More than 78 million Americans enjoy the benefits of gardening, including millions of older adults. Gardening provides an open-air sanctuary from the stresses of everyday life, restoring physical, mental and spiritual strength to all who play in the dirt. Unfortunately, many older adults think they have to give up gardening as they age. These tips […]
Varicose veins are unsightly, and sometimes painful, but these bulging veins are also associated with sores, known as venous stasis ulcers. These venous ulcers are the most common cause of sores on the legs, affecting about one percent of the population in the United States. Venous ulcers usually start as a dull ache or pain […]
As we get older it is important to stay in good health so that we can enjoy our later years in life worry-free. Eating a balanced diet will go a long way toward helping you stay healthy and get the vitamins and nutrients you need. This can sometimes be difficult to do due to problems […]
As you get older you begin to pay closer attention to your personal care plan for your later years. Ideally, we would all be able to live on our own for as long as we want, but the truth is that we can get the quality of care we need by turning to an assisted […]
As Baby Boomers age, we are seeing an incredible growth in the number of people in a given age group at any one time. In fact, there are now more Americans that are at least 65 years of age than at any other time in our nation’s history. This can have a number of impacts […]
Researchers say the Self-Administered Gerocognitive Examination, or SAGE test, is an efficient way to test large numbers of people for decline in cognitive abilities. The decline in these brain skills are often early signs of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Patients can take the SAGE test at home without supervision; the test takes […]
Senior care providers always work hard to provide a safe, comfortable environment for the elderly. Despite even the best efforts, dangers still lurk in many homes and assisted living facilities. Here are five dangers you should look for in your home or in the homes of the people you care for. Poor lighting. Poor lighting […]
Eye problems are a serious concern, especially as you grow older. Millions of people in the United States struggle with vision impairment, and a great number of those individuals are over the age of 65. Research shows that regular care can reduce eye problems by as much as 50 percent. Many older adults do not seek […]
Although older adults are at an increased risk for depression, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the condition is not a normal part of aging, as is sometimes the misconception. There is good news for seniors in terms of fighting depression, however. A 2011 study led by UCLA researchers and published in […]
For most of us, driving means freedom and independence. Understandably, surrendering one’s car keys and making the decision not to drive anymore can feel like a painful loss of independence for many seniors. But, as we age, cognitive functioning and reaction times can slow, impairing our ability to drive safely, and potentially endangering ourselves and […]
