Most people like the idea of downsizing after retirement, as a smaller space usually means fewer rooms to clean and less yard work to do, freeing up expenses that you or your loved ones could put towards enjoying the golden years. Here are some tips on how to maximize small space when downsizing after retirement.…
The connections between neurons are just like muscles, they need to be worked every day to become stronger. Fortunately, people in their golden years can do this through various crafts for seniors designed to improve cognitive skills, stimulate the brain and enhance memory. These crafts are not only healthy for the brain, but they are…
Dementia is a progressive health condition. This means that symptoms start out mild at first, but worsen over time. For older adults diagnosed with dementia, you may find that their memory and comprehension skills will decline along the way, making it much harder for them to remember information, think, and reason. Therefore, in order to…
Cognitive decline and memory problems can affect your mental health. Common symptoms include anxiety and (bipolar) depression. These issues, particularly mood disorders, can have an adverse effect on your mental, physical, and social functioning, leading to complications in the treatment of chronic disorders. Such issues are often overlooked, as these symptoms appear to stem from…
You don’t need to be a marathon runner in order to benefit from a stretching routine. As we age, we are more likely to experience tight muscles. These can pull on our bones, making us feel stiff and experience aches. Stretching for older adults brings about a number of benefits such as an increase in…
Any activity that will stimulate the brain of your loved ones will probably be beneficial to them. Stimulating their brains through games is a great way to keep conditions such as dementia at bay. It is also an easy way to keep them entertained and stave off the effects of stress and boredom. Brain games…
Blood clots can be dangerous to health. Along with obstructing arterial and venous blood vessels, blood clots can also commonly break free and travel through the bloodstream, increasing the risk of heart attacks, pulmonary embolisms, or strokes. You or your loved ones need to take care of your health to prevent the formation of blood…
With many independent living communities available in the United States, older adults may be confused about deciding on one that’s best suited for them. When it comes to choosing an independent living community, there are many considerations to take note of in order to achieve a lifestyle that’s not only affordable but also accessible and…
Puzzles are a hobby for older adults to not only enjoy, but also benefit from. Puzzles improve short-term memory, concentration, cognitive functions, analytical skills, social interaction while alleviating stress in seniors. Puzzles come in many levels of difficulty and different designs. They are also categorized based on subject and style, so everyone can choose a…
You might be happy to find out that there are many benefits of an independent retirement community. First of all, you don’t have to worry about cleaning, cooking, and housekeeping since these tasks are taken care of by the team members working in the retirement community. This means that you have more time to do…