If you’ve had your hip replaced, you may be thinking that all of the pain and suffering and surgery is behind you. Unfortunately, hip replacements don’t last forever, so even if you’ve had one, you may start to notice hip replacement failure symptoms. Signs of Hip Replacement Failure For some wondering “How do I know … Continued
There’s no doubt that good oral health is essential, but many seniors require dentures to live life to the fullest. Unfortunately, if you’ve begun looking into the costs of dentures, you’ve likely noticed something: Finding affordable dentures for senior citizens can be challenging, especially for people on a fixed income. The key to finding the … Continued
As you age, it may seem like you have aches and pains in all sorts of places, but shoulder and upper back pain in elderly adults are two of the most common complains when it comes to pain. The good news is that there is treatment that can help. What Causes Shoulder and Upper Back … Continued
Roughly 42 million Americans struggle with constipation, accounting for nearly 2 billion dollars in emergency room care annually. You probably already know that irregular bowel movements are usually no cause for concern. But what about if the problem becomes chronic or particularly intense? At what point do you contact your doctor about constipation? When to … Continued
Gardening is a unique hobby because it cultivates a strong bond and appreciation for Mother Nature while also being highly beneficial for seniors in several ways. Whether gardening entails a small collection of (organic) herbs on the windowsill or a small plot of land that a community of seniors can tend, gardening is a great … Continued
Dear Allegra, We are preparing to hire a professional home care agency to aid in my grandmother’s care. She wants to stay in her own home, so it’s important that we find ways to keep her safe there. We know finding caregivers she can rely on is vital. My grandma primarily needs an in-home caregiver to assist … Continued
It’s common for taste buds to change as you age, but sometimes ongoing changes in taste can be signs of health conditions. One of these occurrences is a persistent salty taste. If your mouth tastes salty when you haven’t eaten salty foods or food with other flavor profiles just tastes salty to you, it’s worth … Continued
Energy costs can kill. For seniors living on a fixed income, expenses like air conditioning and heating are a necessity. Younger people can often tough it out through uncomfortable conditions. As we age, we lose our ability to tolerate extreme temperatures without potentially suffering serious repercussions. Many low-income households spend as much as 10% of … Continued
Dying is expensive. Traditional funerals have an average cost of about $7,000, and that might be just the beginning. Compared to 5 decades ago, Americans are now 10 times as likely to choose cremation for their burial services. The Natural Funeral Directors Association estimates this trend will continue until 4 out of 5 Americans are … Continued
Frontotemporal dementia is a disease that can change a person’s personality and their ability to live an independent life. If your loved one is diagnosed, you’ll want to know what to expect and how to handle each of the frontotemporal dementia stages. Download 12 Early Signs of Dementia What Is Frontotemporal Dementia? This is a … Continued