When she first heard the warning, it was a routine doctor’s visit for 72-year-old Margaret Lewis. Her immune system, her doctor explained, wasn’t bouncing back as it used to after a recent cold. It wasn’t just a personal concern—it was a wake-up call. For seniors like Margaret, immune health is not just about avoiding sniffles;…
When it comes to preventing memory loss in seniors, it seems like a tough battle. Millions of memories are affected across the globe every year. While this problem may be temporary for some elderly people, types of memory loss caused by diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s are often permanent. Although, there exists a wide…
Gardening for seniors can be a relaxing and healthy pastime. It is a way to provide some outdoor activity in the sun, and an important way to work with nature. Gardening is one of my all-time favorite activities. I spent this last weekend with my children out in the yard tilling the soil to lay…
Free or discounted medical services for seniors can come in handy. It might be the difference between your elderly loved one getting help, or the possibility of not being able to afford the treatment that they need, The cost of medical bills and prescriptions skyrocket every year. If you don’t have insurance or are underinsured…
The term aging in place has become a popular one in recent years. What exactly does it mean? It means that an elderly person can live independently for the longest amount of time. Many elderly people have a fear that at some point they will have to live in an assisted living home and most…
For caregivers dealing with dementia and other cognitive impairments, Validation Therapy is a kind and gentle approach. According to Fiona Gibson, whose mother is suffering from Alzheimer’s: “At the time, I had never heard of Validation Therapy, a ground-breaking approach which says instead of trying to bring a loved one back to reality, instead you should…