementia can cause the entire situation at home to become difficult, not just for themselves, but for those around them as well, including family members and carers. One such struggle that you need to deal with at this time is communication changes in dementia patients. Here is how you can…
Sundowner’s syndrome is a disorder that primarily affects people over 50. It causes insomnia, daytime sleepiness, and hallucinations, among others, making it hard to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. If you are dealing with sundowner’s syndrome or want to know how to help someone who is, the following tips can help reduce symptoms and take…