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Innovations for seniors can help families or caregivers struggling with providing care for aging loved ones. The best care for your loved ones starts with you. You want to make sure that they are happy and healthy, but sometimes it’s hard to know what changes need to happen in their lives. With aging, tasks that used to be mindless and straightforward can become extremely difficult, especially when accompanied by an age-related disease like Parkinson’s or -
We often overlook physical health for seniors. We must continue making physical health accessible to the elderly so they can remain independent and active as long as possible. Everyone has heard “a body in motion stays in motion” when referring to physical health. However, aging often brings obstacles that impede our ability to maintain our strength, balance, and coordination. Whether you’ve had a recent injury or have just found yourself inactive, maintaining physical health is -
When discussing assisted living vs. nursing homes, some people might not know the difference. It would help if you recognized what sets them apart before choosing which one would work best for your family. As we age, things that used to be second nature can become complicated. Reminders of aging are usually gradual. Reaching for a pair of reading glasses turns into wearing bifocals during all waking hours. Then, suddenly, bending becomes difficult. We can’t -
Early-onset Alzheimer’s disease is not common, and it’s difficult to diagnose, because of shared symptoms with many other diseases and disorders. However, early diagnosis is important, as early treatment may help manage further symptoms. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting up to 40% of those over 85. This disease changes behavior, cognition, and memory. Researchers have found that two proteins—beta-amyloid (plaque) and tau (tangles) damage nerves in the brain. As a -
In this article, we will discuss three useful tips for caregivers. Being a caregiver for seniors with dementia is no simple task. It can be a difficult and emotionally draining experience for both the seniors and their caregivers. The stress and frustration of caring for seniors with dementia can often create feelings of isolation, exhaustion, and hopelessness among those who don’t know where to turn or who they can talk to about their problems. . -
Fall is quickly approaching. There’s a chill in the air, and the leaves are starting to turn lovely shades of orange, red, and yellow to give them their marvelous splendor. Activities for seniors with dementia might seem hard to find. Yet, the reality is there are ways to ensure that each activity is worth the time for seniors and their family members. When you live with someone who has Alzheimer’s or another dementia, fall can