Pneumonia is an infection that occurs in the lungs. It isn’t a condition that is unique to just the elderly, but they do have a higher chance of worrying complications and even death. This is because the older we get, the more likely our immune system will weaken. This is further exacerbated by any pre-existing…
Malnutrition for the elderly is an extremely worrying trend in the past few years. There are many reasons why this happens – inability to prepare healthy meals at home, decreased appetite, digestive issues, or just simply choosing the wrong types of produce. Regardless of the reason, maintaining a balanced diet and sufficient caloric intake is…
Strength training isn’t just about being buff and attractive, consistently maintaining and building your body strength can help with mitigating health concerns, improving mobility, reducing pain, and even improving your overall mood. Even then, this is just a small part of what exercise can do for you. Many people tend to only think of strength…
There is a common myth that older adults are somehow supposed to slow down as they age. This is not true! In fact, as a retiree, you are now free from work commitments, project deadlines, and many other burdens that plague younger adults. In fact, surveys have shown that retirees are less anxious, happier, and…
Many older adults are starting to work out at home to keep up with a healthy routine even as they age. The fact is that having a healthy lifestyle is key to ensuring mobility, independence, and even a better mood in your daily life. However, choosing appropriate exercise equipment that is easy to use, safe,…
When we grow older, balance might not be the top concern on our minds. However, the ability to balance is actually very important to remain mobile and independent. Not only that, if you are planning to go about other physical activities and exercises, then the balance is a very key component to having good form…
Many of us might take our sense of sight for granted, especially if we have not had to live without it during our lives. However, it is essential to many things that we do and how we carry out our daily activities. Changes to our physical senses and cognitive abilities are expected as we grow…
To decide whether your loved one should move into memory care, you first need to understand the key differences between assisted living and memory care. While both assisted living and memory care options feature professional team members that take care of seniors, the approach and assistance provided differs. Memory Care programs like SHINE® Memory Care…
Have you ever wondered why many choose to have their loved one move into memory care? While it might seem logical to have seniors stay in their own residence as long as possible, it might not be the best option for them. This is especially so if they live alone, or do not have someone…
As one grows older, it is not uncommon to experience memory loss. However, it is important for one to be able to differentiate between occasional memory loss associated with aging and symptoms of dementia. Dementia goes far beyond forgetfulness and is irreversible in most cases. As such, it is important to monitor your loved ones…