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By AH Reston, 9:00 am on March 15, 2024

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than five million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. While there’s currently no cure, recent trends in care suggest that eating right, getting regular exercise, and staying mentally active may play key roles in reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.    Promote …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on March 14, 2024

One of the joys of caring for an aging loved one is the time spent together doing enjoyable activities. Fortunately, there are many options for activities that can be mentally and/or physically beneficial for seniors and enjoyable at the same time for everyone who participates. Here are some suggestions to consider.    Playing Board & …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on March 13, 2024

As seniors age, it becomes more difficult to think clearly and process information in the right way. Rather than lamenting this fact, steps can be taken to fight this and enhance the mental powers of the aging population. Here are a few fun and engaging activities to boost senior brain health.    Try Sudoku This …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on March 12, 2024

Aging in place, the process of safely living in one’s own home and community, often seems like a far reach for those have dementia. Families of seniors with dementia often feel as though moving their loved ones into a nursing home or facility is the only option, especially as the disease progresses. This is false. …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on March 11, 2024

Industry studies report that upwards of 90% of seniors have expressed their desire to age in place, in the comfort of their own homes. While historically, seniors often moved to assisted living homes and nursing facilities when extra assistance was needed with daily activities and personal care, today’s generation of seniors are able to live …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on February 29, 2024

Many people cherish their solitude, and seniors often enjoy having the ability to do what they want on their own schedules. The benefits of solo living include being more motivated to stay independent, but there are also a few downsides. Living alone isn’t necessarily unhealthy for seniors if they take steps to limit the drawbacks …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on February 26, 2024

More and more medical professionals are promoting the Mediterranean diet as a healthy choice for seniors. The diet is easy for aging adults to follow, and it contains foods that promote healthy living. Here are some of the amazing benefits seniors can receive when they adopt the Mediterranean diet.    1. Enhance Memory The Mediterranean …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on February 23, 2024

When analgesic medications fail to comfort your aging loved one, you may anxiously wonder what else can help. There are several ways to minimize pain and stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. Here are a few tips on helping your senior loved one get persistent pain under control.    Obtain a Precise Diagnosis Unless the …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on February 22, 2024

Seniors with Parkinson’s should exercise regularly to keep their muscles strong. Working out also increases flexibility, balance, and motor coordination. The following six exercises can help older adults address the symptoms of Parkinson’s better.   1. Hand Workouts  Hand exercises that involve finger and wrist movements often help aging adults enhance their fine motor skills and …

By AH Reston, 9:00 am on February 21, 2024

Exercising in the water provides elderly people with many benefits, such as building cardiovascular strength, maintaining a healthy weight, and boosting flexibility. Water aerobics is low-impact, meaning it doesn’t put excessive pressure on the joints. Here are some of the benefits older adults can receive when performing water aerobics.   Relieves Stress  Exercise is a …