Can you think of something that will give your life a purpose, make you happier, increase your vitality and enable you to make friends? That’s right, the answer is pets! These furry creatures have a multitude of benefits for you and your loved ones if they are adequately taken care of. If you or your…
The fitness world has long been divided into two categories: exercises for the young and exercises for the old. Today, however, seniors are reclaiming their fitness rights, emphasizing safe and effective exercises they can use to stay fit while living independently at home or in an assisted living community. No matter your age, you can take…
While there may not yet be a cure available for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in the elderly, there sure are several measures you can take to considerably reduce the risk of developing and preventing macular degeneration and having to experience age-related macular degeneration related vision loss. As such, you should be diligent in taking the…
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…
While kidney diseases can develop anytime and happen to anyone, those that are above the age of 60 are at a much higher risk of developing kidney disease. After all, as you age, your kidney ages as well. According to estimates by researchers from Johns Hopkins University, approximately more than 50% of people that are…
As we grow older, it is inevitable that our appetite changes. For some people, appetite will increase which could lead to health complications like obesity and an increased risk for heart disease. However, for some, it may decrease which could lead to malnutrition. It is important to maintain good eating habits to stay strong, healthy,…
Getting started with an exercise routine can be intimidating, especially if you’re not used to regular physical activity. If you’re worried about injuries, losing endurance too quickly, or simply being too slow, don’t worry—you’re not alone! Losing weight and maintaining fitness are just as important in your 60s as they are in your 20s, and running is…
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.…
They say that dogs are man’s best friend but arguably this can be applied to any pet animal! Have you been considering getting a pet animal? Perhaps a cat or even a rabbit? Maybe you help pet sit your friends’ animals and find them unbelievably adorable. Apart from being cute, pets can help you and…
Recovery time can be a slow process, especially if you’re in your retirement years. However, you’ll have plenty of time to devote to rest. Besides getting quality rest, there are also several factors that can influence the speed of your recovery, this includes the severity of your condition and the type of operation you went…