The pain and grief arising from the loss of a loved one, especially a spouse, is never easy. When an aged adult loses a long-term companion, partner, and possible caregiver, feelings like grief, sorrow, and survivor’s guilt are common and may take long periods of time to overcome. If you are the child of an…
Love them or loathe them, there’s no denying that Florida’s beaches are some of the best in the world. Every year, tourists come from all over to enjoy all that the sunshine state has to offer. The bad news is, this can mean that your favorite beach gets too crowded, taking the enjoyment out of…
As summer draws near, many people of all ages get excited thinking about new summer activities to try out this year! Though most summer activities tend to center around going to the beach or theme park, frequently going out can be exhausting for some of our loved ones, who may prefer more relaxing activities at…
For overall health, strengthening of the abdominal muscles along with lower back strengthening exercises for seniors can be extremely beneficial. Here, we’re going to examine a handful of exercises in the hope of assisting you or your loved one to maintain healthy and happy lower back muscles. Weight Loss, Posture, and Stretching To reduce lower…
Insomnia is a common condition faced by many of all ages. Research has shown that about one third of adults in the United States receive less than the recommended amount of sleeping hours, which is at least seven hours of sleep each night. For seniors, lack of sleep can also pose certain side effects that…
Dementia is a term used for disorders that affect one’s cognitive abilities and memory. It is commonly found in older adults, with estimates suggesting as many as 7% of those above 60 years have dementia. Those afflicted with dementia exhibit symptoms such as memory loss, a shift in personality, increased irritability, and depression. Dementia can…
When it comes to Alzheimer’s disease, there are many symptoms that cause a progressive decline in memory, reasoning, and thinking abilities. While there is no known cause or cure, having an early diagnosis can help with slowing down the decline as well as alleviating any existing symptoms. To do so, it is important that caregivers…
Unlike what many people may think, you don’t have to sacrifice a good sex life after you have reached the age of 50 years old. Regardless of how old you are, it’s possible to have a fulfilling sex life and performance with your significant other. Having a healthy sex life can bring about many benefits,…
As age catches up with us, we may find our metabolism rate slowing down and our digestive tract not working as efficiently as before. We then need to be mindful of what we consume to maintain a healthy weight. Be it adding more fiber into our meals, attempting to reduce carbohydrate intake, or trying out…
Staying active is important for older adults to maintain their overall health and happiness as they age. However, many older adults may experience limited mobility, which can prevent them from benefiting from exercises that require flexibility and strength. Fret not, many older adults can enjoy the benefits of being active with exercises for older adults…