During the early stages of dementia, it is important to promote a reading culture. There are many benefits to this including reducing the risk of quick progression of the condition and giving an individual the opportunity to sharpen their cognitive skills as well. Reading can also help in passing time and encouraging individuals. There are…
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disease that slowly develops and gradually worsens over several years. If you have a loved one who is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, their memory, cognition or personality will be affected depending on the stage of the disease they are at. However, even though there is an Alzheimer’s trajectory that most…
It’s no secret that the elderly are particularly vulnerable to injury and death from injury, and also that they’re more likely to experience poor health outcomes from an injury, but what are the main factors that put them at risk? This article will discuss some of the most important safety issues for seniors, look at why…
Pneumonia in the elderly can be difficult to treat because of multiple conditions, such as respiratory diseases and chronic diseases that have affected the older person’s immune system. By following the treatment plan outlined by their healthcare providers and taking preventative measures, they can enjoy long and happy lives even with this illness. Follow these…
As we grow older, it may feel harder and harder to muster the energy we need to do the things we love. There are various reasons why this may be the case. For instance, recovering from an intensive surgery or illness may take a lot out of us and lead to reduced energy levels as…
Isolation can be a severe problem, especially among the elderly. Due to various factors, they tend to spend more time alone than other demographics, and being alone has been linked to several physical and mental issues that can have severe consequences if not addressed in time. Luckily, there are ways you can help people overcome…
Is your loved ones acting strangely these days? Are they constantly repeating themselves? Have they exhibited any violent or disturbing behaviors? If you’ve notice these tendencies in them lately, there is a chance that your loved one is exhibiting some symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease results in changes to the brain that often lead…
Has your loved one started to exhibit symptoms of dementia? Dementia is a progressive disease and as it worsens, your loved one may find it difficult to focus and struggle to carry out activities of daily living on their own. In the early stages of the disease, incorporating engaging games and activities for dementia patients…
Did you know that the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that we consume less than 2300 mg of sodium per day? For most people, it is extremely easy to over exceed this amount of salt in a day. This is because highly processed food like hamburgers, frozen dinners, and canned foods have become a regular…
Choosing the best gift for seniors can be challenging, especially when they have particular tastes and preferences. How, then, do you get them a present that they’ll appreciate? It gets even more complicated if they insist they don’t want anything, and do not want to burden you with having to get a gift for them.…