As you are getting older, your body experiences a series of changes (grey hair, memory loss and lower psychical capacity). You have to face it with reality. You can not stop the aging process. There is absolutely no way that you can stop aging. But, you can slow it down by taking care of your [...]
Depression is an unfortunate and commonly overlooked condition afflicting many seniors. As social beings, we require a sense of purpose and conversational stimulation for optimal mental health. Unfortunately, a majority of seniors may no longer have the same social relationships they once had- , family may be unable to check-in regularly or may not live [...]
With age comes the frailty of vital body organs exposing seniors to a flurry of injurious situations. Fractures and broken bones become more common as old age sets in. This is especially brought about by reduced flexibility and ability to withstand stressing situations such as sudden falls and tweaks. Worse still, seniors who suffer broken [...]
As the new year approaches, people of all ages are taking this time to evaluate the past year and prepare for the year ahead. One of the smartest things you can do to plan for the upcoming year is to consider how you plan on addressing your aging. No matter how far off it seems, [...]
The holidays are a perfect time for family members of all ages to come together and enjoy spending quality time together. With multiple generations gathering in one place, it can be tricky to plan holiday gatherings that are fun and safe for everyone involved. Heres how you can accommodate senior guests at your house so that they [...]
Eaasier than pie. I was trying to figure out what medical equipment, I would need once I was discharged from the nursing home following my stroke. I did not think I would need a bathtub lift since my home has 2 walk-in showers with built-in seats. However, reality set in the first time I took [...]
The temperature drops, snow starts to fall, and just like that, winter is in full swing. But with the beautiful glistening snow comes a higher risk for slips and falls among elderly people living at home.More snow and ice makes for slippery sidewalks and outdoor steps, and its easy for a senior to take one misstep [...]
The Milken Institute recently released their study Best Cities for Successful Aging, which analyzes how cities are addressing the growing population of older adults and how they enable people to age independently and productively, with security and good health. Since Americans are getting older and living longer, cities need to step up to the plate when [...]
The holidays are approaching, and its time to start making your list and checking it twice. Unsure about what to get an aging parent or grandparent? Use our holiday gift guide to get ideas for presents that your parents will be sure to enjoy on a regular basis.
As the temperature drops and the dreaded phrase “polar vortex” once again becomes a staple in our vocabulary, people everywhere are preparing for the incoming cold weather. But what does these mean for elderly people aging at home? In winter, older adults have a harder time producing body heat than younger people do, making it [...]