There isn’t one senior who wants to give up their independence, as they have become accustomed to it for so long. But what happens if your elderly loved one starts to need more care than you can give them? Care options for independent seniors isn’t an obscure thing anymore, as many senior centers provide your…
The jolting pains in your hands and wrists are a sign of arthritis, and if you are getting it in the fifth month of the year, it’s a perfect time to get to know this symptom. May is National Arthritis Awareness Month and strives to bring these symptoms and pains to the forefront, so more…
Everyone always wonders, “Do you have to be sick to go to an adult daycare?” The impression of an adult daycare has always been a dull place for those who are very ill, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. These centers are helping many elderly and adults with special needs become independent and…
Alzheimer’s disease doesn’t discriminate when it takes its victims. Even if you’re a well-known star, you aren’t immune to the wrath of this memory disease. The celebrities who suffered from Alzheimer’s dealt with the consequences the illness brought to their daily lives. 1 in 9 people, age 65 and older, are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. With…
A family game night is a perfect way to turn the television off and have some good wholesome fun. When you have a senior in the home, it is essential to find activities to keep them active and also help them build a relationship with the rest of your family. Games for seniors are an…
One of the sneaky illnesses striking the elderly is Alzheimer’s disease and it grabs a hold of their entire life. Recognizing the signs of Alzheimer’s disease help to take charge of the situation and address the circumstances before it gets more severe due to the symptoms coming in stages. It is crucial for you to…
Skip the television viewing with your elderly loved one and pull out the game boards for a home activity helping with all of your brain muscles. Cognitive exercises for seniors keep their minds working for longer and avoid the development of dementia. Turn your time with your loved one into something helping their mind stay…
The first month of the new year is ready to bring awareness to an eye disease affecting many people. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month and draws attention to this condition to bring a better understanding of how it affects the vision of those with it. Many people are unfamiliar with the early signs and symptoms…
The health of your elderly loved one can be uncertain, going up and down every day. If your elder’s health begins to decline while you are the main caregiver, do not blame yourself. This caregiver anxiety of health decline can make many feel guilty. However, you are not the reason your loved one is not…
Caregivers are patient human beings who are willing to put a pause on their lives to care for an elderly loved one who is in need. You never think if they get tired or ever need to take a break, as known as caregiver burnout. Those who are assisting their loved one also don’t believe…