Practical Tips for Alzheimer’s Care Providers
Alzheimer’s is a degenerative brain disease that impairs memory, thinking, and judgement. It affects more than 5 million in the US. It is also the 6th leading cause of death and it accounts for a third of senior deaths. Although age is its highest risk factor, Alzheimer’s is not part of normal aging. It doesn’t […]
Holidays and Pandemic: Best Gifts for Seniors
It’s the holidays once again! Time to deck the halls, sit around the Christmas tree, and give gifts for seniors and kids alike. But this holiday season is like no other. The threat of COVID-19 still looms and families are unable to gather together without exposing each other to the virus. Sadly, older adults, who […]
5 Tips When Choosing a Caregiver
Deciding that you need the help of a professional care provider for your aging loved one is only the first step. The more important decision is choosing the caregiver. The quality of care your loved one will receive depends on the skills and expertise of the care provider. They could either provide respite or more […]
Live-in Caregiver: 10 Points to Consider Before Hiring
The difficulties of care Caring for your aging loved one may prove to be difficult. You may have work, you live in another area, or you have other priorities like your own children. Although you love your parents, you might not be available to personally care for them and act as their live-in caregiver. And […]
Self-care in the Time of Corona
Living Dangerously 2020 has been difficult for everyone. There was the killer virus; and there was the seeming breakdown of society with lockdowns and quarantines. Mobility was limited, everyone was forced to stay at home. The world experienced negativity like never before. With this, comes the importance of self-care. Everyone is hurting but seniors had […]
What is Home Care?
We all age, but we age differently. Some could live independently while others may need home care. Home care is any type of domestic support or assistance provided to a person in their home. It doesn’t require a doctor’s prescription, as the services provided are non-medical. The services could be provided for a few hours […]
How the Elderly Could Improve Quality of Life
As in any point in our lives, to live is not enough. We also try and have a good quality of life. This resonates more for the elderly, who are already in their sunset years. Their bodies are no longer as strong, their minds no longer as sharp, and recurring illnesses become a fact of […]
Fun Activities for Seniors
Free Your Free Time The best thing about retirement years is the free time. You no longer have to spend a third of your day in work. Your kids have moved out and your life revolves only around yourself. Growing old has its difficulties, but at least you are free to do things you always […]
Covid-19 and Seniors: How to Stay Safe During the Pandemic
Covid-19 continues to spread throughout the world. Most people affected will only develop mild symptoms, but some will require hospitalization, and others may even die. Sadly, experts have yet to develop a cure and/or a vaccine. Thus, it is important to practice precaution against the disease, especially for older adults. According to the Centers for […]
Top Ten Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Add to Your Diet for Pain Relief
While more Americans are seeking traditional homeopathic and natural treatment for arthritis, gout, and much other muscle and joint aches and pains, the simplest and most economical home remedies for pain maybe adding a few top foods to eat to the American diet. We listed a few of the best anti-inflammatory foods that are really […]