Your body goes through lots of physical and internal changes as you age. Your brain health can also be affected by age-related changes and diseases such as dementia. Dementia is the deterioration of cognitive functions where you start to lose your memory and reasoning abilities. In severe cases, dementia can disrupt your life to the…
Reading unlocks a world of imagination and possibilities. It can transport you from universe to universe simply with the turn of a page. Reading is not only a magnificent tool to unleash your creative self, it is also a great aid for keeping your mind healthy and relaxed as you age. Uncover the benefits of…
Dementia can cause extreme mood changes in your loved ones. They may become increasingly agitated as the disease progresses and it can be challenging when you take care of them. Here are some tips to help you better manage aggressive behavior in dementia patients. Find the Cause of Agitation Different factors can trigger aggressive behavior…
The idea of establishing a workout routine in your 50s may seem daunting. You may feel disheartened or think that it’s too late to start an exercise regimen. Don’t be discouraged! Physical activity has been proven to bring many health benefits and is especially important for older adults. It puts you at lower risk of…
Exercise plays a vital role in maintaining your physical and mental health. It’s even more important if you’re an older adult. An active lifestyle in retirement brings many benefits including better blood circulation and stronger immunity. If you don’t have the habit of working out in the past, it’s never too late to begin exercising…
Is everything you read about retirement on the internet true? If you’ve been browsing around, you’d have come across lots of information revolving around financial planning for your retirement. However, some of this information may be incomplete or incorrect. Since everyone’s financial situation is different, there’s no one-size-fits-all retirement plan that works for everybody. On…
Received a call from a suspicious number or got an email that says you’ve won the lottery? Beware, these could be scammers trying to trick you. Fake phone calls and emails are some common scams targeting your elderly loved one. Often, fraudsters like to prey on the elderly because they are thought to have huge…
As our loved ones enter their golden years, they may no longer be able to move around independently like before. However, that does not mean that they cannot have a good time. People with mobility issues can live life to the fullest too! There are several ways you can entertain and spend quality time with…
Back pain is the most common type of pain among adults, with 25% of Americans reporting that they’ve experienced back pain in the prior 3 months. It is usually a result of one of these three causes: back trauma from accidents, spine-related issues, or other medical conditions. Other factors that can exacerbate back pain includes…
With the ever-increasing processed nature of our modern foods, it is harder and harder to prepare and cook a well-balanced meal, let alone three of them a day. It can be especially tricky when your loved one has special dietary needs. For older adults, nutrition moves to the forefront as the most important aspect of…