When Crafts Won’t Cut It: Engaging Activities Designed for Senior Men
For lots of older men, who have spent a lifetime on an important career, family, hobbies and interests, the concept of settling in for an afternoon of crafting is, at best, unsettling. The answer to identifying engaging activities designed for senior men is in first finding the time to dig back into the history of […]
March Is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Awareness Month
Feelings of exhaustion can seem to be a common occurrence for many of us. The alarm goes off too early, the demands of everyday life are taxing, and by the end of the day, as soon as we can once and for all sink into bed, it can be difficult to shut down our thoughts […]
Elderly Socialization Provides Important Health and Wellness Benefits for Older Adults
Senior isolation is a growing and very dangerous epidemic across the nation. Nearly 33% of all older adults live alone, and for a number of reasons (limited mobility, chronic health concerns, and loss of friends and relatives, just to name a few) elderly socialization ends up being more and more difficult to maintain. The truth […]
The Benefits of Protein for Seniors: Help With Faster Recovery
Pass the cheese, please! Current research studies are showing the benefits of protein for seniors, notably during times of stress, particularly when dealing with a chronic disease or acute illness, or getting ready for a surgical treatment or hospitalization, when protein is processed less efficiently. And even when seniors are healthy, protein is paramount to […]
National Bath Safety Month: Tips for Seniors to Reduce Fall Hazards
While you might consider your bathroom to be a safe sanctuary to relax and unwind with a soothing bath or invigorating shower following an extended day, for the elderly, the bathroom is probably the most dangerous room in the home. With slippery floors that are even slipperier when wet, closed-in spaces, and hard, unforgiving surfaces, […]
Get Moving! How Physical Activity Can Improve Cognitive Function in Seniors
Everyone knows how important it is to be active for our physical health; however, research is now revealing many more far-reaching health benefits – namely, a reduced possibility of developing Alzheimer’s disease and a slowed rate of cognitive decline in the elderly. The reason for the connection is uncertain, but there are two theories under […]
Traveling with a Senior Loved One This Holiday Season? These Stress Free Travel Tips for Older Adults Can Help!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – for family get-togethers! With many families separated by regional distance, or just as a result of the busyness of life, we all anticipate the chance to reconnect with close friends and family during the holiday season. And for the elderly, the chance to spend quality time […]
Senior Holiday Gift Giving Guide: Creative Ideas to Spark Joy
Doesn’t it feel great to find that perfect gift, one that will make your loved one’s face brighten with joy? When it comes to the cherished older adults in our lives, it is perhaps even more fulfilling, given that it can be challenging to come up with new and creative ideas. Seniors have a lifetime […]
News from the CDC: Antibiotic Resistance Is Increasing and More Seniors Are Impacted
Those days of going to the physician for a routine antibiotic are over, or should be soon. According to the CDC, antibiotic resistance is on the rise, and an astounding two million people annually are identified as having an antibiotic-resistant strain of disease. What’s more, a staggering 23,000 people die each year because of this. […]
Tips on Reducing Alzheimer’s Agitation During the Holidays
Reducing Alzheimer’s agitation is daunting on any given day, but add in disruptions to routine, extra visitors, decorations, and noise, and you may just have a recipe for increased anxiety and discomfort. The key to a pleasant holiday for both your family and your senior loved one with Alzheimer’s lies in pre-planning, remaining flexible, and […]