Have you noticed your loved ones refusing to throw away things like old shoes and clothes that they do not use? Or has their living space become so cluttered and unsanitary that it is no longer a healthy environment to live in? If these are some issues that your loved ones are facing, it may…
Sundowning symptoms of dementia are challenging to manage. People with dementia might get more agitated, confused, and anxious later in the day. They may have disrupted sleep schedules or become restless at night. These sundowning symptoms can be disruptive and negatively affect your loved one’s quality of life. This behavior tends to happen in the…
Swimming is one of the best workouts for anyone looking to be active. Not only is it an amazing cardio workout, but it is also gentle on the joints and great for anyone looking for a restorative activity. However, not everyone is able to swim out in the sea with amazing views, most people will…
Although the benefits of daily meditation are widely documented, many experts believe that meditation offers older adults with an even broader range of mental, physical, and emotional health benefits. Meditation is an important aspect of many older adults’ busy, healthy lifestyles. A daily commitment to meditation can help older adults to enhance their mood, decrease…
There are things people do every day that most of us take for granted. Things like getting dressed, bathing, eating, and the like. You can hear these tasks referred to as ADLs or activities of daily living, particularly when referring to retirement age adults who may be lacking in cognizance or the ability to do…
We all lose part of the functionality we had when we were younger as we get older. Muscles get shorter and less elastic as we age, joints become weaker, and our range of motion decreases. Resistance training has been shown to reduce the impacts of age-related muscle loss, as well as the consequences of bone-related…
Volunteering is a great way for older adults who are retired to give back to the community as well as to stay fit and active. Volunteering can also enable older adults to socialize and have meaningful conversations with other people. If you or your loved ones want to gain a sense of purpose through volunteering…
Older adults who have dementia are more vulnerable to elder abuse. Some of them might indeed be making false accusations that their family members are mistreating them. However, there are cases in which they are actually being abused. Due to their impaired memory, judgment, and communication skills, they are susceptible to abuse by caregivers. Elder…
Zumba has become one of the most common exercise programs that is available to the masses. More importantly, it has begun to catch the interest of older adults as well. If you are considering signing up for a Zumba program, here is some information that might help you before your session. What Is Zumba? Surprisingly,…
One of life’s basic joys is reading a book. In a world when screens are everywhere, it’s easy to lose sight of the pleasure of cuddling up with a good book. It’s also simple to miss the numerous benefits of reading. In addition to improving sleep, reducing stress, and other benefits, reading can also help…