If you have a skin injury or have been exposed to environmental factors such as radiation, you may be at risk for impaired skin integrity. This results in adverse skin conditions. Luckily, there are steps you can take, such as enjoying a nutritious diet or practicing good hygiene, and risk factors you can monitor to … Continued
Fireworks are almost everyone’s favorite part of Independence Day festivities, and many major cities have reported them going off throughout the entire month. While the jury is still out as to why, the general consensus is that people are bored and it’s a way to let off steam after the past few months of stay-at-home … Continued
Through the power of technology and industry innovations, senior living can be made easier through fascinating devices and tools. Let’s take a close look at innovative products for elderly adults. Convenience Products for Seniors There are plenty of products to make life easier for the elderly. Here are some of the best products for elderly … Continued
When our parents start showing signs of cognitive decline or start suffering from significant physical limitations, living alone can become unsafe. But people grow used to their independence, which makes it tough to face reality when start needing a little help. Countless frustrated children of aging parents have experienced this first hand. Even for the … Continued
We all want to keep our brains sharp and functioning at optimal levels as we age. Did you know that age-related memory loss is not an inevitable part of growing older? The human brain can generate new brain cells at any age. So why, you might ask, are you forgetting your new grandson’s name or … Continued
We all know how important it is for seniors to stay active. It can be difficult to find an exercise program that accommodates a senior’s various needs. Seniors need exercise programs that are low impact and do not include much cardio. One exercise program that meets all these requirements and is excellent for seniors is … Continued
It’s estimated that older adults are the victims of between $3-35 billion dollars in fraud each year. It’s hard to know for certain because of how much goes unreported. But as we get older, we become more trusting. We’re also prone to lapses in memory and other cognitive impairments. This additional vulnerability to scams can … Continued
There’s something genuinely satisfying about knowing the answer to an obscure trivia question, isn’t there? Or doesn’t matter how useless or, well, trivial the information is. It’s just great to know a random fact, especially when the people around you – whether it be a family gathering or trivia night at the local pub – … Continued
AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) may be a well-known national organization for senior citizens but it does not necessarily fit the needs of all older adults. In this post, we will take a look at senior citizen membership organizations and other types of senior organizations. Advocacy Organizations for Seniors (not AARP) In addition to … Continued
One thing we all know for sure, especially in today’s world, is life can change when we least expect it. Seniors who thought they had long-term plans in place can have a life-changing event that turns their world upside down. One of the most common life changes facing seniors is the medical decline or death … Continued