The aging process brings with it many changes that older adults and their family members might not expect. Being prepared for the next steps in your life will help you protect your physical and mental health as you age. Area…
Gardening comes with many benefits for people of all ages. But over time, it can become more difficult to maintain an outdoor garden. Kneeling down can put pressure on your joints, and digging in the dirt can strain your muscles. …
Your aging parent may be starting to show changes in their habits or their abilities to perform daily tasks, and you may not understand what to make of it, but it’s important to know that you’re not alone. Aging is…
The process of moving your aging parents into a nursing home comes with many stressors and lots of hassle, making for a struggle that you shouldn’t have to go through. You may have heard of the concept of “aging in…
Nothing is more confusing or complex than navigating your senior parent’s care. If you’re trying to convince your aging parent to consider assisted living, you know how difficult this can be. Many seniors feel that long-term care communities will crush…
Certain difficulties accompany the aging process, some of which you may not be prepared for as a caregiver. For example, many seniors struggle to navigate the bathroom because of limited mobility and health conditions. Unfortunately, falling in the bathroom and…
Aging with Dignity is an organization that defends seniors’ rights to respect, autonomy, and long-term medical care. It offers advance care planning through a document outline known as Five Wishes, where seniors can specify wishes for their own care. The…
The aging process affects everyone sooner or later. The media has created lots of stereotypes about aging, and almost all of them are negative. It’s important to avoid these common misconceptions about aging so you can treat your loved ones…
What does it mean to age in place? The answer depends on who you ask. Some organizations and people might say it's growing old safely and comfortably in any home environment. Others say that it’s remaining in a person’s same…
When it comes to caring for an elderly adult, there are lots of options to consider, from home care to geriatric care to assisted living communities. With so much available, it can be difficult to know what is right for…