Seeing your loved ones disoriented and making repeated requests to go home can be frustrating for caregivers. Dementia damages parts of the brain, and causes one to experience the world in a vastly different way than before. The phrase “I want to go home” is more often than not a request for comfort and reassurance…
Once you have settled the moving process and unpacked the boxes, it is time to explore this new, exciting chapter of senior living. It may be overwhelming but do not do it all in just one day. It is perfectly fine for you to take one step at a time to slowly ease into the…
Diabetes amongst seniors is a highly prevalent problem that can affect all aspects of their life. If you are suffering due to diabetes, this article is for you. One of the best ways to combat the negative side effects caused due to diabetes would be by altering your diet. Since your diet is what mainly…
What if we tell you that there’s a miraculous antidote that can enhance your moods, reduce your medication use, supply your daily dosage of vitamin D, and improve your sleep? This solution isn’t in the form of a magic potion and it’s completely free and easily obtainable. It’s as simple as putting on your shoes…
Finding the right hobby to try out in retirement can be tough. With the abundance of time that you have, you surely want to be able to spend it doing something you enjoy. Doing something artsy, particularly drawing, is an excellent hobby to try out! It is simple to pick up and it comes in…
Once you’ve decided to care for an elderly loved one or family member with special needs, you may wonder if it’s right for you and if you are prepared to make this commitment long-term. It’s natural to feel anxious about the task before you, but respite care can provide important advantages that will benefit you…
As adults age and enter their retirement years, there is great emphasis on them to keep busy so that their minds can remain sharp. Being an active older adult, this can mean taking a walk each morning or going out to dinner with friends. Some may even continue to do part-time work if they prefer.…
Everyone requires socialization in order to stay happy and healthy. For those living with dementia, however, socialization is more than just a talk with people. It has a great impact on their overall health and this is because it keeps them grounded to the present moment. These individuals often daydream as a coping mechanism to…
It can be scary to see your loved ones with memory loss be disoriented and agitated. It is common for those with Alzheimer’s disease to have such symptoms, especially during the late afternoon and carry on into the night. Your loved ones now take more time to accomplish tasks that may have once been effortless,…
The aging population is a problem that plagues many countries and societies around the world. Just in the United States alone, there are more than a million seniors who choose to live in assisted living communities. These facilities are places where seniors can go to interact and socialize with their peers who are of similar…