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…
One of the vitamins that cannot be produced by the body is vitamin C. It is an essential vitamin that has been linked to numerous health benefits. It is mainly found in many fruits and vegetables that are water-soluble such as oranges, kiwi, bell peppers, kale, and so on. Many people have been advised to…
Florida is a beautiful place to retire. Though the northern parts can experience “winter”, the southern regions of Florida resemble summer year-round. The scenery is breathtaking, particularly along the coast. If you’re considering spending your golden years in Florida, give serious thought to Fort Myers, where the average high in February is 75°F. Discovery Village…
As we get older, it is important to stay physically active to lower the risks of health issues that come with age. Besides keeping physically active, exercises can help you and your loved ones stay mentally and emotionally checked especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. If the outdoors are too inconvenient for seniors or the weather…
As you look into your retirement living alternatives, you will see that there are various sorts of retirement communities to choose from. Active senior homes, 55+ communities, and independent living communities cater to older persons who want to live an active and stimulating lifestyle. If you ever need medical attention, selected types of retirement communities…
Being older can open up many different doors. There is just generally more time to do the things that you always have wanted to do, like falling in love all over again. It is easier to meet new people nowadays with social media so prevalent. It might be a tad overwhelming to get back into…