Do you know that anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders? It impacts not just older adults, but young adults and even children as well. In fact, around 10% to 20% of older adults suffer or have suffered from anxiety. Even though it’s normal for everyone to feel anxious in certain stressful…
An estimated 45% of American seniors aged 85 and older are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease with 1 in 10 individuals aged 65 and over suffering from this as well. The most common cause of dementia among adults, Alzheimer’s disease’s notable symptoms include memory loss, difficulty speaking or expressing themselves, and issues with handling daily tasks…
Are you in your golden years and want to lead a full and fulfilling life? If you do, you need to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and here is how you can do so now. Physical Health The first part of a healthy lifestyle is to take care of your physical health. And that means to…
Keeping fit into your 60s is something to aim for. Even if you do not have a habit of exercising regularly, it’s never too late to start. When you are looking to start running in your 60s, it’s always a good idea to start out slow before increasing the intensity and frequency of your workouts.…
If you’re getting ready to retire, you might be wondering what you’ll do with the free time that will suddenly be at your disposal. Or maybe you’re concerned about where you’ll go and whom you’ll keep in touch with once you no longer need to work. No matter where your concerns lie, the chances are…
It’s normal to experience a degree of forgetfulness as we age, and you may even have joked about it in passing to your loved ones. However, what some older adults worry about is that mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can develop into dementia over time. Read on to find out about the differences between MCI and…
While Indiana isn’t a coastal state, there is a charming little town in the northwest along the stunning coast of Lake Michigan. The quaint town of Long Beach has all the same attractions you’d find in an ocean-based town and some hidden delights of its own. If you’re looking to retire near Long Beach, Indiana,…
Empty nesters start taking a look at their plans for retirement during their later years. This can encompass many types of living situations. Some people choose to downsize from a home to an apartment in the city. Other people keep the home for the holidays. Factors include access to medical services, the weather, real estate…
Feel like you’re not getting enough sleep, specifically good quality sleep, lately? Well, you might be suffering from insomnia. Insomnia is a sleep disorder that causes us to have a hard time falling and remaining asleep. Other people may also face the issue of waking up too early or constantly throughout the night, resulting in…
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, it can be difficult to know what to expect and how to prepare. This can lead to anxiety, depression, and stress for the person with the disease and their family members. A care community can provide assistance in meeting these needs by offering memory care programs specifically…