A house that is messy and cluttered is not just an eyesore, but also poses numerous safety hazards for seniors. Clutter also affects you and your loved ones psychologically, by causing you to feel more stressed, anxious, and have poorer mental health. You may be unable to get good sleep because of the clutter or…
No matter how often you clean your house, it’s very normal to accumulate things over the years and end up with clutter. You might think it is too late or too much work to declutter now, but in reality, decluttering is very important in maintaining your health and wellbeing. A disorganized home can potentially cause…
If you are coping with a loved one who is experiencing paranoia, it can be hard to understand that they are not just simply ‘overthinking’. In fact, it is actually a type of mental health conditions that are called psychosis. It is possible that up to 23% of older adults will develop psychosis. For more…
Particularly in older adults, even the most basic tasks can be difficult to perform thanks to the stiffness and pain caused by arthritis. To manage pain from arthritis, medications may have been prescribed for your aging loved one. But if you, or they, are interested in relieving pain naturally, there are some methods to try…
As a foundational component of good health, a well-timed visit to the doctor regarding annual checkups and/or chronic conditions works wonders – or it used to. When you’re not feeling well, you put in a call to your physician, an appointment is made, you show up for an exam, your doctor diagnoses/treats you, and you’re…
As we age, our bodies change and so do our clothing choice. For most older adults, their choice of clothing is determined by both the functionality as well as the comfort of the clothing. In some cases, certain clothing choices are also made due to medical reasons. As such, clothing for older adults tends to…
Identity theft is a serious problem for everyone, but older adults are especially at risk of being scammed. Older adults are often more susceptible to identity theft scams because they may have memory issues like dementia, or if they do not check their credit statements regularly. Identity thieves may also try to steal the identity…
Alzheimer’s disease can lead to a progressive deterioration in the patient’s brain, which can cause cognitive and memory issues for these individuals. What is more heart-wrenching is the fact that such changes to their brain can also cause a wide range of behavioral issues. Those taking care of loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease may find…
Do you ever find yourself dreading the long cold winter months? Or find yourself extremely gloomy and tired during those periods? If so, then you could have been experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). A large majority of people who experience SAD are seniors. Here is how you can find out if your loved one is…
Lifelong learning is beneficial and important for seniors. Every day we are always learning something new, whether it is from watching the news, talking to our friends, or reading a book. The joys and quest for learning continue regardless of age. Learning doesn’t have to be confined in the classroom and there are countless learning…