Depression occurs at every stage in life, and it may be caused by physical or mental factors. Seniors often experience events that place them at higher risk for developing depression. For instance, a senior who begins to feel sad beyond the usual grieving period after a loss may be moving…
During the first few months of stroke recovery, seniors generally experience physical and cognitive limitations that prevent them from leaving the house, aside from traveling to doctor visits and therapy sessions. However, it’s vital for older adults recovering from strokes to engage in stimulating tasks. Here are some ideal activities…
Family caregivers spend considerable time and effort making sure their senior loved ones receive high-quality care. However, sometimes their hard work may go unnoticed. These are just some of the reasons to remember why they’re special and why they should be shown appreciation for everything they do. Safety Assurance Seniors…
Many seniors today are choosing to stay in the comfort of their homes as they age. Though it’s natural to have concerns about your elderly loved one’s health and safety, aging in place is often safer and more comfortable for a senior than you might realize. To help you better…
It’s one thing to be bored as a teenager and another thing entirely to be bored as a senior. The difference is that boredom for older adults may affect mental health and contribute to mood shifts and other behavioural issues. If you have a senior loved one who is routinely…
Hearing loss happens so gradually that seniors sometimes don’t realize there’s a problem until someone points it out. Once seniors lose a significant amount of their hearing, they may also experience issues with safety or become isolated if they cannot hear what people are saying in social situations. Addressing your…
Most older adults aren’t going to put up too much of a fight if you suggest they eat a little dark chocolate from time to time. However, dark chocolate isn’t just a tasty treat. It also offers a variety of health benefits for people over 65. Here’s a list of…
As dementia progresses and cognitive decline increases, it becomes difficult for seniors to communicate and connect with the world around them. Sometimes people describe a loved one as an “empty shell” as memory loss gets worse, but the truth is it just requires using new ways to bond and connect….
Hallucinations are a symptom your aging loved one may develop as dementia progresses. Although it may be upsetting to see your loved one experience something that isn’t real, hallucinations are usually manageable. Now that your loved one is moving to the next stage of dementia, you can use these strategies…
Because of the demands of being a family caregiver, some extra support and encouragement from other family members and friends is often appreciated. However, some of the things you say in casual conversation may be inappropriate, and sometimes, certain things are simply best left unsaid, which is what we’re going…