Some seniors desire to stay in their own homes as they age. There are times when it might become necessary for a senior who lives at home to get some assistance with certain personal care, other activities and lighter household chores. When the person does not need skilled nursing care, they may still benefit from […]
The costs of in-home care for seniors coming in at around $6,000 or $7,500 per month, according to a recent Bank Rate article. Understandably, many families who face this financial challenge feel ill-equipped to handle this burden. If you have found yourself in this predicament, either for your own care or that of an elderly […]
Aging is a natural process that everybody will face sooner or later. And while the later years are often fulfilling and exciting, they can also bring physical and psychological changes. Scientists have spent many years studying the physical health of the elderly, but the links between aging & mental health are just now starting to […]
Some seniors living at home are no longer able to drive a vehicle due to health or other conditions. If you are currently in charge of taking care of an elderly parent or if your senior relative is living alone far from any nearby family members, special arrangements should be made to ensure that the […]
Contrary to the old adage, seniors don’t need less sleep than younger people. The cleansing and rejuvenating power of quality rest is critical to everyone’s good health. However, seniors may find that there are more issues getting in the way of a good night’s sleep, including anxiety, pain and an increased need to urinate. Here […]
Seniors who enjoy retirement hobbies are healthier and happier than those who don’t. While staying active and engaged in life is considered by mental health experts to be essential to good health for both men and women, men generally have a harder time finding or pursuing a hobby as older adults. The risk of depression […]
In today’s rushed world it’s easy to see senior citizens in need of care as a liability. There is a danger of homing in on the medical aspect of their care and forgetting that they too are whole beings experiencing all that younger generations do. We, therefore, need to look at ways we can care […]
What Are the Benefits from Seniors Dancing? When you want to improve the physical or mental health of your elderly loved one, it is important to consider her quality of life. Remaining active offers several benefits for elderly individuals, so you should consider a variety of types of exercise that offer health benefits. Senior dancing […]
Drug and alcohol addiction can occur in any age group. Surprisingly, drug use among baby boomers has surpassed drug use among teenagers. Boomers view toward drug use tends to be more laid back then other generations. We will explain what you should know about drug abuse and addiction among baby boomers. What are baby […]
Having a lack of energy as you grow older puts a damper on your livelihood. It makes it harder to enjoy the things you love doing. Lack of elder energy can lead to depression and fatigue. With some changes in your diet and exercise, you can start to regain your lost energy so you can […]