Recovering from Surgery demands attention and focus. How do you accomplish that when a parent comes home from the hospital? This article from the Washington Post gives us a look at what happens next. When my 87-year-old mother was hospitalized for the second time in as many weeks with congestive heart failure, my siblings and I rallied to her bedside.…
According to this article in the Washington Post, even at age 70 or older, the choices you make about exercise, eating and your health remain important and can help with healthy aging. At this point in life, it’s worth taking a second look. As Miriam C. Morey, an expert on aging at Duke University , put it, seniors “need…
This article from Time Health focuses on healthy aging and points out ways to keep your brain young. Society tells us that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks—that it’s harder for adults to learn new skills than it is for kids. And in many ways, that’s true: Babies have nothing to do but eat, sleep, and learn, while…
Can't think of what to do with your aging parents this summer? You know outdoor games and activities are good for them, but everything you think of seems too rigorous. Take a look at this article. There are many outdoor games for seniors and activities that foster socializing, physical activity, and fun. These include both sports and casual yard games…
According to Everyday Health, seniors benefit from outdoor activities. Green spaces in cities benefit residents of all ages. Now, British researchers say, they may also boost older people's mental well-being. "We found that older participants experienced beneficial effects of green space whilst walking between busy built urban environments and urban green space environments," said study author Chris Neale. "Indeed, this…
In this article from the Huffington Post, the author goes through the summertime heat danger signs and what to do if you encounter these problems. Most people don’t realize that extreme summer heat causes thousands of heat-related illnesses in the U.S. each year, and kills more people than hurricanes, lightning, tornadoes, floods and earthquakes combined. Seniors are among the most…
Here are some summer activity ideas for seniors, even those with Mobility Issues It's that time of year when the outdoors beckon! Spending time outdoors is good for all ages, but especially beneficial if you are "getting up there" in years. It increases our vitamin D levels, which helps fight certain conditions such as osteoporosis, cancer, heart attacks and depression.…
Heat Stroke Risks. With summer here and the temperatures rising, it is important to understand the health risks that excessive heat can bring and know the signs of heat-related illnesses. Older adults and people with chronic medical conditions are particularly susceptible to hyperthermia and other heat-related illnesses. The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health,…
Falls are the leading cause of injury in people 65 and older. And there are lots of reasons why the elderly have a greater tendency to fall - the lack of exercise, medications, loss of balance, and other reasons. We want our parents to stay in their homes as long as possible and be independent, but are there ways we…
Understanding Depression in Senior Citizens: Signs, Causes, and Support Depression is a common mental health issue that affects people of all ages, but it can be particularly challenging for senior citizens. Unfortunately, depression in older adults often goes unrecognized or misunderstood. By raising awareness of the signs, causes, and support available, we can better care for our elderly loved ones.…
