It is inevitable that our state of health changes as we age. One of the health problems that older adults may encounter is cognitive decline. Some symptoms of cognitive decline include memory loss, having difficulty with multi-tasking, having shorter attention spans, and more. Although severe brain diseases like Alzheimer’s disease cannot be completely cured, it…
Many people idealize retirement as a time of relaxation and happiness, but all the free time you have can cause you to lose your sense of purpose and become tired and bored. To not let this meaningful time become filled with anxiety, lead an active lifestyle by signing up for fun activities and participating in…
Identity theft is a serious problem for everyone, but older adults are especially at risk of being scammed. Older adults are often more susceptible to identity theft scams because they may have memory issues like dementia, or if they do not check their credit statements regularly. Identity thieves may also try to steal the identity…
Food and nutrition are extremely important for older adults to maintain a healthy lifestyle and lessen the risks of malnutrition and other illnesses. Due to various reasons, like a loss in appetite or a decrease in mobility, older adults may become less interested in shopping for groceries, preparing food, and eating. Learn more about some…
As we age, what we put into our bodies becomes increasingly important. We have to stick to a healthy diet and nourish our bodies properly so that we can continue doing the activities we like, enjoying retirement life, and having fun with our loved ones. Older women have unique dietary needs that differ from older…