When older adults have trouble connecting with younger generations, it can be hard for them to feel like they’re part of the world. On top of that, loneliness can make them even more isolated and helpless. It’s essential to understand what’s going on with older adults so we can help them feel less alone and…
The United States is facing an Alzheimer’s epidemic as the country grows older. And with age comes an increased risk of dementia, a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. For those caring for loved ones diagnosed with dementia, finding ways to help them cope with the condition can be challenging. Luckily, there are treatments for…
When you’re retired, the world opens up to you. You have more time to travel and explore your surroundings, yet sometimes that can feel like more of a challenge than it’s worth. After all, retirement communities are often located where few people live – but many local attractions or amenities are available nearby. If you’re feeling lonely…
When planning to move into a retirement community, there are many things to consider. You want to know that the community is going to be safe but also that it has plenty of activities available for residents and their families. You want residents in the community who are active and engaged with life, but also those…
The natural world is perfect for us. It’s filled with beauty and wonder and can help us feel connected to something bigger than ourselves. The benefits of going out in nature for seniors are many, and the risks are low. Below are just some of the ways that connecting with nature can improve your health and wellbeing as you…
The older you get, the more important it becomes to take whatever steps are necessary to maintain your mental well-being and physical health. You can help keep your mind sharp with activities such as writing and reading. In retirement communities, libraries, senior centers, and other locations, retirement-age individuals can take classes involving writing for mental…
The older you get, you may notice more and more friends moving away, passing away, or just drifting away. This can lead to isolation and loneliness in today’s retirees. Meeting other seniors and making new friends can be more difficult for some than for others. If it’s too hard, people may tend not to try…
We can’t stop the aging process. It is inevitable. If you have a parent who, as they age, seems to be having a harder and harder time with daily activities, it is a cause for concern. Maybe their house is always a mess. Are they losing weight? Maybe you feel like they aren’t eating the…
Once you reach your 50s, you might notice a thing or two going downhill, for lack of a better way to put it. Your hearing isn’t quite as good as it used to be. You might start playing the trombone with the newspaper when you’re trying to read it. You end up hitting the dollar…
Experts in the field of the human brain and how it works are constantly in search of information. Through studies, they’ve come to realize you can boost your brain health, and possibly even help prevent dementia, by making certain lifestyle choices. In other words, how you live your life could have everything to do with…