We know that older adults living alone often experience social isolation and chronic feelings of loneliness, which can have a serious effect on their health. If your senior loved one lives far away, sending a care package is a great…
Isolation & loneliness are two of the main causes for senior adult depression. Learn how you can help them find joy & contentment as they age. Contribute to your aging parents’ joy & satisfaction with these simple ideas Just like…
It’s fairly common for aging adults to show signs of irrational anxiety or paranoia, such as thinking that someone is stealing from them, or that there is someone in the house at night. This type of behavior can be alarming…
Most adults are fiercely protective of their independence, even into old age. At some point, however, many senior citizens find that illness, injury, and deteriorating health make it difficult to remain independent. They may need help coping with a medical…
How to Care for our Veteran Population Caregivers can help enhance the quality of life for veterans by advocating on their behalf and helping them find services for their unique needs. Veterans have sacrificed everything to protect and serve our…
As seniors age, they often lose the ability to perform everyday tasks on their own. They might be reluctant to ask for help, as it’s hard to admit they can no longer care for themselves and they may fear losing…
If you are researching care options for an aging loved one, you may be wondering what the difference is between home care and home health care. It can be confusing to understand, especially since these terms are often used interchangeably…
For people with Alzheimer’s or dementia, the present can be bewildering and fractured. Short term memory can be unreliable or practically non-existent, while longer term memory may remain intact. For these people, reminiscing, or talking about old times, makes sense.…
Spending time outdoors is good for everyone. You can’t help but feel calmer after a long hike in the mountains or a short stroll on the beach. Even getting out into your backyard can make a difference to your mood.…
If you have a loved one with Alzheimer's, you'll have noticed that their symptoms can vary from day to day, and even hour to hour. They may be coherent and relatively capable one day, then confused and moody the next.…