Delirium and dementia are two conditions that commonly occur in mature adults and can be hard to distinguish at times. Both conditions affect memory, judgment, and communication, making it hard to function daily. It may seem like a difficult task to differentiate the two, but there are many differences. Here are some of the factors…
Holistic health is a life approach that emphasizes the mind, body, and spirit’s connection to one another. It aims for holistic functionality to achieve maximum well-being. It requires one to take charge of their well-being along with the decisions that will impact their health. It focuses more on the good habits integrated into everyday life…
Proper dental hygiene practices are important to keep your mouth, gums, and teeth healthy, and free of diseases. It is common knowledge that brushing your teeth is essential, but more often than not, brushing alone is not enough. This is where flossing comes into play. By using dental floss, or any other tool, flossing is…
According to the American Dental Association, dental disease is one of the most popular reasons for emergency room (ER) and medical visits in the United States. For older adults, medical treatments and common types of chronic illnesses like diabetes can put them at a greater risk of facing dental-related health problems. Despite these, access to…
Assisted living communities are communities that help people with basic tasks. As our loved ones age, it may become harder and harder for them to perform regular chores such as cleaning, laundry, and even personal tasks such as bathing. When this happens, an assisted living community becomes an obvious choice. Here, residents get help with…
Most caregivers enter their role full of vitality and spark. They are ready to take on their new responsibilities, to provide for their loved ones in whatever way they can. However, caregiving is an emotionally and physically demanding task. Some caregivers suffer from burnout and are not able to fulfill their responsibilities as well as…
Being aware of what you put in your body by way of food is extremely important when you are attempting to maintain a healthy lifestyle. However, not all food is made equal, and some are better than others in terms of nutrition and taste. Superfoods generally refer to food products that are superior in…
One of the least talked about topics in the world is mental health. Age does not change this fact, which puts mature adults at risk of having poor mental health, depression, and anxiety. Mental health can be affected due to discrimination, poverty, relationships, and other factors. Without proper outlets to release their thoughts and further…
Making the transition from independent living to assisted living is difficult. Making the decision to send a loved one for assisted care alone can be a tough one. It is a difficult subject, due to the prevailing belief that if you truly love someone, you will live with them and act as their primary caregiver.…
Hydration in your loved ones is important. Dehydration happens when you lose or use more fluid than consumed, resulting in a lack of water in your body to perform its regular functions. Because of changes in our bodies and the way our kidneys work, we get dehydrated more quickly as we age. Dehydration symptoms in…