While there isn’t a permanent cure for Alzheimer’s disease, doctors can do quite a bit to minimize and delay some of the worst symptoms of this condition as long as a senior is diagnosed early on. For this reason, it’s important for family caregivers to familiarize themselves with a few…
With the growing aging population, it’s no wonder hospital readmission rates have become a major concern in recent years. After all, seniors over the age of 65 make up the bulk of people readmitted to the hospital. Currently, many healthcare organizations are conducting research to find out what can be…
Living an unengaged life is bad for seniors with dementia because it increases the risk of depression, among other health issues. You need to find purposeful ways to keep your senior loved one active and socially engaged. Below you’ll find meaningful activities for a loved one with dementia. 1. Baking…
Compared to younger adults, seniors already have a greater risk of becoming isolated. However, those with Parkinson’s disease experience special challenges that impact their ability to spend meaningful time with others. The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease can impact how well your aging loved one can socialize, but there are things…
In the United States, it’s estimated that 43.5 million families care for senior loved ones at home. Many of these families care for older adults with dementia. Caregivers who take care of loved ones with dementia have different challenges than other families. Use these tips to better care for your…
Many seniors don’t want to bother with exercising because they think it’s only necessary for people who want to look like fitness models. However, exercise is beneficial for people of all ages and lifestyles, and it’s particularly helpful for seniors because those who exercise can end up feeling several years…
According to the CDC, just over six million people are living with some form of heart failure, and many of those people are over the age of 65. Sticking to a healthy diet probably won’t reverse heart disease, but it can greatly enhance a senior’s cardiovascular health. Here’s a quick…
Multiple health issues can complicate a senior’s care plan. Health conditions such as diabetes and arthritis influence each other, and they also require families to engage in some serious discussions about how to manage each one. These five strategies can help you give your senior loved one the care he…
When people are first diagnosed with Parkinson’s, their initial thought may be whether or not the disease will kill them. Parkinson’s disease is often misunderstood, so many seniors worry that a Parkinson’s diagnosis means death is just a few years away. The reality of Parkinson’s disease is actually a lot…
Hallucinations are one of the more confusing symptoms of dementia seniors may experience. In most cases, a hallucination will be visual, such as seeing people or animals that aren’t there. However, your senior loved one may also have auditory hallucinations or think he or she smells or tastes something that…