It’s typical for elderly people to sleep less soundly and for shorter periods. However, these common variations in older persons’ sleep patterns do not imply that the sleep they obtain is adequate. Chronic sleep disorders can develop at any age and might put you at risk for major health issues including depression. However, few older…
Everyone is aware of the concept of terminal illness, but it’s a completely different matter when either you or a senior loved one develops one of their own. This period is emotionally turbulent, making it crucial to learn how to cope with terminal illness as a patient or a loved one. Here is a guide…
Do you have an aging loved one for whom you provide care? At times, it can seem like one crisis after another. It can wear you down, with all the day-to-day hassles you may face. For example, managing medications can be a problem. When an aging family member constantly forgets to take their medications –…
Is your mom or dad getting on in years? Could they use some help – possibly more than you can provide? Is it time to consider a care facility or retirement community? That would, of course, mean moving out of the home they have come to know and love. This is not going to be…
It’s widely known that a healthy balanced diet can help lower the risks of various diseases, but the question remains whether it can actually influence the brain. Based on new studies, the answer appears to be yes as it could be possible in preventing the onset of cognitive problems like Alzheimer’s. Here’s what we found…
Do you have difficulties falling asleep at night? Generally, older adults get easily tired in the evening and have difficulty falling into a deep sleep. With changes in your lifestyle and sleeping patterns, insomnia and other sleep problems could potentially arise as you age. Sleep deprivation may result in health conditions such as cardiovascular disease,…
Millions of individuals suffer from hearing loss, yet just a small percentage of them utilize hearing aids. Many people put off getting help for their hearing impairment because they feel they won’t be able to afford hearing aids. Alternatively, the prospect of several visits to an audiologists’ office for fits and follow-up treatment might be…
As our parents grow older, they may start to develop more health issues that require specialized care. Increasing stress, frustration with the healthcare system, and other factors can trigger disagreements and arguments within the family. It can be overwhelming if you and your family do not see eye to eye regarding an older adult’s care,…
Dementia is a progressive disease that causes changes in communication. People with dementia may not understand or remember what they say and may not be able to follow conversations. Caregivers need to be aware of these communication changes in dementia and adjust their communication accordingly. Watch For These Signs To Detect Communication Changes In Dementia Early Difficulty…
Confabulation is a type of memory distortion in which a person gives false or incorrect information to others. The key to recognizing confabulation is to recognize that the person is striving to engage with others around him rather than being willfully dishonest. Here is a guide to understanding confabulation in your elderly parent! Confabulation in Dementia and…