As our parents age, taking care of elderly parents at home may be top of mind. Caring for your parents takes some careful thought and planning before deciding to go through with it. In this post, we’ll review what you need to know about in-home care for elderly parents. Download Your Guide to Welcoming a … Continued
Few things are worse than not being able to fall asleep. The tossing and turning, the blankets on and blankets off cycle, the knowledge that you’re probably annoying your partner even if they won’t admit it, the judgmental side-eye from your pets because you’re disturbing their slumber. Insomnia in older adults, though, could be caused … Continued
Glaucoma is a condition that causes damage to the optic nerve, eventually leading to vision loss and even blindness. In fact, glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness and affects more than 80 million people worldwide. Unfortunately, many don’t recognize the symptoms of glaucoma until after significant loss of vision has already occurred. While … Continued
When you think of Parkinson’s Disease, you probably think of some of the celebrities and sports stars who suffer from the disease, like Michael J Fox, Muhammad Ali, or Ozzy Osbourne, and one of the more visible symptoms of the disease is known as Parkinson’s shakes. According to the Mayo Clinic, Parkinson’s disease is a … Continued
At best, joint inflammation is uncomfortable. At its worst, it’s incredibly painful and can lead to stiffness, hindered mobility, and an often-permanent erosion of cartilage. Pain in the joints is usually associated with arthritis or other chronic medical conditions like tendinitis, but after years of wear and tear from regular use, joint pain comes for … Continued
The health benefits of exercise are well known. For younger adults, exercising can be easy. Long walks, YouTube videos, and even a local gym or community center can provide safe and easy access to staying fit and healthy. Finding the right types of exercises to do as a senior, though, can be a challenge. This … Continued
Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults 65 and older, affecting more than 14 million people each year. While common, falls are often preventable. Fall risk assessment tools can help identify your unique risks and help you stay safe and independent. Download Our FREE Guide to Home Safety What Is a Fall Risk … Continued
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is one of the scariest things that can happen during a doctor’s visit. Within moments, it can feel like your family’s entire life has been thrown into disarray. This is especially true when dealing with cancer in seniors, who may already have preexisting conditions or risk factors that make cancer even … Continued
Being homebound doesn’t mean you can’t have fun. There are plenty of ways for older adults to stay engaged and enjoy themselves while in the house. Furthermore, there are plenty of ways to assist homebound seniors so they can sit back and not worry about life challenges and necessities. In this post, we’ll review what … Continued
Did you know that over half of the people in the United States who are considered legally blind are over the age of 65? You can begin to lose your vision at any age, but vision loss tends to become more prominent and more problematic as we age. Download Our FREE Guide to Home Safety … Continued