Many people choose to age in their own homes rather than move to a retirement community or any other housing arrangement. This choice can lead to an increase in enjoyment in one’s golden years together with a greater sense of well-being. A retirement community is a peaceful and relaxing environment for older adults to enjoy…
Moving to an independent living community is a huge life decision. Looking for the right place to call home takes time and effort. So where do families and older adults start? Independent living communities vary widely. Most communities will provide you with healthy meals, social activities, housekeeping services, and transportation. But each community has its own…
Sunlight serves many functions. From radiating light and heat to power all the living things on earth to allowing plants to perform photosynthesis, there’s no denying that the presence of sunlight is the very reason why we’re going about our day. However, aside from the basic benefits of sunlight, many people may not be aware…
As you age, you may find that your appetite is not what it used to be, or you may have noticed this in an elderly loved one. It can be difficult to encourage your loved one to eat when this happens, yet it is necessary in order to keep in good health. Regardless of the…
It can be challenging to find a new living arrangement for yourself if you are aging, especially if you are not familiar with the senior living options available. To find the best fit, you have to know what types of housing and care are available and what are the differences between them. Eldercare comes on…
For loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, cognitive decline is a common sign that affects their ability to remember or think well. As such, there’s no need for saying that this will negatively impact their quality of life, preventing them from functioning independently and performing other daily tasks, such as…
Have you noticed that as you age, you start to experience back pains? Ranging from mild and moderate to intense pain, you may be wondering how you can manage back pain with age. The three most common causes of age-related back pain include spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and degenerative changes in joints and discs. Read on…
Are you a mature adult who often finds yourself feeling stressed out? If you are, it can be exhausting, and emotionally taxing on you. Thankfully, there are many ways to reduce your stress levels for someone your age. Here are the best stress-relieving tips for those in their golden years. Find Out What is Causing…
Experts say that many types of cancers are actually preventable. That is because some aspects of our lifestyles can make us less likely or more likely to get cancer. There are some steps you can take today to help prevent cancer and you want to be aware of them. These anti-cancer lifestyle programs are great…
A piece of unfortunate and alarming news: Alzheimer’s disease is rising in the United States. In fact, the number of older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease is expected to rise around the world by 2050. To give you a little perspective, there are currently 180,000 people aged 65 and above who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s…