What You Need to Know about Arthritis and Senior Care Arthritis is a medical condition many seniors struggle with. Learn more about this type of disease. Did you know that arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States? Many seniors struggle with this type of disease. Over 54 million adults in the US have been diagnosed with a form of arthritis. Since the condition is common a…Read More
How do we want to be treated when we get to the end of our lives? What decisions would we like made on our behalf if we are unable to make them? Life is uncertain. It’s important to have a plan in place. An Advance Directive is a document to let family and medical professionals know your desires should something happen. Work with your loved one to get these documents drafted while they are sti…Read More
Children aren’t the only ones who pipe up with “I’m bored. There’s nothing to do.” Our older family members often feel the same way. As we age, the things that interested us in our younger years either have long since been conquered or we are simply unable to do those things with the same aptitude. Sometimes our loved ones are simply too tired to come up with new activities that suit the…Read More
As Seniors Age, Their Risk of Disease and Health Problems Increases. Preventative strategies can help seniors live healthier lives with fewer risks. 60% of older adults manage two or more chronic conditions, according to one study. Some conditions that affect seniors are preventable; others aren’t but may be improved if they are recognized early enough. (Healthypeople.gov) There are several prev…Read More
Diet and nutrition changes as an individual ages. Find out how to eat healthy after age 50, while still enjoying food. Seniors who have been discharged from the hospital do not always have guidance and follow-up on how to get proper nutrition. Caregivers should work nutrition into their care plan and be knowledgeable about nutrition guidelines for seniors, and the different factors that affect d…Read More
Too many seniors are injured as a result of falls. Learn what caregivers and seniors can do to reduce the risk of falling. Believe it or not the CDC has found that the leading cause of death and injury among older Americans is falling down. For their own safety, caregivers and their seniors must take steps to reduce fall risks. The dangers of falls for seniors are numerous. Everything from minor…Read More
It might surprise you to learn that older adults watch more television than younger people do. Watching TV comprises most of the leisure time for adults aged 70 to 105 years old. Television can be an avenue to learning new things, connecting with the world, creating a diversion, and providing some light entertainment. However, it can also supplant physical or recreational activities and real-world…Read More
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) each year 48 million illnesses, 128,000 hospitalizations, and 3,000 deaths in this country can be traced to foodborne pathogens. We’ve probably all heard our older loved ones comment that they have always (insert poor food storage adage here) and it was fine. However, bacteria have evolved since their youth. There are both more ty…Read More
Many factors can affect the taste of food for older individuals. Make these tasty recipes for them and they’ll get the nutrition they need and a meal they’ll want to eat again. As people age many factors including medicine, joint problems, digestion and loss of vision, taste and smell can make food less appealing and lower older adults’ ability to shop, cook and eat. It’s important that se…Read More
Outdoor Activities for Seniors to Enjoy During the Summer Getting outside during the summer offers actual health benefits to seniors. A Harvard Health study explains that time in the sun raises Vitamin D levels and improves moods. (health.harvard.edu) For many seniors, a regular mood boost provided by outdoor activity can significantly enhance quality of life. With health and safety in mind, senio…Read More
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