If there is a true “universal language,” it’s probably laughter. Think about it: every culture around the world values humor in one form or another, and appreciation for humor is expressed through laughter, which is often brought on involuntarily. It’s also true that laughter is good for the mind and body. After all, there is […]
“Positive thinking” is a term that gets thrown around a lot in our world, and some people discuss it as if it’s a cure-all for every ailment and malady imaginable. Obviously, just thinking positively isn’t going to provide a miracle cure for any disease or stop the aging process, but there is growing evidence that […]
As people age, they experience the benefits of wisdom and decades of life lessons, but growing older takes a toll on the body and the brain. People move more slowly in old age, and their bodies become more fragile. Forgetfulness and other memory issues are also common as people advance through life in their post […]
When it comes to aging in today’s world, people are increasingly concerned with the mental, psychological and neurological aspects of getting older. Although individuals are living longer than ever before in history, people are looking around and noticing that not everyone is enjoying life in the years after retirement. This is largely due to the […]
Growing old gracefully is the goal of many aging individuals, but figuring out how to do so in a healthy manner is often a challenge. Seniors face many roadblocks that stand in the way of good health and the promise of a rich, fulfilling life as they age, which is why the focus on improving […]
The aging process is unavoidable — we all get older, and aging doesn’t always manifest itself in ways that make us feel good. Thankfully, eating a healthy diet can work wonders when it comes to slowing the aging process. For seniors, eating healthy is not only a wonderful way to ensure that they live rich, […]
When people stay healthy well into old age, most of the credit goes toward “good genes.” It’s easy to assume that when a senior avoids cancer, diabetes, dementia, heart disease and other conditions that tend to afflict the elderly in greater numbers, it’s because they lacked the genetic predisposition to those diseases. These remarkably healthy […]
Alzheimer’s Disease affects millions of Americans, many of whom are in the care of family members, other loved ones and compassionate senior caregivers. If you are caring for an aging loved one and you’re concerned about the onset of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, it’s good to understand the stages that the disease goes […]
Finding quick, simple meal options for seniors doesn’t have to be a chore: seniors and their caregivers can find culinary satisfaction with some surprisingly easy — and healthy — meals. Let’s take a look! Oats and Berries Oats are incredibly satisfying and easy on the stomach. They are a terrific breakfast staple because they can […]
At Always Best Care, one of our primary areas of focus is providing excellent non medical in home care for seniors. For most people, it’s easy to understand what might be entailed when medical care is sought, but they aren’t sure what it means to receive “non medical” care. Seniors who elect to stay at […]
