Alongside smoking, high blood pressure, and obesity comes another unexpected factor in premature mortality. Social isolation and loneliness pose health risks that not many know about but have been linked to the early onset of dementia as well as other illnesses and diseases. The older population above the age of 65 is especially susceptible to…
Parting with your family home is a tough and personal decision that no one ever really wants to make. There are countless factors to consider before deciding to move your loved one from their home to memory care living in Bonita Springs, FL, and among those factors would definitely be urgency. Conditions such as dementia…
The idea of moving into a retirement community may be intimidating, especially for introverted souls. Perhaps there are worries about not having adequate privacy or being swarmed by too many social programs or simply not having your interests and hobbies being catered to. However, whether you prefer spending time alone or have grown introverted over…
As we grow older, our ability to stay physically active and prepare healthy balanced meals for ourselves decreases, and for those with diabetes, their ability to manage symptoms and blood-sugar levels can decline, which could spell even more trouble as they can flare into severe complications. If diabetes is not kept under control, it can…
Alzheimer’s disease causes brain cells to die, resulting in the shrinking of the brain and the deterioration of behavioral, cognitive, and social functioning. This makes it difficult for those suffering from Alzheimer’s to handle daily tasks by themselves as they eventually suffer severe memory loss and lose the ability to live independently as the disease…
Affordable long-term care is a controversial topic for aging adults in The Sunshine State. More than a quarter of Florida’s population is above 60 years old and by 2030, they will make up more than a third of the state’s population. It is never too early to start thinking about potential hospital bills and more,…
It is no surprise that as we age, our senses deteriorate. Our ability to see, hear and taste can dull and fade. It is therefore important to make a conscious effort to maintain and improve them as we grow older in order to live out the rest of our golden years fruitfully. Adopting a healthy…
Are you considering if it is time for your loved ones to move to an assisted living home in Naples, FL? After all, not only are assisted living homes incredibly beneficial for your loved ones, but the dedicated and compassionate team members can assist your loved ones best. With that said, it can be difficult…
As you might already know, senior homes are incredibly beneficial in a magnitude of ways. Ranging from a better social life to improved physical, mental, and emotional health, these are just some of the many higher quality-of-life benefits you can enjoy. So, you might be wondering, why don’t I share all these joy with my…
Are you thinking of moving your loved ones to retirement homes in Cape Coral, FL? After all, if you are the primary caregiver for your loved ones, there will come a point in time where their physical, emotional, and medical needs become too much for you to handle alone. Additionally, retirement communities can also offer…