As we age, it is normal to experience deteriorating vision. However, just because it’s a natural part of life, it does not give older adults an excuse to neglect their eye health. In this post, we’ll review what you need to know about eye care at home for the elderly. Download Our FREE Path to … Continued
The benefits of massage are well documented for folks of any age, but specialized massages for seniors can have unique health benefits. Geriatric massage specifically targets problem areas in an aging body to help address common issues that plague seniors — including poor blood circulation, pain from arthritis, and reduced mobility. In this post, we’ll … Continued
When it comes to old people and the flu, it can often lead to a hospital stay and can prove to be fatal. However, there are ways to counteract the relationship between influenza and the elderly. In this post, we’ll review: Download Our FREE Guide to Around-the-Clock Care Are There More Risks for Seniors With … Continued
We know that staying active and moving is crucial to our health as we age. Flexibility and mobility exercises can help keep our muscles and joints in shape, and movement keeps our hearts healthy as well. But what happens when our senior loved one is confined to their bed? We bet you didn’t know there … Continued
Dental care for seniors can often be overlooked. Because older adults are prone to a myriad of more immediately threatening issues, good oral hygiene may fall by the wayside. Studies show that seniors who neglect oral health experience negative impacts on both their general health and their quality of life. In this post, we’ll explore … Continued
As the population of the United States grows older, many seniors wish to age in place. Aging in place refers to an elderly person choosing to stay in their home and community as they age, rather than move into a nursing home or assisted living facility. Why do seniors want to stay in their homes? … Continued
We always hear about the importance of drinking eight glasses of water a day but let’s face it, water is not always the tastiest beverage. However, water is vital for older adults, especially. And luckily, there are ways to incorporate it into one’s diet even if they don’t like water. Why is water important for … Continued
Pneumonia is an often serious infection caused by bacteria or puss filling air sacs in the lungs. Both age and overall health can have a major impact on the severity of the infection and how quickly your body will be able to recover — making it especially serious for seniors. In this post, we’ll identify … Continued
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder of the nervous system, which is a network of nerve cells that control many parts of your body, including movement. While living with Parkinson’s disease, the conditions for the degenerative brain condition worsens over time. Can you live with Parkinson’s disease? And if so, how long do the elderly … Continued
Did you experience a few sunburns when you were younger? It may surprise you to learn that having five or more sunburns doubles your chance of getting melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer. In fact, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer worldwide, and one in five Americans will develop skin … Continued