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Wintertime brings with it several hazards that everyone should pay attention to, but for seniors, the risks are amplified due to the restrictions that aging brings. Lower temperatures bring with them a higher risk of hypothermia, frostbite, and slipping or falling on ice. All of these are real risks for the elderly, so here at […]
We all know that looking after your heart is important, but we’re rarely told exactly why. The truth is, heart disease is one of the biggest killers in the US, with a staggering 1 in 4 deaths being the result of heart disease—that’s nearly 650,000 Americans every year! Although some heart-related problems are unavoidable, there […]
Live-in home health aides are often seen as a great option for people who need round the clock care but also want to stay in their own homes to keep their independence. Comfort in the later years of life is a big factor for many people, so it’s certainly understandable why this is such an […]
The risk of falling is a real concern for seniors as falls account for a staggering 650,000 death every year. Falls that don’t even cause injury can, however, lead to issues like anxiety and social isolation, making life that little bit harder for those in their old age. It is, therefore, important to address the […]
If you’re unable to care for yourself due to a chronic condition or disability, long-term care insurance will cover (most of) the costs of assisted living, nursing home care, or home health care. The numbers from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services suggest that 70% of people turning 65 now will need some […]
That time of year is upon us again. The leaves are turning those beautiful fall colors of deep brown, red, and purple, and soon they’ll fall to the ground and it will be winter! Winter can be extra hard on older adults as the low temperatures can cause aching joints, ice that can increase the […]
Mental illness in seniors is a topic that’s often underrecognized. In the last few years, awareness has been growing, but there’s still a long way to go. Recent statistics by U.S. News suggest that at least one in four seniors aged 65 or over will at some point suffer from a mental health issue. The […]
Dementia can sometimes seem like a never-ending nightmare for sufferers and their loved ones. In its later stages, dementia can be very difficult to handle as the decline of the brain gets to a point where people are unable to function on a day to day basis without home care or residing in a care […]
Memory loss is one of the most worrying and daunting aspects of old age, with fears that Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia will rid our minds of everything we hold dear. But what exactly causes our brains to decline into a state of memory loss? And what can we do to help prevent […]
As we age, certain tasks that we once took in our stride become more challenging. For many people, traveling long distances gets significantly more difficult as they age, leading many to avoid traveling on their own altogether which can lead to isolation and age-related depression. These tips are designed to make traveling that little bit […]