Memory loss in older adults is a prevalent issue. Clinicians and patients alike are frequently concerned that memory loss signals the onset of dementia. Such worry stems from the widely-held belief that memory loss is generally the first indication of dementia. However, most memory loss does not indicate the start of dementia. Common Causes of…
When it comes to daily activities, do you, or does someone you love, need a little bit of assistance? If you’re interested in seeking out personal care services in Allentown, Pennsylvania, look no further. Allow us to introduce you to a Rittenhouse Senior Living community known as Rittenhouse Village At Lehigh Valley. Customized lifestyle options…
Coloring is back! Surprisingly, coloring is not just beneficial for children, but also adults. There has been a rise in adult coloring books, filled with a variety of images, from simple characters to intricate patterns. Your loved one may be hesitant to get into the world of coloring as an older adult, but rest assured,…
Staying healthy as you age is vital to ensure that you live well into your golden years. You can slow down the effects of aging on your body by exercising, eating a healthy diet, and taking vitamins and supplements. But it’s also essential to recognize what health issues seniors face and how to treat them to…
For most of us, we would have contracted chickenpox as a child. One of the most common reassurances is that we are unlikely to recontract the infection. However, it is possible to experience a return of the virus in our lifetime. One third of the American population is likely to experience this returning infection, otherwise…
Ensuring the proper care of elders and showing them respect is, in most cultures, a top priority and an honorable endeavor. Unfortunately, where our retirement age citizens are concerned, financial, physical, and emotional abuse occurs every day. Though the thought is unfathomable to some of us, it seems others have no scruples or conscience. Making…
Though critical for the health of one’s body and mind, physical activity can be harder to come by during the winter months. But no matter the weather outside, it is absolutely essential – particularly for 55+ aged adults – to remain active. For a better overall quality of sleep, memory, health, and life all year…
If you are someone who loves spending time with nature or enjoys the cool evening breeze by the lake, then retiring in Portage, IN, might just be what you need. Even if you are someone that has never thought about spending time with nature or simply never had the opportunity to do so before retirement,…
It is inevitable that our state of health changes as we age. One of the health problems that older adults may encounter is cognitive decline. Some symptoms of cognitive decline include memory loss, having difficulty with multi-tasking, having shorter attention spans, and more. Although severe brain diseases like Alzheimer’s disease cannot be completely cured, it…
According to the Administration on Aging, around three in five individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease will wander. This potentially dangerous act as a result of cognitive decline can occur when an individual with dementia is looking for something or someone due to feelings of anxiety, fear, or discomfort. Wandering, also known as elopement, can…