Our loved ones deserve to enjoy their golden years in dignity without compromising on their quality of life. That is possible with an active and healthy lifestyle that is suited to their physical ability. Not all physical activities have to be strenuous to be beneficial. For example, yoga is a gentle, yet highly effective exercise…
To promote physical and mental wellness, older adults must engage in an active lifestyle. They can achieve this by taking up fun hobbies as pastimes. With so many options available, it can seem daunting as to which one to choose. However, there is definitely a hobby suitable for your loved ones that will help them…
As most surgeries are often invasive, it’s crucial to ensure your loved ones know the kinds of foods to eat after surgery to promote faster healing. As foods can help to repair the body’s damaged tissues and generate new cells, eating the correct types of foods after surgery will help to promote the body’s natural…
When we think of the benefits of gardening, our mind immediately goes to being able to grow our own fresh fruits and vegetables or having a beautiful space full of flowers. However, gardening does so much more than that, especially for older adults. For many individuals, it might even be a holistic form of therapy…
The elderly often pick up new interests and hobbies after their retirement. It is known amongst many that exercising or partaking in social activities, such as joining book or gardening clubs and having group exercises in the park, can provide great benefits for our loved ones. However, if you prefer to carry out your exercise…
Just because you or your loved ones are entering a different stage of life, it does not mean that you have to compromise on the level of happiness you experience every day. In fact, older adults have a special chance to finally live their lives to their fullest and be role models to others as…
A stroke happens when parts of your brain receive an interrupted or reduced blood supply. This causes issues as your brain tissue is then unable to receive the nutrients and oxygen that it requires to function properly, and brain cells can start to die within a few minutes. A stroke Is always a medical emergency…
Snow days are one of our favorite times in childhood – a day to play in the snow and sip hot chocolate at home. They are still a great excuse to stay home with family, but it is also important to make the appropriate arrangements to stay prepared and safe for the change in weather…
Maintaining a sense of balance is important for carrying out many of our daily activities and independence. More importantly, improved balance can significantly help with preventing falls. Falling is a common occurrence that everyone will experience at some point in our lives, but as we grow older, a fall can be life-changing in all the…
Amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life, a flourishing garden is one of the many places that people escape to. Not only is gardening a hobby that reaps beautiful rewards, but it is also an easy way to stay active without too much exertion. Whether you plan to start planting your favorite flowers or…