During winter, the weather turns cold and you will have to deal with snow, rain, and sleet. The winter months can be a challenge especially for older adults and their caregivers. There are many contributing factors for death among the elderly during winter, including pneumonia, flu and falls that result in hospitalization. You need to…
Dysphagia is a serious condition that is commonly found in many older adults. This condition makes it hard for them to swallow food that has not been pureed. People with dysphagia may experience coughing, choking, or even pain if they attempt to swallow food. This can put many elderly at risk when they are eating.…
Swallowing problems can be quite common in older people. Some of them have trouble swallowing food or liquids. This condition is known as dysphagia and it can result in dehydration, malnutrition, or aspiration pneumonia. It is difficult watching someone having trouble swallowing and not knowing how to help. It is good for caregivers to know…
Spending your golden years relaxing at the beach is the ultimate dream shared by many Americans. The sandy shores and glistening waters are hard to resist when thinking of a place to have fun at. Florida, especially Venice, the perfect beachside city which is home to some of the best beaches in the country. It…
Although social media is still fairly new and different, older adults have been steadily adopting it as part of their lives. According to the surveys conducted by Pew Research Center, social media usage among those aged 65 and above have risen from just 5% in 2010 to an astounding 45% in 2021. Social media has…
