As dementia develops, who is usually the first to notice? Answer: A family member or friend. Something may seem off. Your loved one may be getting lost while driving. Bills aren’t getting paid. Things that should be remembered are suddenly forgotten. Caregivers experience physical and emotional toll while watching their loved ones progress through the…
Dragon fruit, a.k.a. pitaya, is a cactus fruit indigenous to South America and Asia. Dotted with black seeds, its soft white fruit is hidden with a bright green and hot pink outer skin. For its exotic appearance, it has been largely undervalued. But now, as a healthy snack for older adults, its unique attributes are…
When one develops memory-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, they may find it difficult to not only remember events that have happened in a short span of time, but they may also suffer from impairments in certain human abilities and skills such as communication. As such, it is not uncommon to find difficulty in communicating…
After retirement, many older adults have more free time to spend with their grandchildren. You may be in charge of taking care of your grandkids when their parents are busy with work. Spending time with your grandkids allows you to bond with them emotionally, but you may be worried about what to do during your…
Communicating with your loved ones who are suffering from memory problems may be difficult. However, you can deploy some suitable strategies to help bridge the communication gap and foster a more fulfilling relationship between you and your loved ones. If you are one of the caregivers who are facing such communication problems, you are not…
As we age and our body becomes frailer, it is crucial that your body is given sufficient nutrients to help maintain a proper weight. This can be achieved by healthy eating, which can help seniors remain independent and active, giving them a sense of freedom that can often wane with old age. Healthy eating also…
High blood pressure or hypertension is a very serious issue that is common among seniors. Roughly 45% of seniors suffer from high blood pressure and only 1 out of 4 of them have this condition under control. Although it has no visible symptoms, high blood pressure is deadly as it increases the risk of fatal…
You may find it increasingly difficult and burdensome to maintain and manage a household all by yourself. This may be a sign that it is time to simplify your lifestyle and downsize. Downsizing is a process whereby people opt to move to a more appropriately sized home. This typically means moving to a smaller home…
Particularly for retirement-age individuals, falls are a serious matter. Even if injuries do not occur, the fact that they fell could be a warning sign. Falls and injuries are more likely to occur when certain underlying issues are present. To improve the situation and be proactive, your loved one should be checked out by a…
Do you have an aging loved one whose health and welfare you constantly worry about? To give them a better quality of life and boost their health, it’s essential they stay as fit and physically active as possible. The risk of certain health conditions can be far lessened – particularly for 55+ adults – through…