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…
Moving to a senior living community can be difficult to adjust to, especially if you are away from your loved ones and no longer see them as frequently as you would like to. Nowadays, we can leverage technology such as video calls and Zoom to regularly stay connected with our loved ones. It is important…
Are you or your loved one becoming more forgetful as the years go by? Have you ever wondered what the difference is where forgetfulness vs. dementia is concerned? Is the risk of developing dementia particularly worrisome for you or a loved one? As we age, we all tend to become a bit more forgetful. But…
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…
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…
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…
Several life-threatening diseases can be the result of a smoking addiction. This is why the habit is being kicked by more and more people. Unfortunately, many adults still smoke and in doing so, put their health and welfare at risk. Is your retirement age loved one a smoker? Would you like to help them quit?…
For many seniors, their homes contain numerous objects which are memorable to them and which they are sentimentally attached to. Whether it is that children’s book lying around in the attic, or the grandfather clock in the living room, there are so many memories and nostalgia that these items have. However, there comes a time…
Contributing to the rising rate of chronic illnesses, sedentary lifestyles also have much to do with the obesity of Americans today. This applies to all age groups. For those in their golden years, however, there are even more significant effects and dangers related to being sedentary. For retirement-age individuals, the effects of sitting too much…