Exercising is one of the best things seniors can do for their health, but many older adults don’t know how much they should be working out every week. It often seems like every expert has a different opinion on this issue, which can lead to quite a bit of confusion. Here is a quick look at some basic rules seniors…
A dementia diagnosis is upsetting, but it helps to remember the prognosis is different for everyone. While dementia does progress through stages, there are many things you and your aging loved one can do to slow it down and even halt the cognitive changes associated with the disease. 1. Drop Negative Habits Smoking and excessive alcohol use are two habits…
Statistics suggest that up to 15 percent of older adults experience anxiety disorder. The condition is also often displayed in seniors diagnosed as having cognitive impairment secondary to various types of dementia. To better understand a possible correlation between the two disease processes, researchers from around the world performed a variety of studies. They learned that because anxiety causes different…
Black Friday is a great opportunity for caregivers to purchase items on their caregiving wish list. The post-Thanksgiving sales offer a wide range of items that can make a caregiver’s life a little bit easier. Here are five awesome things caregivers should buy on Black Friday. 1. Slow Cooker Caregivers who have difficulty fitting meal prep into their weekly schedule…
Found primarily in meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and other animal products, vitamin B12 is one of the most important nutrients for aging adults. This key vitamin is used to create a lot of important cells in the body, so seniors need at least 2.4 mcg of vitamin B12 per day. However, it’s difficult for seniors to absorb vitamin B12. The…
One of the leading causes of death among seniors is cardiovascular disease. However, the elderly can reduce their odds of developing cardiovascular issues by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Boosting heart health requires a lot of commitment, along with encouragement from family caregivers. Here are some tips on how you can boost your aging parent’s heart health. Serve Low-Sodium Foods The…
Retirement is a phase of life almost everyone looks forward to. It's a time for seniors to relax, enjoy greater freedom, and explore opportunities they didn't have time to look into when they were busy working and raising a family. Far too many older adults make the golden years more difficult than they should be. If your aging loved one…
After providing care to an aging loved one with Alzheimer’s for a while, you may begin to lose sight of some basic concepts that affect his or her health and happiness. Make sure to remind yourself of these essential truths about Alzheimer’s care from time to time so you can always be at your best. 1. Each Stage Requires Different…
With age, mild memory loss is normal and to be expected. However, rampant forgetfulness puts your senior loved one's health, safety, and security at risk. The following fun activities can help the brain encode, consolidate, and retrieve information. 1. Singing in Groups Even in a senior with dementia, music memory is retained. Singing activates the brain regions where these impressions…
A urinary tract infection occurs whenever bacteria infects the urinary tract in harmful levels and causes intense urges to urinate, pain while urinating, fever, and lower back pain. Even a very mild urinary tract infection can be uncomfortable, and if it becomes more severe, it can become a dangerous infection throughout the body. If your senior loved one experiences recurring…