Managing high blood pressure is important for older adults, as it is a serious condition that can lead to other complications. Only 1 in 4 have the condition under control. High blood pressure is known as the silent killer as you cannot see the symptoms. But it damages the blood vessels and also increases the…
You may have spent the majority of your life caring for others, but as you grow older, it may suddenly become challenging to care for yourself. That’s a change that you can’t deny or ignore. You might be suffering from a chronic condition, or you could be experiencing pain, balance, strength, or mobility concerns. You…
In some areas and in some ways, the isolation caused by the coronavirus is lessening – for the time being, at least. It might sound like heaven to some, to kick back, stay home, and spend the day watching Netflix. But self-isolation and the lifestyle changes that accompany it can be difficult for others. Activities…
Grandchildren are one of the greatest blessings that older adults can receive in life – however, it can sometimes be hard to think of activities that both you and them can enjoy together. To help you get started, we have compiled a list of things that you can do with your grandkids the next time…
Yoga is one of the most suitable activities for people as they age, as it is slow-paced and more static in nature. Your loved ones are able to benefit from doing Yoga, and though some of your loved ones might not be as mobile, there are still some activities of yoga that they can do.…
Elderly hoarding occurs when an elderly person compulsively buys and keeps objects and refuses to throw them away despite the mess they have caused in the living space. It leads to significant health and safety issues, especially for older adults who may have underlying health conditions, or who have reduced mobility because of the extreme…
According to a study, most homeowners who are approaching retirement want to stay in their own homes as they grow older. Families and older adults need to incorporate home safety tips and follow a home safety checklist. This is to prevent injuries, increase independence and reduce fall risks while aging at home. These steps can…
A diet that is low in sodium is extremely important for many individuals, especially those who are getting on in age. If you are not fully convinced about this idea, we at Aston Gardens at Sun City Center would love to enlighten you as to why a low sodium diet would be beneficial to you…
If you were asked to identify one weakness where your diet is concerned, what would you say? Numerous individuals, when asked, identified sugar as a problem. It’s tough to avoid sugar completely, even if you don’t particularly have a sweet tooth. These days, it seems that sugar is added to everything from processed foods to…
It can be difficult to determine healthy and suitable foods for a stronger immune system. This has left certain seniors uncertain about what to feed themselves. Statistically, older people consume less food and have less variety in their meals. It does not have to be this way. As a general rule of thumb, go for…