Most people would be ready to call it a day seeing the color of the vast blue sky fading into a bright golden glow on the horizon and gradually becoming dark. You or a loved one, on the other hand, may be unaware of the change, believing that day is night and night is day.…
People often think that losing interest in a person or something or losing one’s mental sharpness is a normal occurrence in old age and can therefore be overlooked. The truth is, these things can be a bearer of bad news for you or your loved ones because they can be taken as signs of depression…
The chance of having cancer increases as a person ages. Though cancer cannot always be prevented, older adults and those who care for them should keep informed about measures that help lower the risk of cancer. Read on to find out more. Regular Doctor Visits Breast, colon, and skin cancer screenings should be done on…
Discovery Village in Naples, Florida offers a suite of services for your loved ones such as assisted living and memory care. We provide personal care and support to our residents to optimize their health and wellbeing. Some of the personalized and dedicated care services we offer include managing medication, housekeeping services, showering assistance, and continence…
Most of us would prefer to live without the use of mobility assistance. But as we become older and develop pains and weaknesses, we may need to learn to rely on them. Some may require a cane or walker for a short period of time while recuperating from surgery, and others may eventually require the…
It is important for your loved ones to constantly stay hydrated especially in the hot, humid days of summer. Seniors are especially vulnerable to dehydration, which may result in heatstroke and heat exhaustion. As your family members age, their sensation of thirst decreases, thus they may be thirsty without realizing it. This is why it…
Occasionally feeling depressed is a normal part of life, but if you feel this way for months or years, you may be depressed. Depression can happen to any of us at any given time and those that older adults experience must be dealt with accordingly as well. It can impact their lives, hobbies, and energy,…
Appetite declines with age as a result of physiological changes in the body and lifestyle, such as decreased exercise levels, less sensitive taste buds, and a slower metabolism. Long-term lack of appetite, known medically as anorexia, is not a natural aspect of aging. It might be an indication of underlying issues that require medical treatment.…
If you’re over the age of 65, you might have heard people mention the new normal blood pressure for seniors, but what does that mean? What are the signs of high blood pressure in older adults? And what are the symptoms of low blood pressure in aging family members? This article will help you find…
There seem to be a variety of reasons why your parents or grandparents may seek excessive sweets or salty foods. Sweet and salty seasonings are much simpler to taste for many elderly with a decreased sensory palette than blander items. That is why you may notice that they are drawn to such foods that their…