Traumatic Brain Injuries Are a Growing Concern Among Older Adults
When you think about a traumatic brain injury (TBI), your first thought is probably a sports-related accident, such as a football player crashing head-first into a rival, or possibly a head-on collision in a car accident – something less likely to affect seniors. Nevertheless, the prevalence of traumatic brain injuries in the elderly is far […]
Older Adults and Osteoarthritis: Risk Factors and Management Tips
Impacting 30 million people in the United States alone, osteoarthritis is a debilitating and painful condition that results because of the wearing away of cartilage, leading to friction in the joints as unprotected bones rub against each other. Even though it can happen in almost any joint, it’s most prevalent in the hands, hips, knees, […]
Understanding the Causes of Extreme Fatigue in the Elderly
Feelings of exhaustion can seem as though they are a regular occurrence for some of us, especially after an overwhelmingly, busy day. It can be challenging to to achieve a good night’s sleep whenever we can finally sink into bed. A good night’s sleep is the key to rejuvenation and the motivation to take on […]
Combating Social Isolation and Loneliness in Seniors
Senior isolation is a growing and very dangerous epidemic in the United States. As many as 1/3 of all older adults live alone, and for various reasons (limited mobility, chronic health problems, and loss of friends and relatives, just to name a few) socialization can be extremely difficult to maintain. The reality is, the results […]
Nutrition for Older Adults: Making Healthy Food Choices on a Budget
Everyone knows the importance of proper nutrition for older adults; however, knowing and doing are sometimes worlds apart. As people age, it’s even more crucial to steer clear of the temptations of making unhealthy food choices – and, often harder. For most seniors, lifestyle choices are influenced by a number of factors: Prescription drug complications […]
The Link Between Protein and Aging in The Recovery of the Senior Body
Pass the cheese, please! Recent research studies are highlighting the link between protein and aging and the necessity of a protein-rich diet for the elderly. Protein is especially important during occasions of stress, for instance when dealing with a chronic disease or acute illness, or preparing for a medical procedure or hospitalization, when protein is […]
Bathroom Safety Modification Tips for Seniors
While you may consider your bathroom to be a safe place where you are able to relax and unwind with a soothing bath or invigorating shower following a long day, for seniors, the bathroom is in fact the most dangerous room in the home. With slippery floors which can be even slipperier when damp, closed-in […]
How Reminiscence Benefits an Older Adult with a Dementia Diagnosis
Memories…each and every day we are creating new ones, but there is something really heartwarming about revisiting those from long ago. For a senior loved one with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, with a reduced capability to hold short-term memories, those from many years’ past are all the more cherished which is why reminiscence […]
Get Moving! How Physical Activity Can Improve Brain Health for Seniors
We all know how important it is to keep active for our physical health; however, research is now revealing many more far-reaching advantages – namely, a reduced possibility of developing Alzheimer’s disease and a slowed rate of cognitive decline in the elderly. The explanation for the connection is uncertain, but there are two main theories […]
Holiday Travel with a Senior Loved One: Tips to Help
It’s the absolute most wonderful time of the year – for family get-togethers! With so many families separated by regional distance, or just because of the demands of life, all