Most of us have a family member over the age of 65. As of 2018, more than 52 million people in the United States are age 65 or older. In the back of our minds, we are all in some way preparing to reach this stage in our lives, looking forward to retirement. However, older […]
How to Improve Connections Between Kids and Seniors If you’re wondering how to connect kids and seniors, this guide has many tips on fostering that connection and examples of activities both parties will enjoy. Promoting positive relationships with elderly family members can help kids become more worldly and well-rounded. Older adults have so much to […]
More than six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone is still looking for the best way to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. Perhaps no one is looking for answers more than the families of the 1.7 million older adults living in nursing homes in the United States. For families with loved ones in a nursing […]
Senior citizens are often the target of crime because they’re vulnerable. The global spread of the internet has made it even easier for criminals to prey on innocent people, sometimes even countries or continents away. Many scams target seniors and leave them with a drained bank account. Plus, these scams are often difficult to prove. Prevention […]
Just because you’re aging doesn’t mean dental problems and dentures are inevitable. A healthy adult who practices good oral hygiene can keep their smile bright and healthy throughout their entire life. In fact, the number of older adults who don’t have their own teeth has dropped significantly, and the average senior still has most of […]
It’s that time of year again. Temperatures are falling, days are getting shorter, and you’re gearing up for a holiday visit with your mom and dad. Holiday traditions are a beautiful thing, but if your loved one has declined mentally or physically over the last year, then there might be some other emotions mixed in […]
Growing older isn’t easy. As you age, your social circle begins to shrink. Friends move away to be closer to their grandchildren. A spouse or close friend dies after an extended illness. Health issues such as hearing loss make conversation a chore, convincing you it just isn’t worth the effort anymore. As adults get older, […]
How to Modify Your Home for Senior Living When your loved one plans on aging in place, home modifications for seniors help them thrive. If they want to move in, you have many options to consider. You can change your home’s layout, furniture, hardware or other aspects of the building to make it friendlier for seniors. […]
How To Communicate With Someone Who Has Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease changes a person’s memory, behavior and cognitive abilities. As it progresses, it impacts their communication skills, and their caregiver needs to understand how to use a different approach. The communication differences caused by Alzheimer’s evolve as the disease develops. We will explain how Alzheimer’s impacts […]
Ways to Spend More Time With Your Senior Loved One Doing activities together becomes more important than ever during your relative’s senior years. Spending time with elderly loved ones shows them you cherish your relationship. Do you need to find fun things to do with your elderly parents or activities for seniors with disabilities? What […]