Social isolation is one of the biggest problems plaguing older populations. This doesn’t come as a surprise as many retirees lose their social resources as they age as well as experience more mobility issues. If you or your loved one is facing this issue, we have a few tips on ways you can prevent social…
One of the major psychiatric symptoms of middle to late-stage Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias include paranoia, hallucinations, and delusions. When an elderly individual is experiencing hallucinations and delusions, it can be common for caregivers to not understand how to respond. Unlike many other situations, a logical approach may not always be the best when…
Retirement is a stage in everyone’s lives that they must prepare for. Even though it is a widely relatable experience, having to prepare for retirement yourself can be simultaneously exhilarating and terrifying. As you will live on a fixed income, it is essential that you have a detailed and realistic retirement plan that can support…
It turns out that a sunny outlook on life may do more than make you smile. New studies suggest that there is an association between optimism and healthy aging. Being optimistic can lengthen your lifespan as compared to counterparts who are less optimistic. Optimists Live Longer Here’s a good reason to turn that frown upside…
In this day and age, aging in place has never been easier with advancements in technology and the creation of devices and apps to monitor health. There are so many easy-to-use features out there that even older individuals can familiarize themselves with. Benefits of Devices and Apps to Monitor Health for Older Individuals The elderly…
Asthma is a chronic airway disease that affects all ages but is widely misunderstood as a problem that only afflicts the younger generation. For some individuals, it may be a continuing issue from childhood. In addition to enhancing lung function, breathing exercises can also reduce the risk of an asthma attack. They cannot replace your…
It may seem like your loved one dealing with dementia has outbursts at the drop of a hat. To you, it may not be such a big deal since it is a very small inconvenience. However, it is highly likely that they’ve suddenly reached a breaking point from build-up frustrations from daily tasks. Anger in…