Vision loss is a serious home safety risk for seniors and a big concern for caregivers. Here are five safety tips to make home a safer place for loved ones coping with vision issues. According to the Caregiver Space, (https://thecaregiverspace.org/) Roughly 6 million American seniors are either legally blind or live with impaired vision — a condition that has a…
The three most common eye conditions that tend to arise later in life are cataracts, macular degeneration and glaucoma. This article from U.S. News and World Report takes a look at each of them and how to care for aging eyes. For most of us, hitting age 40 signals a time of change with regard to several aspects of our…
Our March theme of discussions about senior vision continues. Lifestyle changes, including good nutrition, can help delay or prevent certain eye problems in older adults. According to All About Vision, here’s how to protect aging eyes. Age-related eye diseases such as macular degeneration and cataracts commonly cause impaired vision and blindness in older adults. But lifestyle changes, including good nutrition,…
March is Save Your Vision Month. Protecting seniors’ eyesight as they age is an essential part of their health care and can help them maintain a high quality of life. Here are some simple guidelines to follow according to All About Vision (allaboutvision.com). Protecting your eyesight is one of the most important things you can do to help maintain your…
Vision changes occur as people get older, but that doesn’t have to affect lifestyle. According to the American Optometric Association, awareness of the warning signs, making wise lifestyle choices, and having regular eye exams are all key. Vision changes occur as you get older, but these changes don’t have to affect your lifestyle. Knowing what to expect and when to…
People with low vision eyesight need hope and reassurance that an independent life is still possible. AgingCare.com brings us10 tips for low vision living. Many people would consider losing their eyesight one of the worst potential losses that they could encounter. While most of us will not suffer from complete blindness, millions currently suffer from some form of visual impairment,…
February is Low Vision Awareness Month. If you have a family member who has low vision, there are many ways to help them maintain their independence. According to allaboutvision.com, Good vision is a precious gift — and one that’s easy to take for granted. Imagine for a minute what life would be like if your vision was permanently impaired and…
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month. Many eye diseases are treatable if diagnosed early enough. But often, the damage from eye disease happens slowly, so a person doesn’t notice a loss of vision until it is too late. Vision loss can lead to depression, inactivity and overall decline in seniors. The top cause of impaired eyesight in older adults is…