The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many of us to stay at home or indoors to curb the spread of the virus, in addition to keeping us safe. We know that this is a difficult time, and many people have struggled, mentally and emotionally. This goes for your loved ones as well, considering they most likely…
Bathroom mishaps are a common occurrence yearly, with at least 235,000 Americans visiting the emergency room due to an accident in the bathroom. Bathroom floors are usually made with hard surfaces, slick floors, and pointed countertop corners, all making the bathroom a potentially hazardous and dangerous place for older adults. Here are some essential bathroom…
When it comes to medical marijuana, there is a lot of confusion as to what medical marijuana entails. Part of this confusion stems from the many myths around the use of marijuana. The other has to do with the fact that there is very little information in the public domain about what medical marijuana entails…
As defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), elder abuse refers to acts or lack of action that cause distress or harm to an older individual. This can occur as a singular event or take place continuously over a period of time. As long as your older loved one is in any relationship where there…
Proper dental hygiene practices are important to keep your mouth, gums, and teeth healthy, and free of diseases. It is common knowledge that brushing your teeth is essential, but more often than not, brushing alone is not enough. This is where flossing comes into play. By using dental floss, or any other tool, flossing is…
The media tends to portray senior living communities as a bunch of seniors sitting around in rocking chairs, either playing bingo or watching television all day. Luckily, times have changed since then and there are so many more options that you can explore in a senior living community every single day! Here at Rittenhouse Village…
When you are over 75 years old, you may face limitations regarding the kind of exercises that you can undertake. And yet, this is a moment when working out can give you great health benefits and help you stave off medical conditions. So, which are the best exercise programs for people who are over 75?…
Being aware of what you put in your body by way of food is extremely important when you are attempting to maintain a healthy lifestyle. However, not all food is made equal, and some are better than others in terms of nutrition and taste. Superfoods generally refer to food products that are superior in…
If you struggle with oxygen levels, you will be glad to know that there are several things that you can do to remedy the situation. Having low oxygen levels can be very problematic, as one is always out of breath. This makes participating in sports and other vigorous activities extremely difficult. On the serious end…
Clinical depression in seniors is becoming more common and this is a worrying concern for the country. However, only a small minority of seniors who suffer from depression are getting treatment and this may largely be due to the varied symptoms of depression that also depend on age range. To begin to understand depression in…