The Cost of Assisted Living has been constantly increasing this past few years. It is important for seniors and families to check their finances before making the Asisted Living decision. You may want to consult your financial advisor, if you have one so you can budget for the cost of assisted living and other […]
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Shorter days, a slight chill in the air, changing leaves — and a fever, sore throat, body aches and fatigue. As fall transitions into winter, the dreaded flu season tags along for the ride. While everyone can end up feeling the wrath of influenza, seniors, as a group, are the most susceptible to the virus. […]
Caring for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s is a full-time job. Whether the person caring for the elderly is a loved one or a professional caregiver, the everyday duties of caregiving require someone with a lot of patience and a big heart. It is important to understand what a caregiver’s daily journey is like […]
The most important thing to understand about breast cancer is that if it is detected early, it can be treated successfully 98% of the time. While this may sound wonderful, it puts the impetus on women to be mindful of the disease. Everyone knows someone who has been touched by breast cancer. Instead of […]
Yoga is not just for the young and fit — seniors can reap the many benefits yoga offer as well. Millions of Americans practice yoga regularly, and it is no wonder why that number continues to increase. It may sound like a cliché, but practicing yoga truly benefits the mind, body and spirit, and every […]
For seniors taking the next step in their lives, health and healthcare are at the forefront of their minds. One all too common health problem in seniors that is often unfortunately overlooked, however, is depression. Depression in older adults can be ignored or unnoticed, and it often slips through the cracks. A major reason for […]
Any major life change takes a lot patience and planning. Getting the necessary support from family and friends will make it easier. Transitioning your elderly loved one into an assisted living community will be one of the major life changes you’ll experience as a family. Having a full understanding of the assisted living process […]
Seniors rely more than any other group on prescribed medication. Unfortunately, while medication is prescribed to solve medical problems, it can often actually become the cause of others. Seniors account for over a third of hospital stays in the United States, according to the Department of Health, and over half of those stays are due […]
Not all states are created equal when it comes to growing old, and some places in the U.S. may be better equipped — socially, economically, and even physically — to care for its aging population. A survey conducted by Caring reviewed senior care facilities in all 50 states as well as cost of care surveys and […]
Whether it is a new home or a home that has been in the family for generations, houses are not generally built with seniors in mind. Converting your home to be safe for seniors is essential if you plan for your loved one to live there for a long time. As we age, mobility and […]
For a lot of seniors, retirement is an opportunity to explore several lovely sights around the world. They worked for many, many years and have saved enough so during their retirement years, seniors enjoy the luxury of traveling around the world to discover different cities and landmarks. They enjoy traveling with friend and families, especially […]
Caring for a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is a challenge a growing number of Americans are forced to accept. The more than five million Alzheimer’s sufferers are at least partially cared for by 15 million brave family members and loved ones — many of whom provide this service unpaid. The emotional and health toll […]
