Transportation can have a significant impact on a senior’s mental and physical health. With sufficient transportation options, seniors can maintain social lives, attend doctor visits, pick up prescriptions, and run other errands. Here are some cost-effective transportation options for aging adults to consider. 1. Ridesharing Uber and Lyft are two…
Regularly engaging in physically strenuous activities is vital to a senior’s health, but many older adults have a difficult time finding exercises and workouts they enjoy. Zumba is an upbeat fitness program that involves dancing to Latin-inspired songs and beats. This fast-paced activity is the perfect option for seniors who…
Protein is an essential component of a healthy diet. While all people benefit from adequate protein intake, it’s especially important for seniors. Here are some reasons your senior loved one needs more protein so he or she can enjoy optimal health, strength, and wellbeing. Enhances Muscle Tone As people age,…
Finding new things to keep your senior loved one busy can help him or her enjoy a higher quality of life. However, you may have difficulty coming up with interesting activities if your loved one constantly says he or she is bored. These eight activities are all favorites among seniors,…
Small changes to daily life can have significant effects on blood pressure. Participating in fun physical and social activities are great ways for older adults to manage their blood pressure and prevent hypertension, which could lead to a better quality of life. Here are some of the activities your senior…
Existing health conditions, a sedentary lifestyle, and certain daily habits can diminish strength as people get older. Fortunately, there are some things your elderly loved one can do to maintain strength during the golden years. Consume Plenty of Calcium and Vitamin D As people age, degenerative diseases of the bones…
Family caregivers deserve praise and recognition all year long, but National Caregivers Day brings their hard work and dedication to the forefront of everyone’s minds. If you’re unsure of how to honor the caregiver in your life this year, don’t worry. This list gives you plenty of ways to make…
Maintaining regular doctor visits allows a physician to check your elderly loved one’s current health and compare the results with past visits. Seeing the doctor can lower the risk of many conditions or allow your loved one to receive early treatment that slows the progression of a disease that has…
Alzheimer’s affects millions of adults worldwide every year. However, the rate of disease progression varies from one senior to the next. Some may experience rapid cognitive decline within four years after receiving a diagnosis, while others have been known to live with Alzheimer’s for two decades. The symptoms exhibited during…
According to the National Institute on Aging, one in three seniors over the age of 65 falls each year. The increased risk of falling in the elderly may be due to a decrease in balance, eyesight, hearing, and reflexes that occurs due to age or a medical condition. Though some…