Warning Signs of Senior Citizen Abuse: Take These Steps to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe
It breaks our hearts to listen to stories from the news of vulnerable seniors who have suffered mistreatment and abuse, and perhaps it may seem as though it’s something that will happen to “someone else” – definitely never to our own loved ones. However, up to five million seniors in the United States are the […]
Natural Disaster Safety and Preparedness Plans for Seniors
Tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, and various other natural disasters occur suddenly, and although it’s important for all of us to have an emergency plan set up, it’s extremely important for senior loved ones, who may be challenged with mobility or chronic health problems. Since September is National Preparedness Month, it is an ideal chance to ensure […]
Immunizations for Seniors: Learn the Latest Recommendations
In spite of an increased emphasis from the medical community in regards to the importance of immunizations for older adults, a large segment is still not heeding the information – putting these seniors at risk for serious illness and even death. In reality, one out of three adults over age 65 opted against receiving a […]
Pool Workouts Help Seniors Stay Active and Beat the Heat
There is almost nothing better than a refreshing dip in the pool to beat the July heat, and with the buoyancy of the water, it gives the additional benefit of the perfect low-impact environment to help the elderly remain active while relieving pressure to joints. Make certain to seek advice from an older adult’s physician […]
Ensuring Senior Citizen Safety While Promoting Independence
When a senior loved one is finding it difficult to accomplish an activity, our first instinct, with all the very best of intentions, is usually to step in and do it ourselves. But is this really supporting a senior loved one – or could it be hindering? The stark reality is, there is a fine […]
Proper Medication Management for Seniors Means Better Outcomes
“Take 2 hours after eating. Avoid exposure to sunlight while taking this medication.” “Take on an empty stomach. Do not take with aspirin.” “Take twice per day with food and a full glass of water. Can result in excessive drowsiness.” Picture trying to effectively manage multiple medications, from a number of doctors, taken at several […]
The Senior Health Benefits of Using Nature to Nurture
Is there anything better after the extended, cold winter than finally having the ability to open up the windows and to allow the clean, warm, springtime breezes to blow through the home? Something in the sights, smells, and sounds of nature provides us with a pick-me-up, which is why it’s so essential for senior loved […]
Stretches for Flexibility Help Seniors Improve Mobility
It is a common belief that growing older directly corresponds to decreased mobility and flexibility. While it’s not untrue that conditions such as osteoarthritis affect a great many older adults, it is likewise correct that there are proactive techniques which can be taken to establish optimum strength and stamina within your later years. One of […]
Struggling with Senior Sleep Issues? Try These Ideas to Combat Insomnia in Seniors!
Tossing and turning. Staring at the clock. Counting sheep. If this represents a regular evening for your aging loved one, know that he or she is far from alone. While seniors have the need for between seven and nine hours of sleep every night, around 50 percent of all adults over age 65 report difficulties […]
When Alzheimer’s Gets Physical: Effective Tips to Diffuse and Redirect
Of the myriad of daunting behaviors that tend to manifest in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, perhaps the most perplexing is physical violence. Even a previously mild-mannered senior can be prone to outbursts, especially in the more advanced stages of the disease, caused by several of factors: decreased self-control and inhibition, mental distress, physical pain or […]