Do you have an aging loved one? If you spend significant time with them, you may notice they are appearing confused, restless, and/or have had mood swings lately. These may be sundowning symptoms. In patients with Alzheimer’s disease, more than 20% experience these symptoms. It can be a challenge to cope with Sundowner’s Syndrome. But,…
Do you consider yourself having a green thumb? Did you know there are numerous health benefits that can be enjoyed through gardening? Once the weather starts to get warm again, you might want to consider allowing your thoughts to turn to gardening. Naturally, for older adults, it’s important to make this hobby or pastime as…
Among professionals in the medical industry, more confusing terms and acronyms are used on a daily basis than one can even imagine. If you’re not professionally trained in the field of medicine, it can sound like a completely different language. Two acronyms are frequently referred to with respect to healthcare for older adults. These are…
As adults age, due to physical limitations, health concerns, busy schedules, and more, our passions and hobbies sometimes fall away. An important tool – recreational therapy – can assist retirement-age individuals in recalling activities they once enjoyed and reconnecting with them. Additionally, in a way that improves cognitive function, mental health, and physical health, they…
If you enjoyed gardening in your younger years, you probably remember all the physical activity that went along with it. While your physical activity may have waned a bit as you age, it doesn’t mean gardening is out of the question. It simply needs to be done at a safer level. For gardening safety, some…
