Role of Aromatherapy for Stimulating Appetite in Aging Adults
As our senior loved one’s age, they might face health issues that require constant care and medication. During all this, retaining a healthy amount of weight is extremely crucial for joint health, preventing future diseases, and maintain core strength. Read more
Myths Related to Senior Assisted Living
Assisted living arrangements for the elderly are often met with skepticism because people worry their lifestyle and privacy will be compromised. Moreover, lower income groups turn away from them because they fear the expenses they’ll have to incur. However, none of this even remotely reflects the reality of senior assisted living communities.Read more
The Ultimate Guide to Arthritis in the Elderly
Arthritis is one of the most common medical conditions among older people. In fact, it’s believed that by 2040, more than 78 million people will be diagnosed with this ailment that hinders mobility and causes disability among elderly people.
The most frustrating part about arthritis is that it can spring up at any time and affect almost any body part or joint. In addition, the duration of the debilitating pain can last from a couple of hours to turning into a chronic condition.Read more
Healthy Aging: Ways to Keep Your Older Parents Active & Fit
The worst part about growing up is realizing that your parents are growing older. To us, they’re superheroes who we’ll look up to till our dying breath! And to help these superheroes preserve their strength and superpowers, it’s important that we enable them to age healthily.Read more
Unveiling the Secrets of Keeping Your Old Folks Happy!
Parents are a blessing. However, amid our everyday busy, routine lives, we often forget that and take them for granted. This contributes to them feeling lonely—and even depressed—at times. In fact, the American Psychological Association states that 15% to 20% of people over the age of 65 suffer from depression.Read more
Medical Conditions the Elderly are Susceptible to
As we get older, our bodies get weaker and more susceptible to medical issues. And although 41% of people aged 65 and above are reported to be in good health, the same can’t be said about the remaining 59%.
Below are some of the most common medical conditions that can be especially hard on elderly people:Read more
The Importance of Exercise in the Elderly
You know the old saying, ‘If you want to be healthy, wealthy and wise; do exercise!’? It rings true for all stages of life. Exercise keeps you healthy and active, and with age, these benefits only increase.
As we age, our body starts to weaken; making us more susceptible to injuries and illnesses. However, if you exercise on the regular, not only can you prevent your body from giving up on you, but you can also live a happier, stronger, and more satisfying life in your wiser years!Read more
The Benefits of Physical Activity for Senior Family Members
Physical exercise doesn’t always mean regularly hitting the gym, lifting heavy weights, and jogging in the park. When we say physical exercise for senior people, we mean maintaining an active lifestyle, healthy mobility, and an everyday routine activity that keeps them fit and happy!Read more
How to Choose the Best Senior Care Community
There are more than 19,000 senior care communities in the United States, and choosing one of them for yourself can be a daunting task.
The fact that the quality of your future life will depend on the choice you make today brings added pressure.
But don’t worry! We’ve got your back!
Here are a few essentials you need to consider when selecting a senior care community.Read more
Fall Prevention: An Effective Guide for Older Adults
The American Academy of Family Physicians states that falls are one of the major causes of fatal and non-fatal injuries in US citizens older than 65 years. Each year, a total of 2.8 million visits to hospital emergency rooms are made because of fall injuries such as fractures and head trauma.Read more