Learn the Early Warning Signs of Parkinson’s Disease
Despite the fact that nearly one million people are living with Parkinson’s disease in the United States alone, the condition was perhaps first brought to the spotlight by the diagnosis of Michael J. Fox. Since then, his foundation has funded advancements in awareness and research, which were previously unheard of, giving us hope for a […]
Why Fall Prevention Is Vital for Seniors with Stiff Muscles and Joints
The statistics surrounding senior falls are alarming. Falls are the leading reason behind injury in older adults, and result in hundreds of thousands of hip fractures every year, as well as countless other injuries. As frequent as falls in the elderly are, the danger is more than doubled for anyone with stiff muscles and joints […]
Understanding the Benefits of Home Care and How It Can Help a Senior Loved One
It wasn’t long ago when there was a general assumption that when we grow older, we’ll naturally need to move into a nursing home or assisted living facility. There is now a greater understanding that living at home throughout aging with in-home support is oftentimes a realistic option. There’s also additional information since the pandemic […]
Maintain a Cholesterol Friendly Diet With Healthy Food Choices This Holiday Season
From November to January, it’s easy to get off track with our eating habits, thanks to family and holiday gatherings. For individuals with high cholesterol, however, maintaining a cholesterol friendly diet is particularly important. Yazid Fadl, MD, MPH, Indiana University Health cardiologist, says, “Around the holidays, we tend to let ourselves go, and that’s the […]
Balancing Act: Caregiving for Elderly Parents and School-Aged Children
If your days are overflowing with parenting, working, managing a home, caring for elderly parents, and trying to fit in time for yourself while nurturing other relationships, welcome to the sandwich generation! Consisting of those ages 35 – 54 who are “sandwiched” between meeting the needs of children at home and caring for elderly parents, […]
Mild Cognitive Impairment in Seniors and Tips to Help Keep the Brain Sharp
Forgetfulness. Confusion. Disorientation. These, as well as other impacts of cognitive decline, make life challenging for older adults and people who care for them, and may be a consequence of: Genetics Health conditions such as heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, diabetes, as well as others Brain injury Medication side effects Poor lifestyle changes And much […]
Living With Chronic Kidney Disease: Foods That Promote Kidney Health
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects approximately 11% of adult Americans, for older people, the incident rate jumps to nearly 40%. If a senior in your life struggles with CKD, following the doctor’s recommended dietary plan is crucial. The aim is to make sure that levels of electrolytes, minerals, and fluid remain balanced. The National […]
The Importance of Addressing Senior Citizen Mental Health
They are called our “golden years” for good reason; getting older brings with it many great rewards, including increased wisdom, the freedom to experience life minus the responsibilities of a job and young family to raise, together with the ability to spend more time with family and friends and engaging in activities we enjoy. Even […]
Helping Seniors with Pandemic Fatigue Cope
It’s been more than six months since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The restrictions which have been set up to emphasize safety can begin to wear on all of us, and while there’s a normal longing to want to “return to normal,” there’s a new concern: seniors with pandemic fatigue. Pandemic fatigue stems from attempting to […]
Strong Relationships with Grandparents Can Benefit Grandchildren
As the saying goes, “What happens at Grandma’s stays at Grandma’s!” Being a grandparent is probably one of life’s greatest joys – a way to experience once again the pleasure of spending quality time and doting on the children in your life; only this time around, they’re your children’s children, and so the relationships are […]