As people get older, they become increasingly dependent upon various medications. Medications help seniors live longer, healthier lives, but they are only effective when they are taken in accordance with physician instructions. Whether the meds are for heart conditions, diseases, high blood pressure or anything else, they must be taken in the right dosages at […]
Seniors these days prefer to stay at home in their post retirement lives. Not long ago, nursing homes and other such facilities represented the next step in senior life for those who could no longer manage on their own. Today, however, our aging population is living longer — and staying at home longer — than […]
Alzheimer’s Disease is the most widely known form of dementia, and it affects more than 5.3 million people in the United States alone. The majority of those individuals are over the age of 65, but many Alzheimer’s sufferers begin to display signs and symptoms in the years leading up to the traditional retirement age. When […]
Around the world, it is estimated that 350 million people suffer from the debilitating condition known as clinical depression. In the United States, 14.8 million adults — nearly seven percent of the total population — suffer from the disease, making it a major public health concern. What’s more, people are more likely to experience depressive […]
The holiday season has come and gone, and the calendar that was once so full of events and activity has become empty. For seniors, this can be a lonely time. However, it’s also a tough time for kids who have just experienced the magical wonder of family time during the holidays, but now have to […]
One of the most heartbreaking downsides to aging is a growing sense of loneliness. People retire from their jobs, which causes the loss of a significant social center, and as they grow older, they watch as their peers pass away or move on to other parts of the world. Families grow, but they also become […]
Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia are devastating to families in the United States and around the world. Doctors and scientists continue to work on effective treatments and possible cures, but as of this writing, there are no cures, leaving patients and their caregivers left to simply cope with the heartbreaking effects of the […]
One of the biggest struggles associated with aging in is the inability to stay involved in certain activities. As people age, their abilities are diminished and they need to turn to others – often reluctantly – to take care of many of the responsibilities that once required no assistance. Over time, when seniors become accustomed […]
The kitchen is the heart of any home, but it’s also one of the most potentially dangerous spaces in a typical dwelling. During special times of the year such as holidays, the kitchen sees much more activity than usual, too, creating even more potential danger. We’ve talked about senior safety in the kitchen before, but […]
The holidays are a time of celebration, family bonding, friendship and gratitude for the joys that life brings. Unfortunately, the holiday season is also a highly stressful time, particularly for seniors. Depression tends to rear its ugly head during this time of year, and the chaotic excitement of the season can also lead to confusion […]
