Table of Content1 Explain the Benefits2 Go Slowly3 Start Small4 Show, Don’t Tell5 Be Patient Seniors often have a difficult time adjusting to new technology, but using certain devices can promote their quality of life and increase cognitive function. Here are some tips to ease your senior loved one into…
Table of Content1 1. Vegetable2 2. Creamy Cauliflower/Pumpkin3 3. Minestrone4 4. Potato/Leek5 5. Barley/Mushroom6 6. Split Pea Soup has long been considered comfort food. It’s easy to make and is particularly welcome during the cold winter months. Homemade recipes are also healthier than store-bought varieties. When making your own soup,…
Table of Content1 1. Increase Physical Strength2 2. Remove Safety Hazards3 3. Add Contrast4 4. Address Inner Ear Anomalies5 5. Evaluate Medications Up to 30 percent of seniors fall each year. A loss of balance remains one of the main contributing factors that lead to falls. Here are a few…
Table of Content1 1. Add Yogurt to Breakfast2 2. Use Fermented Foods as Side Dishes3 3. Offer Drinks Rich in Probiotics4 4. Give Probiotics as Supplements Probiotics add helpful microbes directly to the digestive tract, benefitting brain function and lessening the symptoms of gastrointestinal problems such as inflammatory bowel disease….
Table of Content1 Focus on Healthy Eating2 Get Seniors Moving3 Provide a Sense of Purpose4 Encourage Socializing As many seniors experience age-related physical or cognitive decline, it can be difficult for them to live alone. If your elderly loved one has an age-related condition that makes the tasks of daily…
Table of Content1 1. Walking2 2. Engaging in Arts & Crafts3 3. Joining a Senior-Friendly Workout Group4 4. Cooking5 5. Performing Part-Time Work Seniors who want to live vibrant, healthy, and fun lives should remain active while aging. Being active can lead to better bone density, heart health, and brain…
Table of Content1 Identify the Good Things2 Enjoy a Distraction Together3 Lower Your Stress Hormones4 Be Selective about Your Sources of Support5 Focus on Your Inner Growth Maintaining a positive attitude helps seniors with dementia live longer and enjoy a better quality of life. However, you may face certain emotional…
Table of Content1 1. Avoid Burnout2 2. Recover from Sickness or Injuries3 3. Address Scheduling Conflicts4 4. Spend More Time with Other Loved Ones5 5. Enjoy Your Life If you provide care for an aging loved one on a regular basis, you know how it can be both personally rewarding…
Table of Content1 Say “Yes” More2 Try Pet Sitting3 Use Modern Technology4 Volunteer5 Take a New Class It’s common for older adults to become inactive and withdraw from social activities as they age. The isolation is often caused by stress, fatigue, limited mobility, and cognitive impairment. However, your elderly parent…
Table of Content1 How Do Older Adults Get Pneumonia?2 Why Is Pneumonia So Dangerous for Seniors?3 How Can It Be Treated & Prevented? The American Thoracic Society reports that approximately a million adults in the United States are hospitalized due to pneumonia each year. Also, out of the 50,000 people…