Head Trauma in Seniors May Lead to Traumatic Brain Injuries
When you think of a traumatic brain injury (TBI), your initial thought may be a sports-related accident, such as a football player crashing head-first into a rival, or even a head-on collision in a car accident – something less likely to impact the elderly. Nevertheless, the prevalence of head trauma in seniors is much more […]
Tips on How to Manage Osteoarthritis
Impacting 30 million individuals within the U.S. alone, osteoarthritis is a debilitating and painful condition that results due to the wearing away of cartilage, creating friction in the joints as unprotected bones rub against one another. Although it may appear in almost any joint, it’s most prevalent in the hands, hips, knees, lower back, and […]
When Crafts Won’t Cut It: Engaging Activities and Hobbies for Elderly Men
For numerous older men, who’ve spent a lifetime on a meaningful career, family, hobbies and interests, the concept of settling in for a day of crafting is, to say the least, unpopular. The secret to finding interesting activities and hobbies for elderly men is in first taking the time to dig back into the history […]
Understanding Chronic Fatigue in the Elderly
Feelings of exhaustion can seem like a common occurrence for a number of us. The alarm goes off too early, the demands of day-to-day life are draining, and by the conclusion of the day, as soon as we can finally sink into bed, it may be hard to turn off our thoughts to achieve a […]
Isolation in Seniors and the Importance of Continued Socialization
Isolation in seniors is an increasing and extremely serious epidemic across the nation. Up to 33% of all the elderly live alone, and for a variety of reasons (limited mobility, chronic health issues, and loss of family and friends, just to name a few) socialization becomes very challenging to maintain. The reality is, the negative […]
How Protein Intake Affects Seniors and Helps with Faster Recovery
Pass the eggs, please! Current research is highlighting the necessity of a protein-rich diet for seniors, in particular during instances of stress, such as when battling a chronic disease or acute illness, or preparing for a medical procedure or hospitalization, when protein is digested a lot less efficiently. And even when seniors are healthy, protein […]
Home Modification Tips to Keep Bathrooms Safe for Seniors
Even though you may consider your bathroom to be a safe place where you can relax and rest with a soothing bath or invigorating shower at the end of an extended day, for older adults, the bathroom is actually probably the most dangerous room in the house. With slippery floors that are even slipperier when […]
Get Moving! The Positive Effects of Exercise on the Brain for Seniors
We know how important it is to be active for our physical health; however, research is now revealing even more far-reaching health benefits – namely, a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and a slowed rate of cognitive decline in seniors. The reason behind the connection is not clear, but there are two main theories […]
Travel Tips to Help Seniors Enjoy the Holiday Season
It is the most wonderful time of the year – for family get-togethers! With many families separated by geographic distance, or just due to the demands of a busy life, we all look forward to the opportunity to reconnect with family members over the holiday season. And for aging parents, the opportunity to enjoy quality […]
Struggling to Find the Perfect Gifts? Try These Senior Holiday Gift Ideas!
Doesn’t it feel wonderful to locate that ideal gift, the one that will make your loved one’s face light up with joy? When it comes to the seniors we love, it is perhaps even more fulfilling, as it can be challenging to come up with new and creative ideas. The elderly have years’ worth of […]